King, there is very little land in the US where one can go to 'get away from it all'. Of course, there are places you can do that - but you'd better not hope for any stores, medical care, or gasoline within 75 miles.

Canadians lead a charmed life by virtue of their proximity to the US. They have some of the most beautiful, pristine land there is - and don't have to do anything to defend it.