Download or read book Wildflowers of Glacier National Park written by Shannon Kimball and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wildflowers of Glacier National Park and Surrounding Areas is a user-friendly field guide with 400 of Glacier National Park's most common plant species. From wildflowers to trees to grasses and sedges, this book features: - vivid color photographs for each species - detailed descriptions for easy identification - notes on habitat and interesting facts for each plant One hundred additional plants have been added to the Second Edition of this book and the photographs have been updated for most species. Revised taxonomy reflects more recent research in systematics. It's a perfect plant reference for anyone with an interest in the natural history and splendor of Glacier National Park.
Download or read book Mountain Goats of Glacier National Park written by and published by Farcountry Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harada treks to the far reaches of Glacier National Park to document its iconic wild animal, the mountain goat. Harada has spent the last eighteen years studying and photographing these agile creatures, capturing rare and awe-inspiring images in each of Glacier's spectacular seasons. Experience the dramas that play out on the Park's knife-edge peaks among the Mountain Goats of Glacier National Park. Biologist and writer Kathleen Yale lends her sensitive and insightful writing to the book, detailing the fascinating behaviors of these unique animals, from the bliss of spring to the challenges of winter.
Download or read book Wildflowers of Montana written by Donald Anthony Schiemann and published by Mountain Press Publishing Company. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wildflowers of Montana, the first comprehensive wildflower field guide devoted entirely to Montana, is brimming with beautiful color photographs of more than 350 plant species. Plants are conveniently arranged by common family name, with a special section on flowering shrubs. Descriptive narratives provide identifying features and give the plant's range in Montana. Schiemann notes the location and month of each photograph so interested readers can visit the author's favorite sites at blooming time. With Wildflowers of Montana as your guide, you'll find the rare beauty, fringecup, in Glacier National Park; rock clematis at Crystal Lake in the Big Snowy Mountains south of Lewistown; and pygmy bitterroot in the Gravelly Range south of Ennis. A key of thumbnail photographs, arranged according to flower shape and color, helps readers locate wildflowers in the book. Contains 460 color photographs, 1 map, appendix, glossary, references, and index.
Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks written by Erik Molvar and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks features concise descriptions and easy-to-folow maps for twenty-eight short hikes through some of the most spectacular scenery in this natural wonderland. Look inside for:* Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures* Hikes for everyone, including families* Hikes ranked from easiest to most challenging* GPS coordinates for all trailheads
Download or read book Moon Glacier National Park written by Becky Lomax and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2017-06-13 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moon Travel Guides: Find Your Adventure Lush green parkland, jagged summits, and glacier-carved basins: forge your own path with Moon Glacier National Park. Inside you'll find: Flexible, strategic itineraries, ranging from one day in the park to a week-long road trip, designed for outdoor adventurers, families, road-trippers, and more The top experiences and unique ideas for exploring the park: Hike verdant valleys, meander fields of alpine wildflowers, and walk beneath frigid waterfalls and over scenic high passes. Go whitewater rafting, cast a line for wild trout into the Flathead River, or hop on a guided horseback ride. Drive or bike the Going-to-Sun-Road, take in views of peaks and glaciers, and spot wild moose or grizzlies roaming the mountainside. Spend a night in a historic lakeside lodge, or set up camp after a day of adventurous backcountry exploring Strategies for getting to Glacier and coverage of gateway cities and towns Expert tips for travelers looking to go hiking, biking, backpacking, fishing, rafting, and more, plus detailed hike descriptions with individual trail maps and backpacking options Valuable insight from seasoned explorer and Glacier local Becky Lomax including avoiding crowds, and exploring Glacier's less-visited areas Honest advice on when to go and where to stay inside the park, including hotels, campgrounds, hostels, and RV sites Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Up-to-date information on park fees, passes, and reservations, plus essential packing and health and safety information, including how to avoid encounters with grizzlies, mountain lions, and other common wildlife Recommendations for families, seniors, international visitors, travelers with disabilities, and traveling with pets Thorough background on the terrain, culture, and the park's history With Moon Glacier National Park's expert advice, myriad activities, and insider perspective, you can plan your trip your way. Hitting the surrounding states? Try Moon Montana & Wyoming or Moon Idaho. For full coverage of America's national parks, check out Moon USA National Parks: The Complete Guide to All 59 National Parks.
Download or read book Field Book of Western Wild Flowers written by Margaret Armstrong and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Field Book of Western Wild Flowers" by J. J. Thornber, Margaret Armstrong. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Download or read book Washington s Best Wildflower Hikes written by and published by Big Earth Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spokane-based author and award-winning photographer Charles Gurche has been capturing Washington's wonderland of wildflowers on film for years. In this practical guide, he now reveals his favorite places to witness the state's unparalleled floral shows. Through his detailed trail descriptions and gorgeous full-color images, Gurche spotlights the state's 50 best day hikes for wildflower viewing. These excursions, located throughout the state, enable hikers of all fitness levels to experience Washington's diverse backcountry at its finest -- and to identify its many colorful and intriguing wildflower species. Driving directions deliver hikers to each trailhead, and color maps illustrate the trail routes. Washington's Best Wildflower Hikes is the ultimate guide for outdoor enthusiasts who wish to discover where to go for their next wildflower trek, what trailside species they are likely to encounter, and when to catch Washington's floral gems in peak bloom. Book jacket.
