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by Karen Berger (Author), Jonathan Irish (Photographer), Sally Jewell (Foreword by)
Packed with hiking advice and 200 photos, this national parks coffee table book will inspire hikers and armchair travelers to explore America's crown jewels.
America's 63 national parks are made up of the greatest geographical, geological, and ecological wonders on the planet, and some of their treasures are only available to those willing to walk past the trailhead for just a mile or two. Featuring spectacular photography and information, this national park book allows you to experience each location up close. Hikes range from: - Half-mile nature walks on accessible boardwalks- Strenuous full-day hikes through rugged terrain
- Multiday backpacking trips
- Routes through mountains, canyons, waterfalls, deserts, beaches, volcanoes, glaciers and more! The national parks have more trails than any one person can hike in a lifetime. This stunning illustrated hiking book will inspire and inform hikers, walkers, and nature lovers to get out past that trailhead.
Author Biography
Karen Berger has hiked thousands of miles of trails in the national parks of the United States. She is the author of 20 books, including America's Great Hiking Trails and America's National Historic Trails.
Jonathan Irish has photographed on all seven continents and in more than 80 countries. For the 2016 National Park Service Centennial, Irish went on assignment to photograph all of America's national parks. Sally Jewell served as U.S. secretary of the interior from 2013 to 2017, overseeing the nation's national parks, wildlife refuges, and public lands under President Barack Obama. With more than 1.6 million members and supporters, National Park Conservation Association is the voice of America's national parks, working to protect and preserve the nation's most iconic and inspirational places for present and future generations. It celebrates the parks--and works tirelessly to defend them--whether on the ground, in the courtroom, or on Capitol Hill. From its national headquarters in Washington, DC, and 27 regional offices, it calls on its program and policy experts, committed volunteers, staff lobbyists, community organizers, and communications specialists to ensure that national parks are well protected.
Number of Pages: 384
Dimensions: 1.28 x 10.3 x 10.31 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: April 04, 2023
