[PDF] Hiking Colorados Geology eBook

Author : Ralph Lee Hopkins
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 15,19 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780898867084

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Explore the traces of the rise and fall of Colorado's mountains, volcanic eruptions, shifting seas, wind-blown deserts, and dinosaur haunts. This new destination guide offers understanding of the many unique and spectacular geologic formations of Colorado. 8-page color photo insert. 80 b&w photos. 14 maps.

Author : Ralph Hopkins
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 10,93 MB
Release : 2000-03-31
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 159485307X

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* 50 hikes reveal Colorado's geologic history and diversity * Trailside Geology section offers advice for practical study on the trail Erupting volcanoes, shifting seas, the icy embrace of giant glaciers, haunts of the dinosaurs: it's all here in Hiking Colorado's Geology. In 50 hikes, you'll see first-hand evidence of the most dramatic geologic events that created and continue to shape the terrain of this beautiful state. You'll benefit, too, from the authors' long experience as guides and lecturers, sharing their passion for the natural world. The guide is easy to use, with each hike headlined with the geologic features profiled. You'll also find an introductory section on geologic principles you'll see on the trail.

Author : Ralph Lee Hopkins
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 20,10 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780898868562

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Hiking the Southwest's Geology: Four Corners Region takes curious hikers on a journey through time that explores the Colorado Plateau-an immense land of canyons, mesas, and isolated mountain ranges in the American Southwest. Hopkins' stunning color photography brings the Four Corners Region to life in dazzling detail.

Author : Jack Reed
Publisher : CMC Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 32,23 MB
Release : 2007-11-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780976052586

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Rocks Above the Clouds is the first geology book written for climbers, scramblers and hikers. Along with six maps and a range-by-range geologic description of what to expect in the Colorado mountains, it includes some very curious information on the Colorado Fourteeners.Rocks Above the Clouds explores how the nature of mountains and the challenges they present to the climber and hiker are influenced by the rocks that form them--in other words, by their geology. After describing the types of rocks found in mountains, the authors cover the geologic process from the big bang to the present.

Author : Ivo Lucchitta
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 18,40 MB
Release : 2001-10-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1594853061

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* Other titles in the series are extremely popular * All necessary geologic terms are defined * Written at a level easy for readers to understand Arizona's geology is complex and its landscape varied. Yet, with Hiking Arizona's Geology as a companion, curious hikers with little or no background in geology can learn about Arizona's geologic features while enjoying some of the state's most scenic hiking trails. Fifty-five hikes organized by Arizona's three major geologic provinces are detailed, accompanied by information on the landscape encountered on each trail.

Author : Bill Haggerty
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 34,98 MB
Release : 2025-05-06
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1493075462

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On Colorado’s Western Slope, stunning geological features and awe-inspiring scenery create a unique hiking experience unlike any other. This revised edition of Hiking Colorado’s Western Slope provides concise descriptions and detailed maps for over 50 of the state’s finest trails west of the Great Divide. Veteran hiker and author of Best Easy Day Hikes: Grand Junction and Fruita, Bill Haggerty, recommends his favorite routes—from short day walks to backcountry treks through the Western Slope’s spectacular landscape, including hikes near Aspen, Vail, the Flat Tops Wilderness, Steamboat Springs, Crested Butte and Gunnison, Ouray, Telluride, Grand Junction, and more. Inside you'll find Hikes suited to every ability GPS-compatible trail maps and route profiles Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, best hiking seasons, and more

Author : Robert Fillmore
Publisher :
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 42,51 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781607810049

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An easy-to-read geology tutorial of the of the eastern Colorado Plateau, this book will answer all of your questions about how this stunning region was formed. Includes detailed road logs.

Author : Lee Hart
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 16,44 MB
Release : 2016-02-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1493023810

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Lace up your boots and head into Colorado's rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains to explore this spine of soaring peaks that stand more than a mile above the San Luis and Wet Mountain Valleys. Here you'll discover plunging creeks, gorges cut from chunky conglomerate, and valleys where elk, bighorn sheep, coyote, and cougar live. Climb Kit Carson Mountain, Crestone Needle, or Blanca Peak; hike Black Canyon or Wild Cherry Creek. Wander the Great Sand Dunes National Park, which has the tallest dunes in North America. Local hiker and outdoor writer Lee Hart will introduce you to these trails and many more. Inside you'll find: up-to-date trail information; accurate directions to wilderness trails; difficulty ratings; topographic trail maps; zero-impact tips. Whether you are planning a day hike or an extended backpacking trip, you'll find trails suited to every ability and interest in one of the most beautiful regions of Colorado.

Author : Michael R. Kelsey
Publisher : Kelsey Publishing (Utah)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 31,27 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780944510223

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In addition to hike descriptions and maps this book includes some information about the Native Americans of the Colorado Plateau, geology cross-sections of the Colorado Plateau, and best hikes of the area. The hikes are for Colorado, Utah, and Arizona.