Walking, hiking, trekking Books

Book Synopsis Explore the diverse cultural and historical legacy of the world's greatest writers, artists and composers on foot. This unique trans-continental culture trip around the world presents a series of inspiring walks, treks, and hikes that vary between easy one-hour strolls, half day trails, and multi-day expeditions for people who love a walking holiday and are looking for a more immersive experience. The book includes walks in easy to reach countryside areas, national parks, the wild, and the great cities of the world.  From an urban Street Art Walking Tour of East London to a traverse through the Georgian melting pot city of Tbilisi to a literary-themed Millennium Tour of Stieg Larsson’s Stockholm, Discover the World in 500 Walks with Writers, Artists & Musicians has all the inspiration and information you need to plan your next walking adventure.  Table of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction includes: How to use this book Walks are organized by continent: CH1 NORTH AMERICA CH2 SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA CH3 EUROPE & CAUCAUSAS CH4 AFRICA CH5 ASIA CH6 AUSTRALASIA EXAMPLE WALKS LITERARY • Wander with William Wordsworth around Glencoyne Bay, the Lake District • Christopher Marlowe’s idealised English countryside • Virginia Woolf’s London • The White cliffs of Dover that inspired Matthew Arnold’s great poem • Winnie the Pooh walks around Gill’s Lap • Explore the rolling Dorset hills with Thomas Hardy • Wittgenstein’s Cambridge • Explore the setting for Bram Stoker’s Dracula in Whitby • The Dylan Thomas Trail in Lampeter, Aberaeron, and New Quay, Wales • James Joyce’s Dublin • Robert Burns to Ian Rankin in Edinburgh • Paris by the Book: tour the haunts of writer’s including Earnest Hemingway and Ezra Pound • Stockholm’s Millennium Tour to celebrate Stieg Larsson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo • Desolate Peak, Washington State’s inspiration for Jack Kerouac • Visit De Smet, South Dakota, to walk in the world of Laura Ingalls Wilder •A literary Tour of Portland Oregon, including Portland Arts and Lectures series • Discover the Fireside Poets of 19th Century Boston, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow • Stroll through Greenwich Village to discover the haunts of • Henry James and Edith Wharton • Follow Teju Cole around New York City • Re trace Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” • Follow in the footsteps of Mark Twain in Hartford, Connecticut • Explore Kansas City Public Library in Missouri • Visit Oak Park, Illinois, during the weekend of July 17th to join Earnest Hemingway’s 8K Running of the Bulls • Wander around Los Angeles after Jim Harrison • Pablo Neruda is the focus for a tour of Santiago, Chile • Explore Yukon Territory, Canada, and practice fire lighting, inspired by Jack London ART THEMES •Explore the street art in Wynwood, Miami (second saturdays) • Join the Mural Challenge, Lexington, Kentucky • Claude Monet’s Rouen, France • Gloucester Harbor, Massachusetts (Winslow Homer, William Morris Hunt) • The Hudson River, Thomas Cole • Rhode Island with Martin Johnson Heade • Look Down Yosemite Valley with Albert Bierstadt • New Mexico through the eyes of Georgia O’Keeffe • Birdspotting with John James Audubon • Horatio McCulloch’s idealised Highlands, Scotland • Yorkshire with David Hockney • Yorkshire Sculpture Park • Recreate Richard Long’s A Line made By Walking in the Wiltshire countryside MUSICAL • Mendelssohn’s Scotland and Hebrides • The hills of the Italian Riviera, inspiration to Edward Elgar • Franz Liszt’s journey through Switzerland • Bryce Canyon, Utah, inspiration to Olivier Messiaen• The South Pole, inspiration to Vaughan Williams and Peter Maxwell Davies • Explore the Atlas Mountains, Algeria with Gustav Holst • Tosca’s Rome • Beethoven’s Vienna • Claudio Monteverdi in Venice • Ocmulgee River Heritage Trail, Macon, Georgia to commemorate Otis Redding • Visit the Joshua Tree, California, which inspired U2 • See who’s playing at Shrine of the Ages Auditorium Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona • Go to the unique Moab Music Festival in the Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Utah • Recreate Kate Bush’s Wuthering Heights in Wiltshire

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Book SynopsisThe incredible, inspiring story of a solo journey through Australia's toughest and most beautiful hiking trail - the Australian Alps Walking Track - for fans of INTO THE WILD by Jon Krakauer or Cheryl Strayed's WILD and anyone who dreams of iconic wilderness walks

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Book SynopsisFor readers of On Trails, this is an incisive, utterly engaging exploration of walking: how it is fundamental to our being human, how we''ve designed it out of our lives, and how it is essential that we reembrace it.I''m going for a walk. How often has this phrase been uttered by someone with a heart full of anger or sorrow? Or as an invitation, a precursor to a declaration of love? Our species and its predecessors have been bipedal walkers for at least six million years; by now, we take this seemingly arbitrary motion for granted. Yet how many of us still really walk in our everyday lives?Driven by a combination of a car-centric culture and an insatiable thirst for productivity and efficiency, we''re spending more time sedentary and alone than we ever have before. If bipedal walking is truly what makes our species human, as paleoanthropologists claim, what does it mean that we are designing walking right out of our

