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Alaska's Wilderness Medicines: Healthful Plants of the Far North - Paperback

$17.26

by Eleanor G. Viereck (Author), Dominique Collett (Illustrator), Patsy Turner Egan (Contribution by)"Whenever I open it, I find another marvelous tidbit, like Viereck's description of uses for soft, acidic plant sphagnum, or peat moss, the plant often found chinking the walls of log cabins..." - Fairbanks News-MinerThis guide to Alaskan wild plants, native and introduced, is a great way to acquaint people with Alaskan wild plants that can be used to promote health and healing, use for emergen...

$12.95

by Frank del Monte (Author)Back Jacket-- Maps-- Directions-- Riding times-- Day rides-- One week tours-- Safety tips-- Airlines info-- Arizona trivia-- Weather facts-- Hotel Info-- Attractions: -- Grand Canyon-- Ghost Towns-- Trains-- Mines-- Museums-- Indian Reservations Number of Pages: 142 Dimensions: 0.41 x 8.52 x 5.56 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 01, 1994

Leadville: Colorado's Magic City - Paperback

$29.14

by Edward Blair (Author)The only full-length book of its kind, Leadville: Colorado's Magic City ? is a highly readable, well-researched people's history filled with the lore and magic that made Leadvill great.Back JacketThe only full-length book of its kind, Leadville: Colorado's Magic City is a highly readable, well-researched people's history filled with the lore and magic that made Leadvill great. Number of Pages: 256 Dimensions: 0.7 x 10.7 x 8.3 IN Publication Date: September 01, 1995

Arizona Family Field Trips: New 5th Edition - Paperback

$24.41

by Marty Campbell (Author)In Arizona Family Field Trips, author Marty Campbell takes you on a journey of discovery in the Grand Canyon State. Calling Arizona home for more than fifty years, Marty highlights the wonders of Arizona in an authoritative guide that will become your trusted road trip planner. From museums to national monuments and resorts to ancient ruins, Marty shares the Arizona destinations that he and his family began exploring a half-century ago.Each of the book's 200+ destina...

Oregon Travel Guide 2023: From Crater Lakes to Coastal Charms - Discover the Pacific Wonderland - Paperback

$17.53

by Curtis Kerr (Author)"Oregon: From Crater Lakes to Coastal Charms - Discover the Pacific Wonderland" is a captivating travel guide that takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and hidden gems of Oregon. Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of Crater Lake, explore the iconic Haystack Rock on the Oregon Coast, and indulge in the culinary delights of Portland's vibrant food scene. From thrilling outdoor adventures to cultural discoveries and serene moment...

German Picture Dictionary Coloring Book: Over 1500 German Words and Phrases for Creative & Visual Learners of All Ages - Paperback

$18.58

by Lingo Mastery (Author)Pictures, Coloring, Quizzes and more... The new way of learning languages has arrived! Learning a new language is a new way of meeting new people, opening doors in your professional career and attracting fresh opportunities when traveling around the world, as you may know. The great thing is - whether you want to learn German to visit Germany's precious historic landmarks or simply meet wonderful German people - we've got you covered! While you may have previously fel...

Advancing Hospitality: How Hoteliers Can Tackle Their Challenges Leading the Way - Paperback

$21.37

by Marcos V. Bravo (Author)To change and improve ourselves or our current environments, we must first go to other places. And when we go, we will need hospitality, which is the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers.Hospitality is much more than businesses, although it is often seen through their lenses, and hospitality as a business is what made the industry so prominent. However, hospitality, historically and in essence, is much more than that an...

Oregon Bucket List Adventure Guide - Paperback

$21.44

by Sarah Gardner (Author)Exploring Oregon: A Guide To Over 100 Must-Visit DestinationsTraveling to Oregon is unlike any other adventure you crossed off your bucket list. The ultimate dreamland for adventurous spirits whose soul craves deep connection with nature, Oregon is rich in picturesque landscapes that'll leave you breathless.As you travel the distance through the lush forests and mountains of Oregon, and then all the way through its pristine waterfalls and caves, you'll have the time o...

