100 Nature Walks

Author: National Trust
Publisher: National Trust
ISBN: 1911657453
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 558

Book Description
A glorious celebration of nature and the simple pleasures of walking. This pocket-sized book has a perfect country walk for every time of year. The 100 walks show you the highlights of every season, from the beautiful bluebell woods of spring and the wildflower meadows of summer to the spectacular colours of autumn and the stark grandeur of winter. The routes cover all of Britain (including Scotland) and they’re all easy or moderate in their difficulty – ideal for relaxed strolls and families. As well a map and comprehensive directions, each walk has information about other fun activities in the area and nearby cafes and restaurants.

100 Hikes of a Lifetime

Author: Kate Siber
Publisher: National Geographic
ISBN: 1426220952
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 404

Book Description
This ultimate hiker's bucket list, from the celebrated Appalachian Trail to Micronesia's off-the-beaten-path Six Waterfalls Hike, treks through 100 energizing experiences for all levels. Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from expert hikers like Andrew Skurka, need-to-know travel information, and practical wildlife-spotting tips, this inspirational guide offers the planet's best experiences for hikers and sightseers. From short day hikes--California's Sierra High Route, Lake Agnes Teahouse in Alberta, Norway's Mt. Skala--to multiday excursions like Mt. Meru in Tanzania and multi-week treks (Egypt's Sinai Trail, Bhutan's Snowman Trek, and the Bibbulum Track in Australia), you'll find a hike that matches your interests and skill level. Crossing all continents and climates (from the jungles of Costa Rica to the ice fields in Alaska's Kenai Fjords National Parks), as well as experiences (a wine route through Switzerland or moose spotting on the Teton Crest Trail in Wyoming, ) there is a trail for everyone in these pages. So pack your gear and lace your boots: this comprehensive and innovative guide will lead you to experience the best hikes of your life!

Nature Walks of Central Park

Author: Dennis Burton
Publisher: Regina Ryan Publishing Enterprises Incorporated
ISBN: 9780988225992
Category : Central Park (New York, N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
The former Natural Areas Ecologist of the Central Park Conservancy celebrates this extraordinary urban oasis with nine intimate walking tours that reveal the park's rich natural heritage and hidden treasures; complete with 9 maps and 18 original watercolors and drawings by artist Alan Messer depicting actual birds, flowers, trees and shrubs found within the park. Completely revised and updated.

Day Hikes and Nature Walks in the Las Cruces-El Paso Area

Author: Greg Magee
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692585979
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Discover the hidden treasures of the northern Chihuahuan Desert. Explore the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. This book describes 45 day trips into the mountains, canyons, and desert of the Las Cruces - El Paso area. The trips are designed to appeal to hikers of all levels of ability, ranging from easy strolls along the Rio Grande to rugged, off-trail treks to the summits of isolated mountains. General information on geology, ecology and cultural history is also presented.

Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die

Author: Chris Santella
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613120508
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 443

Book Description
A breathtaking guide to fifty of the world’s greatest locations to hike, as selected by the experts who have been there. Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die is the latest offering in the bestselling Fifty Places series. Chris Santella, along with top expedition leaders, explores the world’s greatest walking adventures. Some, such as the Lunana Snowman Trek in Bhutan and the Kangshung Valley Trek in Tibet, are grueling multiweek adventures at high altitudes. Others, such as Japan’s Nakesando Trail, move leisurely from village to village, allowing walkers to immerse themselves in the local culture. Whether it’s climbing the Rwandan mountains to view mountain gorillas or strolling through bistros along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, there’s a memorable hike at everyone’s level within these 50 chapters. With commentaries from expert trekkers and insider tips that lead the reader off the beaten path, Santella has again captured the special characteristics that make these must-visit destinations.

100 Great Walks with Kids

Author: Jen Benson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1844865762
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
This book features 100 wonderful walks right across Britain suitable for families with children from 0 upwards, including carrier- and buggy-friendly routes and themes such as mini mountains, walks with paddles, beaches, woodland, wildlife, circumnavigations of lakes, and walks from child-friendly cafes. Starting with a useful and informative introduction with advice on making walks with kids successful and enjoyable (best clothing and equipment, food and drink, the countryside code, and a light-hearted troubleshooting guide for commonly-encountered problems), the book divides the walks themselves by geographical area: - England: south-west, south-east, central north-west, north-east - Wales: south, central, north - Scotland: borders and south,central, north and islands Each route is graded according to its relative difficulty but all will be short to moderate in length, and very achievable for anyone with a good level of fitness and symbols will indicate hazards, refreshments, toilets, dog-friendliness and buggy suitability. As well as being themed, each walk will include other points of interest along the way to keep the children engaged and encourage the idea that spending time outdoors is enjoyable and fun. Illustrated throughout with the authors' photography showcasing the beauty of Britain, this will be an attractive and inspiring guidebook for all families wanting to make the most of the great outdoors.

100 Greatest Walks in Britain

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780715337752
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Includes 100 greatest walks in Britain that have been chosen by "Country Walking" magazine, Britain's walking journal, and contains the information you need to enjoy walking in the very best of Britain's countryside.

Berkeley Walks

Author: Robert E. Johnson
Publisher: Roaring Forties Press
ISBN: 1938901517
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 290

Book Description
Berkeley Walks celebrates the things that make Berkeley such a wonderful walking city—diverse architecture, panoramic views, tree-lined neighborhoods, historic homes, unusual gardens, secret pathways, hidden parks, vibrant street life, trend-setting restaurants, and intriguing history. Fascinating and surprising sidelights include the apartment building from which Patty Hearst was kidnapped; Ted Kaczynski’s home before he became the Unabomber; and the residences of Nobel laureates and literary Berkeleyans such as Thornton Wilder, Ann Rice, and Philip K. Dick. Bob Johnson and Janet Byron—longtime city residents and tour guides—designed these 18 walks to showcase the many elements that make Berkeley’s neighborhoods, shopping districts, and academic areas such fun to explore. Visitors will discover a vibrant community beyond the University of California campus borders, while locals will be surprised and delighted by the treasures in their own backyards. Highlights of the book include a focus on architects Joseph Esherick, John Galen Howard, Bernard Maybeck, Julia Morgan, James Plachek, Walter Ratcliff, Jr., and John Hudson Thomas, 100 archival and original photos, and 20 maps, including a map of Berkeley bookstores.

Great Iowa Walks

Author: Lynn L. Walters
Publisher: Big Earth Publishing
ISBN: 9781931599320
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Wander prairies blazing with color. Climb up ridges and discover stunning vistas. Dip into quiet valleys and peaceful canyons. Glide through a golden forest, stroll a city street, stand beneath a waterfall or in a cave. In this book, Lynn Walters guides you to some of Iowa's most scenic and diverse trails. No matter if you are in the mood for a casual jaunt or an adventuresome trek,

Hiking Arkansas

Author: Janie Jones
Publisher: Falcon Guides
ISBN: 9780762724659
Category : Arkansas
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
From the Mississippi bottomlands in the east to the hill country of the Ouachita and Ozark mountains in the west, Arkansas offers a wide range of excellent, four-season opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Out of over 250 designated trails in Arkansas, Arkansas natives Janie and Wyatt Jones compiled a sampling of nature walks, day-length hikes, and backpacking trails that would appeal to a wide cross-section of people. Hiking, to the authors, is not a competition with nature in which only the strong and well-conditioned may triumph, but a celebration of nature to be enjoyed by all, including children, senior citizens, and the disabled. Hiking Arkansas is, therefore, a guide for the novice hiker as well as the veteran.