Download or read book Thunderbird Falls written by C.E. Murphy and published by LUNA. This book was released on 2006-05-01 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *

Download or read book Best Hikes Anchorage written by John Tyson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-04-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Hikes Anchorage focuses on day hikes for visitors, people new to the Anchorage area, and families wanting to hike together. In addition to its excellent color photos portraying Anchorage, the surrounding area, and the pristine character of Chugach State Park, it includes fascinating information about Alaska’s natural history and critical information about Chugach State Park, including park rules, best times to hike, and tips for hiking in bear country. Readers will find information about the streams and water in the park, as well as local climate and information about places to see and things to do while in the Anchorage area.

Download or read book Best Easy Day Hikes Anchorage written by John Tyson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-05-19 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Easy Day Hikes Anchorage includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.

Download or read book Best Hikes Near Anchorage written by John Tyson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-05-05 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best Hikes Near Anchorage focuses on day hikes for visitors, people new to the Anchorage area, and families wanting to hike together. In addition to its excellent color photos portraying Anchorage, the surrounding area, and the pristine character of Chugach State Park, it includes fascinating information about Alaska's natural history and critical information about Chugach State Park, including park rules, best times to hike, and tips for hiking in bear country. Readers will find information about the streams and water in the park, as well as local climate and information about places to see and things to do while in the Anchorage area.

Download or read book Day Hiking Southcentral Alaska written by Lisa Maloney and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2019-02-25 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hikes within driving distance of Anchorage and its environs 100 day hikes, from iconic to beginner to lung-burner! Day Hiking: Southcentral Alaska features 100 day hikes in the populous region around the Greater Anchorage area. Starting with the immense and accessible Chugach State Park, the guide includes hikes north of the city to include the Matanuska–Susitna Valley and Hatcher Pass areas, and also trails near Eagle River, Palmer, and Wasilla. There are hikes along Cook Inlet and Turnagain Arm, including near Girdwood, Portage Glacier, and Whittier, as well as all of the Kenai Peninsula--Chugach National Forest, Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, Kachemak Bay State Park and State Wilderness Park, Soldotna, Homer, and more. "Hikes at a Glance" highlights features of each hike Difficulty rating, elevation gain, distance, and best season for each trail Detailed driving directions to trailheads Useful trail icons for dog-friendliness, glaciers, lakes, and more Convenient, compact, and packable size Full-color photos throughout

Download or read book Sunny with a Chance of Monsters written by Sara King and published by Sara King. This book was released on 2018-11-13 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three years ago, Sunny Day’s life came to an end. Cursed, forgotten, and pushed to the fringes of society, the former EMT has hit rock bottom—which is a real achievement in an alternate-future Alaska where even granite floats. A silk-clad stranger appears, and with him, a kernel of hope: A bounty, $100,000 for one gangly math teacher. As Sunny makes a desperate grab for the cash, it becomes apparent that her man is…not a man. Hunter becomes the hunted, and the resulting grudge match will threaten the lives of her family and everything Sunny holds dear. Sunny Day is the badass heroine you didn’t realize you needed. But…every heroine needs an origin story. Here’s Sunny’s. Fans of Harry Dresden and Kate Daniels will be enthralled by this dark new urban fantasy series. Contemporary adventure meets sci-fi horror in a fast-paced dystopian tale guaranteed to sink its hooks into you.

Download or read book Insiders Guide to Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska written by Deb Vanasse and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-07-15 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From breathtaking mountains to untamed coastlines, Insider's Guide to Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska features Prince William Sound, the Kenai Peninsula, Anchorage, and Denali National Park.

Download or read book Paddling Alaska written by Dan Maclean and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alaska has few roads and even fewer trails—only a few hundred miles of maintained footpaths exist outside the cities—so paddling the state's thousands of miles of rivers and lakes is the best way to get off the beaten track. Paddling Alaska describes the best and most accessible routes—forty classics in all, from downtown Anchorage to the Matanuska and Susitna Valleys and the Kenai Peninsula, and from the southern interior north to the Yukon. Carefully chosen to accommodate most beginning-to-intermediate paddlers, each route is within easy driving distance of population centers, providing quick access to wilderness for city residents and visitors alike. Look inside to find: • Detailed river descriptions • Maps showing access points and river miles • Level of difficulty, optimal flows, rapids and other hazards • Gear and packing recommendations specific to Alaska conditions

Download or read book 50 Hikes around Anchorage 2nd Edition Explorer s 50 Hikes written by Lisa Maloney and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2019-07-09 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hiker’s companion to the best treks within striking distance of Alaska’s largest city

