Doug and his son set out on a backpacking trip through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. But when reports of social collapse reach the ranger station, Doug withdraws even further into the backcountry. The alpine winter presents its own dangers, as father and son must endure the elements, the solitude, and the ever-present threat of outsiders.

"This book continuesthe 93-year journey through the North Country first begun in 'A Country Life' -- colorfully, humorously, and with a good dose of Yankee wisdom -- a book that all ages can enjoy." -- Back cover.

"Since the time of pioneer settlers Abel and Ethan Allen Crawford, explorers and adventurers have been lured by the stunning peaks and lush valleys of NewHampshire's White Mountains. In the nearly two centuries since the Crawfords constructed their first crude footpath onto the heights of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range, the White Mountain trail system has evolved into an intricate network featuring more than 1,400 miles of marked paths....

In 42 articles covering a wide range of topics a veteran hiker and guidebook author shares his experiences from over a quarter-century of hiking in the Whites.