David Riley is a typical farm boy of the late 1800s, growing up in a midwest community where religion is a tradition that no one dares to challenge. He and his friend Jill set out to explore the "Old Man's Path" to uncover the mystery of an old wives' tale which turns into more of an adventure than they expected. When they discover long held secrets in the town of Detweiler, David is determined to find the truth regardless of the cost.