Arizona Bucket List Adventure Guide - Paperback

$16.07

by Michael Cordova (Author)Exploring Arizona: A Guide To Over 100 Must-Visit DestinationsTraveling to Arizona is unlike any other adventure you crossed off your bucket list. The ultimate dreamland for adventurous spirits whose soul craves deep connection with nature, Arizona is rich in picturesque landscapes that'll leave you breathless.As you travel the distance through the deserts and canyons of Arizona and then all the way through its pristine waterfalls and caverns, you'll have the time o...

Yellowstone National Park Tour Guide Book: Your personal tour guide for Yellowstone travel adventure! - Paperback

$8.03

by Waypoint Tours (Author)Discover the incredible highlights, history, geology & nature of Yellowstone National Park with this entertaining, educational, point-by-point Waypoint Tour complete with park insider stories, breathtaking photography & detailed tour maps. Your personal tour guide for Yellowstone travel adventure Waypoints Include: 1) Yellowstone 2) Madison & Firehole Canyon 3) Fountain Paint Pots 4) Firehole Lake Drive 5) Midway Geyser Basin 6) Biscuit & Black Sand ...

Experience Twilight: The Ultimate Twilight Fan Travel Guide - Paperback

$20.18

by Sabrina Kent (Illustrator), Katherine Kidd (Author)Twilight fans can walk in the footsteps of Edward and Bella. Filled with all the information you need to plan a fabulous Twilight themed day or full blown vacation. While traveling you'll find the maps and directions helpful. Once you get to each location you can reference the Guide for information about where scenes were filmed, where stars and crew spent their off time and other insider tips. Includes: Twilight film and book locations; p...

New Hampshire Covered Bridges - Paperback

$17.87

by Harold Stiver (Author)A new guide to the more than 50 historic Covered Bridges in the New Hampshire area. Up to date information on each one. Included for each bridge are detailed directions and GPS coordinates. If you've ever spent time looking for a Covered Bridge and couldn't find it, or found that it was no longer there, you understand why it is important to have current information. There is a photo of each site as well as photo tips peculiar to that bridge. Some history and construct...

Nazca: Decoding The Riddle Of The Lines - Paperback

$13.43

by Brien D. Foerster (Author)The lines of Nazca, as well as the animal and plant geoglyphs located on the vast flat expanse in southern Peru south of Lima have perplexed researchers since their rediscovery in the early 20th century. The theories as to what they represent vary from landing strips made for or by extraterrestrials to maps charting the movement of underground water. This book, by Peruvian resident and author Brien Foerster, who has lived in the Nazca area and is an expert on pre-...

$12.08

by Brien Foerster (Author)The lines of Nazca, as well as the animal and plant geoglyphs located on the vast flat expanse in southern Peru south of Lima have perplexed researchers since their rediscovery in the early 20th century. The theories as to what they represent vary from landing strips made for or by extraterrestrials to maps charting the movement of underground water. This book, by Peruvian resident and author Brien Foerster, who has lived in the Nazca area and is an expert on pre-Col...

Guide to the New Mexico Mountains: 50th Anniversary Edition - Paperback

$26.93

by Liesl Ungnade (Author)This must-have compact guide bookdescribes more than 100 mountain ranges in New Mexico. It is a 2016 finalist in the New Mexico/Arizona Book Awards contest and was featured in the August 2017 edition of New Mexico Magazine See vintage and recent photographs that showcase the beauty and uniqueness of the Land of Enchantment. Find information about New Mexico's National Parks, Monuments, geology, archaeology, sports, ski areas, and Native people. Hand drawn maps show t...

Beaufort's Old Burying Ground: North Carolina - Hardcover

$43.18

by Diane Hardy (Author), Marilyn Collins (Author), Mamre Wilson (Author)Beaufort, bordered by the waters of Taylor's Creek and Beaufort Inlet, is a picturesque, thriving coastal town, filled with rich traditions and a unique North Carolina heritage. Historic homes and shops, many predating the birth of George Washington, stand majestically in the shadows of graceful live oak trees. The town's sidewalks are lined with white picket fences, distinguished by a rainbow assortment of well-tended fl...

