Download or read book Alaska s Inside Passage Wildlife Viewing Guide written by Riley Woodford and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Alaska Wildlife Viewing Guide written by Michelle Sydeman and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 1996 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Where-to guide to 68 viewing sites of the best locations to watch wildlife including mammals and birds in their natural environment. Offical field guide of the Watchable Wildlife Series.
Download or read book Alaska Wildlife Viewing Guide written by Michelle Sydeman and published by Falcon Guides. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Alaska Inside Passage Adventure Set written by Waterford Press and published by . This book was released on 2016-03-15 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Alaska Inside Passage Adventure Set consists of a Pocket Naturalist Guide and National Geographic Map, ideal, lightweight references to take hiking or driving through this spectacular region. Waterford's folding, pocket-sized Alaska Wildlife guide is a beautifully illustrated reference to over 140 familiar and unique species of animals ranging from whales to seashore creatures. National Geographic's Adventure Travel Map is a waterproof, tear-resistant map to the region that provides detailed information on roadways, topography and points of interest.
Download or read book The Nature of Southeast Alaska written by Richard Carstensen and published by Graphic Arts Books. This book was released on 2014-03-03 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Unlike the standard nature guides that explain how to recognize common animals, Nature stresses the web of interrelationships that link the regional flora and fauna. This affectionate examination of some of North America’s most spectacular surviving old-growth forests will delight backpackers and armchair naturalists.” —Los Angeles Times Book Review Everything you ever wanted to know about the flora and fauna of Southeast Alaska is contained in the third edition of this lively field guide to the natural world, from bears to banana slugs, mountains to murrelets. The authors, who are both Alaskan residents and biologists, combine scientific research with personal experiences to make a definitive field guide for residents of or visitors to Southeast Alaska. The unique features of the book include: In-depth information about how wildlife coexists with the environment Detailed discussions of mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, fungi, and plants Detailed map of wilderness areas in Southeast Alaska More than 200 black-and-white illustrations A bibliography, list of common and scientific names, and an index New to this edition: More than 100 new illustrations, many never before published, as well as new maps and photos Major expansion of sections on geology, old-growth forests, marine mammals, and amphibians Fifty-two new sidebars—written in the first person to give the text a more personal touch—that describe recent findings or experiences. Sweeping updates and elaborations to chapter narratives—often thanks to technology unknown in 1992. In-depth guide to Southeast Alaska’s flora and fauna; more than an identification manual, Nature explores how the species and habitats encountered in the woods and waters of Southeast Alaska fit into the bigger picture.
Download or read book Alaska s Southeast written by Mike Miller and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2008-05-13 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the rich landscape and scenic beauty of Alaska's Inside Passage, including Skagway, Haines, Juneau, Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell, and Ketchikan. Alaska's Southeast details the region's history, culture, geography, and flora and fauna. It also provides extensive information on when to go, what to bring, how to get there and how to get around, where to eat, and where to stay. With more than 10 million acres of forest, 1,000 islands, 10,000 miles of shoreline, 50 to 70 major glaciers, and thousands of brown bears and eagles, Alaska's Southeast offers much to be explored.
Download or read book Adventure Guide Inside Passage Coastal Alaska written by Ed Readicker-Henderson and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2005-10 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook details the history, culture, geography and climate of the Inside Passage and Coastal Alaska. It includes places to stay and eat, sightseeing, land, sea and air tours, nature watching and town walks.
Download or read book A Shape in the Dark written by Bjorn Dihle and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2021-02-15 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In A Shape in the Dark, wilderness guide and lifelong Alaskan Bjorn Dihle weaves personal experience with historical and contemporary accounts to explore the world of brown bears--from encounters with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, frightening attacks including the famed death of Timothy Treadwell, the controversies related to bear hunting, the animal’s place in native cultures, and the impacts on the species from habitat degradation and climate change. Much more than a report on human-bear interactions, this compelling story intimately explores our relationship with one of the world’s most powerful predators. An authentic and thoughtful work, it blends outdoor adventure, history, and elements of memoir to present a mesmerizing portrait of Alaska’s brown bears and grizzlies, informed by the species’ larger history and their fragile future.
Download or read book Adventure Guide to Coastal Alaska and the Inside Passage written by Ed Readicker-Henderson and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2009-10-24 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ... [offers] a bountiful amount of concise information... goes beyond the usual sights to present lesser-known options. Maps embellish the down-to-earth text. Prodigy Travel Board. The ideal traveling companion, and a wonderful book for the armchair traveler. Midwest Book Review. ... packs in fine details. Reviewer's Bookwatch. Highly recommended... Library Journal. The focus of this book is the Alaska Marine Highway, which serves as a lifeline for many coastal communites in Alaska. This ferry system - a total of nine boats - links tiny coastal communites and large cities alike. It runs from Washington, up the Inside Passage, all the way to the Aleitians in the far north, a total of 3,500 miles. The Adventure Guide to The Inside Passage & Coastal Alaska follows this route, telling you everything you need to know about the ships themselves, the sights and the towns. Tours on land - flightseeing, kayaking, canoeing, boating - are covered. The book is targeted at anyone traveling in this region, not just those taking the ferry, and has full information on what to see and do in each town, where to stay and eat and how to get out of town. Extensive details about wildlife, including the best places to see some, and how to be an eco-conscious traveler.
