Download or read book A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indiana written by Steven Higgs and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2019-03-25 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The must-have field-guide for discovering the natural beauty of northern Indiana and "The Region" Beautiful and pristine, the natural areas of Indiana are perfect for nature lovers with a desire to explore. Featuring more than 140 beautiful color photos, A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indiana showcases the region's unique ecosystems and includes descriptions of the flora, fauna, geology, history, and recreational opportunities. For those who want excitement, there is information on hiking, camping, bird watching, horseback riding, boating, and more. Environmental writer and photographer Steven Higgs takes readers to the most exquisite natural areas across the region, including the JD Marshall underwater shipwreck preserve in Lake Michigan, the Indiana Dunes State Park, the Hoosier Prairie Nature Preserve, the Valparaiso Moraine, Spicer Lake, and many more. A must-have book for the explorer or nature lover, A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indianais the perfect resource for travelers who want to learn more about the region's distinctive natural heritage.
Download or read book A Guide to Natural Areas of Southern Indiana written by Steven Higgs and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2016-04-20 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The must-have field-guide for discovering the natural beauty of southern Indiana A Guide to Natural Areas of Southern Indiana is the first comprehensive and fully illustrated guidebook for nature lovers who want to explore the wild and natural areas of southern Indiana by trail, water, or road. Featuring 95 beautiful color photos and 5 maps, it provides ideas for a lifetime of fun and exploration, and makes planning easy by including directions to the areas, offering suggestions on what to do when you arrive, and what you will find when you explore. Environmental writer and photographer, Steven Higgs highlights each site's unique natural characteristics and history with additional facts, anecdotes, and observations. Higgs directs readers to the very best locations in southern Indiana for bird and game watching, fishing and boating, hiking and camping, and more. Come and explore the natural areas that represent southern Indiana wilderness at its pristine best!
Download or read book Indiana written by Pat Ryan and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Indiana proudly calls itself the ÒCrossroads of AmericaÓ and ÒMain Street of the Midwest.Ó Both historically and in modern times, the stateÕs central location has served the travel of people and goods by road, rail, and water. Move through IndianaÕs history, wildlife, landmarks, and more in this introductory title.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Indiana State Parks written by Nathan D. Strange and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2018-03-14 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are looking for a weekend hike in the woods, a family outing, or great locations to study the local flora and fauna, Indiana state parks provide something for everyone. Visiting all 25 state parks in Indiana, Nathan Strange and Matt Williams profile and photograph the features that make Indiana parks beautiful and unique. Each park profile includes an engaging history of the park's origins and interviews with dedicated staff members about their favorite landscapes, wildlife, and adventures available in each park. This complete guidebook also offers extensive descriptions of the best park trails, along with the authors' hiking experiences, helpful maps, and directions. Featuring 109 exquisite full-color photographs and inside facts, The Complete Guide to Indiana State Parks is a must-have for every Hoosier and visitor to the state.
Download or read book Weird Indiana written by Mark Marimen and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the places in Indiana where tourists usually don't venture-- it's chock-full of oddball curiosities, ghostly places, local legends, crazy characters, cursed roads, and peculiar roadside attractions.
Download or read book Indiana Travel Guide A Journey to the Heart of the Hoosier State USA eBook written by Baktash Vafaei and published by StateGuides. This book was released on with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Indiana Revealed: A Journey to the Heart of the Hoosier State A trip to the heart of the Hoosier State is an invitation to an exciting journey of discovery through an often overlooked treasure in the heart of the United States. This book takes you deep into the fabric of Indiana, the so-called "Hoosier State", and reveals the many facets of this fascinating state. Your journey begins by exploring Indiana's roots, from the original Native Americans to the early European settlers. You'll understand the history and culture of this region and how they made Indiana what it is today. Indiana boasts stunning scenery that ranges from vast fields and forested hills to picturesque lakes and rivers. This book takes you on a journey through Indiana's natural beauty, including the awe-inspiring Lake Michigan, the Hoosier National Forest, and many state parks ideal for hiking and exploring. Likewise, you'll get to know Indiana's cities and towns, from the bustling cityscapes of Indianapolis and Fort Wayne to the charming small towns that characterize the Hoosier State. Indiana's diversity is also evident in its eclectic cultural scene, where you can experience art, music, festivals, and culinary delights. A trip to the heart of Hoosier State will take you to a deeper level as you immerse yourself in the state's stories and storytellers. You will understand the heritage of the Hoosiers and learn what makes these people stand out. Finally, this book offers an aerial perspective as you can see Indiana from above and enjoy the scenic beauty from a bird's eye view.
