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Paddling the Wild Neches (Pam and Will Harte Books on Rivers, sponsored by The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, Texas State University) Turtleback – May 16, 2006

by Richard M. Donovan (Author), Andrew Sansom (Foreword)
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From its origins on a sandy hillside in Van Zandt County, the Neches River flows through the heart of East Texas. In its watershed lies some of the wildest country in Texas, tucked amid the remains of one of the finest hardwood forests in the world.

With the goal of keeping the Neches flowing free, East Texas native and riverman Richard M. Donovan takes readers canoeing down a two-hundred-mile stretch of the upper Neches. Through two national forests and mile after mile of remote river woodlands, he chronicles the river’s natural and cultural history, describes its animal inhabitants, recounts stories of early settlers and East Texas hunting traditions, and calls attention to the recreational potential of the river for paddlers and others, whether residents or visitors.

Donovan also makes a case against damming the river. He convincingly promotes the idea of turning the Neches into a National Wild and Scenic River, preserving forever the river’s natural flow and what remains of the verdant bottomlands of this historic watercourse.

To learn more about The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, sponsors of this book's series, please click here.

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    River Books, Sponsored by The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, Texas State University
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    Texas A&M University Press
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    May 16, 2006
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    6.08 x 0.77 x 9.28 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1585444960
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“I found myself engrossed in this narrative, which weaves a river journey with brief passages of local and regional history and personal reminiscence.”--Dr. Pete A. Y. Gunter -- Dr. Pete A. Y. Gunter

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RICHARD M. DONOVAN, a former employee of Temple-Inland, grew up hunting and fishing along the creeks and streams of the Neches River. He chairs the Forest Task Force of the Texas Committee on Natural Resources and lives in Lufkin.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Texas A&M University Press; First Edition (May 16, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Turtleback ‏ : ‎ 237 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1585444960
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1585444960
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.46 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.08 x 0.77 x 9.28 inches
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J. R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Paddling the Neches River, Donovan sees so much
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2006
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This quality book is recommended reading for anyone who loves the outdoors, nature or our wilderness areas. Mr. Donovan writes about the Neches River and the surrounding East Texas area and tells our history with such clarity that you can see the sights, hear the sounds and smell the scents. His love of our beautiful but vanishing outdoors is evident. There are some people who could walk out in to the woods and not see or feel as much as you can reading this book. When reading about his canoe trip down the river, it was so exciting that I found myself staying up until nearly 2 AM when I had to be at work the next morning by 7 AM.

There are a lot of beautiful pictures of nature as well as historic photo's that are captivating. If you were interested enough to read this review, take my advice, and read this book; you will be glad you did.
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Cyn
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful trip to enjoy
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
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Delightful read
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HornyToad
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2017
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Interesting east Texas history lesson. Helped lead the charge to save the Neches River by encouraging Scenic River status.
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Mrs. Frank Ragland
5.0 out of 5 stars good book to read
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2007
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I read this book with great interest. Born and raised in Angelina County in 1927 I relived many wonderful adventures on the Neches river. I only wish Richard Donovan every success in this venture which he has undertaken, to see the Neches receive the coveted Wild River designation.
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Scott Bell
5.0 out of 5 stars Save the Neches!
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2006
Some buddies and I have been paddling or climbing over log jams on the Neches River from Lake Palestine section at a time and eventually will go as far as the river will take us. If you are planning to paddle the Neches river this is the definitive book. The river float milage maps are extremely helpful in planning your trip.

The author also tells the story of the Neches River and how important it is to the environment, wildlife and history of the East Texas region and even down to the coastal areas of Texas. If you enjoy a true well written entertaining outdoor adventure this book will suffice.

Unfortunately, are threats facing the wild Neches River. There are interests that are attempting to dam and have plans to further harm this unique natural resource. The author wrote this book for public awarness of the importance of the Neches River and not for personal profit. In fact, proceeds benfit the Conservation Fund for the purchase of Neches River bottomland.
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Nate
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Combination of Natural and Human History
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2008
Shortly after moving to E. TX, a new friend strongly recommended Mr. Donovan's book and even got me a copy personally signed by Mr. Donovan. Being interested in the Neches itself, and also the region in general, I thought this book was an outstanding resource. Mr. Donovan does a great job relaying personal experiences and history of the region as he paddles his way down the river.

I have currently only paddled about 26 miles of the river (from Anderson's Crossing to Route 94) in the month I've lived here, but this book added many must-see destinations to my list. I'm also going to be packing a limb saw just as Mr. Donovan did.

Save the Neches, and I too hope that black bears eventually return to the area.
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Gary Antley
5.0 out of 5 stars Outdoors, wildlife, camping, oh yeah - history too
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2009
I bought this book from the gift shop at the Texas State RR in Rusk because of the "Goat" story assoicated with Boggy Slough. The book has kept me up at night. Richard, you did a great job of detailing a trip down the river alone and telling the history of the river as you go. The war on the land is still going on in places. The way this book is written takes you along the trip too.

Great job!
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Victoria J. Nichols
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY PLEASED
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2008
ITEM WAS RECEIVED IN A VERY TIMELY MANNER, EXACTLY AS DESCRIBED...VERY PLEASED WITH PURCHASE AND PROFESSIONALISM OF SHIPPER.
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