Author: Kathy Copeland
Publisher: Canmore, Alta. : hikingcamping.com
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
The 55 most rewarding dayhikes and backpack trips within two hours of Calgarys international airport. All lead to astonishing alpine meadows, ridges and peaks. Though these trails are little known compared to those in the nearby Canadian Rocky Mountain national parks, the scenery is equally magnificent. Includes Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley provincial parks. Discerning trail reviews help you choose your trip. Detailed route descriptions keep you on the path. The authors participate in 1% For the Planet.
Where Locals Hike in the Canadian Rockies
Author: Kathy Copeland
Publisher: Canmore, Alta. : hikingcamping.com
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
The 55 most rewarding dayhikes and backpack trips within two hours of Calgarys international airport. All lead to astonishing alpine meadows, ridges and peaks. Though these trails are little known compared to those in the nearby Canadian Rocky Mountain national parks, the scenery is equally magnificent. Includes Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley provincial parks. Discerning trail reviews help you choose your trip. Detailed route descriptions keep you on the path. The authors participate in 1% For the Planet.
Publisher: Canmore, Alta. : hikingcamping.com
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
The 55 most rewarding dayhikes and backpack trips within two hours of Calgarys international airport. All lead to astonishing alpine meadows, ridges and peaks. Though these trails are little known compared to those in the nearby Canadian Rocky Mountain national parks, the scenery is equally magnificent. Includes Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley provincial parks. Discerning trail reviews help you choose your trip. Detailed route descriptions keep you on the path. The authors participate in 1% For the Planet.
Where Locals Hike in the West Kootenay
Author: Kathy Copeland
Publisher: Hikingcamping.com Incorporated
ISBN: 9781927462003
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Publisher: Hikingcamping.com Incorporated
ISBN: 9781927462003
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
Don't Waste Your Time in the West Kootenays
Author: Craig Copeland
Publisher: Riondel, B.C. : Voice in the Wilderness Press
ISBN: 9780969801696
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Publisher: Riondel, B.C. : Voice in the Wilderness Press
ISBN: 9780969801696
Category : Hiking
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Where Locals Hike in the West Kootenay
Author: Kathy Copeland
Publisher: Canmore, Alta. : www.hikingcamping.com
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
See the peaks, glaciers and cascades that make locals passionate about these mountains. The 50 most rewarding dayhikes and backpack trips in the Selkirk and west Purcell ranges of southeast British Columbia. Includes Valhalla, Kokanee Glacier, and Goat Range parks, as well as hikes near Arrow, Slocan, and Kootenay lakes. Discerning trail reviews help you choose your trip. Detailed route descriptions keep you on the path. The authors participate in 1% For the Planet.
Publisher: Canmore, Alta. : www.hikingcamping.com
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
See the peaks, glaciers and cascades that make locals passionate about these mountains. The 50 most rewarding dayhikes and backpack trips in the Selkirk and west Purcell ranges of southeast British Columbia. Includes Valhalla, Kokanee Glacier, and Goat Range parks, as well as hikes near Arrow, Slocan, and Kootenay lakes. Discerning trail reviews help you choose your trip. Detailed route descriptions keep you on the path. The authors participate in 1% For the Planet.
Mountain Footsteps
Author: Janice Strong
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
ISBN: 9781771602464
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
"This new edition of Mountain Footsteps is completely revised and updated, and includes enhanced colour maps and beautiful photos which will breathe new life into the outdoor experience for all outdoor enthusiasts. With nearly 10,000 copies of previous editions sold, Mountain Footsteps is another extremely popular Rocky Mountain Books hiking guide. As with previous editions, readers will continue to appreciate the author's detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, which entice hikers of all abilities to experience the beauty of Southwestern British Columbia. The trails and routes described in this book are between the Rocky Mountains in the east and the Purcell Range in the west, including trips in Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Invermere, Radium and Fernie. Also featured are the BC Provincial Parks Akamina-Kishinena, Top of the World, Height of the Rockies, Elk Lakes, St. Mary's Alpine and Bugaboo Glacier. New to this edition is the inclusion of basic information on established bike trails for those users interested in recreational cycling. As well, there is an entirely new selection of day hikes in the northern Purcells and a number of short hikes and walks in the lower elevations of the East Kootenay."--
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
ISBN: 9781771602464
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
"This new edition of Mountain Footsteps is completely revised and updated, and includes enhanced colour maps and beautiful photos which will breathe new life into the outdoor experience for all outdoor enthusiasts. With nearly 10,000 copies of previous editions sold, Mountain Footsteps is another extremely popular Rocky Mountain Books hiking guide. As with previous editions, readers will continue to appreciate the author's detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, which entice hikers of all abilities to experience the beauty of Southwestern British Columbia. The trails and routes described in this book are between the Rocky Mountains in the east and the Purcell Range in the west, including trips in Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Invermere, Radium and Fernie. Also featured are the BC Provincial Parks Akamina-Kishinena, Top of the World, Height of the Rockies, Elk Lakes, St. Mary's Alpine and Bugaboo Glacier. New to this edition is the inclusion of basic information on established bike trails for those users interested in recreational cycling. As well, there is an entirely new selection of day hikes in the northern Purcells and a number of short hikes and walks in the lower elevations of the East Kootenay."--
Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia
Author: Taryn Eyton
Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd
ISBN: 1771646691
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A one-stop resource for hiking backpackers in beautiful British Columbia. Planning your next backpacking adventure? This book covers all the essentials including: 40 overnight hiking trails: discover the many different routes that BC has to offer Packing tips: take only the most essential items with you (plus a few comforts) Permitting: find out what permits you’ll need, and where to get them Camp set-up: tips for where to pitch your tent and how to find water Environmental impact: learn how to Leave No Trace behind in the wilderness This book features backpacking routes from the North Shore up to Pemberton and Lytton and from the Sunshine Coast out to the Similkameen Valley. Beautiful photographs showcase what you’ll see along the way: mountain peaks, alpine meadows, waterfalls, old-growth forests, and more. Every backpacking route in the book includes bonus features: Trail maps and route descriptions Elevation, distance and time information Points of cultural and natural history Pre-planning hints about fees, permits, and reservations Suggested side trips and points of particular interest Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia also shares options for extending an overnight excursion to several nights or a week, and for selecting hikes that match your timeline/fitness level.
Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd
ISBN: 1771646691
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
A one-stop resource for hiking backpackers in beautiful British Columbia. Planning your next backpacking adventure? This book covers all the essentials including: 40 overnight hiking trails: discover the many different routes that BC has to offer Packing tips: take only the most essential items with you (plus a few comforts) Permitting: find out what permits you’ll need, and where to get them Camp set-up: tips for where to pitch your tent and how to find water Environmental impact: learn how to Leave No Trace behind in the wilderness This book features backpacking routes from the North Shore up to Pemberton and Lytton and from the Sunshine Coast out to the Similkameen Valley. Beautiful photographs showcase what you’ll see along the way: mountain peaks, alpine meadows, waterfalls, old-growth forests, and more. Every backpacking route in the book includes bonus features: Trail maps and route descriptions Elevation, distance and time information Points of cultural and natural history Pre-planning hints about fees, permits, and reservations Suggested side trips and points of particular interest Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia also shares options for extending an overnight excursion to several nights or a week, and for selecting hikes that match your timeline/fitness level.
Hikes Around Invermere & the Columbia River Valley
Author: Aaron Cameron
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 9781897522516
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Located in the southeast corner of British Columbia, the Windermere Valley is at the headwaters of the mighty Columbia. The ideal base for exploring this spectacular country of the northern Purcells and the western slopes of the Canadian Rockies is the picturesque town of Invermere. From short strolls to dayhikes to overnighters to major, committing mountaineering routes, this book has all the information you need to get out there and enjoy the most beautiful spots at Spillimacheen River, Horsethief, Toby and Frances creeks and Mount Assiniboine as well as in the Stanford Range, the Bugaboos, Kootenay National Park and Height of the Rockies. Here you'll find descriptions of not only the hikes themselves but the highway approaches, accommodations and services, emergency contacts and much, much more.
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 9781897522516
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
Located in the southeast corner of British Columbia, the Windermere Valley is at the headwaters of the mighty Columbia. The ideal base for exploring this spectacular country of the northern Purcells and the western slopes of the Canadian Rockies is the picturesque town of Invermere. From short strolls to dayhikes to overnighters to major, committing mountaineering routes, this book has all the information you need to get out there and enjoy the most beautiful spots at Spillimacheen River, Horsethief, Toby and Frances creeks and Mount Assiniboine as well as in the Stanford Range, the Bugaboos, Kootenay National Park and Height of the Rockies. Here you'll find descriptions of not only the hikes themselves but the highway approaches, accommodations and services, emergency contacts and much, much more.
Waterfall Hikes in Southern British Columbia
Author: RMB Rocky Mountain Books
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
ISBN: 9781771604277
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
ISBN: 9781771604277
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Mountain Footsteps
Author: Janice Strong
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 1926855299
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
This edition of one of Rocky Mountain Books? bestselling hiking guides contains the latest updates to routes, trails and roads in the areas around Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Invermere, Radium and Fernie, located between the Rocky Mountains in the east and the Purcell Mountains in the west, including the Akamina Kishinena, Top of the World, Elk Lakes, St. Mary?s Alpine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Parks. This volume will entice hikers of all abilities. As with previous editions, readers will continue to appreciate the author?s detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, complete with colour maps and photos, related to one of the most stunning areas in western Canada. Janice Strong continues to enhance the outdoor experience for hiking enthusiasts from across the country and around the world.
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
ISBN: 1926855299
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
This edition of one of Rocky Mountain Books? bestselling hiking guides contains the latest updates to routes, trails and roads in the areas around Cranbrook, Kimberley, Creston, Invermere, Radium and Fernie, located between the Rocky Mountains in the east and the Purcell Mountains in the west, including the Akamina Kishinena, Top of the World, Elk Lakes, St. Mary?s Alpine and Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Parks. This volume will entice hikers of all abilities. As with previous editions, readers will continue to appreciate the author?s detailed descriptions and personal anecdotes, complete with colour maps and photos, related to one of the most stunning areas in western Canada. Janice Strong continues to enhance the outdoor experience for hiking enthusiasts from across the country and around the world.
West Kootenay
Author: Garnet Basque
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781895811421
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Here are the stories of early days in the West Kootenay. Nine chapters include tales from Ainsworth, West Kootenay's first town; the story of Nelson; ghost towns of the silvery Slocan; and the legendary gold of Rossland. The book is well illustrated with colour and black-and-white photographs, and includes an index. Now in its fourth printing.
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781895811421
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
Here are the stories of early days in the West Kootenay. Nine chapters include tales from Ainsworth, West Kootenay's first town; the story of Nelson; ghost towns of the silvery Slocan; and the legendary gold of Rossland. The book is well illustrated with colour and black-and-white photographs, and includes an index. Now in its fourth printing.