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Countryman Press Reading The Forested Landscape - Landscape is much more than scenery to be observed or even terrain to be traveled, as this fascinating and many-layered book vividly shows us. Etched into the land is the history of how we have inhabited it, the storms and fires that have shaped it, and its response to these and other changes. An intrepid sleuth and articulate tutor, Wessels teaches us to read a landscape the way we might solve a mystery.

Countryman Press 50 Hikes in the Adirondacks - Barbara McMartin has been hiking in the Adirondacks for decades; her family, for generations. She has distilled her vast experience into the 50 hikes offered here, representing a cross-section of the wilderness and wild forest: rugged peak climbs, gentle trips to distant waterfalls, bushwhacks to wild rivers. In all she describes 360 miles of trails to caves, uninhabited lakes, wetlands, cliffs, and fire towers across the Park's 6 million acres.

Countryman Press Backwoods Ethics - This book presents a stringent ethic of low-impact hiking, camping, cooking, and alpine management. It details practical techniques for responsible outdoor recreation. Case studies discuss unresolved impact issues concerning bushwhacking, dogs, rock climbing, and winter camping. The authors are outdoor enthusiasts. This item is the first edition..

Countryman Press Backyard Sugarin - From buying equipment to tapping your own trees to boiling the sap, this is the classic, best-selling guide to making maple syrup. This little book swept maple sugarin' buffs off their feet when it first appeared and is still the top-selling guide to the craft after nearly 30 years in print. Like the previous editions, this one tells you how you can make maple syrup right in your own backyard without having to build a sap house or buy buckets, holding tanks, evaporators and other expensive paraphernalia.

Countryman Press Wilderness Ethics - Without some management, the world's wilderness cannot survive the number of people who seek to enjoy it. But with too much management-or the wrong kind-we will destroy the spiritual component of wildness in our zeal to preserve its physical side. In Wilderness Ethics, Laura and Guy Waterman look beyond the ecology of the backcountry to the factors that make it "wild." Improved trailside facilities, large groups seeking "wilderness experiences," technological supports such as radios and emergency helicopters, and even new regulations designed to preserve wild areas, have all had an impact on the way we experience the backcountry.

Countryman Press 50 Hikes in the White Mountains - The White Mountains of New Hampshire are the crown jewels of Northeast hiking. From Franconia Notch's abrupt and plush trails up Mounts Flume, Liberty, and Lafayette; to the gentler grades and shorter treks of Hedghog and Stinson Mountains, and East and Greeley Ponds; to the legendary peaks of the presidential Range, hikers of all ages and experience can find endless opportunities to put their feet on a path.

Countryman Press Sea Kayaking Virginia - If you and your kayak are ready to tackle some new waters, Sea Kayaking Virginia: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from Georgetown to Chincoteague , by Andrea J. Nolan, offers plenty of options for scenic day trips. Describes 30 paddles in the Northern Virginia/Northern Neck, Middle and Lower Peninsula, Southeastern Virginia, and Eastern Shore areasEach paddling trip description includes a map, total distance, launch area, interesting features, driving directions, detailed trip description, and alternative trips9 x 6 x 0.75 in.

Countryman Press 50 Hikes In The Maine Mountainss - After more than two decades of hiking," writes Cloe Chunn, "I am even more in love with this place." "This place" is northern Maine, a magnificent and largely unspoiled stretch of landscape encompassing Baxter State Park, the Rangeley Lakes, Aroostook County, and much more. Chunn leads hikers up Maine's highest and most scenic peaks-Mounts Katahdin, Kineo, Traveler, and Doubletop-from gentle grades to vertiginious scrambling along the Knife's Edge.

Countryman Press Covered Bridges Of Vermont - For many people, covered bridges are much more than picturesque: they represent a living link with an appealing part of our past. Along with a sense of romance, we associate them with an era of hard work, creativity, and ingenuity. Each bridge sparks a new curiosity. Why was it built, how, when, and by whom How has it lasted when so many others have disappeared. This guide will answer these and other questions about all 106 of Vermont's remaining, authentic, historic covered bridges.

Countryman Press Deep Survival Paperback - Deep Survival has made a profound and lasting impression on wilderness travelers and extreme sport enthusiasts. It is being used by the head of training for the Navy SEALs and by wildland firefighters, police, and others. But it has also been embraced by a growing number of people who do not take great risks or seek adventure. Legg Mason Capital Management recently featured Gonzales in its in-house book club, and the National Football League has embraced Deep Survival by distributing it to all its members.

