[PDF] Explorers Guide West Virginia Second Edition Explorers Complete eBook

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 499 pages
File Size : 16,14 MB
Release : 2011-05-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581579268

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More than half of the country's population lives within a day's drive of West Virginia, and savvy travelers have known that it is the playground of the East. Whether you’d like to visit historic sites; take scenic drives or walking tours; go hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, or fishing; or take in museums small and large, author Leonard Adkins steers you to the best that West Virginia has to offer. The locals know where to find hidden swimmin’ holes, waterfalls, and the best barbecue joints, and now you will too! Features detailed, opinionated reviews of dining and lodging places as well as tools to help you plan and make the most of your trip.

Author : Leonard M Adkins
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,96 MB
Release : 2011-05-17
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0881509477

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More than half of the country's population lives within a day's drive of West Virginia, and savvy travelers have known that it is the playground of the East. Whether you’d like to visit historic sites; take scenic drives or walking tours; go hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, or fishing; or take in museums small and large, author Leonard Adkins steers you to the best that West Virginia has to offer. The locals know where to find hidden swimmin’ holes, waterfalls, and the best barbecue joints, and now you will too! Features detailed, opinionated reviews of dining and lodging places as well as tools to help you plan and make the most of your trip.

Author : Page Ivey
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 537 pages
File Size : 37,69 MB
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1682681076

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The most up-to-date and comprehensive guidebook to the state of South Carolina Beaches and golf are what most people think of when they think of South Carolina, and the state has those amenities in abundance. But off the well-worn paths are battlefields from both the Revolutionary and Civil wars and significant guide-posts in African American history. South Carolina’s culture has great variety too, from classic Southern attitudes and food to the Geechee-Gullah Cultural Heritage Corridor in the Lowcountry and the Palmetto Trail and Scottish influences Upstate. As with every title in the Explorer’s Guide series, you’ll get thoroughly researched recommendations, up-to-date information on hours and prices, and tips for enjoying the region to its fullest. South Carolina is a destination steeped in fascinating history and natural beauty. With Page Ivey’s advice, you can experience everything the Palmetto State has to offer.

Author : Mollie Boutell-Butler
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 33,3 MB
Release : 2016-05-24
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581575025

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With city sophistication and small-town charm, Wisconsin offers much more than cheese! No other guidebook on Wisconsin is as comprehensive or as passionate about all the riches nestled between Lakes Michigan and Superior. As with all Explorer's Guides, within these pages you'll find detailed information about lodging and dining options—including where to find native dishes like kringle and booyah—in the tourist hotspots and the rural escapes. You'll go up the coastline to the lighthouses, cherry orchards, and antiques markets of Door County; stroll through the offbeat shops and restaurants of Madison; and head inland where over 1,200 miles of bicycle paths and hiking trails weave among 15,000 glacial lakes. From Milwaukee's ethnic festivals to Green Bay Packers games, spectacular scenic drives through Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest to the water parks of the Dells, with this indispensable guide, all the information you need to have a great time in Wisconsin is right here!

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 18,81 MB
Release : 2013-06-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581577397

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Lace up your boots, grab this guide, and explore the great outdoors! WV native Leonard Adkins covers 400 miles of trails in this newly revised edition, taking you to Allegheny Mountain summits and back down to the banks of the Ohio River.Explore windswept plains and the hill country’s hidden valleys, amble by rushing streams or crashing waterfalls, and discover many historic sites and Civil War battlefields along the way.

Author : Jim Hargan
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 48,25 MB
Release : 2005-04-19
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581579470

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A lively, comprehensive guide to the southern Appalachians, from Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains to the Monongahela National Forest of West Virginia. With visitation levels that rival Orlando and New York City, the southern Appalachians draw a huge array of weekenders, adventurers, and long-term visitors. This book offers historical insight, outdoor adventure, and all the information most travelers need to plan and enjoy their journey. This guide also serves as an insider's handbook to the nine national parks, offering active travelers the best access points and trailheads for kayaking, biking, and hiking excursions. In addition, this comprehensive guide to the region includes opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, and vacation cabins; hundreds of dining reviews, from barbecue to four-star cuisine; up-to-date maps; an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip planning; and handy icons that point out family-friendly establishments, wheelchair access, places of special value, and lodgings that accept pets.

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,6 MB
Release : 2013-06-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577396

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Lace up your boots, grab this guide, and explore the great outdoors! WV native Leonard Adkins covers 400 miles of trails in this newly revised edition, taking you to Allegheny Mountain summits and back down to the banks of the Ohio River.Explore windswept plains and the hill country’s hidden valleys, amble by rushing streams or crashing waterfalls, and discover many historic sites and Civil War battlefields along the way.

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 16,14 MB
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581577400

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Maryland offers an abundance of natural and cultural riches, so make this guidebook your compass to it all. Limitless exploration and entertainment opportunities await travelers and residents alike, and this thoroughly revised edition of Explorer’s Guide Maryland is the perfect companion for every excursion. The best restaurants, places to stay, and activities for every budget and interest are laid out in an easy-to-navigate guide as useful on the bookshelf as it is in the glove compartment. Descriptions and listings cover the whole state, including the quiet Eastern Shore; picturesque, historic Annapolis; the heart of downtown Baltimore; the many historical sites dotting the southern region; and the scenic northwestern mountains.

Author : Stella Green
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 20,44 MB
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1581577508

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Completely revised and updated throughout, with 10 new hikes. This bestselling hiking guide reveals 50 hikes and walks from the East Hudson Highlands to Rockland County and Harriman Park, to the West Hudson Hills, to the Catskills, the Shawangunks, and more. Green and Zimmerman are expert guides to this region rich in history, culture, and lore. The outings range from short walks to hikes of 14 miles in length, and most are within a two-hour drive of New York City. An at-a-glance chart makes choosing a hike simple, and each hike features a detailed topographic map, driving directions, mileage and elevation rise, and a comprehensive trail description—with fascinating commentary on the human and natural history you'll encounter along the way.

Author : Leonard M. Adkins
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 15,23 MB
Release : 2013-06-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1581571747

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"West Virginia native and long-distance hiker and author Leonard M. Adkins has walked more than 400 miles to uncover 50 hikes available to outdoor travelers of all ages and abilities. From rugged Allegheny Mountain summits to the banks of the Ohio River, the author leads you to hikes beside rushing streams and crashing waterfalls, up to windswept plains whose flora and fauna resemble that of Canada's, and into hill country's hidden valleys. Other journeys traverse rocky mountain crests, reveal far-reaching vistas, travel miles of nearly level rail-trails, and explore historic sites and Civil War battlefields. One hike passes by a listing wooden shelter once used by President Lyndon B. Johnson; another goes into a series of tunnels cut through the mountains. The shortest hike is 0.5 mile, the longest is a challenging multiday backpacking trek on the state's premier long-distance route, the Allegheny Trail. An overview chart provides information on the 50 hikes at a glance, making it easy to choose the hike that's right for you. Each hike description includes trailhead directions, total distance, hiking time, vertical rise, a detailed account of the route, and a topographic map"-- Publishers website.