The article discusses the life of Don Balser. Balser enlisted in the U.S. Army AirCorps in 1941 and served until 1946 when he received his first honorable discharge. He then studied forestry at the University of Idaho where he graduated summa cum laude. After, he became a research biologist for the entire western U.S., Mexico, and South America. The author also includes Balser's hobbies and his accomplishments.