Tent for Seven: A Camping Adventure Gone South Out West

<p>"A factual account that reads like a breathtaking thriller. . . . Highly recommend."—Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)\nMarty Ohlhaut loved the great outdoors, and he loved his family, but this time, the combination proved disastrous.\nCooped up inside due to long work hours, Marty was excited about taking off with his wife and five children for the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Aware that this could be their last camping trip together, he wanted to make it extra memorable.\nLittle did he know how memorable it would be. From a massive heat wave and tainted water to encounters with aggressive red ants and formidable bears, they experienced one problem after another. Then tragedy struck, forcing Marty to face the terrifying possibility of losing a loved one. With the help of mysterious strangers in one of the world's most awe-inspiring locations, he fought to keep his family alive and his sanity intact.\nNow, three decades later, he joins forces with his daughter Grace Ly to recount the gripping tale of that ill-fated vacation. Written with candor and wit reminiscent of Bill Bryson, Tent for Seven vividly captures both the grandeur and the dangers of the wilderness as Marty learns just how much his wife and children mean to him—and how fragile life could be.</p>

Travel

Ohlhaut, Marty

Ly, Grace

Canada

Sandra Jonas Publishing House

<p>"A factual account that reads like a breathtaking thriller. . . . Highly recommend."—Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)\nMarty Ohlhaut loved the great outdoors, and he loved his family, but this time, the combination proved disastrous.\nCooped up inside due to long work hours, Marty was excited about taking off with his wife and five children for the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Aware that this could be their last camping trip together, he wanted to make it extra memorable.\nLittle did he know how memorable it would be. From a massive heat wave and tainted water to encounters with aggressive red ants and formidable bears, they experienced one problem after another. Then tragedy struck, forcing Marty to face the terrifying possibility of losing a loved one. With the help of mysterious strangers in one of the world's most awe-inspiring locations, he fought to keep his family alive and his sanity intact.\nNow, three decades later, he joins forces with his daughter Grace Ly to recount the gripping tale of that ill-fated vacation. Written with candor and wit reminiscent of Bill Bryson, Tent for Seven vividly captures both the grandeur and the dangers of the wilderness as Marty learns just how much his wife and children mean to him—and how fragile life can be.\nWhat readers are saying about Tent for Seven:\n“A wonderful, entertainingly written true story . . . Many scenes are absolutely hilarious . . . With its quick pace, it is almost impossible to put down.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“I laughed out loud and choked back tears . . . both an adventure thriller and a heartwarming story . . . Once you start reading it, you won't be able to put it down.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“What a delightful book . . . If you enjoy Bill Bryson, you will definitely enjoy Tent for Seven.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“A real page turner. I am not a fast reader but I flew through the book . . . hard to put it down. I highly recommend.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“Heartwarming, funny, at times hilarious . . . I could not put the book down!!! By the end, you know and love the Ohlhaut family.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“If you like Bill Bryson, you'll love Tent for Seven. Reminded me of A Walk in the Woods! Read in one sitting.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS\n“LOVED this book! Sat down to read a chapter or two, and ended up reading half the book in one sitting—finished the book the next day. A really unique story, told from a witty and humorous perspective . . . Definitely recommend.”—Goodreads reviewer, 5 STARS</p>

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Hiking & Camping

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