THE GREAT OKEFENOKEE HIKE: SEVEN BOYS TAKE THE ADVENTURE HIKE OF A LIFETIME

by Gary Calhoun

This is the incredibly true story about 7 boys and 1 scoutmaster undertaking a week long, 100 plus mile survival hike that will take them through the great Okefenokee Swamp. With only a compass and map to guide them the boys navigated the great swamp. They would be carrying only small backpacks with minimal supplies.

This story will take you through each day of this grueling and dangerous adventure. The boys crossed Seminole Indian battlegrounds, Revolutionary War battlegrounds, and areas untouched for many years. Not all the boys completed this epic hike. This is their story and is for all those who love the outdoors and adventure. Come join the boys on this extraordinary journey.

This true story is filled with positive life lessons on teamwork, leadership, overcoming fears, belief in yourself, resilience, and confidence building. Life lessons from 1968 are still relevant today for young adults navigating the transition into adulthood.

110 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 26, 2023

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Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was recommended this book by a friend! I grew up and still live around Waycross, GA. The Okefenokee Swamp has been such a big part of my life, from field trips, science classes, to community service. This book was a really neat journey for me, I often opened up my maps app on my phone to "track" the hike so I could understand just how long it took! Thank you for this!!