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Author : Boyd Newman,Linda A. Newman
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0811727734
Hiking guide to the state's biggest tourist area. Varied hikes are appropriate for all abilities.
Author : John L. Young
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2009-05-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780762755561
The Poconos of northeastern Pennsylvania may get eight million visitors a year, but there are places there one can get lost—and would gladly be lost for a bit. From the iconic Dingmans Bridge spanning the Delaware, to the region's 150 lakes and forested mountains, Hiking the Poconos covers it all—with the added plus of listing a B&B, a campground, restaurant, local events, and more along with each hike description
Author : Boyd Newman,Linda Newman
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2000-03-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780811740555
Hiking guide to the state's biggest tourist area Varied hikes are appropriate for all abilities An easy-to-use guidebook to more than 40 favorite hikes in northeast Pennsylvania (north of Route 78, east of Route 15). Each hike begins with a table listing hike distance, elevation, directions to trailhead, interesting features along the way, handicapped accessibility, duration of hike, hiking surface description, permissibility of hunting, and facilities, followed by a short narrative that describes in more detail where to go and what to see on each hike. Each hike includes a topographic map with the selected route marked. The hikes vary from easy to moderate to challenging.
Author : Carl S. Oplinger,Robert Halma
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : 0813538319
The Poconos, a rich plateau nestled in northeastern Pennsylvania between the Delaware River and the Moosic Mountains, encompass a variety of alluring features. The perfect reference for amateur naturalists, outdoor enthusiasts, tourists, and others who wish to explore the area, this classic guide clearly explains the unique geographic characteristics, animal habits and habitats, climate, geology, and vegetation of the area. The authors trace the region from its beginnings millions of years ago as part of a shallow sea, through the reshaping forces of great glaciers, to today's roadways and turnpikes. This revised and expanded edition also includes brief profiles of individuals who played significant roles in the preservation or understanding of the area's ecology. Chapters provide a general survey of the area, including its history and places to be explored and observed, information on forest types, wildlife, and aquatic habitats, updated facts and figures on animal populations, as well as new details on invasive species. Throughout the book, numerous boxes direct readers to observatory points for specific birds, ecosystems, vegetation types, and geological features, while maps, tables, original pen-and-ink illustrations, and a select list of field guides and other references enhance the book's appeal. An indispensable companion for visitors as well as residents, The Poconos is a must-read for everyone who wants to discover or better understand the beauty and natural history of this unique region.
Author : John Young,Debra Young
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493018369
A guide to trails 60 minutes or 60 miles from Philadelphia, Best Hikes Near Philadelphia features useful trail specs and hike summaries accompanied by easy-to-read maps and stunning photos. More than just a guidebook, however, it also includes an extensive section on weather, trail etiquette, hiking with dogs, judging trail mileage, local flora and fauna, and the value of hikers lobbying for wilderness.
Author : Doug Gelbert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Hiking
ISBN : 0978562267
Book Description Have you ever considered how far you walk with your dog? If you walk just 15 minutes a day you will have walked far enough in your dog's lifetime to cross the United States. With all that walking ahead of you, aren't you ready for a new place to take a hike? This new book seeks to help you flush out those great hiking spots for your dog. DOGGIN' THE POCONOS: THE 33 BEST PLACES TO HIKE WITH YOUR DOG IN PENNSYLVANIA'S NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS explores the state's best trails with your best friend in mind. While walking the dog, author Doug Gelbert also brings along generous helpings of local history, botany, geology, architecture and more. The Poconos can be a fantastic place to hike with your dog. After a short drive you can be hiking with your dog in impossibly green glens, climb hills that leave you and your dog panting, hike besidemagnificent waterfalls, explore the estates of America's wealthiest families or circle lakes for seven miles and never lose sight of the water. Also included are descriptions of tail-friendly campgrounds for dogs...outfitting your dog for a hike...low impact hiking with your dog...and much more. DOGGIN' THE POCONOS: THE 33 BEST PLACES TO HIKE WITH YOUR DOG IN PENNSYLVANIA'S NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS is whimsically illustrated with original drawings by award-winning artist Andrew Chesworth.
Author : Laura Randall
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012-06-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577877
From natural areas and historic areas in and around Philadelphia to the Amish markets of Lancaster Countyn, and much more, this guide offers great guidance for this fascinating region. From natural areas and historic areas in and around Philadelphia to the Amish markets of Lancaster County; from historic battlefields at Valley Forge and Gettysburg to the antiques shops of Bucks County and the leisure resorts and quiet nature trails of the Pocono Mountains, this guide offers great guidance for this fascinating region. Areas covered are all within easy driving distance of most East Coast states.
Author : Ben Cramer
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2008-03-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780811741255
The complete reference to recommended trails in the state. The best of each region from Keystone Trails Association members. Descriptions of hundreds of trails plus a chapter on state's nine long-distance trails.
Author : Henry S. Cattell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1912
Category : Monroe County (Pa.)
