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Author : Joe Bensen
Publisher : Falcon Guides
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Pony Express National Historic Trail
ISBN : 1560442336
Follow the route between St Joseph Missouri and Sacramento California as you retrace the path of the brave riders Information on attractions activities and vistor amenities along Z99 historic details
Author : William E. Hill
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780870044953
Distributed by the University of Nebraska Press for Caxton Press It operated less than two years. It lost an enormous amount of money. But the Pony Express delivered the mail across a continent at a critical time and captured the imagination of people all over the world like few events in the history of the American West.
Author : Kris Ann Pizarro
Publisher : NV Bureau of Mines & Geology
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9781888035148
Author : Peter Massey,Angela Titus,Jeanne Welburn Wilson
Publisher : Adler Publishing
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2008-08
Category : Four-wheel driving
ISBN : 9781930193154
Find exciting scenic drives hiking trails, camping areas, ghost towns, fishing spots and more! This unique FULL COLOR addition to the Adler TRAILS SERIES contains meticulous details for hundreds of miles of scenic backroads and four wheel drive trails in western Nevada, near the towns of Reno, Carson City, Virginia City, Tonopah, and Hawthorne. Meticulous trail details instruct readers how to safely navigate hundreds of miles of the region's best scenic backroads and four-wheel trails. See ghost towns, numerous old mines and mill workings, and old railroad grades along the more than 35 routes. Directions include GPS coordinates and all trails are rated for difficulty, mileage, driving time, remoteness, and more. Descriptions highlight the ideal places to camp, hike, mountain bike, fish, and sightsee. Histories recount the days of the Wild West. Hundreds of COLOR PHOTOS.
Author : Christopher Corbett
Publisher : Crown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2004-09-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9780767919630
“WANTED. YOUNG, SKINNY, WIRY FELLOWS. NOT OVER 18. MUST BE EXPERT RIDERS. WILLING TO RISK DEATH DAILY. ORPHANS PREFERRED.” —California newspaper help-wanted ad, 1860 The Pony Express is one of the most celebrated and enduring chapters in the history of the United States, a story of the all-American traits of bravery, bravado, and entrepreneurial risk that are part of the very fabric of the Old West. No image of the American West in the mid-1800s is more familiar, more beloved, and more powerful than that of the lone rider galloping the mail across hostile Indian territory. No image is more revered. And none is less understood. Orphans Preferred is both a revisionist history of this magnificent and ill-fated adventure and an entertaining look at the often larger-than-life individuals who created and perpetuated the myth of “the Pony,” as it is known along the Pony Express trail that runs from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California. The Pony Express is a story that exists in the annals of Americana where fact and fable collide, a story as heroic as the journey of Lewis and Clark, as complex and revealing as the legacy of Custer’s Last Stand, and as muddled and freighted with yarns as Paul Revere’s midnight ride. Orphans Preferred is a fresh and exuberant reexamination of this great American story.
Author : Baktash Vafaei
Publisher : StateGuides
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Travel
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Welcome to Wyoming, the wild heart of America. Often referred to as the "Equality State," this state is home to an abundance of natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and fascinating history. Wyoming is a place that delights adventurers and nature lovers alike. In this book, we invite you to join us in exploring Wyoming, from the majestic landscapes to the charming mountain towns, from the national parks to the historic sites that make this state a unique destination. Yellowstone National Park, a true natural wonder, is home to geysers, hot springs and abundant wildlife. Grand Teton National Park offers majestic mountain peaks and countless opportunities for outdoor adventures. Picturesque Jackson Hole, an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, combines outdoor adventure with the charm of a mountain town. Home to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Cody is a place where history and culture come together in fascinating ways. In the capital city of Cheyenne, you can get up close and personal with Wyoming's history and culture, while the Devils Tower, an iconic geological monolith, impresses. The Bighorn National Forest offers hiking and camping in the mountains, and at Flaming Gorge you can enjoy boating and fishing on the turquoise lake. The Wind River Range is a haven for trekking and mountaineering, while Wyoming is home to grizzly bears, elk, and other wildlife that delight nature watchers. The town of Rock Springs embodies the spirit of the Wild West and coal mining culture. The historic site of Fort Laramie commemorates the pioneers who stopped here on their way west, and Sheridan offers art, history, and the impressive Bighorn Mountains. Thermopolis is home to hot springs and the Wyoming Dinosaur Center. Oregon Trail history is ever-present here, and the Medicine Bow National Forest enchants with alpine charm and outdoor activities. Dubois offers Wild West adventures with rodeos and ranch experiences, while Hot Springs State Park promises relaxation in mineral-rich springs. Casper is home to history, rodeo events, and numerous events along the North Platte River. Jackson combines art, culture, and shopping in the mountains, and the Pony Express' footsteps lead you to historic routes. Wyoming's wildlife is unique and awe-inspiring, from the majestic bison to the majestic bighorn sheep. The Gros Ventre Wilderness area offers seclusion and the opportunity to backpack in unspoiled nature. Finally, together we will discover secret treasures in Wyoming, hidden wonders and unknown places that are often unknown even to locals. These hidden gems are part of what makes Wyoming such a fascinating and rewarding destination. Join us on this journey through Wyoming, a state that offers adventure and discovery in abundance with its pristine wilderness and rich history. Wyoming is ready to open its gates and give you unforgettable experiences.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050436893
Author : Paul Kirkman
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467144407
Kansas City is often seen as a "cow town" with great barbecue and steaks. But it is also a city with more boulevards than Paris and more working fountains than Rome. There are burial mounds that date back more than two thousand years. The National World War I Museum and Memorial, opened in 1926, stands more than two hundred feet tall. Leila's Hair Museum has a collection that brings tourists from all over the nation. The Kansas City Jazz Museum features a historic district and world-class museum that document a time when dance halls, cabarets, speakeasies and even honky-tonks and juke joints fostered the development of a new musical style. Join author Paul Kirkman as he cuts a trail past the stockyards into the heart of America--Kansas City.
