Western Washington And The Cascades
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Author |
: Susan Elderkin |
Publisher |
: Mountaineers Books |
Total Pages |
: 410 |
Release |
: 2018-03-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781680510157 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1680510150 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (57 Downloads) |
Synopsis Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington by : Susan Elderkin
Trails specifically selected with younger hikers in mind Tips for family vacation destinations Features easy-to-access “nature fixes” throughout Western Washington Author Susan Elderkin has seen her kids express wonder and glee at discovering insects and flowers, melt down in tearful defiance in the middle of a trail, and triumphantly reach a summit and view. In short, she’s a regular mom who wants to encourage other parents to get their regular kids out into nature too. While Susan is an expert hiker in her own right, it’s her children who helped her to see hiking from a kid’s point of view. The result is Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington, a fresh and wholly new guide for families looking for quality time together away from their distracting devices. Guidebook features include: 125 hikes—carefully selected and vetted by both parents and children Routes range in length from less than 2 miles (great for toddlers) to as much as 6 miles (for older kids who want to test themselves) Handy info blocks give a quick snapshot of each hike: best season, difficulty, length, high point, and elevation gain 13 “Great Getaways”—weekend or vacation destinations around the state with hiking trails and other family-fun activities Colorful icons indicate star attractions of the hike: splash zone, wildflowers, old-growth, dog-friendliness, stroller-accessibility, and more “Best of” lists make it easy for families to match hikes to their kids’ interests Driving directions, complete trail information, GPS trailhead coordinates, and color map included for each hike Tips on how to motivate kids on the trail, what’s appropriate for different ages, nature facts, and more Whether you’re looking for the best hikes to hug a really big tree; take a fun and refreshing dip; see birds, animals, or waterfalls; go on a winter day; or stuff yourself with berries, Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington has you covered.
Author |
: Joan Burton |
Publisher |
: The Mountaineers Books |
Total Pages |
: 484 |
Release |
: 2006 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0898865662 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780898865660 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (62 Downloads) |
Synopsis Western Washington and the Cascades by : Joan Burton
The first of a new series of popular family guides combines new material and features in a handy user-friendly format.
Author |
: David Samuel Tucker |
Publisher |
: Mountain Press |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2015 |
ISBN-10 |
: 087842640X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780878426409 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (0X Downloads) |
Synopsis Geology Underfoot in Western Washington by : David Samuel Tucker
In Geology Underfoot in Western Washington, the most recent addition to the Geology Underfoot series, author and geoscientist Dave Tucker narrates western Washington�s geologic tales, covering sites from it�s low-lying shorelines to its rugged mountaintops. The book�s 22 chapters, or vignettes, lead you to easily accessible stops along Washington�s highways�and some trails, too.
Author |
: Kevin Zobrist |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2014 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0874223245 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780874223248 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (45 Downloads) |
Synopsis Native Trees of Western Washington by : Kevin Zobrist
In Native Trees of Western Washington, Washington State University's Kevin Zobrist examines regional indigenous trees from a forestry specialist's unique perspective. He explains basic tree physiology and a key part of their ecology--forest stand dynamics. He groups distinctive varieties into sections, all lavishly illustrated with full-color photographs. The result is a delightful and enlightening exploration of regional timberlands.
Author |
: Steve Solomon |
Publisher |
: Sasquatch Books |
Total Pages |
: 369 |
Release |
: 2015-12-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781570619731 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1570619735 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades, 35th Anniversary Edition by : Steve Solomon
The ultimate bible for organic vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest, featuring extensive updates and new material on soil health, natural pest control, and more Now in its seventh edition, this complete guide to organic vegetable, herb, and flower gardening addresses issues of soil, seeds, compost, and watering. Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades has evolved from a self-published pamphlet into the master guide to organic gardening over the past thirty-five years. Steve Solomon, who founded the Territorial Seed Company, was one of the early proponents of organic gardening, and the first to codify and refine the best practices of small-plot vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest. The approaches to understanding and preparing soils, composting, chemical-free fertilizers, efficient uses of water, and garden planning are universal to any climate or region. Solomon gets specific in his extensive advice on growing specific crops—from tomatoes and beans to kale and turnips—in the gentle maritime Northwest climate. This new and updated edition includes: • A new formula for complete organic fertilizer and how to tweak it for different soil conditions • How-to sections for herbs and ornamental plants • New organization for better usability • Updated sources for appropriate seed suppliers • Information about natural pest controls
Author |
: F. Martin Ralph |
Publisher |
: Springer Nature |
Total Pages |
: 284 |
Release |
: 2020-07-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783030289065 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3030289060 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (65 Downloads) |
Synopsis Atmospheric Rivers by : F. Martin Ralph
This book is the standard reference based on roughly 20 years of research on atmospheric rivers, emphasizing progress made on key research and applications questions and remaining knowledge gaps. The book presents the history of atmospheric-rivers research, the current state of scientific knowledge, tools, and policy-relevant (science-informed) problems that lend themselves to real-world application of the research—and how the topic fits into larger national and global contexts. This book is written by a global team of authors who have conducted and published the majority of critical research on atmospheric rivers over the past years. The book is intended to benefit practitioners in the fields of meteorology, hydrology and related disciplines, including students as well as senior researchers.
Author |
: Jared Ross Hardesty |
Publisher |
: NYU Press |
Total Pages |
: 279 |
Release |
: 2024-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781479830985 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1479830984 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (85 Downloads) |
Synopsis Mutiny on the Rising Sun by : Jared Ross Hardesty
Mutiny on the Rising Sun is a deeply human history of smuggling that demonstrates how interconnected the future United States was with the wider world, how illegal trade created markets for exotic products like chocolate, and how slavery and smuggling were key factors in the development of American capitalism.
Author |
: Amber Casali |
Publisher |
: Mountaineers Books |
Total Pages |
: 277 |
Release |
: 2018-04-16 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781680510614 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1680510614 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (14 Downloads) |
Synopsis Hiking Washington's Fire Lookouts by : Amber Casali
This new guide to hiking the fire lookouts of Washington’s Cascades and Olympics is the quintessential Northwest guide and will appeal to a wide range of hikers. Features of Hiking Washington’s Fire Lookouts include: 44 fire lookouts—those that feature access by trail All lookouts are accessible during the typical summer season Only lookouts that are still standing—no hiking up to a barren mound of broken concrete! Routes are not technical—hikers just need boots, trekking poles, and, probably, lunch Lookout history, anecdotes, and full-color photos throughout Each lookout description features the year it was constructed; access details, including overnight stays and winter access; location and land manager; roundtrip distance on trail; trail elevation gain; lookout’s elevation; map info; trailhead GPS coordinates; information about any permits or fees; and driving directions to the trailhead. Introductory chapters provide an overview of Washington State’s lookouts, as well as information about their upkeep, lookout architectural types, and general hiking tips, while an appendix provides an overview to a handful of additional lookouts in the state that are not hikable.
Author |
: Chris Maser |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 418 |
Release |
: 1998 |
ISBN-10 |
: MINN:31951D01655707G |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (7G Downloads) |
Synopsis Mammals of the Pacific Northwest by : Chris Maser
This remarkable book offers an intimate look at the life histories and habitats of mammals in the Pacific Northwest, from the coast to the high Cascades. For each species of mammal, the book provides a physical description and detailed information on distribution, habitat, and behavior. Over 100 photos.
Author |
: Craig Romano |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2009 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1594852715 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781594852718 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (15 Downloads) |
Synopsis Winter Hikes of Western Washington Deck by : Craig Romano