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Book SynopsisA beautiful, full-color guidebook to more than 40 of the best hikes following the history of the state of Washington.Table of ContentsOlympic Peninsula1. Spruce Railroad2. Royal Basin3. Tubal Cain Mine & Tull Canyon4. Lake of the Angels5. Staircase Rapidsa. Mount Rose Honorable Mention6. Lower Skokomish RiverMountain Loop Highway7. Boulder River8. Old Sauk River9. Lime Kilna. Robe Canyon Honorable Mention10. Mt. Pilchuck11. Marten Creek12. Vesper Peak - Sunrise Mine13. Gothic Basin14. Monte Cristo Townsitea. Glacier Basin Honorable Mention15. Goat LakeHighway 216. Lord Hill Regional Park17. Lake Serene & Bridal Veil Falls18. Index Town Walla. Sunset Mine Honorable Mention19. Blanca Lakea. Scorpion Mountain Honorable Mentionb. Tonga Ridge Honorable Mention20. Beckler Peak21. Iron Goat Trail22. Surprise & Glacier Lakes23. Skyline Lake24. Soaring Eagle Regional ParkInterstate 9025. Dirty Harry's Peak26. McClellan Butte 27. Mason Lake & Mt. Defiancea. Bandera Mountain Honorable Mention28. Kendall Katwalk & Kendall Peak29. Snoqualmie Mountain30. Twin Lakes & Silver Peak Loop31. Rachel Lake & Alta Mountain32. Kachess Ridge Beacona. Easton Ridge Honorable Mention33. Hex MountainHighway 41034. Franklin Townsite35. Mud Mountain Rim Trail36. Greenwater & Echo Lakes37. Kelly Buttea. Colquhoun Peak Honorable Mention38. Snoquera Fallsa. Little Ranger Peak Honorable Mention39. Melmont Townsite40. Pack Forest

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Book SynopsisA new title from the author/illustrator of the hugely popular All the Buildings in New York, this is a charmingly illustrated journey to the City of Angels that is sure to delight and inspire tourists and armchair travelers alike.From Griffith Observatory and the Getty Museum to the Hollywood Bowl and Rodeo Drive, All the Buildings in Los Angeles allows readers to experience the sun-kissed pleasures of Los Angeles without having to deal with its famously terrible traffic. James Gulliver Hancock’s unique and charming drawings capture the city as it is today, including classic landmarks like Grauman’s Chinese Theater and the Capital Records Building, as well as newer favorites like the Broad contemporary art museum and the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Cultural musings, accessible histories, anecdotes, and informative details accompany the illustrations throughout, making this volume truly as pr

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Book SynopsisNew York by Neighborhood presents a vibrant tapestry of 75 distinct locales, defined as much by individual residents as by shops, architecture, streets, stories, traditions, and an openness to transformation.

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Book SynopsisHike some of the most famous trails in the world, with the region's top guides right by your side.This official book celebrates the trails of the Pacific Northwest with stunning photography, maps, rarely seen archival photos, and information-packed text by top regional hiking authors that brings the history of the trails to life.The backcountry of the Pacific Northwest covers millions of acres of wild lands protected within vast national parks, provincial parks, and wilderness areas--and thousands of miles of trails, including the Pacific Crest, Pacific Northwest, and Trans Canada Trails.This is a must-have for anyone who dreams of summiting peaks in North America's most beloved region.

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Book SynopsisAmerica?s Great Forest Trails is an unprecedented showcase and practical travel guide to the finest woodland hiking opportunities, calling us to get out ?into the woods? but also reminding us of the importance of leaving no trace through these fragile ecosystems.No other book combines the hiking-boots-on-the-ground guidance found here with spectacular photography and narratives that describe, motivate, and inspire the hiker in all of us. Featuring 100 outstanding hikes lasting from one day to several weeks, this photo-packed book is an inspirational bucket list for anyone looking to escape into America?s finest areas of wild beauty and to experience both the excitement and serenity of being among the trees?from armchair traveler to day hiker to experienced backpacker.America?s Great Forest Trails introduces readers to 100 hikes of a lifetime, from legendary trails to some that are scarcely known. The trails included range across the country: from the ancient Appalachians and the Pacific Coast?s uplift, to the Rockies, Desert Ranges, Sierra Nevada, Cascade Mountains, Olympics, and beyond to the wild terrain of Alaska and the islands of Hawaii and Puerto Rico.Readers get practical details about each trail and guidance on how to protect these special places so they remain alluring and rewarding to the generations ahead who seek both solace and adventure.

