Download or read book Oregon s Wilderness Areas written by and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 2003-02 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the towering volcanic peaks of the Three Sisters Wilderness to the Wild and Scenic Snake River winding through Hells Canyon, from the Timberline Trail around Mount Hood to the gorges of Steens Mountain, this detailed guide takes you to outdoor adventures in both the famous and lesser-known of Oregon's Wilderness Areas. Learn about the natural, human, and geological history of these protected lands; climate; flora and fauna; and ongoing preservation efforts. Whether day-hiking or backpacking, cross-country skiing or boating, this book will help you to explore the variety of activities and natural treasures within Oregon's 40 designated Wilderness Areas. Also included are full descriptions of Oregon Cascades Recreation Area and Crater Lake National Park, not official Wilderness Areas but still major Cascade wildlands. In Oregon's Wilderness Areas: The Complete Guide, ecologist, writer, and photographer George Wuerthner brings the state's diverse wildlands together into one comprehensive, pack-along guidebook. Book jacket.
Download or read book Atlas of Oregon Wilderness written by William L. Sullivan and published by Navillus Press. This book was released on 2009-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the addition of 200,000 more acres designated by Congress as Oregon wilderness in 2009, use this as a planning guide to explore new areas and old favorites from The Three Sisters and Mount Hood to Eagle Cap and Steens Mountain. This is a complete guide to Oregon's backcountry.
Download or read book Oregon Wilderness Statewide written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Oregon s Ancient Forests written by Chandra LeGue and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2019-05-30 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sales benefit Oregon Wild, a leading advocate for the region’s most precious wilderness areas Natural history, ecology, flora, and fauna--fascinating to hikers and non-hikers alike Oregon’s Ancient Forests is a guidebook with a purpose: to inspire readers to learn about and visit Oregon’s rapturous old-growth forests, and then love them enough to keep them protected. Not just for hikers, this Oregon Wild– sponsored guide explains where the forests are and who manages them, the threats they face, and an action plan for protecting what remains and restoring damaged forests so they may become the ancient forests of the future. Author Chandra LeGue discusses forest ecology, flora, and fauna and also details 91 of her favorite hikes across the state. Each hike features: Trailhead GPS coordinates and driving directions Trail distance, elevation gain, difficulty level, and best season to visit Type and protection status of the forest Full-color maps and photos
Download or read book Central Oregon Wilderness Areas written by Donna Ikenberry Aitkenhead and published by Touchstone Press. This book was released on 1994-09-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 41 beautiful short to long hikes in these wilderness areas: Cummins Creek, Diamond Peak, Drift Creek, Menagerie, Mt. Washington, Rock Creek, Three Sisters, Waldo Lake.
Download or read book Exploring Oregon s Wild Areas written by William L. Sullivan and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique, comprehensive guide is the resource for enjoying Oregon's distinct recreation destinations. Over 65 wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, nature preserves, and state parks are described in detail to help you decide where to go and what to do. Whether you choose to explore northeastern canyons, southwestern sand dunes, or points in between, use the background on climate, geology, history, wildlife, and tips on treading lightly to enhance your visit. The outstanding maps and photos are handy, too!
Download or read book Hiking Oregon s Eagle Cap Wilderness written by Fred Barstad and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-05-20 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lace up your boots and head into Oregon's remote Wallowa Mountains. Explore this wonderland of more than fifty glacial lakes, miles of streams designated as National Wild and Scenic Rivers, hundreds of soaring peaks, and open meadows with elk, deer, bighorn sheep, coyote, black bear, and cougar.Climb Aneroid, Chief Joseph, and Matterhorn Mountains; hike the Eagle River, Cliff Creek, and Deadman Canyon; or visit Razz, Blue, and Bonny Lakes. Veteran hiker and outdoor writer Fred Barstad will introduce you to these trails and many more. Inside you'll find: up-to-date trail information; maps, photos, and elevation profiles; information on bears and cougars; difficulty, maintenance, and traffic ratings for each hike; access information to the Dihedrals climbing area.Whether you are planning a day hike or an extended backpacking trip, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest in Oregon's Eagle Cap Wilderness.
Download or read book Exploring Oregon s Wild Areas written by William L. Sullivan and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 1994 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New edition of an idea-filled guide. Includes both general and specific information, as well as maps and b&w photos. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
Download or read book Discover the National Forests of Oregon written by United States. Forest Service. Pacific Northwest Region and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Oregon Wild written by Andy Kerr and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2004 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the aid of 40 maps based on new research and stunning color photographs, a noted conservation advocate describes the small fraction of wild forests that remain intact.
Download or read book Wilderness Additions in Alaska New Mexico Oregon and Washington written by United States. Congress. Senate. Interior and Insular Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Discovering Oregon s Wilderness Areas written by Donna Lynn Ikenberry and published by Frank Amato Publications. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This all-color hiking guide features 100 of the finest walks found in Oregon's designated wilderness areas. Each wilderness is explained as to its history, outstanding features, accessibility. Hiking trails have been carefully selected for beauty and rated for exertion. Over 200 color photographs!
Download or read book Hiking Southern Oregon written by Art Bernstein and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over 90 hikes in the Southern Cascades and Siskiyou Mountain Range, this book is easily the most comprehensive guide available for Southern Oregon's diverse hiking opportunities. Explore the Mount Thielsen, Sky Lakes, Mountain Lakes, Red Buttes, and Wild Rogue Wilderness Areas, and much more. This guide also covers all trails in Crater Lake National Park. Complete with maps, elevation profiles, and clear, informative hike narratives, this book is bound to be the standard against which all other guides for the area are judged.
Download or read book Oregon Wilderness written by United States. Bureau of Land Management and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Development in Lincoln County Nevada Designate Wilderness in Oregon and Restoration of Appropriation Forest Cover on Forest Land written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Oregon Omnibus Wilderness Act written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on Parks and Recreation and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mount Hood National Forest written by Cheryl Hill and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2014-03-17 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mount Hood National Forest is the closest national forest to Portland and encompasses the northern end of Oregons Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River Gorge. Established in 1908 as the Oregon National Forest and renamed the Mount Hood National Forest in 1924, it now consists of more than a million acres. The forest is home to Oregons tallest mountain, as well as eight designated wilderness areas covering more than 300,000 acres. The forest is also the site of the historic Timberline Lodge and old Barlow Road, the final leg of the Oregon Trail. Thousands of visitors come to the forest every year for camping, hiking, mountain climbing, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and other recreational pursuits.