Download or read book Going to the Sun Road written by C. W. Guthrie and published by Farcountry Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traveling Glacier National Park's Going to the Sun Road is an experience like no other. Laborers toiled for nearly 20 years to complete the 50-mile road that winds an impossible route through the heart of Glacier. One of the most scenic highways in the world, this marvel of engineering set the standard for all national parks. C. W. Guthrie tells the intriguing tale of the history and the construction of the epic Going-to-the-Sun Road. 60 color and black-and-white photographs.
Download or read book Northern Rocky Mountain Wildflowers written by H. Wayne Phillips and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-04-03 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Field guide to more than 300 wildflowers conveniently arranged for easy identification. Includes vibrant color photos and descriptions.
Download or read book Nature Guide to Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks written by Amy Grisak and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Glacier National Park, known as the "Crown of the Continent," is a stunningly beautiful mountain landscape adorned with glaciers and snowfields. Combined with its sister park, Waterton Lakes Park in southern Alberta, the two become Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, the first of its kind in the world. These wild places are the realm of the grizzly and the mountain goat, along with the diminutive pika and delicate, yet exceptionally hardy, wildflowers that put on a dazzling display in the short season between the months of snow. Visitors to Glacier and Waterton have a lot of questions about the native flora and fauna, and there isn’t a ranger around every corner to answer them. Nature Guide to Glacier and Waterton National Parks will be their handy resource to quickly identify over 200 animals and plants native to the parks. Conveniently sized to fit in a pocket, look inside for full-color images, detailed descriptions, useful park information, and much more as you explore the unique wildlife and nature of Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks.
Download or read book Yosemite Wildflowers written by Judy Breckling and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-03-01 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yosemite is one of the crown jewels of our national park system. Although the park is most famous for its magnificent peaks, domes, and waterfalls, it is also a treasure trove of wildflowers due to its incredible diversity of plant habitats and its extensive elevation range. This is the first comprehensive Yosemite wildflower guide that's small enough to fit in a book bag. The guide was designed to help people identify almost all the wildflowers that grow in Yosemite. The only flowering plant categories not included are grasses, sedges, and rushes, along with trees and shrubs that have inconspicuous flowers. Over a thousand species of wildflowers are covered in the book, either individually or in similar plants sections. The plants are organized first by flower color and then alphabetically by family. Flowering time, habitat, vegetation zone, and elevation range are provided, and interesting information is included for many of the plants. The book provides a glossary of botanical terms, a general index, and a family index. The family index lists all the plants covered in the book in alphabetical order by family.
Download or read book Rocky Mountain Wildflowers written by Jerry Pavia and published by Fulcrum Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This blooming guide features 95 wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains that will most likely be seen by visitors, and features quotes from early frontier explorers and naturalists who wrote about them. 177 photos. 8 maps.
Download or read book A Flora of Glacier National Park Montana written by Peter Lesica and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Flora of Glacier National Park provides a complete reference and field guide for amateur and professional botanists, naturalists, students, and wildflower enthusiasts. It offers an invaluable resource for any Park visitor seeking to better understand plant life in this region."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book Day Hikes Around the Flathead written by Stormy Good Monod and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes 99 day hikes in and around the Flathead Valley, notations regarding dog friendly trails, tips on how to make hiking more rewarding, trail distance in both miles and kilometers, and detailed topographic maps.
Download or read book Alpine Flowers of Mt Rainier written by Donovan Tracy and published by . This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Climb Glacier National Park Volume Three written by Blake Passmore and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-15 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume Three: The Northern Highline, Lake McDonald and Sperry Glacier Basin
Download or read book Wasatch Wildflowers written by Steve Hegji and published by Cedar Fort. This book was released on 2010 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nothing's more beautiful than a meadow full of wildflowers swaying in the mountain breeze, and with Wasatch Wildflowers you'll be able to appreciate that sight more than ever before. Experienced hiker and wildflower enthusiast Steve Hegji has scaled mountain heights to bring you this priceless collection of over 200 different flowers indigenous to the Wasatch Region, like Prince's Plume, Glacier Lily, and Wandering Daisy. with gorgeous full-color photos, you'll soon be able to find and identify each specimen as you learn fun facts about its name and history. Wasatch Wildflowers is an indispensible guide to recognizing the simple beauties all around you?sometimes even in your own backyard.
