Download or read book Nature Walks on the Indiana Prairie written by Alan McPherson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "... highlights 29 outings that focus on the Indiana prairie, savanna and wetlands that are found in the Grand Prairie natural region. This guide book briefly describes the natural and social history of each nature walk. Accurate maps and detailed highway directions and trail descriptions help in planning your trips. Numerous color images of this unique region enhance the pages"--Page [4] of cover.
Download or read book Nature Walks in Northern Indiana written by Alfred Strickholm and published by J.L. Waters & Company. This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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 313 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 Hoosier Prairie Trail written by and published by . This book was released on 1985* with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nature Walks in the Indiana Dunes written by Alan McPherson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-06-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nature Walks in the Indiana Dunes highlights 25 outings that traverse an uncommon landscape along the south shore of Lake Michigan. The guidebook briefly describes the natural and social history of each walk. Accurate maps and detailed highway directions and trail descriptions help in planning your trips. Numerous color images of this unique region enhance the pages. The author has personally experienced each nature walk and has made a solid effort to provide up-to-date information in this handbook, making it the most comprehensive guide written about this spectacular place that is the Indiana Dunes.
Download or read book Nature Walks on Indiana s Northern Lake Plains written by Alan McPherson and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nature Walks in Around Bloomington Indiana written by Alan McPherson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-11-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bloomington, "The Gateway to Southern Indiana," is a lively university town and also Indiana's premier outdoor playground. The Bloomington area is home to some of the finest scenery in the state and the Midwest. Set in the midst of a myriad of parklands, the Bloomington area features a blend of walking opportunities, thanks to a collaboration of government, private agencies, organizations, and individuals. The nature walks herein range from popular neighborhood parks to remote wilderness trails. Highlights include cool shady forests, deep ravines, rocky bluffs, wildlife-rich wetlands, flower-filled prairies, creek-laced valleys, calm lakes, free-flowing rivers, gushing springs, cascading waterfalls and sweeping views. For the outdoor-oriented seeking feet-first experiences in south central Indiana, this unique guidebook identifies a wealth of trails that are yours to explore. Take this book and go!
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 Nature Walks in Southern Indiana written by Alan McPherson and published by Hoosier Chapter Sierra Club. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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 Nature in Chicagoland written by Andrew Morkes and published by . This book was released on 2021-06 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides more information on Nature Centers; Hiking Trails; Day & Weekend Road Trips; Kids Activities; Camping Spots; Birdwatching Hotspots; Bicycling Trails; Kayaking/Canoeing/Boating; Picnicking Spots; Fishing; Spring Wildflower Viewing; Fall Colors Viewing; Running/Exercise; Winter Activities Such as Snowshoeing, Ice Skating, Cross-Country Skiing, Sledding, and Ice Fishing; Local History; Self-Enrichment Classes and Other Opportunities; Geocaching; and other activities in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Also includes articles that provide advice on camping with kids, enjoying a successful snowshoeing adventure, and much more, as well as personal essays about gardening, enjoying nature with one's children, savoring the fall colors, and protecting the environment. Other resources include contact information for forest preserve districts, state departments of natural resources, and environmental and other nature-focused organizations.
Download or read book Hiking Indiana written by Phil Bloom and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-11-15 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic guide to hiking the Hoosier State, now updated and in full-color! 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. Enjoy the richly diverse offerings throughout the state, from Indiana Dunes National Seashore on Lake Michigan to the rolling hills of Brown County State Park, from the banks of the Wabash River to the Charles C. Deam Wilderness in Hoosier National Forest. Each featured hike includes detailed hike specs and descriptions, trailhead location, mile-by-mile directional cues, gorgeous full-color photography, and detailed maps throughout.
Download or read book Best Hikes Near Indianapolis written by Nick Werner and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-04-03 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include: Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as waterfalls and if it’s suitable for families with kids) Full-color photos throughout Information on the area’s history, geology, flora, and fauna Full-color maps of each trail
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Indianapolis written by Kat Green and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-05-01 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Indianapolis includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow trails, for an accessible range of abilities. This guide includes • Casual hikes to full-day adventures • After-dinner strolls to full-day hikes • Hikes for everyone, including families • Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps • GPS coordinates
Download or read book Five Star Trails Louisville and Southern Indiana written by Valerie Askren and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2013-02-05 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Known as the City of Parks, Louisville has long valued the natural landscape and the provisioning of outdoor recreation. In 1891 Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of American landscape architecture, was commissioned to develop an extensive park system for Louisville that eventually included 18 parks and 6 interconnecting parkways. Since that time, Louisville has continued to invest resources to build a first-class park system. Nestled within the Ohio Valley, and bordered by the knobs region to the south and the heavily forested areas of Indiana to the north, Louisville lies at the heart of an endless array of hiking opportunities. Five-Star Trails: Louisville showcases many of the hiking trails and walking paths within the city or within easy driving distance in central Kentucky and southern Indiana. Designed specifically for day trips, this book includes several of the area's most popular parks, as well as many of the lesser-known hiking trails in nature preserves, wildlife management areas, and national forests.
Download or read book Hiking Indiana written by Phil Bloom and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 2000 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 60 hikes, ranging from easy afternoon jaunts to multi-day backpack trips.
Download or read book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles Chicago written by Ted Villaire and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2012-08-07 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In addition to Chicago's numerous cultural and athletic activities, there are many excellent opportunities to explore Mother Nature's bounty. From the dunes of Lake Michigan to the hills and lakes of the northwest to the prairies of the south, hikers will find a trail to their liking in this updated edition of 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Chicago. Hikes were chosen for their scenic appeal, but they were also chosen for their historic attractions. The extensive key-at-a-glance information makes it a snap to choose a hike based on length, difficulty, and scenery. Helpful lists highlight the best hikes for children, for wildlife viewing, and other categories. Whether a long-time Chicago resident or vacationer to the area, this updated guide will make choosing the right hike easy and enjoyable.
