Author: John B. HallPublisher: Mutual Publishing
ISBN: 9781566478724
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A Hiker's Guide to Trailside Plants in Hawaii
Author: John B. HallPublisher: Mutual Publishing
ISBN: 9781566478724
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Hikers Guide to the Hawaiian Islands
Author: Stuart M. BallPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824876512
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Written in the same accessible style and format as the highly successful The Hikers Guide to O‘ahu, this updated and expanded volume includes the best day hikes and backpacks on the Big Island, Kaua‘i, Maui, and O‘ahu. Each island is represented by thirteen hikes, for a total of fifty-two in all. Together they offer residents and visitors the essential information to safely explore some of Hawai‘i’s most spectacular scenery. For each trip, the author provides directions to the trailhead, a detailed route description, a topographical map, and facts on the hike length, elevation gain, and degree of difficulty. For GPS users, UTM and latitude/longitude coordinates are added for the trailhead and endpoint of each route. The expanded notes section helps readers identify and appreciate geological features, historical points of interest, and commonly encountered plants and birds along the trail. An insert of color photographs highlights the breathtaking scenery enjoyed by hikers.
The Hikers Guide to Oahu
Author: Stuart M. Ball, Jr.Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824841085
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Experienced and novice hikers alike will benefit from the information in this updated and expanded edition of the best-selling The Hikers Guide to Oahu. The author describes in detail 52 trails that will take you to Oahus lush valleys, cascading waterfalls, windswept ridges, and remote seacoasts. Although 8 trails from the previous edition are no longer open to the public, 10 new hikes have been added. Included for each hike are directions for reaching the trailhead, a detailed route description, and information on the length of the hike, degree of difficulty, and trail conditions. For GPS users, UTM coordinates have been added for the midpoint or endpoint of each route. An expanded notes section will help readers identify geological features, historical points of interest, and commonly encountered plants and birds along the trail. The full-color insert of 22 photos will inspire hikers to explore different trails.
The Hikers Guide to the Hawaiian Islands
Author: Stuart M. BallPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824822231
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Written in the same accessible style and format as the highly successful The Hikers Guide to Oahu, this volume is a detailed and fully illustrated guide to the best day hikes on the Big Island, Kauai, Maui, and Oahu. Each island is represented by an equal number of hikes, 44 in all. Together they offer both resident and visitor alike the chance to explore some of Hawaii's most spectacular scenery. For each trip, the author provides detailed directions to the trailhead, a feature-by-feature description of the route, a topographic map keyed to the route description, and comments on common plants and animals, geological formations, historical sites, and other points of interest. Each hike is categorized by difficulty. Hiking tips, safety considerations, and a list of trail and camping information sources are included.View the latest updates
The Hikers Guide to O‘ahu
Author: Stuart M. BallPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 0824849833
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
Experienced and novice hikers alike will benefit from the information in this updated and expanded edition of the best-selling The Hikers Guide to O‘ahu. The author describes in detail 52 trails that will take you to O‘ahu’s lush valleys, cascading waterfalls, windswept ridges, and remote seacoasts. Although 8 trails from the previous edition are no longer open to the public, 10 new hikes have been added. Included for each hike are directions for reaching the trailhead, a detailed route description, and information on the length of the hike, degree of difficulty, and trail conditions. For GPS users, UTM coordinates have been added for the midpoint or endpoint of each route. An expanded notes section will help readers identify geological features, historical points of interest, and commonly encountered plants and birds along the trail. The full-color insert of 22 photos will inspire hikers to explore different trails.
Trailside Plants of Hawaii National Park
Author: Douglass H. HubbardPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Hawaiian Forest Plants
Author: Mark David MerlinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Forest plants
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
The Backpackers Guide to Hawai‘i
Author: Stuart M. BallPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824817855
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
This book will take you where few people go—to active volcanoes, lush valleys, cascading waterfalls, secluded beaches, and windswept ridges and sea cliffs. Written in the same style and format as the successful The Hikers Guide to O‘ahu, this detailed, fully illustrated guide highlights ten of the best backpacking trips on the Big Island, Kaua‘i, Maui, and O‘ahu. Even those with years of experience hiking in the islands will find The Backpackers Guide full of useful information. Additional notes on the plants, birds, geology, history, and legends of each area make this volume Hawai‘i’s most complete backpacking guide.
Trailside Plants of Hawaii's National Parks
Author: Charles H. LamoureuxPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Mark Twain's Letters from Hawaii
Author: Mark TwainPublisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824802882
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
"I went to Maui to stay a week and remained five. I had a jolly time. I would not have fooled away any of it writing letters under any consideration whatever." --Mark Twain So Samuel Langhorne Clemens made his excuse for late copy to the Sacramento Union, the newspaper that was underwriting his 1866 trip. If the young reporter's excuse makes perfect sense to you, join the thousands of Island lovers who have delighted in Twain's efforts when he finally did put pen to paper.