Product Description

This complete guide to outdoor recreation describes dozens of outdoor activities at 20 "pocket" wilderness areas in California, Oregon, and Washington—including hiking, bicycling, fishing, running, skiing, climbing, birding, horseback riding, and more in the first and only book to focus on these small, easily accessible "pocket" wildernesses.

Of America's 680 designated wilderness areas, 200 are "pocket" wildernesses of fewer than 12,000 acres. These small wonders are wilder than most parks and forests, yet their size makes them more intimate and approachable than their larger counterparts. They are small enough to be thoroughly explored over a long weekend, but large enough to offer varied terrain and activities. And these pocket wildernesses are free from vehicular distractions, making the outdoor experience more pristine than that of a forest or park.

This comprehensive guide provides complete recreational information for 20 pocket wildernesses in California, Oregon, and Washington. Each chapter has detailed trail information and descriptions of wilderness geology, flora, and fauna, as well as signature outdoor activities that surround the wildland, such as mountain biking, paddling, rock hounding, even whale watching! Each chapter will include an activity table with information on what is available, as well as recommending family activities, nearby attractions, and lodging options. 50 black & white photographs, 20 maps, index.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #744200 in Books
• Published on: 2003-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

About the Author
Martin Tessmer is a research professor of Instructional Technology at the University of Colorado at Denver, and a travel writer specializing in recreation and outdoor adventure. He has been a regular contributor to Backpacker magazine's "Weekend Wilderness" column and has contributed travel articles to newspapers and magazines across the country. He lives in Evergreen, Colorado.