Download or read book Alaska Interlink Traveller s Wildlife Guides written by Dennis Paulson and published by Interlink Books. This book was released on 2024-03-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book you will find all the information you will need to find, identify, and learn about Alaska's magnificent animal life. Alaska has both vast wilderness tracts and a modern transportation system, making eco-travelling in the state easy as well as exciting. From the broad expanses of tundra in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the rich seabird colonies of the Bering Sea to the glacier-bedecked snowy mountains and magnificent forests of the Southeast, wildlife viewing opportunities abound. In this book is all the information you will need to find, identify, and learn about Alaska's magnificent animal life. Identifying and location information on the most frequently seen animals. Full-color illustrations of more than 320 of Alaska's most common marine invertebrates, insects, amphibians, fishes, birds, and mammals. Up-to-date information on the ecology, behavior, and conservation of the animals. Information on Alaska's habitats and on the most common plants you will encounter. Brief descriptions of Alaska's most frequently visited parks and reserves. Easy to carry, entertainingly written, beautifully illustrated—you will want to have this book as constant companion on your journey.
Download or read book Alaska Traveller s Wildlife Guides written by Dennis Paulson and published by Interlink Books. This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alaska has both vast wilderness tracts and a modern transportation system, making eco-travelling in the state easy as well as exciting. From the broad expanses of tundra in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the rich seabird colonies of the Bering Sea to the glacier-bedecked snowy mountains and magnificent forests of the Southeast, wildlife viewing opportunities abound. In this book is all the information you will need to find, identify, and learn about Alaska's magnificent animal life. -- Identifying and location information on the most frequently seen animals. -- Full-color illustrations of more than 320 of Alaska's most common marine invertebrates, insects, amphibians, fishes, birds, and mammals. --Up-to-date information on the ecology, behavior, and conservation of the animals. -- Information on Alaska's habitats and on the most common plants you will encounter. -- Brief descriptions of Alaska's most frequently visited parks and reserves. Easy to carry, entertainingly written, beautifully illustrated—you will want to have this book as constant companion on your journey.
Download or read book Cruiser Friendly Guide to Alaska s Inside Passage written by Terry Breen and published by . This book was released on 2010-11-15 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From wildlife to points of interest, who else but Terry Breen could write such a practical guide to enhance your on-board cruise experience? No other author has nineteen years of experience working on the most prestigious cruise ships at sea. Speaking to hundreds of thousands of guests each year her unique insight and understanding is captured in these beautiful, entertaining, and informative guides that will become an indispensable companion during your next cruise. Inside you will find excellent tips and answers to the most frequently asked questions plus detailed maps to help you truly appreciate where you are and what you are seeing.
Download or read book Alaska s Kenai Peninsula written by Andromeda Romano-Lax and published by Alaska Northwest Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to the Kenai Penisula. Enjoy mountain peaks and blue glaciers, rushing rivers and aquamarine lakes, coastal islands, abundant wildlife, and king-size salmon.
Download or read book Alaska 95 written by Fodor's and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 1994-12-27 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to America's last frontier provides practical information on accommodations, restaurants, national parks, and wilderness areas, as well as ratings of all ships cruising to Alaska and essays on Alaskan history.
Download or read book Alaska and the Inside Passage written by Larry Pannell and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-25 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are considering a trip or a cruise to Alaska and the Inside Passage this book was written with you in mind. I have been to Alaska and the Inside Passage and its ports of call over 100 times providing an insider's perspective. This book is designed not only as a travel guide but a coffee table book with over 3 dozen large format photographs.
Download or read book Birds of Alaska Field Guide written by Stan Tekiela and published by Adventure Publications. This book was released on 2023-05-09 with total page 743 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identify Alaska birds with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. Make bird-watching in Alaska even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This handy book features 156 species of Alaska birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 156 species: Only Alaska birds! Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This second edition includes new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab the Birds of Alaska Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.
Download or read book Best Anchorages of the Inside Passage written by Anne Vipond and published by [Delta, B.C.] : Ocean Cruise Guides. This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the finest cruising grounds in the world, the Inside Passage is a boater's paradise with hundreds of pristine islands, inlets, and anchorages. Written by former "Pacific Yachting" columnist Vipond and her husband, this resource profiles more than 200 anchorages and destinations. 450 color photos.
