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Morning North | Feb 1, 2013 | 6:44

The Happy Camper writes a book of stories

Kevin Callan is known as "The Happy Camper". He's authored many camping guidebooks, but his latest book is a collection of stories. He talked to us about the new book and shared some stories as well.

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