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Book SynopsisA locals' treasure map to the secret spots favored by true New Yorkers.The must-visit, must-see travel list given to you by the New Yorker friend you wish you had. Vibrantly illustrated throughout, this practical guide transports readers to discover an insider's view of the Big Apple. The vivid watercolors illustrate destinations of the architectural marvels, cultural hubs, food and drink spots, and music venues that make New York so exciting. Cultural musings, accessible histories, anecdotes, and informative details accompany the illustrations throughout, making this volume as practical as it is beautiful.The book features eleven curated neighborhood destination walks--guiding the reader through the energetic New York streets, passing restaurants and coffee shops, historical sights, museums and galleries, parks, and the kind of authentic and timeless sites that one hopes to find when imagining the city. Interwoven throughout are insider guides on how to eat likeTrade Review"It is the New Yorker best friend you might not have and maybe didn’t even know you needed! The book offers the best eats, to to-dos, and experiences New York has to offer." —THE HOUSE THAT LARS BUILT"New York in the springtime is a walker’s paradise, with surprising changes of scenery around every corner. While aimless meandering has pleasures of its own, two new books from Rizzoli guarantee that your rambles will reap rewards. New York In Stride features neighborhood-by-neighborhood strolling itineraries, carefully curated by Jacob Lehman, who focuses on historical buildings, architecture of note, and public art, turning streetscapes into galleries for the wandering eye.Charming watercolor illustrations by Jessie Kanelos Weiner whet your appetite for exploration without the spoiler effect of photographs that show you just what you’re about to see."—PASSPORT MAGAZINE "With illustrations by Jessie Kanelos Weiner and engaging text by Jacob Lehman, “New York in Stride” reveals architectural highlights, cultural hubs, food and drink spots, boutiques, art galleries, parks, and museums across eleven neighborhoods. Anecdotes and tips are woven into each chapter, such as how to order coffee and a bagel like a New Yorker, along with suggestions for visiting some of the city's most beautiful pocket parks and gardens." —WISETRAVELLER.COM

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Book SynopsisWomen's London is the only guidebook that focuses on the women who have shaped London through the centuries and the legacy they have left behind. This new book provides the perfect opportunity to explore sights, statues, plaques and buildings associated with famous and some not so famous women who have left their mark on London's heritage, culture and society. Their stories include scientists and suffragettes, reformers and royals, military and medical pioneers, authors and artists, fashion and female firsts ... and more. The author, a popular London tour guide and lecturer, specialises in women's history and has provided a series of original self-guided walking tours taking you to historic areas where important women lived, worked and are commemorated. Illustrated with new full-colour photography and specially commissioned maps, Women's London will inspire visitors and Londoners alike to discover how much London owes to women.

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Book SynopsisGet outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hiking trails within an hour or so from Cleveland, Ohio, leading you to scenic beauty. The best way to experience Cleveland is by hiking it! Get outdoors with local author and hiking expert Diane Stresing. This full-color guide helps you locate and access the top hikes within 60 miles of CLE. The selected trails transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body. Immerse yourself in history at Fork Hill Earthworks, featuring American Indian ceremonial grounds and the remains of a prehistoric “monster.” Combine your hike with a lighthouse tour at Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park. Enjoy the scenic hiking paths at Orchard Hills Park, a former golf course converted to a recreational park. Go birding at Bath Nature Preserve. With Diane as your guide, you’ll learn about the area and experience nature through 60 of The Land

