Careful, this book is inspirational and may cause you to start a business! Let My People Go Surfing tells the story of Yvon Chouinard, the founder of perhaps the most respected company on earth, Patagonia, Inc. (update: Chouinard gives his whole company away to fight climate change.) From his humble California beginnings making climbing equipment he recounts the hurdles, frustrations and wins of his environmentally responsible company. Yvon was a poor student, avid fisherman, and a climbing legend. Later in business life he made tough “do good” choices he believed in and ultimately others followed, turning his company into a hard-fought success. Amazing read! Audio book is excellent too. Editor’s Choice. Find it at Amazon…

We received this book as a Christmas gift and it is packed with interesting survival information. For instance; catch game without a gun, learn what plants to eat (with illustrations), build a warm shelter, make clothing, protect yourself in the wild, how to signal for help and much more. This is not a detailed bushcraft how-to book, it’s more humorous with tips that come from a nostalgic time period. How to Stay Alive in the Woods is an entertaining and useful guide for the survivor-at-heart. Find it at Amazon…

If you’re not a very good planner (like me) the Field Notes 56 Week Planner will help you stay organized. Start using it anytime by writing in today’s date. Use for a workout routine, fishing log, to do reminders and much more. Dead simple to use, good paper, easy-open double spiral bound, and a perfect size that fits in your hand. Who knows, this may be the planner you’ve been looking for, the one that finally keeps you organized enough to relax and take your Tankara Fishing vacation.  Find it at Amazon…

Express your appreciation like a gentleman, with a high quality Thank You Card. These handsome cards feel good to send and cost little more than a single stamp. In these digital times an attractive, thick, gold embossed card makes you stand out and creates a lasting impression. This pack of 100 cards and envelopes by Spark Ink are made in the USA from recycled paper in a 100% wind-powered plant. Find it at Amazon…