ISBN : PSU:000059700838
Author : Tom Thwaites
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577952
A revised 5th edition of a classic hiking guide to one of the most-visited regions of Pennsylvania. Eastern Penssylvania offers a wealth of hiking opportunities: North Mountain is still wild and remote; the popular Poconos offer miles of litttle-traveled trails; and the Appalachian Trail follows South and Blue mountains on its journey across the state. This thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition includes hikes ranging from 4 to 22 miles in length. Each hike description includes step-by-step directions, a topo map, information on hiking time, distance and rise, and knowledgeable commentary on the human and natural history you'll encounter.
Author : Johnny Molloy
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493029600
Hiking Waterfalls in Pennsylvania includes detailed hike descriptions, maps, and color photos for some of the state’s most scenic waterfall hikes. Hike descriptions include history, local trivia, and GPS coordinates. Hiking Waterfalls in Pennsylvania will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments and wilderness areas, and from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls.
Author : Lawrence Squeri
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9780271028507
When Antoine Dutot opened the Kittatinny Hotel&—the first tourist hotel in the Poconos&—in 1829, little did he know that he was a pioneer in what would become one of the largest and most diverse tourist and recreation areas on the East Coast. Although his initial venture failed, the tourist industry of the Poconos has been a long-term success, evolving and adapting to change. Better in the Poconos tells the story of Pennsylvania&’s premier vacationland from its earliest days to the present. The flourishing tourist and resort industry in the Poconos can be attributed, in part, to the area&’s splendid mountains, streams, and forests. But the timeless appeal of nature was matched, and even surpassed, by the resorts&’ ability to redefine themselves. In the mid-nineteenth century, William Cullen Bryant depicted the Pocono region as a hunter&’s delight, describing abundant game and sublime landscapes. The Victorian era, however, brought genteel carriage rides and croquet; later, specialized ethnic resorts catered to the minority populations of Philadelphia and New York; and in the 1940s and 1950s, the Poconos earned its reputation as a honeymoon paradise. This evolution continues today: the land of romance has given way to the ski resorts and water slides enjoyed by today&’s vacationing families. Poconos resort owners and innkeepers have long recognized the cutthroat competition inherent in the vacation business. Early on, they realized that they were vying not only with each other but also with other resorts&—first in the Catskills and on the New Jersey shore, and then in Florida, in the Caribbean, and even in Europe. Better in the Poconos illustrates the strategies by which resorts in northeastern Pennsylvania responded to these market forces. They were compelled to provide superior service and amenities as well as novel amusements and activities for their guests. In the latter half of the twentieth century, for example, &"super-resorts&" started to supplant the old hotels: the new resorts could offer year-round activities, thanks to the invention of artificial snow. Similarly, honeymoon hotels declined as couples resorts&—retreats that boasted such innovations as the heart-shaped bathtub and the Jacuzzi in the shape of a tall champagne glass&—emerged on the Poconos scene. Better in the Poconos recreates that scene and the people who brought it to life&—not only the innkeepers, souvenir sellers, laborers, and service workers, but also the community leaders and visionaries who promoted the vacation economy and sought to guide it. The proper Victorians, the devoted sportsmen, the young newlyweds, the families and singles, the staid ladies of the Women&’s Christian Temperance Union (and the sinners whose vices they wished to temper), the members of the Ku Klux Klan, the rich Quakers, the Jewish socialists, and the immigrants&—all these, and more, make up the humanly rich mosaic of the Poconos.
Author : Randall M. Miller,William Pencak
Publisher : Guida Editori
Page : 722 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : 0271022140
The Keystone State, so nicknamed because it was geographically situated in the middle of the thirteen original colonies and played a crucial role in the founding of the United States, has remained at the heart of American history. Created partly as a safe haven for people from all walks of life, Pennsylvania is today the home of diverse cultures, religions, ethnic groups, social classes, and occupations. Many ideas, institutions, and interests that were formed or tested in Pennsylvania spread across America and beyond, and continue to inform American culture, society, and politics. Pennsylvania: A History of the Commonwealth is the first comprehensive history of the Keystone State in almost three decades. In it distinguished scholars view Pennsylvania's history critically and honestly, setting the Commonwealth's story in the larger context of national social, cultural, economic, and political development. Part I offers a narrative history and Part II offers a series of "Ways to Pennsylvania's Past" -- nine concise guides designed to enable readers to discover Pennsylvania's heritage for themselves. Pennsylvania: A History of the Commonwealth is the result of a unique collaboration between The Pennsylvania State University Press and The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), the official history agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The result is a remarkable account of how Pennsylvanians have lived, worked, and played through the centuries.
Author : Jeff Mitchell
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2004-12-30
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780811740104
Detailed descriptions of 37 trails. Information on terrain, difficulty, precautions, contacts. Directions to each trail and descriptions of features along the trek.
Author : Jeff Mitchell
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 081174423X
• 78 hikes, including 4 backpacking trails • Updated and expanded edition with several newly blazed trails • Paths to scenic vistas, waterfalls, and natural wonders • Detailed maps and first-hand descriptions of each hike • Color photos of the region's remarkable beauty • Essential information on duration, distance, difficulty, elevation, and highlights along the way