Download or read book Sonoma County Bike Trails written by Phyllis L. Neumann and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Day Hikes Around Sonoma County written by Robert Stone and published by Day Hike Books. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: California's Sonoma County is known for its wineries and a magnificent natural landscape--a picturesque mix of rugged coastline, steep cliffs, forested hillsides, and verdant agricultural valleys. A collection of 125 of the county's best day hikes are combined into this guide, providing access to 60 miles of coastline and thousands of acres of greenspace. All hiking levels are included, with a focus on mid-range hikes.
Download or read book Sonoma County Bike Trails written by Phyllis L. Neumann and published by . This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Subtitle on cover: 29 easy to challenging bicycle rides for touring and mountain bikes.
Download or read book Bay Area Bike Rides written by Ray Hosler and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2002-02 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its third edition, Bay Area Bike Rides has proven an invaluable resource to bike riders throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. A collection of 51 scenic and exhilarating rides in the Bay Area-updated with 13 new rides, additional images, and all in a more compact and portable size-Bay Area Bike Rides offers superbly detailed maps, handy mileage logs, and thorough descriptions of the terrain and points of interest along each trail. Magnificent ocean views, stately redwood forests, and numerous public parks and recreation sites make the San Francisco Bay Area a bicyclists dream. Everyone from beginners to experienced cyclists will find Bay Area Bike Rides an indispensable guide to making the most of recreational cycling in the Bay Area all year round.
Download or read book 75 Classic Rides Northern California written by Bill Oetinger and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ride the most beautiful routes in one of the most beautiful parts of the nation -- downloadable cue sheets for each ride!
Download or read book HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine written by HowExpert and published by HowExpert. This book was released on with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want tips on things to do and tourist attractions in California's Wine Country, then check out HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine. Do you love living amongst towering redwoods, rolling hills, and world-class wine but never know where to take guests visiting from out of town? Do you draw a blank when thinking of something to do? Are you stuck in a rut and tired of doing the same handful of things? HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine is the casually inspiring guide for you. Written by a 20-year Sonoma State University import from Los Angeles, these tips are practical, evergreen, and type diverse. Most tips highlight locations for trip ideas, while some focus on how best to participate at the location. Intermixed the tips are little asides labeled “Fun Fact” or “Did You Know.” They mostly serve as trivia to use for showing off. Read from start to finish or by relevant chapter. Be warned; in an area covering a land mass larger than the state of Rhode Island, there is sure to be an activity missed or a new activity that has since spawned. As no category is exhaustive, the everchanging nature of an urban area is addressed with multiple reminders to search online for further (and current) information. Looking for ideas on where to take the little ones on the water this summer? Check out the chapter on Sonoma County’s lake, river, and Pacific coastline. New to the area and want to make it to all the holiday festivities? Check out the chapter Haunts and Holly in Sonoma County. Casual and light-hearted, HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County, doesn’t take itself too seriously while earnestly offering a wide array of day trip ideas for memorable experiences. Check out HowExpert Guide to Sonoma County without the Wine to learn tips on things to do and tourist attractions in California's Wine Country. About the Author Tia Starr is a California native who moved to Sonoma County from Los Angeles County in the early 2000s when she studied at Sonoma State University. A passionate writer since early youth, Tia has written for various sectors, including news, theater, education, and marketing. Compassionate and empathetic, Tia has worked with special needs populations in both residential and educational settings. Since graduating from Sonoma State in 2007, Tia has built her brand as an academic consultant who continues to assist numerous students in reaching their short- and long-term goals. You may recognize her from SRJC productions between 2012-2015, when she attended for continued education. Today you’re most likely to find her at an escape room or running an event photobooth across Sonoma County and the Bay Area. HowExpert publishes how to guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.
Download or read book Wine Country Bike Rides written by Lena Emmery and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 1997-02 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: California's famous wine country offers both casual and serious bicyclists spectacular views, charming small towns, celebrated cafs, and, of course, many of the finest and most beautiful wineries in the country. But finding the best rides hasn't been easy -- until Wine Country Bike Rides. For a romantic Sunday date or a relaxing family outing, for day-trippers or die-hard cyclists, here are more than 20 perfect rides through the backroads and countryside of Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino counties. Complete with an easy-to-follow map of each route and detailed information about more than 100 wineries and other sights along the way -- plus convenient places to rent bikes, eat, and stay the night -- this helpful guide includes all you need for a wine country visit that's refreshing for both body and soul.
Download or read book 75 Classic Rides Northern California written by Bill Oetinger and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2014-03-13 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLICK HERE to download a sample route from 75 Classic Rides Northern California Bill Oetinger calls Northern California “something approaching cycling paradise.” But, as he says in the introduction to 75 Classic Rides: Northern California, “Even paradise will be a muddled maze if you don’t know your way around it, and that’s where this book comes into play.” this guide is intended for everyone, from novice to expert cyclists. It’s accessible, friendly, and fun, highlighting truly classic rides rated from easy to epic. For Bill, this means wine country loops, Berkeley waterfronts, Santa Cruz mountains, gold Country tours, Sierra epics, and more. think redwood cathedrals and rugged coastlines, grasslands and vineyards——and all along, Bill’s expert advice guiding you down the road. Out of 75 rides, the majority are doable as one- or two-day outings; ambitious cyclists, however, will find a cross-state route to plan for or dream about, too. Each ride includes the following: • A downloadable turn-by-turn cue sheet • Difficulty level and distance • Average time to complete • Elevation gain and high point • Best season to ride • Maps and key resources, including land managers • Detailed route descriptions and photos • Easy-to-use mileage log
Download or read book Explorer s Guide Napa Sonoma A Great Destination Tenth Explorer s Great Destinations written by Tim Fish and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2014-05-26 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This marvelous book, splendidly researched, packed with terrific advice and considerable insider information, is essential reading for any visitor.”’ —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate "Consistently rated the best guides to the regions covered...Readable, tasteful, appealingly designed. Strong on dining, lodging, and history."—National Geographic Traveler Explorer’s Guide Napa & Sonoma: A Great Destination reveals the richness of this remarkable region. The focus is on the area’s wines and wineries, but you’ll also find reliable recommendations for restaurants and accommodations. With local history, insider tips, color photos and maps, and lots of other essential information, you’ll quickly see why this book, now in its tenth edition, has been so highly acclaimed, and why this area is a mecca for wine aficionados.
