Download or read book 50 Hikes in Northern Virginia written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of this hiking guide to one of the most pristine mountain ranges of the east of America. An overview chart at the beginning of the book provides information on the 50 hikes at a glance. Each hike description includes directions to the trailhead and a topographic map.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Northern Virginia written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revised edition combines recommendations for single- and multiple-day hiking trips with natural and historical information about the region, in a reference that provides for a range of physical abilities and includes coverage of such areas as the Allegheny Mountains and Chesapeake Bay. Original.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Northern Virginia Walks Hikes and Backpacks from the Allegheny Mountains to Chesapeake Bay Fourth Edition written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2015-05-04 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great hikes plus the natural and human history of each area. From the rugged summits of the Allegheny Mountains to the gentle shores of Chesapeake Bay, this new edition explores more than 360 miles of pathways with up-to-date information on trail closures, route changes, and new territory. It offers a rich selection of hikes for every degree of physical stamina and for any amount of time you have available, as well as an in-depth exploration of the human and natural history that contributes to the compelling story of the region, noting historic events that occurred nearby and how the landscape itself helped shape those events.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Northern Virginia written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to day hikes, multi-day adventures, natural wonders, and human history of northern Virginia, from the summits to the sea.
Download or read book Doggin Northern Virginia written by Doug Gelbert and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hiking with Kids Virginia written by Erin Gifford and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-04-15 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DREAM IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 50+ easy-to-follow hikes in Virginia that allow families to spend time together in nature. PLAN IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families provides tips, advice and information needed to plan a winning day hike: • Diverse and engaging kid-friendly hikes all across the state • Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS • Time-saving hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, terrain and fun facts DO IT Virginia is home to tumbling falls, scenic vistas, geological wonders, tidal marshes and majestic mountains, and this guide describes many family-friendly hikes across the state that allow children to fall in love with the outdoors. • Find hikes that engage children with water features, rock scrambles and native wildlife • Experience diverse terrain that challenges, rewards, and leaves children wanting more • Take it all in, whether savoring a colorful sunset or splashing in a swimming hole
Download or read book 50 Hikes with Kids Virginia and Maryland written by Alison Humphreys and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2024-07-09 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the 50 most kid-friendly hikes in the mid-Atlantic states with this book featuring maps and scavenger hunts of items to find along each trail—plus fun extras that will foster a curiosity about the region's flora, fauna, and geology! In the latest addition to the 50 Hikes with Kids series, educators Alison Humphreys and Wendy Gorton give your family everything you need to explore the lakes, rivers, seaside dunes, and mountain trails of Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, and Washington DC. Readers will find easy-to-read trail maps, intuitive directions, elevation and length details for every hike, restroom information, and places to grab a snack nearby. Plus, scavenger hunts for each trail make it fun for even the youngest trekkers to learn about local flora, fauna, and geology. Hikes include the Alapocas Run, the Calvert Cliffs, Theodore Roosevelt Island, the Blue Ridge Tunnel, Harpers Ferry, and more!
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Southern Virginia written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the wide variety of terrain to be found in southern Virginia, this title covers the most popular hiking destinations in the region, but also leads you to little-known, out-of-the-way trails. Each trail is accompanied by detailed information on the route and its natural and human history.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Northen Virginia 4th Edition written by Leonard M Adkins and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2015-05-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great hikes plus the natural and human history of each area. From the rugged summits of the Allegheny Mountains to the gentle shores of Chesapeake Bay, this new edition explores more than 360 miles of pathways with up-to-date information on trail closures, route changes, and new territory. It offers a rich selection of hikes for every degree of physical stamina and for any amount of time you have available, as well as an in-depth exploration of the human and natural history that contributes to the compelling story of the region, noting historic events that occurred nearby and how the landscape itself helped shape those events.