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Book SynopsisForge your own path through the rock arches, canyon-carving rivers, and ever-present ancient cultures of Southeastern Utah with Moon Arches & Canyonlands National Parks. Inside you'll find:* Flexible Itineraries: Unique and adventure-packed ideas for day trips to each park, road trips, and more* The Best Hikes in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks: Detailed trail descriptions, mileage and elevation gains, and backpacking options* Experience the Outdoors: Climb dramatic stone bridges and slickrock bluffs to Delicate Arch, and find the perfect spot for a red rock photo-op. Join a ranger-led hike through Arches' Fiery Furnace, or a half-day rafting tour down the Colorado River. Hike to mesa-top vistas, cycle through high-desert canyons, and explore countless backcountry trails. Visit the Ancestral Puebloan preservation at Hovenweep National Monument, and enjoy a couple microbrews with locals in Moab* How to Get There: Up-to-date information on gateway towns, park entrances, park fees, and tours* Where to Stay: Spend a night in a riverfront lodge, or sleep under the stars with campgrounds, resorts, and more both inside and outside the park* Planning Tips: When to go, what to pack, safety information, and how to avoid the crowds, with full-colour photos and easy-to-use maps throughout* Expertise and know-how from seasoned explorers W.C. McRae and Judy Jewell Find your adventure with Moon Arches & Canyonlands National Parks.Exploring more of Utah's natural wonders? Try Moon Zion & Bryce. For full coverage of America's national parks, check out Moon USA National Parks: The Complete Guide to All 62 National Parks.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book SynopsisWhether you're hiking past waterfalls and wildflowers or cruising past sweeping views of the Columbia River, experience the best of this wild corner of the country with Moon Columbia River Gorge & Mount Hood. Inside you'll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries, from day trips from Portland or weekend getaways from Vancouver to a road trip along the Fruit Loop, designed for outdoor adventurers, families, foodies and wine-lovers, and more* Top experiences, and things to do: Sip your way through Mount Hood's craft beer and wine scene while you take in views of the Gorge, sample fresh vegetables and cider from a local farm stand, or pick your own fruit for a picnic. Get an up-close look at the annual salmon run from the Bonneville Lock and Dam, and spend the night in the historic Timberline Lodge* Best outdoor adventures for every season: Hike through fields of wildflowers and marvel at the towering cascades of Waterfall Alley. Make your way to the top of Beacon Rock for panoramic views of the Gorge, or hit the slopes of Mount Hood in the winter. Kayak or raft along the White Salmon River, soak in a hot spring surrounded by old-growth forest, and spend the night under the stars on the shores of a pristine lake* Expert advice on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around from seasoned outdoorsman and Portland local Matt Wastradowski* Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout* Thorough background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local cultureWith Moon Columbia River Gorge & Mount Hood's expert tips, local insight, and countless activities, you can plan your trip your way.Want more outdoor adventures in the PNW? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Hiking.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book SynopsisFrom that South End gallery you haven't visited yet to the mountain getaway you keep meaning to plan, experience something new right here at home with Moon 52 Things to Do in Boston.* Cool things to do in and around the city: Stroll over to the Rose Kennedy Greenway or rent a kayak on the Charles. Dig in to dim sum in Chinatown and get lost in the stacks at Boston Public Library. Immerse yourself in local history on the Black Heritage Trail and get to know Cambridge beyond Harvard Yard. Pay respect to Boston's sports dynasties or take in a drag show at Jacques* Day trips and weekend getaways: Rejuvenate on a weekend in the Berkshires, discover America's LGBTQ playground in Provincetown, get your feet wet at the beach, or explore a new art exhibit at Mass MoCA* Experiences broken down by category: Find ideas for each season, activities for kids, outdoor adventures, arts and culture, scenic drives, and more* A local's advice: Whether it's a worthwhile stop on the Freedom Trail or a neighborhood food hall, local author Cameron Sperance knows the ins and outs of Boston* Inspirational full-color photos throughout* Easy-to-scan planning tips: Addresses, time allotment, T stops, and tips for avoiding the crowds if you're heading to a popular attraction What are you doing this weekend? Try something new with Moon 52 Things to Do in Boston.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book Synopsis* Cool things to do in and around the city: Wander over to the zodiac sculptures in Chinatown Square, or soak up some music and history at the Black Ensemble Theater. Try out surfing at Montrose Beach, rent a kayak on the Chicago River, or hike the elevated 606 trail. Browse for your next read at an independent bookstore, explore the street art in Pilsen, or admire the architecture on a stroll through the Beverly neighborhood. Catch a classic live blues show, sample Senegalese comfort food, or savor some Southside barbecue on a Sunday* Day trips and weekend getaways: Cycle through the Morton Arboretum, connect with nature in Door County, dive into history in Galena, or unwind for a couple days at the perfect lakeside cabin* Experiences broken down by category: Find ideas for each season, activities for kids, outdoor adventures, exploring Black history, getting to know a new neighborhood, and more* A local's advice: Whether it's a bucket-list museum or an underrated dive bar, local author Rosalind Cummings-Yeates knows the ins and outs of Chicago* Inspirational full-color photos throughout Easy-to-scan planning tips: Addresses, L stops, and nearby spots, plus tips for avoiding the crowds if you're heading to a popular attraction What are you doing this weekend? Try something new with Moon 52 Things to Do in Chicago.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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Book SynopsisInside you'll find:- Easy itineraries for one to three days in Grand Canyon National Park, from a morning bike ride along the South Rim, to a day hike in the inner canyon, to a full weekend exploring the park- The top hikes in Grand Canyon: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains- Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, scenic drives, picnic spots, and more. Trek into Havasu Canyon to see stunning waterfalls or drive to viewpoints along Hermit Road. Go on a rafting adventure on the Colorado River and spot wildlife like elk and bighorn sheep- Stunning full-color photos and maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout map- Essential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, reservations, and safety advice- Helpful resources on Covid-19 and visiting the Grand Canyon- Know-how from Arizona local and Grand Canyon expert Tim Hull Make the most of your adventure with Moon Best of Grand Canyon.Visiting more of North America's incredible national parks? Try Moon USA National Parks.

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Book SynopsisWhether you're hopping between microbreweries or hiking the Appalachian Trail, get to know this charming Southern hub with Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains. Inside you'll find:Flexible, strategic itineraries, from a weekend in Asheville to five days in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, designed for outdoor adventurers, foodies, history buffs, and moreThe best local flavor: Indulge in award-winning cuisine on a food tour, discover the microbreweries that earned Asheville the title of "Beer City USA," and catch a live show from a local band. Admire the art deco architecture downtown, gallery-hop in repurposed warehouses, or check out an indie bookstoreUnique outdoor experiences: Hike through the mountains and meadows along the Appalachian Trail, take a dip in the hot springs dotting the hillsides, or break out the binoculars for some top-notch wildlife-watching. Set up camp in the Pisgah National Forest, peep the changing leaves in autumn, or go rafting, kayaking, or canoeing on the French Broad RiverHonest advice on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around from North Carolina local Jason FryeFull-color photos and detailed maps throughoutThorough background on the culture and history, wildlife, and geographyFind your adventure with Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains.Expanding your trip? Try Moon North Carolina. Looking for more Southern city charm? Try Moon Charleston & Savannah.

