But [Everett] and McCandless, at least they tried to follow their dream. That’s what was great about them. They tried. Not many do.

Its not always necessary to be strong, but to feel strong.

You should own nothing except what you can carry on your back at a dead run.

But somethings in life are more important than being happy. Like being free to think for yourself.

I think I understand that religious faith which makes the holy brave and strong; my strength is just somewhere else--it's in myself...I do not fear what may await me, though I'm equally confident that nothing awaits.

I think part of the appeal of Antarctica is experiencing some sort of power, the forces of the natural world.

The only person you are fighting is yourself and your stubbornness to engage in new circumstances.