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Author | : Joan Burton |
Publisher | : The Mountaineers Books |
Total Pages | : 484 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9780898865660 |
The first of a new series of popular family guides combines new material and features in a handy user-friendly format.
Author | : Joan Burton |
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Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Cascade Range |
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Author | : Woodrow Rexford Clevinger |
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Total Pages | : 710 |
Release | : 1955 |
Genre | : Cascade Range |
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Author | : Susan Elderkin |
Publisher | : Mountaineers Books |
Total Pages | : 410 |
Release | : 2018-03-14 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1680510150 |
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 | : Woodrow R. Clevinger |
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Total Pages | : 710 |
Release | : 1982 |
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Author | : Herbert Hunt |
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Total Pages | : 916 |
Release | : 1917 |
Genre | : Washington (State) |
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Author | : Kevin Zobrist |
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Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2014 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780874223248 |
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 | : David Samuel Tucker |
Publisher | : Mountain Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780878426409 |
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 | : Joan Burton |
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Total Pages | : 236 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : Children |
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Author | : Cliff Mass |
Publisher | : University of Washington Press |
Total Pages | : 314 |
Release | : 2021-09-12 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0295748451 |
Powerful Pacific storms strike the region. Otherworldly lenticular clouds often cap Mount Rainier. Rain shadows create sunny skies while torrential rain falls a few miles away. The Pineapple Express brings tropical moisture and warmth during Northwest winters. The Pacific Northwest produces some of the most distinctive and variable weather in North America, which is described with colorful and evocative language in this book. Atmospheric scientist and blogger Cliff Mass, known for his ability to make complex science readily accessible to all, shares eyewitness accounts, historical episodes, and the latest meteorological knowledge. This updated, extensively illustrated, and expanded new edition features: • A new chapter on the history of wildfires and their impact on air quality • Analysis of recent floods and storms, including the Oso landslide of 2014, the 2016 “Ides of October” windstorm, and the tornado that damaged 250 homes in Port Orchard on the Kitsap Peninsula in 2018 • Fresh insight on local weather phenomena such as “The Blob” • Updates on the latest technological advances used in forecasting • A new chapter on the meteorology of British Columbia Highly readable and packed with useful scientific information, this indispensable guide is a go-to resource for outdoor enthusiasts, boaters, gardeners, and anyone who wants to understand and appreciate the complex and fascinating meteorology of the region.