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Book SynopsisPack a lunch, lace up your boots, and head out to discover the rugged coastline, towering redwoods and best hiking trails in NorCal with Moon Northern California Hiking. Inside you'll find: Diverse Hiking Options: Whether you plan to take leisurely seaside walks or challenging journeys around the Sierras, enjoy outdoor getaways ranging from easy day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips Find Your Hike: Looking for something specific? Choose from strategic lists of the best hikes for breathtaking waterfalls, spring wildflowers, or hiking with your dog, plus a breakdown of the best hikes by season The Top Outdoor Experiences: Wander the terraces of the Ecological Staircase in Mendocino, hike up granite domes and through the high meadows of Yosemite. Hear the waves crash as you walk to a majestic tide fall in Point Reyes National Seashore. Conquer the summit of Lassen Peak, roam through vineyard-covered hills in Napa and

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Book SynopsisExplore the spruce-studded mountains, classic shoreline villages, and rugged character of the Pine Tree State with Moon Maine. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries ranging from an eleven-day road trip through the whole state to a week on the coast, with ideas for every season Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Sample wild blueberries, farmstead cheeses, and preserves from roadside farmers' markets or find the best beachfront lobster shack. Trace picturesque lighthouses down the coast, stop to smell the roses at the botanical gardens, and taste some of Maine's best wines, craft beer, and mead. Watch the boats sway in a quiet harbor, mingle with locals over a 'chowdah suppah,' and unwind on a sandy pocket beach Outdoor adventures: Hike through majestic timberland forests or summit the peak of Katahdin on the final stretch of the Appalachian Trail. Take a moose safari, experience the rush

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Book SynopsisMake the most of the natural beauty and adventurous spirit of the 'U.P.,' from vast aquamarine waters to charming upland towns, with Moon Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Inside you'll find: Strategic, flexible itineraries, whether you want to see the best of the peninsula in a week or two or spend a long weekend on Mackinac Island Top experiences and things to do: Relax in a cozy lake lodge or a grand Victorian-style hotel, sample local vintages at U.P. wineries, kick back at an outdoor summer concert, or tour dozens of picturesque lighthouses. Indulge in local delicacies like Cornish pasties, Swedish meatballs, and Mackinac Island fudge. Wander around the country's best-preserved ghost town or watch costumed interpreters reenact battles at historic military sites Best outdoor adventures for every season: Hike past colorful maple forests and rushing waterfalls, and spot wild moose, red foxes, and white-

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Book SynopsisCharming small towns, verdant rainforests, rocky coastline, and mountain meadows: experience the surreal beauty and endless adventure of the Pacific Northwest with Moon Olympic Peninsula. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries, from a weekend in Olympic National Park to a weeklong tour of the peninsula Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Tour the oldest lighthouse on the Puget Sound, explore Kurt Cobain's hometown, or immerse yourself in the region's rich maritime history. Dig for a dinner of fresh razor clams and savor fresh-caught Dungeness crab. Stroll through a fragrant lavender farm, shop for unique handcrafted goods, or peruse small-town galleries for local art. Sample one-of-a-kind red blends and fruit wines or kick back with a local brew and some jazz music The best hikes of the Olympic Peninsula: Find your adventure with hike descriptions, directions, difficulty ratings,

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Book SynopsisA Practical, Pocket-Sized, and Beginner-Friendly Birding Guide Oregon’s coast is teeming with scores of beautiful birds, and the Best Little Book of Birds: The Oregon Coast will help you find them. From regal ospreys and iconic eagles to frenetic sandpipers and colorful kingfishers, this easy-to-use book will help you identify more than 100 commonly occurring birds that help make the Oregon coast the natural wonder that it is. An emphasis on best practices and habitat sustainability help empower conservation and ensure that birding on the coast will be possible for years to come. Perfect for budding and experienced birders alike, this sleek and compact guide is the ideal travel companion for every trip to the coast.

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Book SynopsisFind everything you need to know about the Arizona National Scenic Trail, which beckons hikers, cyclists, and equestrians to its diverse and unforgettable landscapes.Stretching more than 800 miles from the USA-Mexico border to the Utah state line, the Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) passes through a unique blend of desert, forest, and canyon terrain. To hike the best of it?or to backpack the entire route?you want a comprehensive guide assembled by AZT experts. Your Complete Guide to the Arizona National Scenic Trail is widely considered a ?bible? of the trail?s twists and turns, its flora and fauna, and its geology.Written by trail-savvy members of the Arizona Trail Association, including executive director Matthew J. Nelson, this guidebook serves up the 800-mile trail, section by section (43 altogether), so day-hikers and thru-hikers can feel confident about the entire route. Inspired by the magnificence of the scenery, the wildlife, and the diversity of terrain, this book is an irreplaceable source for any hiker, mountain biker, or equestrian. Your Complete Guide to the Arizona National Scenic Trail will fuel your adventures from start to finish.Inside you?ll find: The entire trail divided into 43 sections Unique trail features, route details, day-trip options, and difficulty levels for every section Guide to resources in 22 welcoming Gateway Communities Chart of water sources along the AZT Nearly 50 detailed maps that highlight every AZT passage Full-color photography that portrays the majesty of this national treasure