Download or read book Exploring Indiana s Museums written by Paul R. Wonning and published by Mossy Feet Books. This book was released on 2021-03-10 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the rich historical heritage of Indiana using this comprehensive directory of the state's diverse assortment of musuems. Exploring Indiana's Museums includes the complete book, Short History of Museums, as well as a history of the Indiana State Museum and its State Historic Sites. The Short History of Museums relates the history of the ancient museums and includes a listing of the world's leading museums. This guide in an invaluable aid to homeschool parents on a quest to educate their children in the history and culture of Indiana. The guide includes history, art, train, fire department, children's and many other types of musuems. At the time of this book’s publishing Indiana had approximately 348 museums located in most of its counties. history, Local, guide, sites, directory, historic, homeschool
Download or read book Indiana written by Betsy Rathburn and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2021-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From its beautiful landscape to its fun celebrations, there is a lot to discover in Indiana! This title uses fact-filled text and colorful images to introduce the history, culture, and industry of the Hoosier State. Special features highlight the state’s landforms and cities, introduce Native American tribes, show off an animal species, introduce a tasty recipe, and more. Find out all that Indiana has to offer in this informative title!
Download or read book The Year We Left Home written by Jean Thompson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-02-07 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A "New York Times" bestseller and a National Book Award finalist, "The Year We Left Home" chronicles the lives of the Erickson family as the children come of age in 1970's and '80's America.
Download or read book Indiana written by Amy Van Zee and published by . This book was released on 2010-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents basic information about the geography, wildlife, people, history, and customs of the state of Indiana.
Download or read book Hiking Indiana written by Phil Bloom and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by award-winning outdoor editor and author Phil Bloom, this guide includes more than 70 hikes, ranging from easy afternoon jaunts to multi-day backpack trips.
Download or read book What s Great about Indiana written by Candice Ransom and published by Lerner Publications ™. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's so great about Indiana? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Hoosier State! We'll explore Indiana's fascinating caves, popular parks, exciting museums, and rich history. The Indiana by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Indiana.
Download or read book Wild Indiana written by Michael Habeck and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-17 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like its predecessor, the second edition of Wild Indiana is a highly personal guide to some of our state's finest outdoor destinations. There really are beaches, prairies, old growth forest, and striking rock formations scattered around Indiana. This book will show you how to go and see many of those places and give you some idea of what you might experience once you get there.Included are brief profiles of about 220 destinations, 344 maps, 70 illustrations, innumerable facts, and more than a few opinions formed during thirty-plus years of exploring Indiana. Each destination profile includes GPS coordinates, detailed driving directions, a finder map, and a brief narrative description. Trail sketches accompany more than 120 of the destination accounts.Wild Indiana is a sampler, not a complete directory of the state's natural areas. Thankfully, Indiana has so many interesting destinations that a person might wish for several lifetimes just to explore them all, and numerous organizations are constantly adding to the inventory. It's a wonderful problem to have. Take advantage of it!
Download or read book Indiana Travel Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The complete travel guide for Indiana written by and published by YouGuide Ltd. This book was released on with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At YouGuide™, we are dedicated to bringing you the finest travel guides on the market, meticulously crafted for every type of traveler. Our guides serve as your ultimate companions, helping you make the most of your journeys around the world. Our team of dedicated experts works tirelessly to create comprehensive, up-todate, and captivating travel guides. Each guide is a treasure trove of essential information, insider insights, and captivating visuals. We go beyond the tourist trail, uncovering hidden treasures and sharing local wisdom that transforms your travels into extraordinary adventures. Countries change, and so do our guides. We take pride in delivering the most current information, ensuring your journey is a success. Whether you're an intrepid solo traveler, an adventurous couple, or a family eager for new horizons, our guides are your trusted companions to every country. For more travel guides and information, please visit www.youguide.com
Download or read book Indiana Facts and Symbols written by Bill McAuliffe and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2003 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information about the state of Indiana, its nickname, motto, and emblems.
Download or read book Habitats and Ecological Communities of Indiana written by John O. Whitaker, Jr. and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2012-07-11 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Habitats and Ecological Communities of Indiana, leading experts assess the health and diversity of Indiana's eight wildlife habitats, providing detailed analysis, data-generated maps, color photographs, and complete lists of flora and fauna. This groundbreaking reference details the state's forests, grasslands, wetlands, aquatic systems, barren lands, and subterranean systems, and describes the nature and impact of two man-made habitats—agricultural and developed lands. The book considers extirpated and endangered species alongside invasives and exotics, and evaluates floral and faunal distribution at century intervals to chart ecological change.
