Afoot and Afield: Orange County

Afoot and Afield: Orange County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2015-01-13
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 089997757X

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Afoot and Afield series is the classic guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California’s Orange County. Featuring more than 100 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot and Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips ranging from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks are all within a short car trip of the Southland’s cities. Every trip was re-hiked by coauthor David Money Harris for this updated edition.

Afoot and Afield Orange County

Afoot and Afield Orange County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 398
Release: 2010-08-24
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1459600223

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Wilderness Press Afoot and Afield series is the ultimate guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California's Orange County. Featuring 87 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot and Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips ranging from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks are all within a short car trip of the Southland's cities.

Afoot & Afield: Orange County

Afoot & Afield: Orange County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2014-12-22
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0899977588

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Afoot and Afield series is the classic guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California's Orange County. Featuring more than 100 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot and Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips ranging from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks are all within a short car trip of the Southland's cities. Every trip was re-hiked by coauthor David Money Harris for this updated edition.

Afoot and Afield: Los Angeles County

Afoot and Afield: Los Angeles County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2010-02-11
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0899976395

Jerry Schad is your knowledgeable and reliable guide for the 192 trips in this book--ranging from gentle family walks in Griffith Park to strenuous treks over the spine of the San Gabriel Mountains. Whether you see solace from the crowds, a cardiovascular workout, or a new perspective of the natural world around you, this book provides all you need to know.The second edition of this popular book covers all of the county's open spaces. A total of 192 hikes-including 17 new ones-are described in detail with trips organized into specific areas. Illustrated; detailed maps.

Afoot and Afield in San Diego County

Afoot and Afield in San Diego County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher:
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2003
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780899972299

Our bestselling guidebook explores San Diego County with its wealth of natural scenery - unspoiled coastal canyons, pine-crested mountains, and spectacular desert landscapes. 220 hiking trips are organized by geographical areas, with detailed maps.

Inventing the Fiesta City

Inventing the Fiesta City
Author: Laura Hernández-Ehrisman
Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2016-03-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 0826343112

The story of how the multicultural identity of San Antonio, Texas, has been shaped and polished through its annual fiesta since the late nineteenth century.

Coast to Cactus

Coast to Cactus
Author: Diana Lindsay
Publisher: Sunbelt Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781941384206

Coast to Cactus: The Canyoneer Trail Guide to San Diego Outdoors is much more than a hiking guide. Written by the San Diego Natural History Museum Canyoneers, it is the new bible for really getting to know and appreciate the countys biodiversity while exploring firsthand. The guide has 250 hikes, each with its own map and photograph, hike description with mileage, elevation gain/loss, difficulty rating, directions to the trailhead with GPS, trail use, special features, and type of habitat(s) found on each hike. Each hike has a focus on a species or natural/cultural history feature associated with that hike.

Wild LA

Wild LA
Author: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2019-03-19
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1604697105

Los Angeles may have a reputation as a concrete jungle, but in reality, it’s incredibly biodiverse, teeming with an amazing array of animals and plants. You just need to know where to find them. Wild LA—from the experts at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County—is the guidebook you’ve been waiting for. Equal parts natural history book, field guide, and trip planner, Wild LA has something for everyone. You’ll learn about the factors shaping LA nature—including flood, fire, and climate change—and find profiles of over one hundred local species, from sea turtles to rare plants to Hollywood's famous mountain lion, P-22. Also included are day trips that detail which natural wonders you can experience on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard.

Afoot and Afield Orange County

Afoot and Afield Orange County
Author: Jerry Schad
Publisher:
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2006-02-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780899973975

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Wilderness Press Afoot & Afield series is the ultimate guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California's Orange County. Featuring 87 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot & Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips range from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks, and are all within a short car trip of the Southland's cities.

Urban Hikes Southern California

Urban Hikes Southern California
Author: Robert Inman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2021-06-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493052586

Explore Southern California's iconic beaches, Pacific shore, and mountain views without traveling deep into the backcountry. This book features easy-to-follow urban trails that allow hikers of all levels to discover the landmarks that shape the Golden state’s cities and towns. Urban Hikes Southern California provides the latest information to plan a customized trip: Common and lesser-known hikes, from city center strolls to forest trails Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS Insightful hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, canine compatibility, and more California boasts a plethora of great urban hikes, and this guide highlights both family-friendly footpaths and culinary and gastronomic delights found along the way. Find hikes suited to every ability. Stroll Orange County's Laguna Beach to take in the sights or enjoy a pint of local beer after a walk to Downtown Los Angeles from the Hollywood Hills. Discover arboretum trails, waterfront walks, after-work rambles, and more.