Author: Marge Mueller
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898868074
Category : Outdoor recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Adventure. Perfect for anyone seeking recreation in spectacular natural settings. Book jacket.
Exploring Washington's Wild Areas
Author: Marge Mueller
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898868074
Category : Outdoor recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Adventure. Perfect for anyone seeking recreation in spectacular natural settings. Book jacket.
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898868074
Category : Outdoor recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Adventure. Perfect for anyone seeking recreation in spectacular natural settings. Book jacket.
Exploring Washington's Wild Olympic Coast
Author: David Hooper
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780898863543
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Describes five walks along the west coast of Washington, describes the local ecology, and offers advice on equipment and camping
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780898863543
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Describes five walks along the west coast of Washington, describes the local ecology, and offers advice on equipment and camping
Washington's Wilderness Areas
Author: Kai Huschke
Publisher: Big Earth Publishing
ISBN: 9781565794412
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
The Evergreen State abounds in diverse wilderness to explore. Washington's Wilderness Areas: The Complete Guide takes you there -- from Pacific beaches on the Olympic Peninsula to the Blue Mountains in the southeast, from the glorious Mount Rainier National Park to the remote Salmo-Priest Wilderness along the Canada and Idaho borders. Climb up the rugged Sawtooth Ridge near Lake Chelan, hike cross-country in the Juniper Dunes Wilderness near Pasco, or tread gently in the delicate Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, another key Washington wildland, is also included in this volume. Paired with beautiful color images by award-winning photographer Charles Gurche, author Kai Huschke's text gives in-depth descriptions of hiking trails into these pristine areas. With detailed maps and driving directions, the book also touches on the human and natural history, folklore, climate, flora and fauna, and special attributes of these great places to provide an overview of Washington's 30 designated wilderness areas. This guidebook is your essential introduction to these magnificent, protected lands. Book jacket.
Publisher: Big Earth Publishing
ISBN: 9781565794412
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
The Evergreen State abounds in diverse wilderness to explore. Washington's Wilderness Areas: The Complete Guide takes you there -- from Pacific beaches on the Olympic Peninsula to the Blue Mountains in the southeast, from the glorious Mount Rainier National Park to the remote Salmo-Priest Wilderness along the Canada and Idaho borders. Climb up the rugged Sawtooth Ridge near Lake Chelan, hike cross-country in the Juniper Dunes Wilderness near Pasco, or tread gently in the delicate Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, another key Washington wildland, is also included in this volume. Paired with beautiful color images by award-winning photographer Charles Gurche, author Kai Huschke's text gives in-depth descriptions of hiking trails into these pristine areas. With detailed maps and driving directions, the book also touches on the human and natural history, folklore, climate, flora and fauna, and special attributes of these great places to provide an overview of Washington's 30 designated wilderness areas. This guidebook is your essential introduction to these magnificent, protected lands. Book jacket.
Exploring Colorado's Wild Areas
Author: Scott S. Warren
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898867848
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Discover 69 wilderness areas--including seven new ones--showcasing everything from mountains to canyons, rushing rivers to desert landscapesA comprehensive guide to Colorado's wild areas Totally updated and revised Includes 74 maps and 90 photosMuch has changed in the landscape of Colorado's wilderness designations since the first edition of this book appeared in 1992. At the newly designated Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, visitors peer into the depths of this narrow canyon that drops 2,000 feet to the Gunnison River below--and some choose to follow rugged backcountry routes down to the inner canyon. A trail in Spanish Peaks Wilderness, established in 2000, leads up one of these twin sentinels that rise above the edge of the high plains. Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and standing up to 750 feet high, the dunes of the newly enlarged Great Sand Dunes National Monument and Preserve are the tallest in the Western Hemisphere. Other recent additions to Colorado's protected lands include the Castle Peak Wilderness Study Area, Bull Gulch Wilderness Study Area, San Luis Hills Wilderness Study Area, and Demaree Canyon Wilderness Area. Colorado is one of the nation's primary adventure-travel destinations, and both visitors and locals will find this book the most all-inclusive reference available to the state's wildness areas. From the state's high peaks to its spectacular canyons and deserts, Exploring Colorado's Wild Areas provides detailed information on seasons, flora and fauna, geology, history and activities.
