Monday, October 06, 2025

The Burl Shack Memoir is here!

I’m excited to share that my memoir, The Burl Shack — Rescuing the World’s Largest Maple Burl, is now available for purchase.

This story has been twenty years in the making — a true account of how one man, a backhoe, and a dying maple tree came together to reveal something extraordinary hidden within.

Each copy is $10.ca and a portion of every sale will be donated to Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, helping families with terminally ill children right here in British Columbia. Your support not only helps keep this story alive, but also brings comfort and care to families who need it most.

As a thank-you, each purchase includes a complimentary invitation to visit Murfitt — the world’s largest Big-leaf Maple Burl — in person at The Burl Shack in Duncan, BC. Come see for yourself what nature and perseverance can create.

If you’d like a copy, please send an e-transfer to theburlshack@icloud.com, including your name and a short note (memoir) for your message. Once received, I’ll e-mail you a PDF copy of my memoir. 

Thank you for your support and kindness — it means the world 🌎 

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— Glen McLeod