Download or read book Winter Excursion Routes written by and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Winter Excursion Routes written by Pennsylvania Railroad and published by Rarebooksclub.com. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1900 edition. Excerpt: ...Ry................. to Lincolnton, Pennsylvania R. R.................... to Baltimore. Baltimore Steam Packet Co................ to Norfolk. Southern Ry........................ to Gastonia. Carolina & North Western Ry.............. to Lincolnlon. Returning by same route. THROUGH BATES. Located in the historic Shenandoah Valley, midway between Harrisburg and Roanoke, are the Luray Caverns, admittedly among the most wonderful examples of Nature's handiwork ever discovered. Here one finds himself immersed in gloom and surrounded on all sides by grotesque shapes which his excited fancy clothes with ghostly appearances. The entrance hall is a large compartment, supported by fluted columns, and adorned with snowy drapery and glittering stalactites. From this section avenues radiate to other portions of the cave. One leads to the Vegetable Garden, where the pendants assume the perfect form of vegetables; then through lesser rooms the way leads to the Fish Market, where the wall is hung with rows of fish, so natural in their likeness that the beholder is startled into a belief in their real existence. A succession of chambers, each named from some striking resemblance to wellkn0wn objects, and each tilled 'ith the curious creations of a subterranean world, are connected by passages which appear to have been carved by some giant hand; grottoes, adorned with the richest ornamentation; cascades of sparkling brilliancy; and forms and figures of infinite shape and variety inspire emotions of wonder, which grow with each new revelation. The Crystal Lake, with its flood of pellucid water; the Cathedral, with its silent organ; the Bridal Chamber, with its alabaster figures in trailing drapery; the Giant's Hall, with its glittering arches...
Download or read book Snowshoe Routes Washington written by Dan Nelson and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2003-08-14 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * A backcountry primer for winter hiking * Wide variety of locales and trips of various lengths throughout the state * 80+ diverse snowshoe trips for all levels of expertise * Most trips keyed to state-maintained Sno-Park lots No need to stop hiking when the snow flies-just switch to snowshoes and enjoy your favorite areas with fewer crowds. With today's high-tech equipment, snowshoeing can be just like walking. But finding a safe, rewarding route in all that snow requires a little help. This authoritative guide provides complete details on a prime selection of 81 diverse snowshoe routes. Choices range from easy, relatively level routes for beginners or families, on up to backcountry, less-defined routes that often include steep elevation gains or require winter-survival and basic mountaineering skills. Each route description includes vital access information, plus estimated time, elevation gain and loss, best time to go, and maps to carry. Introductory material includes information on equipment, technique, clothing, camping, avalanche awareness, and winter safety.
Download or read book Snowshoe Routes New England written by Diane Bair and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2006-08-09 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * 75 snowshoe routes in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine * Trails within driving distance of urban areas throughout New England, including Boston, Hartford, Providence, Burlington, Concord, and Portland * A handy trip-planning chart compares snowshoe routes by trail data and scenic highlights From the White Mountains in New Hampshire and Acadia National Park in Maine to the Berkshires in Massachusetts, the Northeast Kingdom in Vermont, and everything in-between, this new snowshoe guide offers snowshoe routes for people of all ages and abilities, from beginner to backcountry expert. Trips lead deep into snow-blanketed woods, past frozen waterfalls and lakes, up challenging peaks, and to scenic views only accessible by snowshoes. For each route, driving directions, level of difficulty, round-trip mileage, hiking time, and elevation gain are all noted. You'll also find helpful information on choosing the right snowshoes, what to wear, suggestions for safe winter driving, safety tips for backcountry snowshoeing, and much more.
Download or read book The White Pass written by Roy Minter and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the thousands they came, the gold-seekers of 1897, pouring through Alaska's White and Chilkoot passes on their way to the Klondike and to fortune. Fast behind them came the entrepreneurs, the bunco artists, and before long, the engineers and financiers whose driving ambition was to build a railway through the White Pass's rocky precipices. This is the epic northern adventure of the men who rushed for gold, the workers who toiled in winter storms and thaw-time muck, carving the grade and laying rail, and the ingenious characters who dreamed, schemed, promoted, and finally built the White Pass and Yukon Railway.