Author : Alli Rainey
Publisher : The Countryman Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2010-06-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781581577532
This comprehensive guide to Wyoming includes all of the expected attractions as well as many more far-flung and offbeat adventures, extensive outdoor recommendations and details on the cultural opportunities that abound. Wyoming is arguably the most “western” western state. From the windblown plains of Casper to the mountain peaks of the Wind River Range, Alli Rainey, a passionate Wyoming resident and rock climber, will help you find the best the state has to offer. Come explore the unspoiled West.
Author : Federal Writers' Project
Publisher : US History Publishers
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1939
Category : Automobile travel
ISBN : 9781603540261
Author : Suzie Dundas
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467148603
The history of Lake Tahoe, nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, stretches far beyond its shores. Travel back in time on more than two dozen hikes, from short lakeside trails used by the Washoe People to all-day trips exploring the abandoned shelters left behind by early mapmakers. Visit the remains of one of California's most violent towns and the ruins of a lighthouse built in the early twentieth century when travel by boat was preferred over driving treacherous roads. Discover the legend of "Hermit Isle" and walk in the footsteps of the earliest pioneers. Join author and hiker Suzie Dundas as she dives deep into the history of Tahoe's scenic trails.
Author : Gretchen M. Baker
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781492000518
Great Basin National Park is in large part a high-alpine park, but it sits in one of America’s driest, least populated, and most isolated deserts. That contrast is one facet of the diversity that characterizes this region. Within and outside the park are phenomenal landscape features, biotic wonders, unique environments, varied historic sites, and the local colors of isolated towns and ranches. Vast Snake and Spring Valleys, bracketing the national park, are also subjects of one of the West's most divisive environment contests, over what on the surface seems most absent but underground is abundant enough for sprawling Las Vegas to covet it—water.
Author : James A. Crutchfield,Candy Moutlon,Terry Del Bene
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1500 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317454601
First Published in 2015. This encyclopaedic collection includes Volumes 1 (A-L) and 2 (M-Z) as well as essays on the settlement of America. It can be argued that the westward expansion occurred only one week after the English landfall at Jamestown, Virginia, on May 14, 1607. Beginning on May 21, Captain John Smith, one of the colonization company’s leaders, and twenty-one companions made their way northwest up the James River for some 50 or 60 miles (80 or 96 km).
Author : Federal Writers' Project
Publisher : Trinity University Press
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781595342256
During the 1930s in the United States, the Works Progress Administration developed the Federal Writers’ Project to support writers and artists while making a national effort to document the country’s shared history and culture. The American Guide series consists of individual guides to each of the states. Little-known authors—many of whom would later become celebrated literary figures—were commissioned to write these important books. John Steinbeck, Saul Bellow, Zora Neale Hurston, and Ralph Ellison are among the more than 6,000 writers, editors, historians, and researchers who documented this celebration of local histories. Photographs, drawings, driving tours, detailed descriptions of towns, and rich cultural details exhibit each state’s unique flavor. Originally published in 1939, the Cornhusker State is thoroughly detailed in this WPA Guide to Nebraska. In photographs and essays, the guide primarily depicts an agrarian state but it also contains an interesting essay on the state’s unicameral legislature; Nebraska is the only state in the union with this form of government.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Automobile travel
ISBN : STANFORD:36105050566087