Download or read book Marin Sonoma Narrows MSN HOW Widening Project Marin and Sonoma Counties written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Sea Ranch written by Joseph Becker and published by Prestel Publishing. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Situated on a ten-mile stretch of rugged Northern California coastline, The Sea Ranch was conceived as a retreat from urban living with connection to nature as a guiding principle. This striking book examines the development of the site's master plan and iconic early designs through sketches, drawings, and contemporary and archival photographs of its astonishing landscapes and distinctive timber-framed structures. A collection of essays that consider The Sea Ranch in relation to popular leisure destinations and within the context of the architectural history of California are accompanied by conversations with designers and others associated with the project from its inception. This book showcases the exemplary balance between land stewardship and modernist architecture that has made The Sea Ranch a model for living in harmony with nature. Exhibition: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, USA (2018 December 22-2019 April 28).
Download or read book Bay Area Mountain Bike Trails written by Conrad J. Boisvert and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the many off-road biking areas of the San Francisco Bay Area with this handy and complete guidebook. Despite its large population, the Bay Area offers a wealth of hidden trails for mountain bikers to experience, all within easy distance from major cities within the region. From Annadel State Park in Santa Rosa in the north to Henry Coe State Park in Gilroy in the south, from Wilder Ranch along the coast to Morgan Territory, buried remotely in the shadow of Mount Diablo, the Bay Area has innumerable places to ride. Ride on the spectacular ridges of Mt. Tamalpais, the birthplace of the mountain bike.
Download or read book Rail Trails West written by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2009-06-02 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this edition in the popular series, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy presents the best of the West. With 70 rural, suburban, and urban trails threading through 1,050 miles, Rail-Trails West covers 60 trails in California, eight in Arizona, and two in Nevada. Many rail-trails offer escapes from city life, like the Mount Lowe Railway Trail, high above the buzzing Los Angeles basin on a rail line vacationers once took to a mountaintop resort. Others offer the pure sensory thrill of sweeping terrain, like Arizona's 7-mile Prescott Peavine Trail. Still more juxtapose the natural world with the railroad's industrial past, like Nevada's Historic Railroad Hiking Trail, which passes through five massive tunnels to reach Hoover Dam. Every trip has a detailed map, directions to the trailhead, and information about parking, restroom facilities, and other amenities. Many of the level rail-trails are suitable for walking, jogging, bicycling, inline skating, wheelchairs, and horses.
Download or read book 500 Great Rail trails written by Julie A. Winterich and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Co-authored by Karen-Lee Ryan and the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy.
Download or read book Best Bike Paths of the Southwest written by Wendy Williams and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1996-04-04 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cycling the open road has its pleasures but it can also be intimidating, especially for the novice or the parent with young children. Fortunately, there's another option for those cyclists who have something a little more peaceful and recreational in mind: the paved bike path. Free of cars, red lights, and exhaust fumes, recreational paths are popping up everywhere. In The Best Bike Paths of the Southwest, Wendy Williams has done you the favor of finding them in advance.Organized by state, The Best Bike Paths of the Southwest is the only comprehensive listing of these community treasures, describing fifty-six paths and detailing everything you'll need to know about each one: -- A map of each state, showing you where the path is -- A detailed description of the path, including mileage -- General background, including the history of the path and any useful tourist information -- The level of difficulty, type of scenery, and condition of pavement -- Availability of food and bathrooms -- Directions, including the most accessible parking area Whether you want to explore San Francisco's East Bay, discover Arizona's breathtaking Sabino Canyon, or cruise along Nevada's Truckee River, there's a bike path waiting for you. So fill your water bottle, pack a lunch, pump up your tires, and prepare for a great ride
Download or read book A Guide to America s Rail trails written by and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Stairway Walks in San Francisco Large Print 16pt written by Adah Bakalinsky and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2011-04 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of public stairways traverse San Francisco's 42 hills, exposing incredible vistas while connecting colorful, unique neighborhoods, and veteran guide Adah Bakalinsky loves them all. Her updated Stairway Walks in San Francisco explores well-known and clandestine corridors from Lands End to Bernal Heights while sharing captivating architectural, historical, pop culture, and horticultural notes along the way. This revised and expanded edition has been thoroughly updated and includes two additional walks, new maps, and new color photographs. The two new walks presented are: The Blue Greenway Walking, a new history, which follows the Embarcadero and weaves along the present day contour of the Bay into the future parklands and new neighborhood of San Francisco; and Jazz Takes A Walk in the Sunnyside neighborhood where the undulating geology of San Francisco invites one to hear the dance in the walk. A comprehensive appendix lists every one of the City's 600-plus public stairways. Long-term residents and tourists alike have used the book for over 25 years to adventurously uncover San Francisco's unexpected details.
