
By Gary Paulsen
Small-town boys seek thrills with wild stunts and daring escapades.
In a small northern town, young Gary Paulsen and his friends create their own adventures. From shooting waterfalls in barrels to attempting Evel Knievel-style jumps on bikes, their antics push the limits of daring. But when they decide to wrestle a bear, have they gone too far? These tales of youthful exuberance and extreme sports promise laughter and suspense, as Gary navigates the fine line between bravery and recklessness. What will happen when their high-spirited stunts meet reality? Discover the unforgettable escapades that shaped a boyhood full of daring dreams and unexpected challenges.
WHEN YOU GROW up in a small town in the north woods, you have to make your own excitement. High spirits, idiocy, and showing off for the girls inspire Gary Paulsen and his friends to attempt: - Shooting waterfalls in a barrel - The first skateboarding - Breaking the world record for speed on skis by being towed behind a souped-up car, and then . . . hitting gravel - Jumping three barrels like motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel, except they only have bikes - Wrestling . . . a bear? Extreme sports lead to extreme fun in new tales from Gary’s boyhood. “A” New York Times “Bestseller”
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