Download or read book Mammals of Mount Rainier National Park written by Merlin K. Potts and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-28 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mammals of Mount Rainier National Park is a seminal anthology that brings together a diverse array of essays and studies, unified by the captivating theme of mammalian wildlife within this singular American landscape. The collection showcases a wealth of literary styles, from meticulous scientific analyses to evocative narrative essays, embodying the rich and varied responses that Mount Rainier's fauna elicits from observers. Highlighting the significance of these works, the anthology serves as a crucial nexus for understanding the interplay between species in the park, with certain essays providing groundbreaking insights into conservation efforts and ecological dynamics. The editors, Merlin K. Potts and Russell K. Grater, have meticulously curated contributions from a cadre of scholars and naturalists whose backgrounds span a broad spectrum of expertise. Together, these voices reflect a deep engagement with environmental science, conservation history, and the cultural significance of Mount Rainier's natural heritage. This collection aligns with contemporary movements in ecology and wildlife conservation, offering a comprehensive overview that enriches our understanding of mammalian life in one of America's iconic national parks. Mammals of Mount Rainier National Park presents a unique opportunity for readers to immerse themselves in the majesty and complexity of this natural environment through the lens of its mammalian inhabitants. It is an indispensable addition to the library of any nature enthusiast, conservationist, or scholar interested in the dynamic interrelations between species, ecology, and habitat. The anthology invites readers to explore a world where academic rigor and a profound love for the natural world converge, fostering a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Mount Rainier and the critical importance of preserving such ecosystems for future generations.
Download or read book Mammals and Birds of Mount Rainier National Park written by Walter Penn Taylor and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Check list of Birds of Mount Rainier National Park written by United States. National Park Service. Wildlife Division and published by . This book was released on 1937 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Washington s Mount Rainier National Park written by Tim McNulty and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 1998 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Home to more than 120 alpine plant species, three of which are found nowhere else in the world, Mount Rainier remains a refuge for a diversity of flora and fauna. It is also a magnet for the hundreds of thousands of people who live within sight of its snowy slopes and for millions of visitors who arrive from around the world each year. O'Hara and McNulty explore the conflict this presents as park managers attempt to balance protection of the mountain's fragile ecosystems with the desires of the many who wish to seek solitude in its vast forests or challenge themselves on its daunting glaciers.
Download or read book Mount Rainier National Park Washington written by and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mac s Field Guides Mount Rainier National Park Mammals Birds written by Craig Macgowan and published by Mac's Guides (Paperback). This book was released on 1998-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full-color illustrations of park wildflowers and trees on a laminated, waterproof card
Download or read book Hiking the Wonderland Trail written by Tami Asars and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2012-07-24 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Backpacking" from Hiking the Wonderland Trail "There's no other trip, trail or peak that any backpacker should rank higher on his life list than the Wonderland Trail." - Backpacker magazine * Comprehensive and affectionate guide to one of the nation’s iconic wilderness trails * Everything you need to help plan this 93-mile trek, whether done in one trip or several * Lavish, full-color design, yet informative and practical, with 125 photographs and 18 maps * Find even more details, updates and added trip extensions at hikingthewonderlandtrail.com Washington State's famed Wonderland Trail is a spectacular 93-mile route that circumnavigates Mount Rainier, challenging hikers with its strenuous 22,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain and loss. Hiking the Wonderland Trail: The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail is an authoritative guidebook penned by Washington native Tami Asars, a professional instructor on hiking the trail, a third-generation hiker of the Cascade mountains, and seven-time hiker of the entire Wonderland Trail. In this guide Asars draws on her experience, covering these essentials: * How to work with the Wonderland Trail permit reservation system, and when to apply * Recommended gear--with a checklist--and ways to reduce pack weight, prevent blisters, and stay warm and dry * How to pack the perfect backpack * Food and fuel caching on the Wonderland, tips and instruction * Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions and suggested itineraries * How to extend your adventures with the Northern Loop Trail and the Eastside Trail Over the years, Asars has taken extensive notes that she shares at workshops and in the field. Hiking the Wonderland Trail distills her boot-tested knowledge so that everyone can enjoy the magic of Mount Rainier's premier trail.
Download or read book Mount Rainier National Park written by Sharlene Nelson and published by Children's Press(CT). This book was released on 1998 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the history, landscape, wildlife, and activities for visitors at Washington's Mount Rainier National Park.
Download or read book Mount Rainier written by George Wuerthner and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excellent chapters on geology, vegetation, and wildlife.-Backpacker A friendly guide to one of the most spectacular places on Earth.-Outdoor Photographer The ecosystems within Mount Rainier National Park in Washington state are diverse-from subalpine meadow to old-growth forest-and support a variety of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, mammals, and plants. Mount Rainier describes and illustrates in full color each of these plant and animal species and explores the park's geological history, land use issues, native people, and past explorers-at once a traveler's guide, field guide, and natural history of one of America's most popular and extraordinary national parks.
Download or read book Mount Rainier National Park Washington written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Records of Mount Rainier National Park written by and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mammals and Birds of Mount Rainier National Park Classic Reprint written by Walter P. Taylor and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-22 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Mammals and Birds of Mount Rainier National Park Mammals and birds furnish life and action in what would other wise be at times a grim and forbidding picture of glacier, beetling cliff, or gloomy forest. They complete the circle of interesting natural objects which combine to justify in so high a degree the establishment of the park. A good animal picture is a thing Of beauty; a well-mounted group is still more attractive; but no picture, group, or model can compete in interest with the living animal in its natural surroundings. Mammal and bird habitats include some of the wildest and grand est areas On Mount Rainier, some accessible with ease, others only with the greatest difficulty. Living creatures are Often found in most unexpected places (see pp. 166 and and at least two rodents (white-footed mouse and little chipmunk) and one large carnivore (black bear) have been reported from the extreme summit of Mount Rainier. It is obvious that the park visitor, if he wishes to do so, can find physical, mental, and spiritual recreation in the pursuit of knowledge of the ways of our furred and feathered friends without in any sense exhausting the possibilities of profitable and pleasant occupation. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Tahoma and Its People written by Jeff Antonelis-Lapp and published by . This book was released on 2019-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A natural and environmental history of Mount Rainier National Park and its watersheds and surrounding human communities, with emphasis on Native American people and their millennia-long association with the mountain"--
Download or read book Flora of Mount Rainier National Park written by David Biek and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a virtually complete listing of the 871 native and introduced species of plants found in the Park, with keys designed specifically for Mount Rainier National Park, line drawings, minimally technical descriptions for identification, a guide to plant locations, a glossary, and a section of 64 color photographs.Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.
Download or read book Hiking Mount Rainier National Park written by Mary Skjelset and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-06-17 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully updated and revised, Hiking Mount Rainier is a comprehensive and concise guide to the well-maintained trails nestled between the two major metropolises of the Pacific Northwest. Included are sixty hike descriptions for hikers of all ages and skill levels.
Download or read book General Information Regarding Mount Rainier National Park written by United States. National Park Service and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 1094 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mount Rainier National Park Impressions written by Donald Mark Jones and published by Farcountry Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bob McIntyre's sensitive and informative foreword sets the tone for this color photograph appreciation of and tribute to Mount Rainier National Park by a favorite Farcountry Press photographer. Gurche once again captures the essence of his subject's natural and man-made features.
