| Explorer's Guide 50 Hikes in Minnesota: Day Hikes from Forest to Prairie to River Bluff Contributor(s): Ruff, Gwen (Author), Woit, Ben (Author) |
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ISBN: 0881506222 ISBN-13: 9780881506228 Publisher: Countryman Press OUR PRICE: $23.70 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2005 Annotation: This all-news hiking guide covers Minnesota's distinct areas of terrain and habitat--the northern arboreal forests, the western prairies, the deciduous forests, and the southeastern Mississippi River bluffs. These diverse areas offer a wide variety of hiking experiences, flora and fauna, and spectacular vistas. Ranging from easy walks of several miles to daylong outings, these hikes take advantage of Minnesota's extensive and well-maintained state and national parks. Bonus destinations of historical importance of scenic value also are described. Each chapter includes driving directions to the trailhead, a topographic map, trail mileage and estimated hiking time, a trail description with safety notes, and stories of the human, natural, and geological history you'll encounter along the way. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | United States - Midwest - West North Central (ia, Ks, Mn, Mo, Nd, Ne, Sd) - Travel | Special Interest - Hikes & Walks - Sports & Recreation | Hiking |
| Dewey: 917.760 |
| LCCN: 2004061851 |
| Series: Explorer's 50 Hikes |
| Physical Information: 0.65" H x 6.1" W x 9" (0.86 lbs) 242 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Minnesota - Cultural Region - Midwest |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This all-new hiking guide covers Minnesota's distinct areas of terrain and habitat--the northern arboreal forests, the western prairies, the deciduous forests, and the southeastern Mississippi River bluffs. These diverse areas offer a wide variety of hiking experiences, flora and fauna, and spectacular vistas. Ranging from easy walks of several miles to daylong outings, these hikes take advantage of Minnesota's extensive and well-maintained state and national parks. Bonus destinations of historical importance or scenic value also are described. Each chapter includes driving directions to the trailhead, a topographic map, trail mileage and estimated hiking time, a trail description with safety notes, and stories of the human, natural, and geological history you'll encounter along the way. |
Contributor Bio(s): Ruff, Gwen: - Gwen Ruff has been a writer and editor for nearly 25 years, working for daily newspapers, the University of Minnesota, and freelance clients.Woit, Ben: - Ben Woit has worked as an assistant to a literary agent for over three years. He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. |