Wings of the North

Deciding to become a bush pilot at 47. Not the average! To do just a portion of the things that this man has done in his life would fulfill most. I read Nahanni first and couldn't wait to get Wings of the North through the Z-Shops. A well written joyus read. If you are a pilot, an outsoorsman, a hunter or just dream of a life without phones, faxes and the daily 9 to 5 drudgery, this book will take you away for awhile into the life of someone who has truely LIVED life. Most importantly, you never get the impression that the many things Turner has done are just "too much". That can happen sometimes with books like this. The photos are a wonderful edition. Escape for awhile or be inspired. It's up to you.

Dick starts off as a trapper and endures many hardships. He later becomes a barge operator and tells of many misfortunes as well as good times. Dick decided to take flying lessons, and becomes a well known bush pilot, living at Nahanni Butte on the Nahanni River. He tells many anecdotes not only about his friends, but also about himself. Prized reading for pilots. I donated my copy to the Avaition Heritage Museum and now would like to replace it.