Download or read book Summer Excursion Routes written by and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Snowshoe Routes Northern California written by Marc Soares and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2002-08-22 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Snowshoeing is fun, easy, low-impact, and a great way to get in shape or stay in shape. It's also the perfect way to keep hiking throughout the winter months. From a moderate 3.6-mile snowshoeing trip to Andesite Peak in the Lake Tahoe region, to a 25-mile backcountry adventure, to meadows on the Lake Helen and Kings Creek Meadow route in Lassen Volcanic National Park-Soares offers winter hikes for Northern California showshoers of all abilities. All of the hikes have easy access to Interstate 5 and the main highways in the mountainous regions of Northern California. Includes an introduction to snowshoeing that explains how to find the right pair of snowshoes, how to layer clothing to stay warm and dry, equipment to bring on an outing, and snow safety. Soares provides information about how to evaluate snow so a snowshoer can make better decisions about where and when to go.
Download or read book Bruised Passports written by Savi Munjal and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2022-02-20 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As young kids, SAVI and VID, as they are popularly known to their followers, dreamt of travelling the world together. In 2013, they turned this dream into reality with the launch of their travel blog, BRUISED PASSPORTS. And now, countless flights, dreamy destinations and beautiful pictures later, the OG couple of travel has decided to reveal the secret of their carefree and footloose life. But this isn't just a book filled with dreamy stories of travel, people and culture; in these pages, Savi and Vid share their insights on how you, too, can live a life full of memories, adventure and the excitement of discovering a new place. With tips, plans and advice inspired by the hurdles and successes they have faced, Savi and Vid tell you how to be successful digital nomads in a post-pandemic world. From financial planning to, risk analysis, to taking that leap of faith, to how to create a brand of your own, BRUISED PASSPORTS promises to be a treasure trove for anyone who wants to take the plunge and set off on a journey to live life on their own terms.
Download or read book All Aboard the Polar Express written by and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2004 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Polar Express train visits the North Pole and passengers find out what the first gift of the season is going to be from Santa Claus.
Download or read book Winter Solstice written by Rosamunde Pilcher and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Winter Solstice Rosamunde Pilcher brings her readers into the lives of five very different people.... Elfrida Phipps, once of London's stage, moved to the English village of Dibton in hopes of making a new life for herself. Gradually she settled into the comfortable familiarity of village life -- shopkeepers knowing her tastes, neighbors calling her by name -- still she finds herself lonely. Oscar Blundell gave up his life as a musician in order to marry Gloria. They have a beautiful daughter, Francesca, and it is only because of their little girl that Oscar views his sacrificed career as worthwhile. Carrie returns from Austria at the end of an ill-fated affair with a married man to find her mother and aunt sharing a home and squabbling endlessly. With Christmas approaching, Carrie agrees to look after her aunt's awkward and quiet teenage daughter, Lucy, so that her mother might enjoy a romantic fling in America. Sam Howard is trying to pull his life back together after his wife has left him for another. He is without home and without roots, all he has is his job. Business takes him to northern Scotland, where he falls in love with the lush, craggy landscape and set his sights on a house. It is the strange rippling effects of a tragedy that will bring these five characters together in a large, neglected estate house near the Scottish fishing town of Creagan. It is in this house, on the shortest day of the year, that the lives of five people will come together and be forever changed. Rosamunde Pilcher's long-awaited return to the page will warm the hearts of readers both old and new. Winter Solstice is a novel of love, loyalty and rebirth.
Download or read book She Explores written by Gale Straub and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
Download or read book Winter Trails written by Warren Ohlrich and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The newest addition to Warren Ohlrich's collection of hiking books,Winter Trails, highlights cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and winter hiking in the Roaring Fork Valley. This winter trails guide lists and describes the many possibilities for both locals and visitors to enjoy the beauty of the area and to find routes for workouts or for getting away from the crowd. The guide clarifies which routes are best for skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, walking the dog, getting a workout, or just appreciating the scenic beauty. Details are given for getting to trailheads, for the appropriate trail maps, distances, elevations, potential dangers, and what to expect along the way.
Download or read book Winter Resorts Excursion Rates Routes and Timetables for the Information of Tourists Health and Pleasure Seekers written by St. Louis, Iron Mountain, and Southern Railway Company and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Snowshoe Routes written by Shea Andersen and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2001-08-20 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Oregon has experienced explosive growth in recreational snowshoeing over the past several years * Snowshoe Routes Washington sold over 10,000 copies * Many Oregon snowshoe routes begin and end in maintained Sno-Parks, facilitating accessibility throughout the winter Snowshoe Routes: Oregon is the state's first complete guide to this increasingly popular sport of snowshoeing. Routes range from beginner to backcountry, and the majority are easily accessible from the major cities of Portland, Eugene, and Bend. Included is information on snowshoe equipment and technique, clothing and footwear, winter safety, avalanche safety, and winter camping.
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Download or read book The Universal Guide of Standard Routes and Itineraries of Tourist Travel All Over the World written by Durrant Thorpe and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
