• Linn Caroleo → Creative Consulting, Inc ( 282008
Maine Unleashed is a compilation of romps for dogs and their owners that gives the opportunity for off-lead gallops in solitary forested settings that are the antithesis of dog parks. This book tempts the urban dog walker to step off the sidewalk and into nature. To those who vacation in Maine with their pet, it gives opportunities far beyond a restricted walk around the hotel parking lot. Throw Fido in the car, grab a picnic lunch, and head for one of several coastal gems that meander through salt marshes or vistas to the ocean. Caroleo leads us on dog walks through enchanted forest loops that culminate in gushing waterfalls and mossy covered rocks around which gurgling brooks flow. There are no bones about it—these places will be revered by any dog who loves to settle into a pool of cool water and come out shaking!
An insightful personal narrative about the most spectacular canyon system in all of North America. "Mexicos Copper Canyon Country" features invaluable information on trip planning and traveling in Mexico; route descriptions of mellow day hikes and strenuous multi-day backpacks; and John Fayhees personal experiences with the Tarahumara Indians. An indispensable guide to a spectacular land and its people.
Although New England contains three of the four most densely populated states in the country, there are still numerous natural sites to be explored in this beautiful area, and this detailed guide catalogs the most unique and scenic mountains. From Mount Katahdin in Maine to the peaks above the coastline, the finest hikes are included here, along with beautiful photographs of the land and precise directions and descriptions.
The Chicago & Northwestern railroad’s Cowboy Line” was active for more than one hundred yearsdelivering gold from the Black Hills, transporting livestock from the ranches in the West, and carrying passengers through northern Nebraska. Now the 321-mile-long rail line is being remade into Nebraska’s first state recreational trail which, when completed, will become the nation’s longest rail-to-trail conversion. Nebraska’s Cowboy Trail: A User’s Guide is the essential companion for anyone planning to hike, bike, or ride horseback on the Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail, which currently extends from Norfolk to Valentine and will eventually stretch all the way to Chadron. The trail runs through numerous communities, accommodates multiple uses, and provides an up-close look at the ecology of the Great Plainsa view too easily missed when speeding by in a car. Keith Terry’s guidebook enhances appreciation of the trail’s natural advantages with descriptions of the region’s flora and fauna and with pointers for food, lodging, and camping. He also provides brief narratives about historical events that occurred along the route. This guide illuminates a historical corridor of the Great Plains and will heighten the trail user’s experience. (20080407)
Big fun for little feet-discover the best hikes for kids in the Garden State *85 hikes chosen for kid appeal (15 trails new to this fully revised edition) *Short, fun hikes between 1 to 8 miles, clearly rated easy to difficult *Tips on hiking with children and engaging them in the natural world From the northern highlands of New Jersey to the beaches and pine barrens in the south, this popular guide is written from a child's eye view (but always emphasizes safety). Kids can check out an accessible beaver colony along the trail at Heddon Park; scamper over huge boulders while overlooking the Hudson River; or look for ersatz diamonds on a Cape May Beach. Trail descriptions highlight points of interest, opportunities for learning about nature on the trail, best places to camp or fish, and more.