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Book SynopsisFew hikers know the North Georgia Mountains as well as Johnny Molloy. In 50 stunning trails, he’ll take you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and landmarks such as Tallulah Gorge, Raven Cliff Falls, and the Chattooga River. In a region with an incredible wealth of hiking options, Molloy outlines his picks for the most worthwhile routes, providing options for day, overnight, and multi-day hikes for explorers of every skill level. This fully updated 4th edition of 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains features 5 brand new trails, detailed maps, clear and concise directions, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge. Including full-color photographs and maps, this is the perfect book to help you plan the ultimate Georgia outdoor adventure!

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Book SynopsisThe classic high-level walk from Irish Sea to North Sea Originally devised by the legendary Alfred Wainwright, the Coast-to-Coast Walk has steadily become one of Britain’ s most popular long-distance walks, and it is not hard to see why. Planned to seek out the most spectacular high ground across the country, it takes you from the sea in the west to the sea in the east via three of England’ s loveliest National Parks: the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors. Its 192 miles, from the quiet Cumbrian village of St Bees to Robin Hood’ s Bay, are a substantial test of endurance that will take even a fit walker a fortnight to accomplish, but also a wonderfully varying walk, from sea cliffs to craggy mountains and lakes, then across rolling dales and finally heather moorland. For everyone who reaches Wainwright’ s Bar at journey’ s end on the North Yorkshire coast it will have been the walk of a lifetime.Trade Review'Packed with colour photographs, detailed information and anecdotes as well as route directions, all in a very readable style. The text includes highlighted references to points featured in the OS maps, which makes it easy to link the two and provides plenty of detail.'A practical companion fit for any keen ramblerA practical companion fit for any keen rambler 'Packed with colour photographs, detailed information and anecdotes as well as route directions, all in a very readable style. The text includes highlighted references to points featured in the OS maps, which makes it easy to link the two and provides plenty of detail.'

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Book SynopsisBarry Stone, author of 1001 Walks You Must Experience Before You Die, delves into some of the lesser-known aspects of the world's most famous - and not-quite-famous-yet - trails.The perfect accompaniment to practical guidebooks, Stone relates how slings and carabiners kept him from falling headlong off the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and reports on the progress of the continental-wide monster, the Trans Canada Trail, gaps in which are still being filled by countless grass-roots communities.With walks that will appeal to everyone regardless of ability, The 50 Greatest Walks of the World includes British classics such as the Pennine Way, Offa's Dyke Path, and the Old Man of Hoy as well as personal favourites such as Italy's Cinque Terre Classic and the Isle of Skye's Trotternish Ridge, one of Britain's finest ridge traverses with almost 2,500m of ascents. Whether it's a climb, a stroll, or a life-changing slog, this book has the walk for you.

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Book SynopsisPractical wisdom from poets, philosophers and scientists – alongside advice, inspiration, activities, meditations, and much more – to connect you with nature and the seasons on your daily walk. Being outdoors is a balm to the soul, and what better way to experience the wonders of nature in all their seasonal glory than with a daily walk? This thoughtful guide explores what happens to our minds, bodies and spirits when we spend time outdoors and suggests a wide range of beneficial walking activities, meditations, reflections, advice and inspiration to help you connect with nature and get the most out of each season. Whether basking in summer sunshine or crunching golden leaves underfoot, finding joy in springtime blossom or taking solace in winter’s hush, you can enjoy the benefits of a positive mindset, happier social interactions, resilience – and much more! – that the beauty and power of walking in nature can bring.

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Book SynopsisThis book describes 40 short walks on Skye: the shortest is only a couple of minutes, the longest no more than 35. Joanna Young wrote this book after family holidays in Skye revealed the need for short walks suitable for all ages, fitness levels and motivation as well as all weather conditions.

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Book Synopsis... hillwalking is only one of the passions in my life. In my experience, those who love the mountains are passionate people who are passionate about many things. That said, there are times, as I describe herein, when I simply have to go to the hills. - RALPH STORER Ralph Storer's highly entertaining exploration of the lure of the hills is underpinned by hard-won experience - he has climbed extensively in the British Isles, Europe and the American West, though his abiding love is the Scottish Highlands. His breezy anecdotes of waling and climbing around the world in all sorts of conditions are gripping and full of fun. This man has done more things in a sleeping bag than sleep, and in The Joy of Hillwalking he cheerfully tells all. His sense of humour is as irrepressible as his relish for adventurous ascents, but he doesn't have his head in the clouds when it comes to serious issues such as public access and conservation.Trade ReviewA light hearted and often highly amusing guide to the pleasures of the great outdoors. - THE SCOTS MAGAZINE A treat for all hillwalkers active or chairbound. - SCOTS INDEPENDENT

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Book SynopsisBased on its predecessor, Short Walks in the Cairngorms, and companion to Hill Walks in the Cairngorms (2005), this book is a clear and comprehensive guide to some of the easier, level walks in 'Monarch of the Glen Country'. The problems posed by the closure of the Cairngorm chairlift, and consequently the restricted access to the mountains, are dealt with effectively by this informative and varied guide.

