About Tent for Seven

Riveting true story about the power of family and the majesty of the wilderness

Marty Ohlhaut loved the great outdoors, and he loved his family, but this time, the combination proved disastrous.

Cooped up inside due to long work hours, Marty was excited about taking off with his wife and five children for the beautiful Canadian Rockies. Aware that this could be their last camping trip together, he wanted to make it extra memorable.

Little did he know how memorable it would be. From a massive heat wave and tainted water to encounters with aggressive red ants and formidable bears, they experienced one problem after another. Then tragedy struck, forcing Marty to face the terrifying possibility of losing a loved one. With the help of mysterious strangers in one of the world’s most awe-inspiring locations, he fought to keep his family alive and his sanity intact.

Now, three decades later, he joins forces with his daughter Grace Ly to recount the gripping tale of that ill-fated vacation. Written with candor and wit reminiscent of Bill Bryson, Tent for Seven vividly captures both the grandeur and the dangers of the wilderness as Marty learns just how much his wife and children mean to him—and how fragile life can be.

PRAISE

“A factual account that reads like a breathtaking thriller. . . . The witty writing style shows Marty’s unbeatable spirit in the face of challenges and his boundless love for his family. . . . Highly recommend this book.”—Readers’ Favorite (5 Stars)

“Humorous and horrifying and suspenseful all at once. . . . From tales of bears to washed-out roads to near-deadly accidents, this story entertains on every page.”—Southern Literary Review

“An inherently fascinating and riveting read about venturing out into the British Columbia wilderness.”—Midwest Book Review

“Grab a box of donuts and your favorite shady spot by a river and prepare to be riveted by the trials and antics of this eclectic cast of characters. I held my breath and laughed out loud throughout each chapter.”—Ian Bondi, professional adventure photographer

“Presto! Tent for Seven solves the puzzle of what matters most in life using the magic of Mother Nature.”—David Kwong, professional magician and illusionist, author, and TED speaker

“Tent for Seven will make you wonder how a family adventure with so many pitfalls and perils can create positive memories across generations. . . . Through it all, you will find the love of a father for his family, no matter the setting and no matter the situation.”—Bill Bartee, owner of Jesse Brown’s Outdoors

“Clark Griswold, move over for Marty Ohlhaut and Grace Ly. Tent for Seven is full of mishaps, adventures, and surprises that far surpass any Griswold vacation. You won’t be able to put down this wonderfully readable story . . . that is full of love and life lessons we should all embrace.”—Reynold Hoover, retired lieutenant general, US Army, and member of the American Alpine Club

“A heartwarming and entertaining adventure . . . [infused] with humor and wit.”—The Nerd Cantina

AWARDS

Readers’ Favorite Gold, Travel
Best Book Award Finalist, Travel
Independent Book Award Winner, Travelogue

About the Authors

MARTY OHLHAUT worked for 32 years as a risk management partner with IBM and then spent the next 12 years teaching strategic execution courses around the world. He has traveled to 44 countries and visited all 50 states, READ MORE