Walt McCandless

Walt McCandless was an American traveler and adventurer known for inspiring the book and film "Into the Wild." He was the father of Christopher McCandless, who abandoned his traditional life to seek wilderness experiences in Alaska. Walt’s background includes a successful career in aerospace engineering and a complex family history. His relationship with Christopher was marked by love, concern, and moments of conflict, particularly after Christopher's sudden departure. Walt’s story reflects themes of opportunity, regret, and the challenging dynamics of family and personal dreams.