Alone in the Wilderness (DVD, 2009)

I thoroughly enjoyed the DVD with Dick Proenneke.

To live in a pristine land unchanged by man and to roam a wilderness through which few other humans have passed is truly an adventure. Dicks dream was to choose an idyllic site, cut trees and build a log cabin using only hand tools. Imagine for a moment having to build a cabin in such an environment that ones very survival was dependent on personal craftsmanship, making what is needed from materials available

Thousands have had such dreams, but Dick Proenneke lived them. He found a place, built a cabin, and stayed to become part of the country. Filming and documenting his journey was part of that dream to share with others.

A documentary that should be part of everyone's collection.

Thoroughly entertaining, a great move for any outdoor enthusiast. I loved watching the creation of the cabin, one man building from nature with his own two hands with the use of primitive tools. A lone man against the wilderness... inspiring! Great for nature lovers and those who dream of one day living soley off the land and the sweat of one's own brow. Two thumbs up!