Costa Rica Wildlife (Pocket Naturalist Guide)
by James Kavanagh and Waterford Press
One of the richest ecosystems on Earth, Costa Rica is home to over 500,000 species of animals (mostly insects). ?The Jesus Christ lizard (a basilisk that can run on water) is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species ?of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and butterflies. This convenient laminated guide is an ideal, portable source of practical informat...
Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and AA 50 Walks in the Lake District features a variety of mapped walks of two to ten miles, to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife of the Lake District, and clear full colour mapping for ease of use. Every route has been colour coded according to difficulty. All walks are annotated with local points of interest and places to s...
This guidebook details the Pilgrims' Way, an historic pilgrimage route to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, home of the shrine of the martyred archbishop, St Thomas Becket. The route is described both from Winchester in Hampshire (138 miles) and London's Southwark Cathedral (901/4 miles), with an optional spur to Rochester Cathedral. With relatively easy walking on ancient byways, the route from Winchester is presented in 15 stages of 5-14 miles: it can be comfortably completed in under a fortnight....
Moon New Hampshire Camping & Hiking (Moon Outdoors)
by Jacqueline Tourville
"A walking tour of the Portland, Oregon neighborhood where Beverly Cleary spent her childhood and the landmarks, sights, and natural features that inspired her beloved children's books about Ramona, Beezus, and Henry Huggins"--
National Geographic Walking Prague (National Geographic Walking Guide)
by Will Tizard
See the best of Prague with this streamlined walking guide, complete with 12 step-by-step itineraries and maps, to help you explore the city like a pro and navigate like a local. Created in a handy, take-along format, this guide is written by a seasoned travel writer to help conjure the spirit of the place in elegant text enhanced by National Geographic's famous eye for good pictures. Including must-do neighborhood itineraries, insider tips on how to visit recommended sights, and indispensable i...
Craggy coastal cliffs, towering active volcanoes, and cascading waterfalls: wherever you turn in Washington, adventure awaits. Pack a lunch, lace up your boots, and hit the trails with Moon Washington Hiking. Inside you'll find:* Diverse Hiking Options: Whether you plan to take leisurely lakeside walks or challenging journeys around Mount Pilchuck, enjoy outdoor getaways ranging from easy day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips* Find Your Hike: Looking for something specific? Choose from strate...
The spicy scent of crawfish, the crooning of a corner saxophonist, the refreshing sip of an authentic Sazerac: New Orleans is a true sensory feast. Take a bite out of the Big Easy with Moon New Orleans. *Explore the City: Navigate by neighbourhood or by activity with colour-coded maps, or follow a guided neighbourhood walk through Uptown, the Warehouse District, Treme, and more*See the Sites: Learn about African American history at the Backstreet Cultural Museum, ride the St. Charles Streetcar,...
Who would have guessed that a small province could hold so many falls? Overall, New Brunswick is home to more than 1,000 waterfalls -- some remote, and some surprisingly accessible. Spilling over an incredible range of ancient geological terrain, each of the fifty-five waterfalls photographed for this richly illustrated volume is complemented by descriptoins, directions, and background information on each site.Guitard's photographs are composed with an eye to the diversity and particular beauty...
All the mapping you need to walk the Ridgeway National Trail an 87-mile (139km) route through southern England from Avebury in Wiltshire to Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire. Following a ridge of chalk hills through the Chiltern Hills AONB and North Wessex Downs AONB, the Ridgeway is usually completed over 6-8 days and can be walked all year round. NOTE An accompanying Cicerone guidebook - The Ridgeway - describes the full route with lots of other practical information. The Cicerone guidebook...
This new guide features more than 50 trails for hiking and cycling on Prince Edward Island, Canada's own emerald isle, included in the book are new trails in Prince Edward Island National Park and the just-completed Confederation Trail, the final (or initial, depending on which way you're facing!) leg of the Trans-Canada Trail. Michael Haynes hiked and mapped each trail and provides detailed maps, trail descriptions, and GPS coordinates, as well as information on time, length, difficulty, and fa...
Turner Classic Movies Cinematic Cities: New York
by Christian Blauvelt
For armchair travellers, film buffs, tourists and city dwellers alike, Turner Classic Movies takes you on a one-of-a-kind tour of the cinematic sites of New York City.Highlighting the great films set in the Big Apple since the dawn of cinema to the present, Cinematic Cities: New York City is both a trove of information including behind-the-scenes stories and trivia, and a practical guide full of tips on where to go, eat, drink, shop, and sleep to follow along the path of your favourite films set...
Moon Canadian Rockies: With Banff & Jasper National Parks (Eleventh Edition) (Travel Guide)
by Andrew Hempstead
Snowy peaks, icy glaciers, glittering lakes, and alpine meadows: Answer the call of the wild with Moon Canadian Rockies. Inside you'll find:* Strategic, flexible itineraries in the national parks, including a two-week Canadian Rockies road trip* The best hikes in the Canadian Rockies: Find the right trek for you with details on length, elevation gains, difficulty levels, and trailheads* Can't-miss outdoor experiences: Hike to incredible vistas and try to spot moose, bighorn sheep, wolves, and bl...
The south-eastern Grampians of the former county of Perthshire may be grassier and less rugged than other Scottish mountains, but they are just as big. The routes in this guide take you to the summits of these 'jolly green giants' - covering all of the region's Munros, often by unconventional routes, as well as several Corbetts and smaller hills - and also over the Atholl passes, along rivers and through the woods of Perthshire's 'Big Tree Country'. The 80 walks comprise a mixture of low-level,...
Discover Lincolnshire's beautiful countryside with this guide to some of the best walks in the county. The 15 circular routes vary in length from 4 to 7 miles and are centred on a broad variety of pubs - many of them award-winning, and all recommended for their good food and warm welcome. Explore the coast near Anderby Creek, the woods in the Wolds, the hills in the vales, the marshes of the fens, the dozens of canals and rivers, and take in views of the mighty Humber Bridge. Enjoy a city walk...
Pathfinder Hampshire (R) covers parts of the New Forest, South Downs and Fullerton. This selection offers interest, regional variety and balance of routes in Hampshire providing the best walks in the area. From an easy stroll through Bishop's Dyke to the much more challenging walks in the East Meion and the Downs this volume contains something for everyone. Covering walks through the whole of Hampshire both popular and little known scenic routes including Highland Water, Standing Hat and Brocken...
The 40 walks in this guidebook explore the stunning summer landscapes around Briancon. Walks range from 4 to 21km, and cover the valleys of Claree, Cerveyrette, Ayes, Durance and Guisane, as well as the area around Vallouise and Montgenevre. All the routes are circular and graded from easy to very hard, so there are walks to suit all abilities.Alongside detailed route descriptions and maps, the guidebook provides practical advice on when to visit and the best bases for exploring the region. Ther...
Hiking Trekking Log Book Journal Notebook Diary - On Rocky Ridges
by Hikers Adventures Logbooks