Deer Camp Diary: Laughs, Lessons, and Legacy: 85 Years of Deer Camp Memories

by Bill Friedrich

Deer Camp A heartfelt and humorous journey through generations of hunting adventures at a Michigan deer camp.

Step into the heart of Northern Michigan's wilderness with Deer Camp Diary, a captivating collection of true stories from the legendary hunting camp, Singing Hills. For over eight decades, this family-owned haven has been the backdrop for unforgettable hunts, hilarious mishaps, and timeless traditions.

Join us as we recount the exhilarating moments and unexpected adventures defining our hunting seasons. From the thrill of the chase to the camaraderie shared around the campfire, each tale is a testament to the enduring spirit of the hunter. You'll laugh out loud at the absurd antics of hunters who can't seem to stay out of trouble, and you'll nod in appreciation at the hard-earned wisdom that comes from years spent in the field.

Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a newcomer to the sport, Deer Camp Diary offers tips, observations, and advice in an easy-to-read format. But more than that, it celebrates the bond between hunters and the land they cherish.

Packed with humor, heart, and a touch of nostalgia, Deer Camp Diary is a must-read for anyone who loves the thrill of the hunt and the stories that come with it. So grab your gear, settle into your favorite chair, and get ready for a wild ride through the woods of Michigan.

Deer Camp Diary--because every camp has a story.

173 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 20, 2024

About the author

Thank you for visiting my Goodreads page. Begin your journey with The Landman, the first novel in the Jeff Koehler Mystery Series, where a wildlife photographer stumbles into small-town secrets and wilderness danger that could change everything—and put him in the crosshairs.

I’m Bill Friedrich, a Michigan-born author who blends a lifelong passion for the outdoors with gripping storytelling. Raised in West Bloomfield and deeply connected to Northern Michigan traditions, I draw on decades of hunting, fishing, and wilderness exploration to bring authenticity and atmosphere to my writing.

My first three books share real stories from my family’s third-generation hunting camp in Michigan’s north woods. Today, I channel that same love of the land into fiction with the Jeff Koehler Mystery Series—a suspenseful mix of outdoor adventure, survival-driven tension, and mystery. Readers who enjoy authors like C.J. Box, William Kent Krueger, and Nevada Barr will feel right at home here.

When I’m not writing, I can often be found outdoors, camera in hand, chasing the wild places that continue to inspire my stories.

Follow for updates, giveaways, and the next adventure at https://www.billfriedrichauthor.com/

Reviews

[Wade Seley · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you deer hunt, you want to own a camp! It's that simple. The third book in the author's deer camp trilogy is a "can't put down" gem spiced with humor, nostalgia and sound advice. The book, while focusing on the author's family camp, allows each of us to be transported to our own hunting camps, however we define deer camp. I was able to identify with many of the camp members, experiences and memories described. The book is a must read!

[Brian Kuecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

All three of Bill Friedrich’s books are fantastic! Whether you hunt or not, That Hunting Camp, Dad, The Camp is on Fire, and Deer Camp Diary will fill you with joy and laughter as you read them.

[linda litwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Memories

This book brings back the old days at camp in Pennsylvania, stories,campfires and maybe some deer hunting! Certainly happy for those friends.and memories!