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Book SynopsisHillwalking is a way of life for Robin Howie, whose name is very well-known in Scottish hillwalking circles and whose knowledge of the Scottish high tops is second to none. For over ten years his popular weekly hillwalking column has appeared in The Scotsman where his pleasure of walking in the hills is apparent to the reader. Some claim to buy the paper solely to read his column while others have long-demanded that his walks be made into a book. Generous with his help and advice to other walkers, this collection of shorter, lower-level walks will appeal to families and those less sure of venturing to the high tops. Conveniently arranged within shires with a location map, each walk has a useful factfile that summarises the map, start point, distance, terrain, duration of walk, height to be climbed and the all-important nearest refreshment point. 100 Scotsman Walks is a distillation of a lifetime of highs and lows, enhanced by the artist's eye and the wordsmith's descriptive powers. It will be a delight for active or ex-walkers, for the would-be explorer or armchair enthusiast, for the whole family, young or old - a book in fact for everyone.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 21 day walks and 2 multi-day treks in Slovenia’s Karavanke. Exploring the 120km mountain range between Slovenia and Austria, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced hikers alike. Walks range from 4 to 26km (2–16 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–9 hours. Two 2-day walks with overnight mountain hut stays are included taking in the Košuta ridge and Peca massif. Sketch maps are included for each walk Detailed information on public transport, route access and accommodation Highlights include Stol the highest peak in the range Table of ContentsMap key Overview map of Slovenia Overview map of the Karavanke Introduction Landscape and geology Climate and weather Environment Wildlife and flowers The walks When to go Getting there Travelling within Slovenia Accommodation Food and drink Money and shopping Communications Health and hazards Language Maps Waymarking Equipment Using this guide The Western Karavanke Walk 1 Pec (Tromeja) Walk 2 Trupejevo poldne and Vošca Walk 3 Kepa Walk 4 Dovška Baba Walk 5 Hrušica to Planina pod Golico Walk 6 Golica Walk 7 Hruški vrh and Klek Walk 8 Dovška Baba to Planina pod Golico Walk 9 Ajdna Walk 10 Stol Walk 11 Vajnež Walk 12 Stol from Austria Walk 13 Dobrca Walk 14 Preval Walk 15 Begunjšcica Walk 16 Vrtaca Walk 17 The Ljubelj Pass Walk 18 Košutica Walk 19 Košuta The Eastern Karavanke Walk 20 Hochobir (Ojstrc) Walk 21 Olševa Walk 22 Peca Walk 23 Uršlja gora (Plešivec) Appendix A Walk summary table Appendix B Key names in German Appendix C Glossary Appendix D Useful contacts Appendix E Further reading