Download or read book Implementation of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Alaska For Dummies written by Charles P. Wohlforth and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You're in for a scenic, sensory treat! Alaska has 100,000 glaciers and 10 million lakes. Wildlife roams freely across vast spaces, unfettered by fences or roads. Opportunities to experience real wilderness and enjoy outdoor activities abound. You can’t see or do it all, but you can make the most of your time with this friendly guide. Our author, Charles Wohlforth, is a lifelong Alaskan who has been writing about his home as a journalist and author for more than 20 years. Wohlforth received wide critical acclaim for his environmental studies of Alaska. Alaska For Dummies, 5th Edition gives you comprehensive coverage of America's Last Frontier and includes: Anchorage and road trips from Anchorage; Southeast Alaska, including Juneau, Skagway and Sitka; bush Alaska, covering fascinating places in the Arctic; options for visiting by cruise ship; five great itineraries that touch on Alaska’s best destinations; the best places to see marine mammals, birds, humpback whales, black, brown, or polar bears, and other wildlife; the best gold rush towns, including Fairbanks, Juneau, Skagway, and Nome, where the free-wheeling frontier spirit abides today; the top ten questions to ask an Alaskan, and more. Like every For Dummies travel guide, Alaska For Dummies, 5th Edition includes down-to-earth trip-planning advice, what you shouldn't miss (and what you can skip), the best hotels and restaurants for every budget, and handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages.

Download or read book Fodor s Alaska written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2019-02-19 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by locals, Fodor’s Alaska is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this Alaska travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. There’s no denying that Alaska is a trip of a lifetime. Nowhere else can you kayak to glaciers; fly over the highest peak in North America; wonder at the Aurora Borealis; stay out all night celebrating the midnight sun; visit quirky towns; spot bears, eagles, moose, and whales; and learn the true meaning of the word "remote"–all in the same trip. Fodor's Alaska makes it easy to create a perfect trip from start to finish. Fodor’s Alaska includes: •UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Fully updated information on new openings and developments; including restaurants, hotels, and outdoor activities, for all of Alaska's top destinations and undiscovered gems, from cities such as Juneau and Ketchikan to Denali National Park and the Kenai Peninsula. •ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A spectacular color photo guide highlights the ultimate unmissable experiences and attractions throughout Alaska to inspire you. •DETAILED MAPS: Full-color and full-size street maps throughout will help you plan efficiently and get around confidently. •GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Rich full-color features invite you to experience the best of Alaska, from what to eat and drink to which cruise route to take. Other magazine-style features help you understand everything that Alaska has to offer, from whale watching and bear sighting to shopping for Alaskan native crafts and learning about the Klondike Gold Rush. •HELPFUL ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Day-by-day itineraries help you plan and make the most of your time, including carefully chosen recommendations for the best sights, stores, restaurants, hotels, nightspots, and activities. “Fodor’s Choice” designates our best picks in every category. •INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Each region has a convenient overview with highlights and practical advice for getting around. Best Bets lists ensure you find the right spot for your needs. •COVERS: Juneau, Denali National Park, Anchorage, Fairbanks, the Kenai Peninsula, Skagway, Ketchikan, Glacier Bay, Haines, Homer, Kodiak Island, the Yukon, and more. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Looking for a guide about Alaska cruising? Check out Fodor’s Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises.

Download or read book Alaska on the Go written by Erin Kirkland and published by University of Alaska Press. This book was released on 2014-03-15 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alaska is a wonderful place to visit with children. From coastal communities to far-northern tundra, exploring the forty-ninth state has never been more accessible, provided parents are equipped with the right tools. Author Erin Kirkland details how to explore nearly every corner of our nation s largest state. Enjoy insider advice for fabulous kid-friendly destinations and attractions, trip planning to maximize time and budget, and interesting facts about Alaska s unique landscape and people. An honest, four-season representation of Alaska, this book provides readers with a practical guide to indoor and outdoor experiences that teach, engage, and delight kids of all ages and stages. Fresh, witty, and fun to read," Alaska On the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children" is the only family travel guide written by an Alaska-resident journalist who also happens to be the mom of two boys."

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Download or read book Lonely Planet Alaska written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world’s leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Alaska is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wonder at epic glaciers, spot bears the size of bison, or catch the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Alaska and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Alaska Travel Guide: Full-color maps and images throughout Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, wildlife, Alaska Natives, Alaska Natives' art, Alaska Natives' culture, landscapes, literature, politics, economy, environmental issues, exploration, regional identity, lifestyle, sports, cinema, music, tv, arts, crafts, climate Free, convenient pull-outAlaska map (included in print version), plus over 60 color maps Covers Juneau, the Southeast, Anchorage, Prince William Sound, Kenai Peninsula, Denali, the Interior, Kodiak, Katmai, Southwest Alaska, The Bush and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Alaska, our most comprehensive guide to Alaska, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet USA guide About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

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