About Melannie Jones
Because sometimes the trail isn’t marked, the compass wobbles, and the best way forward starts with paying attention.
The Misguided Compass is a field journal from the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council — filled with stories, reflections, and behind-the-scenes moments from a life shaped by the outdoors, community, and the unexpected lessons of stewardship.
Whether you hunt, fish, volunteer, or simply care about the land we live on, this space is for people who value authenticity over polish, purpose over performance, and the occasional muddy truth over a perfect pitch.
This isn’t just a place to read — it’s a place to show up.
Leave a comment, share your own story, ask a question, or just say hey. Whether you’ve spent your life in the woods or you’re still figuring out which direction the compass points, there’s room for you here.