Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico is the ultimate guide to the greatest nature adventures in the Land of Enchantment. Wildflower descriptions and full-color photography throughout complement detailed hiking profiles and maps to over forty scenic routes. Written by naturalist and outdoor writer Christina Selby, Best Wildflower Hikes New Mexico introduces readers to the spectacular beauty of the American Southwest.

This unique reference work describes over 350 wildflowers and flowering shrubs that grow in New Mexico’s Sangre de Cristo, Jemez, Sandia, and Manzano Mountains, as well as neighboring ranges, including the Manzanita, San Pedro, Ortiz, and other lower-elevation mountains in central portions of the state. With more than a thousand color photographs accompanied by visual descriptions, the easy-to-use guide organizes plants first by flower color, then alphabetically by family common name, then by scientific name. The authors also include information on traditional uses of the plants by indigenous peoples and an extensive glossary and bibliography. A brief geological history and description of the ranges examines the different life zones and ecosystems and how these relate to elevation and microclimates. Wildflower enthusiasts and hikers will welcome this useful book.

This is a beautifully illustrated wildflower book for nonprofessionals, focused on the mountains of central New Mexico, including 715 color photographs of different organs and developmental stages of 201 common species occurring at approximately 6,000-11,000 feet elevation. Plant descriptions include their typical habitats, blooming period, floral and vegetative characteristics, uses by southwestern Native American tribes, the plant’s common and scientific names and plant family. Plants are divided first by flower color, then by family common name, then by scientific name.

An experienced outdoors writer, naturalist, and family camper, Christina M. Selby offers families an in-depth guide to experiencing the natural splendors of New Mexico in New Mexico Family Outdoor Adventure. With more than eighty destinations throughout the state, the Land of Enchantment offers abundant opportunities for exploration with hiking, biking, camping, skiing, wildlife watching, fishing, climbing, outdoor cultural activities, and more. Parents, grandparents, children, tweens, and teenagers will enjoy the activities and locations that Selby has enjoyed with her family and features throughout the book. Organized geographically, with easy-to-use maps, the guide explores every corner of the state with detailed descriptions and beautiful photography of trails, campsites, rivers, and lakes. At each location, every outdoor activity is graded in terms of difficulty and age-appropriateness, so you'll know exactly the right activities for every member of your family. Whether you're planning your first family adventure or are an experienced outdoors family, pick a destination and get outside. What are you waiting for?

Best Wildflower Hikes Colorado includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for some 100 of the state’s most scenic wildflower hikes. Encompassing state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, this guide includes history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates, leading hikers to remote corners to view spectacular wildflowers.

Outstanding trails displaying southern Colorado's best floral extravaganzas are featured in Volume 3 of Westcliffe Publisher's popular series.

* Guidebook to 61 hikes your children can do* Hikes near urban areas including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos, Carlsbad, and Los Cruces* Includes ideas on keeping children engaged and having fun on the trailThe trails in Best Hikes with Children in New Mexico, 2nd Ed. are chosen for kid appeal: they feature things to do and see along the way, whether it be a waterfall slide, a tadpole pool, or a mysterious cave lined with petroglyphs. Trips are rated by age range and difficulty. Turnaround points - convenient and scenic places to shorten the hike and still feel satisfied - are noted.

The Santa Fe-Taos area contains a wide selection of easily accessible trails throughout its mountains and high desert -- places where outdoors enthusiasts can explore the diverse topography and ecosystems of northern New Mexico year-round. Now for the first time in one convenient volume, seasoned guidebook author Bob D'Antonio introduces you to 52 great hikes within an hour of these two towns. From alpine peaks to sage-covered mesas, northern New Mexico offers incredible hiking opportunities -- and Santa Fe-Taos Hiking Guide leads you to the best. Book jacket.

Plant selection and garden style are deeply influenced by where we are gardening. To successfully grow a range of beautiful ornamental plants, every gardener has to know the specifics of the region’s climate, soil, and geography. Growing the Southwest Garden, by New Mexico-based garden designer Judith Phillips, is a practical and beautiful handbook for ornamental gardening in a region known for its low rainfall and high temperatures. With more than thirty years of experience gardening in the Southwest, Phillips has created an essential guide, featuring regionally specific advice on zones, microclimates, soil, pests, and maintenance. Profiles of the best plants for the region include complete information on growth and care.

It’s not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include: Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as scenic views and if it’s suitable for families with kids) Full-color photos throughout Information on the area’s history, geology, flora, and fauna Full-color maps of each trail