Mountaineers Books Oregon's Ancient Forests: A Hiking Guide
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Shop similar productsFrom dense Douglas firs along the coast to ponderosa pines of the high desert, Oregon's Ancient Forests takes you on 91 unique experiences through the vital fish and wildlife habitats and ecosystems.
- Includes full-color maps and photos, GPS coordinates and driving directions to the trailheads, trail distance, elevation gain, difficulty rating and best season
- Also describes the tree type and protection status, and explains what makes ancient forests so unique and beloved with an enriching blend of natural and human history
- At-a-glance guide makes selecting a hike quick and easy and includes details on permits and fees
- Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit Oregon Wild and support their advocacy work to protect the state's most precious wild areas
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From the publisher:Dripping coastal forests of giant Douglas firs, high desert groves of massive ponderosa pines, and lush mixed conifer forests surrounding jagged Cascade peaks—Oregon's ancient forests are one of the region's most precious treasures, providing not only vital habitat for fish and wildlife but also some of the most amazing hiking experiences in the state.
Author Chandra LeGue of Oregon Wild wants you to know and love these incredible places and guides you to them with 91 awe-inspiring hikes that reveal the very soul of Oregon.
This comprehensive guide explains what makes ancient forests so unique as well as what types exist in Oregon, where they are, who manages them, why so few still survive, and what threats they continue to face. Filled with natural history, human history, flora, and fauna, Oregon's Ancient Forests offers a depth of information that will help you understand these complex ecosystems and their extraordinary value. Devote your next day outdoors to exploring some of these wonders, and get inspired to find out what you can do to protect them.
View all Mountaineers Books Washington and Oregon Hiking GuidebooksAuthor Chandra LeGue of Oregon Wild wants you to know and love these incredible places and guides you to them with 91 awe-inspiring hikes that reveal the very soul of Oregon.
This comprehensive guide explains what makes ancient forests so unique as well as what types exist in Oregon, where they are, who manages them, why so few still survive, and what threats they continue to face. Filled with natural history, human history, flora, and fauna, Oregon's Ancient Forests offers a depth of information that will help you understand these complex ecosystems and their extraordinary value. Devote your next day outdoors to exploring some of these wonders, and get inspired to find out what you can do to protect them.
| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9 x 6.75 inches |
| Author(s) | Chandra LeGue |
| Number of Pages | 320 |
| Format | Paperback |
| ISBN-13 | 9781680512014 |
| Publisher | Mountaineers Books |
| Copyright Year | 2019 |
| State / Province | Oregon |