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by Lynne S. Brown (Author)In today's Florida of strip malls and mega attractions, there is little perception of the state as part of the American frontier, but the hardy folks who settled Gulfport were truly pioneers. Moving away from lives disturbed or destroyed by the Civil War and its aftermath, these early families made homes on an isolated bluff surrounded by tidal flats and bayous, filled with virgin pine and palmetto scrub. From these modest beginnings, a small but thriving fishing vil...

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by Kay Turnbaugh (Author)Nederland survived three boom-and-bust cycles involving three different minerals. During the silver boom, U.S. president Ulysses S. Grant visited Central City in 1873 and walked on silver bricks that had been mined in Caribou and milled in Nederland. The second boom followed the discovery of gold in Eldora in 1897 and lasted only a few years. The third boom was sparked by the discovery of tungsten by Sam Conger, the same man who made the original discovery of silver i...

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by Anita L. Roberts (Author), Jean Babcock (Foreword by)In 1939, Branson was described as "the paradise of the Ozarks--the playground of America." Originally home to the Osage, the harsh rocky terrain made homesteading difficult. The Ozarks's wilderness became a hideout for bushwhackers following the Civil War. The masked "Bald Knobbers" developed as vigilantes to defend mountain families. Today, the "Baldknobbers" are known as Branson's first musical show. In 1894, tours began in Marble Cave...

Hot Springs and Hot Pools of the Northwest - Paperback

$29.63

by Marjorie Gersh-Young (Author)The Premier Hot Springs Guidebook for Natural Hot Springs & Resorts in the NW United States. If you are looking for places to stay on a road trip, or upscale spa's and resorts, this book has it all Detailed descriptions, directions, and photos of hundreds of hot springs and resorts in Oregon, Washington, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, British Columbia, Alberta, Alaska, & Puerto Rico. Number of Pages: 236 Dimensions: 0.5 x 10 x 7.01 IN Publication Date: May 0...

Bend, Oregon Daycations: Day Trips for Curious Families - Paperback

$17.48

by Kim Cooper Findling (Author)Today is perfect for a daycation. Calling all Bend, Oregon visitors, new residents and anyone who is curious about the exciting destinations that surround this beautiful city. Bend, Oregon Daycations is your source for fun one-day travel narratives for families. Learn what to take, where to go, and what not to miss on 19 Oregon day trips within a two-hour radius of Bend.Follow easy itineraries packed with information to explore these places and more: The Painted...

Quintessential Sarasota: Stories and Pictures from the 1920s to the 1950s - Hardcover

$34.54

by Jeff Lahurd (Author)From local writer and historian Jeff LaHurd comes Quintessential Sarasota: Stories and Pictures from the 1920s and the 1950s celebrating the history, people and places of Sarasota, Florida. Written in a light and entertaining style and using extraordinary historical images, LaHurd conveys a nostalgia for Sarasota s heyday in the early 20th century. This collection of columns takes a light and entertaining look back at colorful past. Using many unique and archival images...

Rhinebeck's Historic Beekman Arms - Hardcover

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by Brian Plumb (Author), Matthew Plumb (Author)Nestled in the picturesque Hudson Valley town of Rhinebeck, the Beekman Arms began humbly as a stagecoach and mail stop on the Old Albany Post Road at the end of the eighteenth century. Of more than forty stage stops that operated along that path, it is the only one still in existence. Through the tenure of many landlords and several notable renovations, it has evolved into the stately inn it is today. Proclaimed the oldest hotel in America" sinc...

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by Ana Pacheco (Author)The history of Santa Fe is encapsulated in imagery. Remnants of unearthed Native American artifacts from eons ago shed light on its first inhabitants. By the 17th century, Spanish settlers were capturing everyday life with brushstrokes on canvas. In the 1850s, the epic of this ancient land was brought to life through the camera's lens. These early images, which tell the story of the convergence of humanity, are as varied as the people themselves. They arrived at differe...