Download or read book Hiking Virginia written by Bill Burnham and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-07-30 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of a National Outdoor Book Award Honorable Mention, Hiking Virginia is indispensable for exploring the Commonwealth. Authors Bill and Mary Burnham breath fresh air into popular Virginia destinations, and explore commonly overlooked yet equally dramatic hikes. Explore the history of a young American nation; watch stories of lost cultures come alive; and imagine the ghosts of Indian raiders, moonshiners, and outlaws haunting the backcountry routes of the past. Packed with notes on plants, trees, and geology, plus a list of local attractions and "good eats and sleeps" for the weary hiker, Hiking Virginia covers the Commonwealth's outdoors from the sea shores to the mountain slopes, past and present. Also included is a special section detailing the Appalachian Trail through Virginia, taking thru-hikers along the six-week route from Damascus, Virginia to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Inside readers will find: full-color photos, detailed color maps, accurate route profiles showing the ups and downs of each hike, tips on equipment, trip planning, hiking with dogs and children, accurate directions, difficulty ratings, trail contacts, and more.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in West Virginia written by Leonard Adkins and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to backpacking and hiking in this highly rural and still-unspoiled state.
Download or read book Maryland and Northern Virginia written by and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Northern New Mexico Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Kai Huschke and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2016-12-27 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete hiking guide to some of the most beautiful and mystical lands in America's Southwest This is your guide to more than 50 spectacular and sublime walks, hikes, and backpacking adventures accessing the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains, contorted volcanic formations, and striated canyons. Move across the expansive Valle Grande; pierce the clouds on Wheeler Peak. Wade through a sea of wildflowers along subalpine lakes in the Pecos Wilderness. Walk with the ancients as you explore ruins left by American Indian, Hispanic, and Anglo inhabitants in places like Chaco Canyon and Bandelier National Monument. As with all the books in the 50 Hikes series, you’ll find clear and concise directions, easy-to-follow maps, and expert tips for enjoying what each hike has to offer—whether it’s staggering views, rushing rapids, or deep canyons.
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Northern Virginia written by Louise S. Baxter and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-04-01 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Northern Virginia features the best easy day hikes in Northern Virginia. With detailed maps and trail descriptions, navigating these wonderful trails is made easy. It’s the perfect tool for day hikers, families, and local outdoors people looking to explore Northern Virginia in an easy day hike. In addition to information on the trails themselves, this guide includes GPS coordinates as well as a section on regional attractions, lodging and dining, and other noteworthy public lands well-suited for outdoor adventure. It is also filled with useful information on the area’s history, geology, fauna, flora, and park amenities such as shuttle service, developed picnic areas, camping, general store, and visitor centers. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons Invaluable trip-planning information, including local lodging and campgrounds GPS coordinates
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Southern Virginia 2e written by Leonard M Adkins and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2007-05-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thoroughly revised and updated edition, with four new hikes. The Roanoke Times calls Leonard M. Adkins "a great hiking writer," and for this edition of Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Southern Virginia he has thoroughly updated all of the hike descriptions. Working in concert with the administrative personnel of the many national forest ranger districts, state parks, national wildlife refuges, wildlife management areas, and national parks, he re-hiked many of the trails, and four of them are so completely different that they qualify as entirely new outings. Closed services and facilities have been deleted, new ones have been added, and relevant Web sites are now included in the contact information.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the Mountains of North Carolina Third Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Robert L. Williams and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountain ranges of North Carolina—from the Blue Ridge and Great Smokies to the southern foothills—are distinguished by steep gorges, spectacular waterfalls, lush forests, open vistas and temperate weather, making them a popular hiking destination in every season. This updated third edition offers day hikes for all skill levels and abilities, including an underground hike through an old gold mine and a climb to the top of the highest peak along the Blue Ridge Parkway. In addition to trailhead directions, hiking distances and times, safety tips, and topographic maps, you’ll also find folk stories, historical anecdotes, and natural history information.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Alabama Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Johnny Molloy and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2010-10-04 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hike for every interest and ability! Alabama has so many great hikes to offer, including those in national and state parks and forests and in national wildlife refuges. In this book, the emphasis is on the most scenic destinations and unique places that help make Alabama so beautiful, like the rock formations of the Wall of Jericho, or the dunes of Bon Secour. Many hikes described here are off-the-beaten-path treks to lesser-known sites such as Needles Eye and Blue Spring; they show visitors the state’s wide range of beauty and biodiversity. Others take place at various spots along the Pinhoti Trail, the master path through Alabama’s mountains.
