Journeys North

The Pacific Crest Trail

De: Barney Scout Mann

Narrado por: Traber Burns

In Journeys North, legendary trail angel, thru hiker, and former PCTA board member Barney Scout Mann spins a compelling tale of six hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2007 as they walk from Mexico to Canada. This ensemble story unfolds as these half-dozen hikers - including Barney and his wife, Sandy - trod north, slowly forming relationships and revealing their deepest secrets and aspirations. They face a once-in-a-generation drought and early severe winter storms that test their will in this bare-knuckled adventure. In fact, only a third of all the hikers who set out on the trail that year would finish.

As the group approaches Canada, a storm rages. How will these very different hikers, ranging in age, gender, and background, respond to the hardship and suffering ahead of them? Can they all make the final 60-mile push through freezing temperatures, sleet, and snow, or will some reach their breaking point?

Journeys North is a story of grit, compassion, and the relationships people forge when they strive toward a common goal.

©2020 Barney Scout Mann (P)2020 Blackstone Publishing

I didn’t want it to end.

I fell in love with all the people in the story. Such strength and tenacity was exhibited by all. I’m so envious and inspired.

A Must Read!

Make a wise decision and add this book to your must read list!
Keller’s Dad

Feels like you’re on the trail too

A wonderful walk through the wilderness, getting to know your fellow hikers along the way. Well worth the listen for seasoned hikers and armchair adventurers alike!

I loved it

I love the comradery, perseverance and that they still keep in touch. One day I’ll hike one of the three main trails, until then I’ll keep listening to audio books to keep the fire burning

All the peoples stories

good book I usually resd AT books. This was excited each day i couldnt wait to get back to it.

Really enjoyed this.

I think we all want this adventure! I know I do. I was bummed when it ended.

A bit different

it took me a moment to get over what I expected the book to be and fell in love with what the book actually is.

Like a hiker, it moves slow but plows ahead without a glitch.

Will re-visit.

Adventures are your dreams in action! Live them!

No dislikes!
I loved this book! Especially the part where Barney & Sandy worked at the same summer camp as o did about 10 years later! We have a couple of the same friends.

Great story

I enjoyed reading the story of hiking the trail but also all the characters' stories that the author met along the way. well written and interesting, especially for non-fiction.

A Must Read!

I could not wait for my daily commute to and from work so I could listen and immerse myself in the adventures of the thru hikers featured in this amazing story. Mr. Mann is a natural born story teller and kept me spellbound for the entire book. As a thru hiker dreamer, this book provided even more fuel to my dream and goal of hiking the PCT!