Open Season
True Stories of the Maine Warden Service
by Daren Worcester
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Pub Date Apr 01 2017 | Archive Date Apr 21 2017
Rowman & Littlefield | Down East Books
Description
Before reality TV, GPS devices, and
dashboard computers, there was a coming of age for the Maine Warden
Service. It was a time when a compass, map, and one's wits were what
mattered most in the field. Every day offered the potential for an
exciting new adventure, many of which endangered the wardens' lives.
Recreating the full warden experience, Open Season
includes 20 stories from two former colonels, two lieutenants, two
sergeants, four district wardens, a warden pilot, and one currently
active-duty corporal. Altogether, their cumulative experiences account
for more than 300 years of north woods law.
In
addition to hair-raising, life-and-death scenarios, the collection
covers moments such as a child innocently outing his parents as “looking
for deer” at night, the doldrums of a stakeout, and the grief of
tragedy. You'll live through the eyes of these twelve wardens and feel
the excitement of a twig snapped in the dark...the frustration of second
guessing yourself when lives are at stake...and the duty to do what's
right, even when it means breaking the law.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781608936472 |
| PRICE | $16.95 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Rosemary S, Librarian
Worcester puts together a series of stories about the heyday of the Maine Warden Service, told by the officers who answered the calls about poaching, snowmobile and boating accidents and more. As a Maine resident, I have nothing but respect for the men and women of the Warden Service, they are understaffed and overburdened and still manage to do their jobs with a level of professionalism that is unparalleled.
Reviewer 284049
I received this ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I was expecting a book similar to one I read about backcountry rescues in the ADK. However, it turns out the Maine warden service are more similar to cops, which makes sense since they are the law enforcement arm of the department. I was just surprised at the scope of their ability to investigate crimes.
If you have a hankering to read a lot of stories about poachers, this book might just be for you. There are obviously some other stories, dangerous rescues, and murder, and all that, but poachers. A lot of poachers.
The stories themselves are written decently enough. Sometimes there was a lack of backstory to get you truly interested in what was happening.
The book isn't for everyone. You have to really want to read warden stories (a lot about poachers) to enjoy it.
3.5/5 stars rounds to 4.
Randal W, Reviewer
A Trip Down Memory Lane As a young lad, I remember listening in amazement to the stories my father and his game warden friends would tell while sitting around a table playing cards. Their exploits and adventures made me think they were like gods. Now, 50 some odd years later, Worcester has reminded me of those times. His chronicle of conservation wardens in Maine tell so many wonderful stories. The short but well written chapters tell of events that were frightening, funny and sad. Each one can be read at leisure, in any order the reader wants. The book serves as a great reminder of the men who dedicate their lives in a daily struggle to protect the fish and game of our country. A wonderful read!
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