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by Theresa Mitchell Barbo (Author)The salty waves and sandy beaches of Cape Cod disguise its fascinating and nearly forgotten history. From Provincetown to Falmouth, the Cape's fifteen towns offer a plethora of hidden and enchanting tales. Learn why one of the most famous rescues in Coast Guard history spent nearly fifty years in the shadows without public notice. Discover which wild creature went from the nineteenth-century soup pot to enjoying conservation protection under state law. Histor...

Hidden History of the Mid-Hudson Valley: Stories from the Albany Post Road - Hardcover

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by Carney Rhinevault (Author), Tatiana Rhinevault (Author)The Albany Post Road was the vital artery between New York City and the state capital in Albany in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It saw a host of interesting events and colorful characters, though these unusual and extraordinary stories, as well as their connection to the thoroughfare, are oft forgotten. Revolutionary War spies marched this path, and anti-rent wars rocked Columbia County. Underground Railroad safe houses in ...

Taming Big Sky Country: The History of Montana Transportation from Trails to Interstates - Hardcover

$36.70

by Jon Axline (Author)Drives this breathtaking did not come easy. Cruising down Montana's scenic highways, it's easy to forget that traveling from here to there once was a genuine adventure. The state's major routes evolved from ancient Native American trails into four-lane expressways in a little over a century. That story is one of difficult, groundbreaking and sometimes poor engineering decisions, as well as a desire to make a journey faster, safer and more comfortable. It all started in 1...

Palm Springs Golf: A History of Coachella Valley Legends & Fairways - Hardcover

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by Larry Bohannan (Author)Against a dramatic background of desert mountains, the sparkling green fairways of the Coachella Valley have attracted world-class golf tournaments, athletes and dignitaries for decades. In the 1920s, enterprising oil tycoon Tom O'Donnell built one of the first nine-hole courses in Palm Springs, and the area was a hangout for Hollywood's elite by the 1940s and '50s. Bob Hope's namesake PGA Tour event became a mainstay, while Bing Crosby, Dinah Shore, the Marx Brother...

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by Skylar Browning (Author), Jeremy Watterson (Author)The Wild West had nothing on Montana's first baseball games. Fights, booze, cheating and gambling fueled the state's inaugural professional league in 1892. The turn of the century brought star-studded barnstorming tours and threats of bloodshed. Big Sky Country embraced a distinctly different version of the old ballgame, and Montana players who made their way to big league diamonds helped change the sport on and off the field. From the Lew...

A History Lover's Guide to Detroit - Hardcover

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by Karin Risko (Author), Rodney L. Arroyo (Photographer)Detroit's auto heritage is known worldwide, but this fascinating city's history runs much deeper. Step inside the tiny recording studio where Berry Gordy, a young entrepreneur who faced tremendous prejudice, created a music empire that broke down racial barriers. Tour Art Deco masterpieces so spectacular they're called "cathedrals" to commerce and finance. Walk in the footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Cobo Hall, where he first d...

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by Brian D'Ambrosio (Author)Montanans' football obsession goes far beyond storied college programs. From Baker to Zurich, even the tiniest towns in Montana have sent players to the NFL. One of the most dominant offensive linemen of the 1940s was Anaconda's own Francis Cope, who earned All-Decade honors as a New York Giant. Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991, MSU alum Jan Stenerud was the league's first soccer-style kicker. Pat Donovan, who earned a Super Bowl ring with the Dalla...

Best Tent Camping: Oregon: Your Car-Camping Guide to Scenic Beauty, the Sounds of Nature, and an Escape from Civilization - Hardcover

$42.07

by Becky Ohlsen (Author)The guide to the top 50 tent campsites in Oregon. The new, full-color edition of Best Tent Camping: Oregon by Becky Ohlsen guides campers to the state's quietest and most scenic campsites. It's the perfect resource for those who blanch at the thought of pitching a tent on a concrete slab, trying to sleep through the blare of another camper's boom box, or waking up to find your tent surrounded by RVs. The book contains detailed campground layout maps; key information s...