Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Central New York s Leatherstocking Country Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Bill Bowers and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2010-06-14 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich in Native American and Revolutionary War history, New York State’s Leatherstocking Country is a hiker’s paradise, blessed with a scenic rural landscape and abundant flora and fauna. Longtime central New York residents and avid hikers Bill and Eileen Bowers guide you through some of the best hiking opportunities in central New York, from the eastern shore of Lake Ontario and the Syracuse region to the Southern Tier, the northern Catskills, the Erie Canalway Trail, and much more. The hikes in this addition to in Countryman’s acclaimed Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes series range in length and difficulty from half-mile nature trails suitable for families with children to strenuous daylong treks across rough terrain. A “Hikes at a Glance” table makes it easy to choose hikes for every interest and ability level. Each hike description includes mile-by-mile directions, information on hiking time, mileage, and trail conditions, as well as knowledgeable commentary on the natural and human history you’ll encounter along the way.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in Central New York s Leatherstocking Country written by Bill Bowers and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2010-06-14 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rich in Native American and Revolutionary War history, New York State’s Leatherstocking Country is a hiker’s paradise, blessed with a scenic rural landscape and abundant flora and fauna. Longtime central New York residents and avid hikers Bill and Eileen Bowers guide you through some of the best hiking opportunities in central New York, from the eastern shore of Lake Ontario and the Syracuse region to the Southern Tier, the northern Catskills, the Erie Canalway Trail, and much more. The hikes in this addition to in Countryman’s acclaimed Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes series range in length and difficulty from half-mile nature trails suitable for families with children to strenuous daylong treks across rough terrain. A “Hikes at a Glance” table makes it easy to choose hikes for every interest and ability level. Each hike description includes mile-by-mile directions, information on hiking time, mileage, and trail conditions, as well as knowledgeable commentary on the natural and human history you’ll encounter along the way.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley Hikes and Walks from Westchester County to Albany Second Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Stella Green and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2008-05-05 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised and updated throughout, with 10 new hikes. This bestselling hiking guide reveals 50 hikes and walks from the East Hudson Highlands to Rockland County and Harriman Park, to the West Hudson Hills, to the Catskills, the Shawangunks, and more. Green and Zimmerman are expert guides to this region rich in history, culture, and lore. The outings range from short walks to hikes of 14 miles in length, and most are within a two-hour drive of New York City. An at-a-glance chart makes choosing a hike simple, and each hike features a detailed topographic map, driving directions, mileage and elevation rise, and a comprehensive trail description—with fascinating commentary on the human and natural history you'll encounter along the way.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley Hikes and Walks from Westchester County to Albany County Third Edition written by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2014-04-28 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This completely-revised guide to hiking the Hudson River Valley reveals 50 walks and hikes from Westchester County to Albany County. Still the bestselling hiking guide to the region, this new edition features hikes that offer some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley—vistas that inspired the Hudson River School of painting and are today no less wild and pristine. Most hikes are within 2 hours of New York City.
Download or read book 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley 4th Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breathtaking, mountainous getaways just a quick trip out of NYC Only a short distance outside of the bustling metropolis that is the Big Apple, the lower Hudson Valley offers views of rolling green hills, jagged cliffs, and bubbling bodies of water, while hikers can also observe the Manhattan skyline off in the distance. With hikes of all types and difficulties from lower Westchester County to the Shawangunks, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley has something for hikers of every experience level. Each hike provides a difficulty rating, approximate walking time, distance, vertical rise, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates outlined at the beginning of the chapter, and provides tips and suggestions for getting to the trail, resting, and observing views throughout the hike. Whether the reader is heading to the nature center and wildflower sanctuary at Teatown Lake Reservation, trekking through dense woods and observing interesting boulders on the Breakneck Mountain Loop, or taking in the spectacular views of mighty Storm King, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley is the ideal guide.
Download or read book Secret Places of Western New York 25 Scenic Hikes written by Bruce Kershner and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2022-04-01 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover secret and scenic day hikes within a day’s drive of Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Secret Places of Western New York: 25 Scenic Hikes is more than a trail guide. Hidden in these pages, you’ll uncover what makes these hikes special enough to be a Secret Place. Both lifetime locals and visitors to the region will be guided to the best paths and trails throughout the Niagara, Buffalo, Rochester, and Southern Tier regions. Hike to grottos where the only sound is the trickle of water, crawl through hidden caves, commune with nature in ancient forests, stumble upon tucked away treasures like lonely graves, splash on secluded beaches and creeks, admire towering waterfalls, and if you dare, step under the cascade yourself. Find historical carvings on rocks and trees that many walk past but never see, and be awestruck when ice volcanoes erupt on the shores of Lake Erie. These outdoor adventures appeal to a range of abilities, with most hikes accessible for the whole family. Co-authors Jennifer Hillman and William McKeever have teamed up with Bruce Kershner’s literary estate to encourage the next generation of explorers to discover 25 compelling secret and not-so-secret scenic day hikes within Western New York. Go take a hike!