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898867848
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Discover 69 wilderness areas--including seven new ones--showcasing everything from mountains to canyons, rushing rivers to desert landscapesA comprehensive guide to Colorado's wild areas Totally updated and revised Includes 74 maps and 90 photosMuch has changed in the landscape of Colorado's wilderness designations since the first edition of this book appeared in 1992. At the newly designated Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, visitors peer into the depths of this narrow canyon that drops 2,000 feet to the Gunnison River below--and some choose to follow rugged backcountry routes down to the inner canyon. A trail in Spanish Peaks Wilderness, established in 2000, leads up one of these twin sentinels that rise above the edge of the high plains. Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and standing up to 750 feet high, the dunes of the newly enlarged Great Sand Dunes National Monument and Preserve are the tallest in the Western Hemisphere. Other recent additions to Colorado's protected lands include the Castle Peak Wilderness Study Area, Bull Gulch Wilderness Study Area, San Luis Hills Wilderness Study Area, and Demaree Canyon Wilderness Area. Colorado is one of the nation's primary adventure-travel destinations, and both visitors and locals will find this book the most all-inclusive reference available to the state's wildness areas. From the state's high peaks to its spectacular canyons and deserts, Exploring Colorado's Wild Areas provides detailed information on seasons, flora and fauna, geology, history and activities.
Natural Areas
Author: Washington (State). Department of Natural Resources
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural areas
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Natural areas
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
The Seven Wonders of Washington State
Author: Howard Frisk
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781514112298
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Washington State has some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, and among that spectacular scenery are seven very special places. Freelance photographer and Washington State native Howard Frisk has put together a simple guidebook that focuses on just those seven places. Each one is presented with beautiful full color photographs, and a description of what makes it amazing along with interesting and useful tidbits of information. The Seven Wonders of Washington State are meant to be experienced first hand, and his guide can show you where, when and how to experience them yourself.The Seven Wonders of Washington are: Mt Rainier Mt St Helens The Columbia River Gorge Palouse The Hoh Rain Forest Long Beach The Channeled Scablands
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781514112298
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Washington State has some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, and among that spectacular scenery are seven very special places. Freelance photographer and Washington State native Howard Frisk has put together a simple guidebook that focuses on just those seven places. Each one is presented with beautiful full color photographs, and a description of what makes it amazing along with interesting and useful tidbits of information. The Seven Wonders of Washington State are meant to be experienced first hand, and his guide can show you where, when and how to experience them yourself.The Seven Wonders of Washington are: Mt Rainier Mt St Helens The Columbia River Gorge Palouse The Hoh Rain Forest Long Beach The Channeled Scablands
Exploring Washington's Past
Author: Ruth Kirk
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9780295974439
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
A traveler's guide to Washington state, focusing on historical sites. Sections on various regions describe local history, with entries on towns and sites offering information on festivals, museums, and historic districts. Contains b&w photos, and a chronology. c. Book News Inc.
Publisher: University of Washington Press
ISBN: 9780295974439
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 566
Book Description
A traveler's guide to Washington state, focusing on historical sites. Sections on various regions describe local history, with entries on towns and sites offering information on festivals, museums, and historic districts. Contains b&w photos, and a chronology. c. Book News Inc.
Defending Wild Washington
Author: Edward A. Whitesell
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898869705
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Inspiring the next generation: How to lead an effective, grassroots environmental campaign in Washington state.
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898869705
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Inspiring the next generation: How to lead an effective, grassroots environmental campaign in Washington state.
Explore Shrubsteppe
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Habitat conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Habitat conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
50 Trail Runs in Washington
Author: Cheri Pompeo Gillis
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898867152
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
* Includes trail runs in Bellingham, the North and South Cascade Range, the Olympic Peninsula, urban areas, and eastern Washington * Guidebook contains mileage of trails, elevation profiles, maps, and photos * Offers helpful trail running tips for getting started, trail etiquette, and more Trail running is a ever-more popular sport that provides a unique way to exercise while enjoying spectacular scenery. While there are many hiking guidebooks for Washington, this is the first state-wide, comprehensive trail running guidebook. 50 Trails Runs in Washington offers everything from where to go, what to bring, how to get there, and what to expect on the trail. Includes trail running descriptions of varied lengths -- from four miles to 34 miles, accompanied by maps, photos, and elevation profiles. Washington's trail runners will never be left wondering where to run again.
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
ISBN: 9780898867152
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
* Includes trail runs in Bellingham, the North and South Cascade Range, the Olympic Peninsula, urban areas, and eastern Washington * Guidebook contains mileage of trails, elevation profiles, maps, and photos * Offers helpful trail running tips for getting started, trail etiquette, and more Trail running is a ever-more popular sport that provides a unique way to exercise while enjoying spectacular scenery. While there are many hiking guidebooks for Washington, this is the first state-wide, comprehensive trail running guidebook. 50 Trails Runs in Washington offers everything from where to go, what to bring, how to get there, and what to expect on the trail. Includes trail running descriptions of varied lengths -- from four miles to 34 miles, accompanied by maps, photos, and elevation profiles. Washington's trail runners will never be left wondering where to run again.