The Extraordinary Adirondack Journey of Clarence Petty: Wilderness Guide, Pilot, and ConservationistRaised in the heart of the Adirondack wilderness between Tupper and Saranac Lakes, Petty overcame his humble beginnings and pursued a variety of careers as wilderness guide, forester, Civilian Conservations Corps camp director, World War II pilot, district ranger, and aerial forest fighter - ultimately leaving an indelible mark as a lifelong advocate for the protection of the wilderness."--BOOK JACKET. |
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A Death on Upper Saranac | 3 |
The Shanty Years | 7 |
To Catch a Fish for Fun | 15 |
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