Download or read book 50 Hikes in Central New York written by William P. Ehling and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides descriptions, distances, difficulty, and points of interest for trails in the western Adirondack regions
Download or read book Hiking New York written by Randi Minetor and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2024-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated guidebook features seventy-five of the best trails the Empire State has to offer--from the 4,000-foot peaks of the Adirondacks and the lore of Rip Van Winkle's Catskills, to the glacier-gouged landscape of the Finger Lakes region. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs and descriptions, trailhead location and GPS coordinates, mile-by-mile directional cues, gorgeous full-color photography, and a detailed map.
Download or read book Fifty Hikes in Central New York written by William Philip Ehling and published by Countryman Press. This book was released on 1984 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley written by New York-New Jersey Trail Conference and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breathtaking, mountainous getaways just a quick trip out of NYC Only a short distance outside of the bustling metropolis that is the Big Apple, the lower Hudson Valley offers views of rolling green hills, jagged cliffs, and bubbling bodies of water, while hikers can also observe the Manhattan skyline off in the distance. With hikes of all types and difficulties from lower Westchester County to the Shawangunks, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley has something for hikers of every experience level. Each hike provides a difficulty rating, approximate walking time, distance, vertical rise, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates outlined at the beginning of the chapter, and provides tips and suggestions for getting to the trail, resting, and observing views throughout the hike. Whether the reader is heading to the nature center and wildflower sanctuary at Teatown Lake Reservation, trekking through dense woods and observing interesting boulders on the Breakneck Mountain Loop, or taking in the spectacular views of mighty Storm King, 50 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley is the ideal guide.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide 50 Best Hikes in New England Day Hikes from the Forested Lowlands to the White Mountains Green Mountains and more written by Marty Basch and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2014-06-02 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No matter where you are in the great Northeast, there are bound to be excellent walking trails. No matter where you are in the great Northeast, there are bound to be excellent walking trails. This collection of 50 of New England’s can’t-miss hikes takes you from the relatively flat lands and easy rambles of Rhode Island to prime hiking real estate in Connecticut; from challenging terrain in the Pioneer Valley and Berkshires of Massachusetts to breathtaking seaside treks in Maine’s Acadia National Park. Find great hikes to the heights of New Hampshire's White Mountains and over to the verdant Green Mountains of Vermont—all the best hikes in New England are no more than a few hours from each other, so you'll want to keep this guide close at hand.
Download or read book Fishing the Finger Lakes written by J. Michael Kelly and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An insider's look at the where, when, and how of fishing these fabled waters of central NY state. Covers all eleven of the Finger Lakes, plus their major tributary rivers and streams, along with significant smaller lakes and ponds of the region. The book details where to fish for selected species, gives seasonal tips on when the fishing is best, and covers tackle and technique.
Download or read book The Catskill Park written by Norman James Van Valkenburgh and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 200 Waterfalls in Central Western New York written by Rich Freeman and published by Footprint Press, Inc.. This book was released on 2002 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique map-filled guidebook that shows you where to find waterfalls and when to visit them for best viewing. Written by Rich and Sue Freeman, the indexed book includes nearly 40 photos. Some waterfalls can be viewed during an effortless drive-by, while others require a more challenging hike. All of them offer new adventures for folks who appreciate the region's natural beauty.
Download or read book Official Boy Scout Handbook written by William Hillcourt and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Boy Scouts Handbook The First Edition 1911 written by Boy Scouts Of America and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-06-12 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step back in time and discover the foundations of scouting with the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook," published by the Boy Scouts of America in 1911. This iconic handbook lays the groundwork for scouting principles and practices that have guided generations of young adventurers. As you delve into the pages of this historic handbook, you'll uncover a wealth of timeless wisdom and practical advice for outdoor living, survival skills, and character development. From knot tying to campfire cooking, each chapter is packed with essential knowledge for scouts of all ages. But here's the fascinating question that will pique your curiosity: What insights can we glean from the early days of scouting, and how have scouting principles evolved over time? Explore the origins of scouting and discover how its values continue to shape the lives of young people around the world. Delve into the rich history of scouting as the Boy Scouts of America share their vision for building character, instilling leadership, and fostering a spirit of service. Through anecdotes, illustrations, and practical tips, experience the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that defines the scouting movement. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the early days of scouting and uncover the timeless principles that continue to inspire scouts today? Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the "Boy Scouts Handbook," first edition, and rediscover the joys of outdoor exploration, self-reliance, and community service. Let the spirit of scouting ignite your passion for adventure and discovery. Join the ranks of scouts past and present who have embraced the values of scouting and carried its principles into their lives. Start your journey with the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook" today! Experience the legacy of scouting firsthand. Purchase your copy of the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook" now and discover the timeless wisdom that continues to inspire scouts of all ages.
Download or read book River of Words written by Nina Shengold and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2010-08-01 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An intimate group portrait of contemporary Hudson Valley writers.