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Book SynopsisAn inspirational guidebook to 50 great walks throughout the Pennines. A wide range of routes in this larger format book have been selected to help walkers explore all aspects of this beautiful upland area. The walks are all graded, from moderate to strenuous, and are between 6 and 13 miles long, with plenty of options for both first-time and more experienced walkers. Ranging between the North Pennines, Howgills, Yorkshire Dales, South Pennines and Dark Peak, this guide offers the best of the mass of fell and moor that makes up the backbone of England. Routes include Cross Fell, Wild Boar Fell, Ingleborough, Whernside, Pen-y-Ghent, Pendle Hill, Kinder Downfall and a traverse of Ilkley Moor and many are suitable for fell running. The circular walks are all graded, making this guidebook equally suitable for first-time and more experienced walkers looking to explore new corners of the Pennines. All routes are illustrated with 1:40,000 OS mapping and plenty of colour photography.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction About this guide Weather to walk? Before you start THE WALKS North Pennines 1 Thack Moor and Black Fell 2 Melmerby Fell and Fiend's Fell 3 Cross Fell 4 High Cup Nick and Backstone Edge 5 Cauldron Snout and Widdybank Fell 6 High Force and Cronkley Fell 7 Harter Fell and Grassholme 8 Bowes Moor North West Dales - Eden Valley and The Howgills 9 Hartley Fell and Nine Standards Rigg 10 Lunds Fell, Hugh Seat and High Seat 11 Wild Boar Fell and Swarth Fell 12 Green Bell 13 The Fairmile Circuit 14 Cautley Spout and The Calf 15 The Calf from Sedbergh Yorkshire Dales 16 Great Shunner Fell and Lovely Seat 17 Upper Swaledale and Rogan's Seat 18 Dodd Fell Hill and Drumaldrace 19 Gragareth and Great Coum 20 Whernside 21 Ingleborough 22 Giggleswick Scar 23 Nappa Cross, Rye Loaf Hill and Victoria Cave 24 Pen-y-Ghent and Plover Hill 25 Fountains Fell 26 Janet's Foss, Gordale Scar and Malham Cove 27 Buckden Pike 28 Great Whernside 29 Cracoe Fell and Thorpe Fell 30 Elslack Moor and Pinhaw Beacon 31 Rombalds Moor and Ilkley Moor South Pennines 32 Pendle Hill 33 Boulsworth Hill 34 Delf Hill and Stanbury Moor 35 Wadsworth Moor 36 Worsthorne Moor and Black Hameldon 37 Thieveley Pike and Cliviger Gorge 38 Bride Stones Moor 39 Luddenden Dean and Midgeley Moor 40 Stoodley Pike 41 Langfield Common 42 Blackstone Edge 43 Rooley Moor and Cowpe Lowe 44 White Hill and Piethorne Clough Dark Peak 45 Saddleworth Edges 46 Lord's Seat and Mam Tor 47 Kinder Downfall 48 Rowlee Pasture and Alport Castles 49 Back Tor and Derwent Edge 50 Stanage Edge Appendix 1 Concise walk reference and personal log Appendix 2 Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisOn eight treks in Nepal's Himalaya; to Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, Dolpo, Api and Mugu, the true spirit of trekking is captured in Kev Reynolds' reverence, curiosity and ongoing love of the world's greatest mountain range. The Himalaya are no ordinary mountains. Stretching through five countries and dwarfing all others, they have captured the imaginations of travellers and mountain lovers for centuries. While some seek to reach their snowy heights, many more step out onto winding and climbing trails to trek through the heart of the mountains, and live - if only for a little while - the life of an adventurer. The first time a trail is explored offers unknown beauty and fresh experience around every turn. This is Kev Reynolds' collection of eight such discoveries along popular trails and into lands previously locked away. Brought to life in vivid style, Reynolds evokes the scent of fragrant rhododendron jungles and travelling past terraced fields, hillside villages and ancient temples. Then exploring into hidden valleys beyond the reach of civilization, and on to towering, ice-locked peaks that scratch the sky. All proceeds from sales of this book will be donated to the Nepal Earthquake Appeal.

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Book SynopsisThe third edition of this popular guidebook contains everything the walker needs to plan and enjoy hiking the Inca trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, with three routes taking from 2-7 days. It includes advice on how to prevent and manage altitude sickness; background on Inca culture and the ruins; and advice on planning in the light of new Trail regulations. This 2011 edition has been released for the centenery of Bingham's "discovery" of Machu Picchu. It contains everything you need to plan and enjoy hiking a choice of three Inca Trails to Machu Picchu in Peru. Step-by-step sections cover the Classic trail (4-5 days), the longer, more strenuous trek from Mollepata (6-7 days) and the Shortest option (2 days). The book includes a drop-down map showing all three trails (three panels), plus a detailed site plan of Machu Picchu ruins (two panels); detailed description of Machu Picchu, with side-trips and photographs; background on Inca culture and stonework, Andean wildlife and modern Peru; advice on planning and preparation, including packing checklist and updated Trail regulations; medical advice on how to prevent and manage altitude symptoms; and a phrasebook in Spanish, Quechua and English. The book is in full colour, with over 80 photographs, printed on waterproof paper.Trade Review"This is a practical and helpful guide, based on good knowledge of the terrain" John Hemming "The overall layout is excellent. ... [includes] a delightful chapter on the wildlife that can be found in the Andes, together with a concise analysis of some of the principal conservation issues ... Many tourist books cover the Inca Trails to Machu Picchu, but with its overall thoroughness and excellent preparatory guidance, "Explore the Inca Trail" stands out from the rest and goes a long way towards enabling the traveller to truly live the trail." The British Bulletin of Publications on Latin America, the Caribbean, Portugal and Spain "The guidebook is an ideal companion: it's lightweight, concise and full of advice which is highly pertinent. Some of that advice ... is surprisingly detailed for such a slim volume. Importantly it doesn't exceed its own brief - this is a guidebook specific to the Inca Trail with no dead weight ... It's ideal for those, like many heading off on charity fund-raising treks, whose goal is to enjoy this classic hike to one of the greatest sights on the planet." tgo (The Great Outdoors) review October 2002 "This is no mere guide book: sure, it provides plenty of well written text and many superb illustrations (frightening mountain scenes, many Inca structures, and loads of wildlife - from condors and guanacos to marvellous tiny plants) to describe so much of that wonderful Andean wilderness. But it does a great deal more: here you find full details of every kilometre of each of those three routes, a wealth of health and safety information, even Spanish and local vocabulary." Online review at (Amazon.co.uk) "The style is ideal for a trail guide - concise, readable, informative and entertaining. The maps are clear, cleverly packaged and totally usable. A wonderful array of photographs completes the package." Online review (Amazon.co.uk)

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