Books for the Hiker in Your Life

Far from the busy thoroughfares of modern life are trails that hug the terrain while also linking the present to our shared past, before the continent was tamed by roads, rails and airplanes. The granddaddy of modern trails was the brainchild of Benton MacKaye in 1906 – the 2200-mile long Appalachian Trail. Beloved by hikers and nature lovers, the trail was a radical experiment in volunteerism. Our Along the Appalachian Trail books celebrate segments of the longest hiking-only trail in the world. So take a hike … and wrap it up for the strider in your life.
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Along the Adirondack Trail
Along the Adirondack Trail
$24.99 $17.49 Save 30%
A Guide to Newport's Cliff Walk
A Guide to Newport's Cliff Walk
$21.99
Adirondack Roots
Adirondack Roots
$21.99
A Guide to Southern Arizona's Historic Farms & Ranches
A Guide to Southern Arizona's Historic Farms & Ranches
$21.99

Along the Adirondack Trail

9780738536484

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Native Americans called the area Couxsaxrage, "beaver hunting ground." Professor Ebenezer Emmons named it Adirondack, after one of the native tribes. Along the Adirondack Trail traces the history and lore of the Adirondacks up the scenic roadway through the heart of New York's mountain-and-lake country. Included are tales of the Mohawk Indians and their beatified princess, Tekakwitha; the site of the mansion of Sir William Johnson, one of America's most influential citizens of the 1700s; and an important battleground of the Revolution. Rare original photographs portray each of the twenty settlements on the trail from Fonda to Malone, reflecting the lives of the guides, loggers, trappers, sportsmen, camp owners, tourists, leather workers, and health seekers who opened up the unknown county.
Along the Adirondack Trail

A Guide to Newport's Cliff Walk

9781596294387

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From the grand majesty of the Breakers to the beautiful proportions of Rosecliff, these houses are enduring reminders of the architectural flowering of the Gilded Age.


Where the salty air mingles with the far-off laughter of women in ball gowns, the houses of the Newport Cliff Walk preside in grandeur over the crashing waves below. Walking along the paved trail, it's easy to imagine the faintest hint of a waltz coming from the windows of Beechwood, or to envision the Duchess of Windsor's carriage arriving for a visit at Fairholme. Ed Morris takes you on a tour of twenty-four historic mansions and landmarks, entertaining along the way with tales of splendor and style, social maneuvering and matchmaking.

A Guide to Newport's Cliff Walk

Adirondack Roots

9781609493646

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The Adirondack Mountains captivate inhabitants, fostering deep roots and rich memories. In this diverse collection, local author Sandra Weber celebrates this enduring bond with the region and explores its roots and routes--such as women's feats, the naming of mountain peaks and the fight to save forests and tiny alpine plants. From Heart Lake and Caribou Pass to Mount Marcy and Lake Tear, ride an Olympic bobsled run, unearth the destruction of a devastating fire and discover the healing powers of the mountains. Retrace the paths of Theodore Roosevelt, Martha Reben, Edwin Ketchledge, Grace Hudowalski and many others who have lived in and loved the Adirondacks. Unearth hikers' tales, nature's secrets and local legends in this collection of Weber's finest reflections on Adirondack historical adventures.
Adirondack Roots

A Guide to Southern Arizona's Historic Farms & Ranches

9781609494605

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Experience southwestern heritage, culture and cuisine while learning to rope and herd cattle, trail ride through the wilderness or make prickly pear syrup. With roots dating back to the mid-1800s, southern Arizona's historic guest ranches and farm stays include Spain's first mission in the continental United States, a former World War II prison camp and boys' boarding school and a Butterfield Stagecoach stop. Intimately connected to Arizona's land and legacy, these unparalleled retreats have hosted countless artists, movie stars and politicians and continue to enrich their present-day communities through food, education and conservation. Pack your bags and join travel writer Lili DeBarbieri for a journey into the rural west south of the Gila River.
A Guide to Southern Arizona's Historic Farms & Ranches