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37 Ratings

3.8

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6H 39min
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In Wild Men, Wild Alaska professional hunting and fishing guide and outfitter Rocky McElveen tells the stories of his own adventures as well as those of some of his well-known clients. The book takes listeners directly into the Alaskan bush, and shares the intense challenges of a majestic wilderness that pushes a man to his limits.

© 2018 Tantor Media (Audiobook): 9781977380234

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Audiobook: 10 April 2018

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