Experience Real Wilderness Adventures in Donald D. Yackel’s “The Seventy- Thousand-Dollar Outhouse”

Author and lifelong adventurer Donald D. Yackel releases “The Seventy-Thousand-Dollar Outhouse,” a compelling collection of paddling stories drawn from his extensive travels through some of the most remote and captivating places in North America and beyond.

In this new work, Yackel continues the style and spirit of his first book, The Idling Bulldozer and Other Paddling Adventures, while opening with a personal reflection on his lifelong bond with boats and the water. The book takes readers through paddling journeys across Canada, Costa Rica, Florida, and Mexico, offering vivid glimpses of landscapes and experiences most people will never encounter firsthand. His storytelling brings every scene to life, from rugged terrain to wildlife encounters to the emotional highs and lows of extended wilderness travel.

Reviewers commend Yackel for his engaging descriptions and conversational style. One reviewer shared that the book took them to places they will never see in person, describing the terrain, wildlife, and rewards of paddling through challenging conditions. Another reviewer noted that even readers who are not paddling enthusiasts will enjoy the stories, as they feel as if they are sitting beside the author as he shares his adventures.

“The Seventy-Thousand-Dollar Outhouse” offers tales filled with danger, discovery, hardship, and humor. Whether someone is an experienced kayaker, a beginner, or simply an armchair traveler, this book provides relatable stories and memorable insights from a life spent exploring the outdoors.

“The Seventy-Thousand-Dollar Outhouse” is now available on Amazon.

About the Author

Donald D. Yackel is an adventurer, storyteller, and lifelong lover of the water. Over the course of 24 years, he has paddled his 17-foot kayak on extended wilderness trips, traveling over 3700 miles and spending 324 days sleeping in small tents in all kinds of settings. His ability to blend personal experience with clear and expressive storytelling allows readers to see through his eyes and travel alongside him into places they may never visit.

Yackel’s passion for boats began in childhood and has never faded. His writing reflects the curiosity, respect, and deep connection he carries for the natural world. Through his work, he invites readers to discover the beauty, challenges, and rewards of wilderness exploration.

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