Download or read book West Virginia Waterfalls The New River Gorge written by Ed Rehbein and published by Headline Books. This book was released on 2010-10 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 100 waterfalls grace the cliffs and canyons of the New River Gorge and its tributaries. This book invites you to savor this untapped wealth of beauty in two enjoyable ways by viewing photographs of these waterfalls and by experiencing them for yourself. Photographers, hikers, and nature lovers Ed Rehbein and Randy Sanger have photographed some of the most beautiful places in the New River Gorge, plus provided maps and information on how to visit each waterfall yourself. The pull-out hiking guide will keep you on the path to your own Appalachian adventures!

Download or read book Thirty Great North Carolina Science Adventures written by April C. Smith and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North Carolina possesses an astonishingly rich array of natural wonders. Building on this abundance, April C. Smith passionately seeks to open the world of nature to everyone. Her popular science guidebook features thirty sites across North Carolina that are perfect for exploration and hands-on learning about the Earth and the environment. A stellar group of naturalists and educators narrate each adventure, explaining key scientific concepts by showing you exactly where and how to look. This guidebook is for anyone—teens, kids, families, hikers, teachers, students, and tourists alike—who loves to be outside while learning. * All you need to plan trips and discover new attractions * Organized by the state's Mountain, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain regions * The 30 adventures spotlight wonderful places to hike, fascinating geological formations to find, animals and plants to observe, and hands-on learning activities * Explains clearly the scientific processes that made North Carolina the state it is today * Richly illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and maps; includes an indispensable science glossary

Download or read book Cabins and trails written by Clyde Ferguson and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Water Quality and Processes Affecting Dissolved Oxygen Concentrations in the Blackwater River Canaan Valley West Virginia written by Marcus C. Waldron and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Watercolor in Nature written by Rosalie Haizlett and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Capture the Natural World with Vibrant Works of Art Nature illustrator Rosalie Haizlett has hiked through countless forests with her sketchbook and watercolors, documenting the plants, animals and landscapes that she encounters. She has also taught tens of thousands of students to paint and appreciate nature’s beauty through her popular online classes and in-person workshops. In this book, Rosalie provides step-by-step instruction on how to paint 20 realistic insects, fungi, birds, botanicals and mammals in her vibrant wet- on-dry watercolor style. Pick up the skills you need to become a better observer in the outdoors, take your own reference photos and paint a wide variety of subjects so that you can continue to draw inspiration from nature long after you finish the projects in this book. You’ll also learn some fun nature facts along the way! Whether you’re a total beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, Rosalie is here to walk you through every step of the process.

Download or read book Five Star Trails West Virginia s Monongahela National Forest written by Johnny Molloy and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Hiking Heaven It's no wonder the Monongahela National Forest is such a popular destination. It's the heart and soul of West Virginia and a natural getaway for hikers and weekend backpackers. With the Dolly Sods and Otter Creek Wildernesses to the north and the Cranberry Backcountry to the south--plus special places like the Falls of Hills Creek and Seneca Rocks--the "Mon" offers over 800 miles of stunning hiking opportunities to rocky overlooks, backcountry waterfalls, and even botanically rare and rich parcels. Discover mountain panoramas, untamed streams, and remote wilderness all within a short drive of Washington, D.C., and Richmond. In this updated edition, hiking expert Johnny Molloy shares everything you need to know about 40 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests, including route details, directions, nearby attractions, GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and more in this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. Every trail is rated for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children, so you know exactly what to expect before beginning your next adventure.

Download or read book Hiking West Virginia written by Steven Carroll and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2003-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From rugged Appalachian ridges to verdant river valleys, this guide details 70 of the very best hiking trails in the state. Maps, mile-by-mile trail descriptions, backpacking tips, and informative details about landmarks and natural history. AHS

Download or read book Drop written by Emily Kate Moon and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A water ride like you've never experienced before, featuring the cutest drop of water in all of precipitation. Meet Drop. She's water! And she's seen a thing or two. Yep, even dinosaurs; she's four and a half billion years old, after all. Everywhere Drop flows--and she flows everywhere--she keeps things moving, making life on earth possible, and having a great time doing it. (Have you ever plummeted from a rain cloud? Or took a thousand-year nap in a glacier? Drop knows how to live right.) With delightful panache and a steady stream of funny one-liners, Drop takes readers on an adventure through the water cycle and beyond. Filled with irresistible artwork, funny asides, and a steady sprinkle of kid-enticing facts, Drop is the story about water you never knew you were thirsting for. "Splashy and original." —Kirkus "A stand out from others of its type." —SLC “An endearing, conversational introduction to the water cycle.” —PW

Download or read book Waterfalls of Virginia and West Virginia written by Randall Sanger and published by Best Waterfalls by State. This book was released on 2018-07 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and updated guidebook profiles more than 100 waterfalls in the states of Virginia and West Virginia, all scouted first-hand by expert local photographer Randall Sanger.

Download or read book Mushrooms of West Virginia and the Central Appalachians written by William C. Roody and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2014-10-17 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its dense forests and plentiful rainfall, West Virginia and the rest of the Central Appalachian region is an almost perfect habitat for hundreds of varieties of wild mushrooms. For the mushroom hunter, this vast bounty provides sheer delight and considerable challenge, for every outdoor excursion offers the chance of finding a mushroom not previously encountered. For both the seasoned mycologist and the novice mushroom hunter, Mushrooms of West Virginia and the Central Appalachians serves as a solid introduction s of the region. Some 400 species are described and illustrated with the author's own stunning color photographs, and many more are discussed in the text. Detailed mushroom descriptions assure confident identifications. Each species account includes remarks about edibility and extensive commentary to help distinguish similar species. A comprehensive glossary of specialized mycological terms is provided.

Download or read book Hollows Peepers and Highlanders written by George Constantz and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eclectic collection of essays exposes the natural conflicts that underlie the beauty and mystery of Appalachian life. The heart of the book explores the quirky, even bizarre, adaptations of selected Appalachian plants and animals -- violence among fireflies, sexual parasitism within frog choruses, and deception by flowers.

Download or read book Geohydrology and Ground water Quality of Southern Canaan Valley Tucker County West Virginia written by Mark D. Kozar and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Follow that Bottle written by Bridget Heos and published by Keeping Cities Clean. This book was released on 2016-07 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A child tosses a plastic bottle in a recycling bin and the story follows that plastic bottle to through the process of recycling until it becomes a new bottle again. Includes Recycle it Yourself activity and further resources.

Download or read book Water resources Investigations Report written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Scenic Driving West Virginia written by Su Clauson-Wicker and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scenic Driving West Virginia features twenty-five separate drives through the Mountain State, from rock ridges and gorges to springs, spas and rustic farms. An indispensable highway companion, Scenic Driving West Virginia includes route maps and in-depth descriptions of attractions.

Download or read book It Happened in West Virginia written by Rick Steelhammer and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-07-02 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It Happened in West Virginia takes readers on a rollicking, behind-the-scenes look at some of the characters and episodes from the Mountain State's storied past. Including both famous tales, and famous names--and little-known heroes, heroines, and happenings.

Download or read book Mineral Resources of the Dolly Sods Wilderness Area Grant Randolph and Tucker Counties West Virginia written by and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: