Life Lessons on the Sierra Trail: 40 Years' Experiences in the John Muir Wilderness

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A young man takes a summer job with a horse packer in the Sierra Nevada mountains, gaining a valuable education in the art of living through a modern-day parable filled with love for horses, nature, and the majestic Sierras. Eighteen-year-old Pablo, bound for college but drifting toward gang life, finds a lifeline when his mother arranges a job for him with Dr. Clyde, a podiatrist and commercial horse packer. Removed from city distractions, Pablo leads pack horse trains through the breathtaking John Muir Wilderness. Under Dr. Clyde's guidance, he learns essential life lessons drawn from the doctor’s 40 years of experience in the mountains. The diverse guests they encounter offer various models of living, from arrogant tourists to respectful outdoorsmen. Dr. Clyde emphasizes the importance of learning from poor decisions, both in oneself and others. Through this journey, Pablo discovers that self-reliance, preparedness, and accountability are key to becoming a confident adult. With lyrical descriptions of the mountains and charming illustrations, this narrative celebrates outdoor life and its role in character building.