Others begin with a question.
The Honest Wilderness follows a search for Daniel Boone that becomes something far more personal—a journey through wilderness, history, resilience, and the frontier that exists within each of us.
Part memoir, part history, and part wilderness pilgrimage, this is a story about getting lost, finding purpose, and discovering the timeless lessons that still wait beyond the trailhead.


Mike Martin

The Honest Wilderness is more than a book—it's an ongoing exploration of wilderness, history, resilience, and the frontier within. Join the mailing list to receive exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes stories from the writing process, early access to excerpts, release announcements, and future projects from Project Mindfully Outdoors. Whether you're drawn to the story of Daniel Boone, the lessons of the wilderness, or your own search for purpose, I'd be honored to have you along for the journey.