| Author | : National Geographic Society |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2001 |
| Genre | : National parks and reserves |
| ISBN | : 9780792270287 |
Beautifully designed and user friendly, this definitive, revised edition of the Society's bestselling guide illuminates all 55 of the scenic national parks in the US. Includes detailed descriptions of each park, author-guided tours of personal favorites, excursions to nearby sites, national monuments, wildlife refuges and forests. 76 maps. 45 color photos.
| Author | : National Geographic |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 528 |
| Release | : 2021-02-02 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 9781426221668 |
There's simply no better getaway in the United States than a visit to one of the country's 62 national parks from Alaska to the Virgin Islands, from Maine to America Samoa. Profiled in this all-new ninth edition of National Geographic's enduring and informative guide, you'll find expert travel advice, candid tips for hiking and wildlife spotting, and detailed maps to help navigate your way through America's great outdoors. Updated throughout with the latest information from park rangers and National Geographic's own acclaimed travel writers, this fully revised and comprehensive guidebook includes the newest additions to the United States park system-Indiana Dunes, White Sands, and Gateway Arch national parks. Whether you're looking to explore the underground world of Mammoth Caves or make your way through the mangroves of Everglades National Park, you'll find a destination that suits your needs, and inspiration to plan your next wild adventure. In addition to park details and descriptions, this sparkling new edition features week-long regional road trip itineraries s so you can visit multiple parks in one vacation. Filled with more than 300 dazzling photographs and 80 full-color maps, this inspiring book reveals the best the United States has to offer-right in its own backyard.
| Author | : National Geographic |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 404 |
| Release | : 2017 |
| Genre | : Canada |
| ISBN | : 1426217560 |
An illustrated, region-by-region guide to the national parks of Canada, offering sample itineraries and site-by-site tours, and providing historical information, location and activity descriptions, tips for travelers, maps, and lodging information with addresses, phone numbers, and price ranges.
| Author | : Laura Erickson |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 196 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1426210442 |
Presents information about 160 North American bird species, including facts about physical features, voice, habitat, food, and a map indicating the regions in which each species can be found.
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 388 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
Includes 40 maps, for both driving and walking tours, to historical sites in all 50 states. "Features more than 2,500 U.S. historical sites, including: battlefields, wild west towns, colonial villages, historic districts, Indian dwellings, pioneer trails," and more--Cover.
| Author | : David L. Scott |
| Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
| Total Pages | : 273 |
| Release | : 2012-03-20 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0762783893 |
The definitive guide to memorable staysin America’s most beautiful places.
| Author | : Emily Hoff |
| Publisher | : Ten Speed Press |
| Total Pages | : 352 |
| Release | : 2020-03-31 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1984856316 |
Explore the fascinating science behind the national parks in this charming illustrated guide. The national parks are some of the most beloved, visited, and biodiverse places on Earth. They're also scientific playgrounds where you can learn about plants, animals, and our planet's coolest geological features firsthand. Scenic Science of the National Parks curates and breaks down the compelling and offbeat natural science highlights of each park, from volcanic activity, glaciers, and coral reefs to ancient redwood groves, herds of bison, giant bats, and beyond. Featuring full-color illustrations, information on the history and notable features of each park, and insider tips on how to get the most out of your visit, this delightful book is the perfect addition to any park lover's collection.
| Author | : Jonathan Alderfer |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 276 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780792255628 |
Designed to fit in a backpack or pocket for easy access, each of these handy and popular bird field guides comprises 272 pages and features about 175 birds organized by family as approved by the American Ornithological Union. Standard features include: Locator Map at the front listing regional birding hotspots; Introduction by an expert on where to find the state's top birds; How-To-Use Section with general tips on birding and advice on making the most of the guide; 125 Easy-Access Individual Entries providing a photograph of the bird in its habitat, recognition clues, specific details on behavior, habitat, and local sites, plus a special "Field Note" with artwork for extra help in tricky identifications; Alphabetical Index with life list; and Color-coded Index. Pennsylvania offers a winning variety of city and country birds. See the bright-colored, vocal Yellow-billed Cuckoo; the migratory Snow Goose; the stunning Red-Tailed Hawk; the olive Acadian Flycatcher, and more.
| Author | : James Kaiser |
| Publisher | : James Kaiser |
| Total Pages | : 369 |
| Release | : 2018-03-28 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 194075433X |
Discover the best of Grand Canyon in this award-winning, full-color travel guidebook. From hiking to biking to river rafting, Grand Canyon National Park is filled with adventures. But without careful planning, a trip there can be overwhelming. Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide helps you make the most of your time in the park. Whatever your interests—hiking the Bright Angel Trail, riding mules to Phantom Ranch, watching sunset from Hopi Point, relaxing at a historic lodge—this gorgeous travel guidebook puts the best of Grand Canyon at your fingertips. Beautiful color photos showcase the park's best viewpoints and destinations. Fascinating chapters on Geology, History and Wildlife reveal the story behind the scenery. Detailed maps make travel planning easy. From Havasu Canyon's stunning waterfalls to incredible day hikes on the North and South Rims, Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide is the only guidebook you'll need. Filled with tips to save you time and money! Winner: Benjamin Franklin Award (Best Full-Color Travel Guide) Winner: Independent Publisher Book Award (Best Travel Guide)
