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It Happened in Glacier National Park takes readers on a rollicking,
behind-the-scenes look at some of the characters and episodes from
the Park's storied past. Including both famous tales, and famous
names--and little-known heroes, heroines, and happenings.
Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13
takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed
with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities,
natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been
vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each
book includes color illustrations and photographs.
Insiders' Guide to Glacier National Park is the essential source
for information to this outdoor paradise that offers diverse
opportunities for fun and adventure. Written by a local (and true
insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective of
Glacier and its surrounding environs.
An all-in-one guide to the more than 500 sites in the National
Wildlife Refuge system, this book lists each refuge alphabetically
by state, providing basic information about accessibility,
facilities, and type of habitat. More in-depth descriptions are
provided for significant or popular refuges, detailing flora and
fauna to be found there as well as information on the best time of
year to year to view migrating species. Ideal for the casual
wildlife watcher or hunting enthusiast, this guide will also be a
welcome companion for anyone wishing to create his or her own
"eco-tour."
Discover the story of the land of Myakka. This book takes you into
shady hammocks of twisted oaks and up into aerial gardens, down the
wild and scenic river, and across a variegated canvas of prairies,
piney woods, and wetlandsall located in Myakka River State Park,
the largest state park in Florida. Each adventure tells the story
of a unique facet of this wilderness area and takes you into secret
places it would take years to discover on your own.
Whether you're visiting the park for the first time or have
frequented the area since childhood, the adventures described here
are sure to awaken your primitive instincts to explore the unknown.
If you return to the same places at different times of the year,
you'll find enough adventures to last a lifetime. You'll never be
one of those people who ask "What's there to do in the park
today?"
Joshua Tree National Park is the most popular rock climbing area in
the world--and for good reason. When other climbing locales are
buried in snow, Josh is basking in Southern California sunshine.
Thousands of sport and traditional routes on park's distinctive
domes offer climbers of all abilities endless variety, from
classic, well-protected cracks to delicate friction faces and edgy
vertical testpieces. Excellent bouldering abounds, and superb
camping in the beautiful, high-desert environment encourages
extended stays. Simply put, no climber's career is complete without
at least one trip to Joshua Tree, and many people find themselves
returning year after year.
"Rock Climbing Joshua Tree West is the first of two volumes that
together replace "Rock Climbing Joshua Tree, published in 1992 and
1986. Covering climbs in the western half of the park, completely
revised and with thoroughly updated route information, and
extensively illustrated, it's the climber's comprehensive and
indispensable guide to the area.
A practical guide from an expert camper who rates campsites
throughout Texas including location, facilities, activities,
sights, layout, fees and cautions. Photos give the flavor and
attractions of many of the sites.
As Spanish authorities colonized Alta California, they established
21 Franciscan missions and four forts, or presidios, to bring the
native inhabitants of the region under control and to provide for
security and defense. Today, the missions and presidios are among
California's most popular historic landmarks, and enduring
reminders of California's Spanish and Mexican past. For travelers
and outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience a taste of all that
the area has to offer, this book contains short hikes, biking, and
other outdoor recreation opportunities, plus travel information and
natural history. It is a fun and fascinating tour of the missions
and presidios for vacationers and history buffs alike.
Other books in the "Exploring series include Big South Fork
National River and Recreation Area, Canyonlands and Arches National
Park, Cape Hatteras and Cape Lookout National Seashores, Dinosaur
National Monument, Florida's Atlantic Coast Beaches, Florida's Gulf
Coast Beaches, Glacier National Park, Great Texas Coastal Birding
Trail, Gulf Islands National Seashore, Hawaii's Parklands, Mount
Helena, Point Reyes National Seashore and Golden Gate National
Recreation Area, and Southern California Beaches.
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