Countryman Press Dog Friendly New England - With the aid of her trusty mutt Sadie, intrepid traveler and dog lover Trisha Blanchet has journeyed throughout New England and completely updated this best-selling guidebook to dog-friendly attractions, activities, lodgings, and restaurants. There is a plenitude of places to go with your dog, and Blanchet seems to have found them all throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Packed with more than 100 new listings, descriptions include a lively array of details to help you choose where to roam with your four-footed pal.

Countryman Press Kayaking The Maine Coast - Dorcas Miller explored every inch of Maine's rocky coast to produce what has become the indispensable resource for anyone who launches a kayak in Maine's coastal waters. In this completely updated edition, she has once again scoured the shore from south to north for the latest information on launch sites, mainland and island accessibility, historic sites, and natural areas. Paddlers at all levels will appreciate the detailed information for planning day trips and multi-day expeditions.

Countryman Press Maine: An Explorers Guide - The Maine "bible" celebrates its 10th edition as the most comprehensive guide to the state. Christina Tree and Elizabeth Roundy Richards have explored every corner of the state to provide discriminating, opinionated recommendations for travelers of all stripes. From rustic sporting lodges, rafting trips, and hiking trails, to artists' colonies, historic homes, and museums, they guide readers beyond the lobster pounds and tourist trails of the heavily traveled coast, into the far reaches of this vast and beautiful state.34 up-to-date regional and downtown mapsan alphabetical "what's where" subject guide for trip planningMore than 1,000 dining and lodging reviewscalendar guides to annual events and...

Countryman Press New England Seacoast Adventure - This guide to adventure along the New England coast includes information on dozens of sports and outdoor activities. Stephen Jermanok has traveled the New England coast from Connecticut to Maine to recommend dozens of outdoor sports and activities for travelers. The book is organized geographically to give information on outdoor activities along the seacoast in each state. Also included is information on state parks and recreation areas, wilderness areas, and camping opportunities.

Countryman Press New England Waterfalls - This guidebook describes more than 200 waterfalls in New England, along with instructions on how to reach them. This guidebook to waterfalls across New England offers rewarding outings for families and individuals alike. More than 200 waterfalls are described according to location, waterfall type, height, and water source. Each description includes driving directions and comprehensive hiking instructions to reach the falls. Also included are the history, legend, and lore surrounding the waterfalls..

Countryman Press New Hampshire Explorers Guide - From spectacular mountain summits to tranquil lakes and a small but vibrant coastline, New Hampshire has long been a destination for travelers seeking respite and recreation. Now this completely updated sixth edition of the state's oldest travel guide provides thorough and trustworthy advice for travelers of every taste and budget. This guide includes opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, vacation cottages, and campgrounds; hundreds of dining recommendations, from roadside diners to four-star cuisine; 16 up-to-date regional and downtown maps; an alphabetical What's Where subject guide to aid in trip planning; and handy icons that point out places of extra value, family- and pet-friendly...

Countryman Press The Granite Landscape (Countryman) - From the author/illustrator team that produced the bestselling Reading the Forested Landscape comes this fascinating and beautiful natural history of North America's granite summit balds. Tom Wessels synthesizes history, geology, biology, and personal narrative to enhance our understanding and appreciation of these high, wild places. He explores the unique and fragile ecosystem that is common to exposed granite expanses from Acadia to Yosemite-how it evolved slowly over millennia, and how it is threatened today by foot traffic and overuse.

Countryman Press The Granite Landscape (Hardcover) - From the author/illustrator team that produced the bestselling Reading the Forested Landscape comes this fascinating and beautiful natural history of North America's granite summit balds. Tom Wessels synthesizes history, geology, biology, and personal narrative to enhance our understanding and appreciation of these high, wild places. He explores the unique and fragile ecosystem that is common to exposed granite expanses from Acadia to Yosemite-how it evolved slowly over millennia, and how it is threatened today by foot traffic and overuse.

Countryman Press Trout Streams No. New England - Northern New England is known for its many beautiful lakes, rivers, and streams-and for outstanding fly-fishing. From Vermont's Batten Kill, to the headwaters of the mighty Connecticut in New Hampshire, to the Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers in Maine, David Klausmeyer has investigated the far reaches of northern New England to recommend the very best fly-fishing for trout and landlocked salmon. Klausmeyer has spent years as a researcher, writer, and editor for several national fly-fishing magazines.

Countryman Press Vermont An Explorers Guide - "This all-new eleventh edition of Vermont: An Explorer's Guide covers every corner of the Green Mountain state, from the lush shores of the Connecticut River to the panoramas of Lake Champlain, up through the Green Mountains, and beyond the most popular tourist destinations to delight travelers of all tastes and budgets.".