Backpacking Virginia
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Author | : Johnny Molloy |
Publisher | : UNC Press Books |
Total Pages | : 301 |
Release | : 2019-03-27 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 1469651599 |
Covering 40 of the best trips the state of Virginia has to offer, Backpacking Virginia provides all the information necessary for beginner and experienced backpackers alike to enjoy hiking destinations from Cumberland Gap in southwest Virginia to the New River Valley, the heart of the Blue Ridge, and Shenandoah National Park, and all the way out to the Atlantic coast. With expert guidance anyone can use, Johnny Molloy encourages a wide range of nature lovers to give backpacking a try, perhaps for the first time, in scenic natural settings. Molloy provides helpful tips for gear and enjoying life on the trail, "best-of" lists to help you choose an excursion, and detailed route information to guide you along the way. Backpacking Virginia has all the essentials for planning your trip, whether a quick overnight getaway or a multiday adventure: - More than 650 miles of trails for beginners and expert backpackers alike - Helpful overviews to introduce each route and its features - Gear and safety advice for year-round backpacking - Major points of interest highlighted on each trip - Family-friendly trails and easy bailouts for when backpacking with children - Canine-friendly trails for your furry companions - Detailed trail maps and GPS guidance for each trip - Estimated hike times, elevation change, and level of difficulty - Camping permit requirements
Author | : Allen De Hart |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9780807854716 |
In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas with hiking or interpretive trails accessible to the public. Maps and photographs supplement the descriptions. The third edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect the addition of hundreds of miles to the state's trail systems, showing which trails are best suited for foot traffic, bicycles, and horses, and which trails are handicapped-accessible. The book also includes information on how to prepare for hikes, more comprehensive introductions to parks and scenic areas, and sections on Native American and pioneer trails. This is an indispensable guide for hikers, walkers, birders, anglers, and anyone interested in exploring the Old Dominion's wealth of natural areas. *More than 1,400 trails, including all national, state, and local recreational areas *Virginia's best trail guide--now with 400 additional trails *Includes hundreds of miles of newly developed trails In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas, including hundreds of miles that are new to the state's trail systems. *Shows trails best suited for wheelchairs, foot traffic, bicycles, and horses *Highlights trails with exceptional scenery, including details on local flora and fauna *An indispensable reference for walkers, hikers, birders, anglers, and anyone who enjoys the outdoors
Author | : Erin Gifford |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 265 |
Release | : 2022-04-15 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1493060023 |
DREAM IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families features concise descriptions and detailed maps for 50+ easy-to-follow hikes in Virginia that allow families to spend time together in nature. PLAN IT Hiking with Kids Virginia: 52 Great Hikes for Families provides tips, advice and information needed to plan a winning day hike: • Diverse and engaging kid-friendly hikes all across the state • Full-color photos and maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS • Time-saving hike overviews and details on distance, difficulty, terrain and fun facts DO IT Virginia is home to tumbling falls, scenic vistas, geological wonders, tidal marshes and majestic mountains, and this guide describes many family-friendly hikes across the state that allow children to fall in love with the outdoors. • Find hikes that engage children with water features, rock scrambles and native wildlife • Experience diverse terrain that challenges, rewards, and leaves children wanting more • Take it all in, whether savoring a colorful sunset or splashing in a swimming hole
Author | : Robert Menzies Fergusson |
Publisher | : London : Digby, Long |
Total Pages | : 294 |
Release | : 1892 |
Genre | : Orkney (Scotland) |
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Author | : Glenn McAllister |
Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
Total Pages | : 242 |
Release | : 2017-05-21 |
Genre | : Appalachian Trail |
ISBN | : 9781546572145 |
Join Chef Glenn McAllister on his Appalachian Trail adventures, covering 1001 miles of rugged footpath, inspirational mountaintops, and unbounded nature. Glenn's eloquently written journal entries paint vivid pictures of the wildness of the AT, the fascinating variety of characters he met along the way, and the unexpected love story that unfolded between Georgia and West Virginia. Author of Recipes for Adventure: The Ultimate Guide to Dehydrating Food for the Trail, Chef Glenn includes a supplemental chapter with some of his favorite recipes, from unstuffed peppers to pumpkin pie, and the basics for preparing dehydrated meals.
Author | : Johnny Molloy |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 92 |
Release | : 2010-03-02 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 0762762195 |
Best Easy Day Hikes Richmond, Virginia includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.
Author | : Johnny Molloy |
Publisher | : Menasha Ridge Press |
Total Pages | : 194 |
Release | : 2012-01-15 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 0897328361 |
The heart and soul of wild, wonderful West Virginia, the mighty Monongahela National Forest is within a day's drive of one-third of the population of the United States. The best way to see and experience the stately forests and pristine waterfalls is by foot. Day and Overnight Hikes: West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest will guide visitors the entire way while exploring this national treasure.
Author | : Harry W. Murray |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 140 |
Release | : 1997 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
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Author | : Karin Wuertz-Schaefer |
Publisher | : Falcon Press Publishing |
Total Pages | : 212 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9780762702268 |
Covering sweeping vistas, splendid peaks, beaver ponds and cathedral-like virgin forests, the 75 outstanding trails in this guide are perfect for camping, hiking, backpacking and camping in George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. New photos and an update of all pertinent information and changes make this the most up-to-date guide to hiking in Virginia's National Forests.
Author | : Paul Stutzman |
Publisher | : Baker Books |
Total Pages | : 336 |
Release | : 2012-03-12 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0800720539 |
With breathtaking descriptions and humorous anecdotes from his 2,176-mile journey along the Appalachian Trail, Paul Stutzman reveals how immersing himself in nature and befriending fellow hikers helped him recover from a devastating loss.