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Daffern, Gillean Gillean Daffern's Kananaskis Country Trail Guide - 4th Edition : Volume 1: Kananaskis Valley - Kananaskis Lakes - Elk Lakes - The Smith-Dorrien
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2010 1897522762 / 9781897522769 Fourth Edition Soft Cover New
With over 100,000 copies of the previous editions sold, Gillean Daffern’s bestselling hiking guides to Kananaskis Country have been completely reformatted, revised and updated. As the pre-eminent expert on the area, the author continues to offer something for every level of foot-traveller, be they novice or experienced hikers, scramblers or backpackers. Gillean’s clear and detailed text, enhanced with colour photos and maps, enables everyone to navigate safely through this complex and beautiful area.
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Daffern, Gillean Popular Day Hikes : Kananaskis Country
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2007 1894765907 / 9781894765909 Soft Cover New
Feb. 18/10 - this book is temporarily out of print and not available right now. From the author of the hugely popular Kananaskis Country Trail Guides and Canmore & Kananaskis Country: Short Walks for Inquiring Minds comes a book of popular day hikes in one of southern Alberta's most-loved outdoor recreation areas. Kananaskis Country covers over 4,000 square hectares of the Canadian Rockies south and east of Banff National Park, and is a favourite destination for outdoors enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. This book features 35 hikes, and the descriptions focus on quality trails with easy access and good staging areas. Factual and informative, Popular Day Hikes is complete with maps and colour photographs and is sure to satisfy locals and visitors alike.
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Daffern, Gillean Short Walks for Inquiring Minds : Canmore & Kananaskis Country (Second Edition)
Calgary, AB, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2003 1894765419 / 9781894765411 Second Edition Soft Cover New
Kananaskis Country is Alberta's most popular recreation area, covering over 4000 square hectares of the Canadian Rockies south and east of Banff National Park. The country is spectacular: mountains, forests, lakes, glaciers, canyons. Its diverse topography is reflected in the varied nature of the 67 walks described, which include all the interpretive trails, a selection of other short walks, and several in the town of Canmore itself. Whatever your choice, all trails are well marked and require no expertise on the part of the walker. 296 pages.
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Daffern, Tony Popular Day Hikes 2: Canadian Rockies
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2008 978-1-897522-01 First Softcover New
Following upon the success of the first book in the "Popular Day Hikes" series - Gillean Daffern's Popular Day Hikes 1: Kananaskis Country - Rocky Mountain Books is thrilled to offer this companion volume focusing upon the splendour of the Canadian Rockies. "Popular Day Hikes" is a series of books written for visitors and locals looking to hike scenic trails from well established staging areas. These factual, attractive guides feature detailed maps and colour photographs throughout. Includes 37 popular trails in Canada's mountain parks. 5.5" x 8.5", 144 Pages.
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Edwards, Garry; Funk, Dorothea; Stoker, Ken Hiking the Cariboo Goldfields
Calgary, AB, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2002 0921102984 / 9780921102984 First Edition Trade Paperback New
Hiking the Cariboo Goldfields is a discovery of scenic wealth for the modern hiker, just as the Gold Rush trails it describes were the routes to riches long ago. Follow the 1861 Gold Rush Pack Trail in the footsteps of those determined miners who first discovered the riches of the Cariboo. Hike the historic Goat River Trail, originally cleared in 1886 and since restored as a 91 kilometre-long hiking trail between the upper Fraser River and Bowron Lakes Provincial Park. Follow the route between Barkerville and Wells through Stout's Gulch and Lowhee Creek for a fascinating look at the impact of hydraulic mining, or climb to one of the surrounding peaks for a spectacular view of goldfields country and the Cariboo Mountains to the east. This guide features accurate trail maps made with GPS technology, user friendly trail descriptions and interesting information about the natural and historical landscape you are passing through. Illustrated with numerous B&W photos.
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Foster, David; Aitken, Wayne BLISTERS AND BLISS: The Trekker's Guide to the West Coast Trail (FIFTH EDITION)
Victoria, BC, Canada B & B Publishing 2003 1894384652 / 9781894384650 Fifth Edition Trade Paperback New
Each year, thousands of trekkers tackle the 75-kilometre West Coast Trail between Bamfield and Port Renfrew on Vancouver Island. And for more than twelve years, this book has been the definitive guide to the world-famous trail. This fifth edition is completely up to date and expanded to include the latest on trail information, reservations, travel connections, and trekker tips. The illustrations are a delight, and the book now includes a special section for northbound and southbound hikers.
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Gadd, Ben (foreword by Brian Patton) The Canadian Hiker's and Backpacker's Handbook
Vancouver, BC, Canada Whitecap Books 2008 1552859177 / 9781552859179 Trade Paperback New Lonnie Springer (photos)
Everything you need to know to hit the Canadian trails safely and comfortably. Prepare yourself for the wonder of the Canadian wilderness with The Canadian Hiker’s and Backpacker’s Handbook by respected naturalist Ben Gadd. In his new book, Gadd explains every aspect of taking a trip to the Canadian backcountry, from choosing the best footwear to plotting a route to preparing for emergencies. Learn how to access some of the country’s most stunning scenery in a safe, comfortable and responsible way through sections like: What to wear and what to carry; Techniques for comfortable walking; Getting fit no matter where you live; Tips for hiking and backpacking with kids and dogs; Safety, first aid and accident response. Once you’re prepared for the trails, Gadd provides an overview of conditions you might encounter on the trails from coast to coast. Acquaint yourself with a cross-section of Canada, from Nova Scotia and PEI to Southern Manitoba to the Northern Yukon and take to their trails. Ben Gadd has been an independent nature guide in Jasper National Park, Alberta for over 20 years. He is the author of seven books about the Canadian Rocky Mountains, including the award-winning Handbook of the Canadian Rockies and the bestselling novel Raven’s End. 369 pages illustrated with colour photos.
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Helm, Charles Exploring Tumbler Ridge
Tumbler Ridge, BC, Canada Tumbler Ridge News 2008 0968855814 / 9780968855812 Soft Cover New
There are nearly fifty hiking trails described, each one with a map and a description of how to get to it, of how long it is, how much time it will take and how strenuous it is; but the book goes beyond that. In many cases, there are stories relating to the trails - of the people who built them and the adventures that they and others experienced, which all makes for fascinating reading. The author’s description of the trails and activities in the area is written from first-hand experience. He has hiked, biked, run, climbed, built, cleared, repaired, clambered, scaled, waded, rappelled, swam and even crawled through some of the destinations he describes. And he always remembered to take his camera with him, for the book is full of excellent full-colour photographs. But the pièce-de-résistance of this book is the map that comes with it. Dr. Helm painstakingly worked with Jeremy Miedema of McElhanney Geomatics to produce a fold-out 27" by 30" (68.5 cm by 76 cm) topographical map of the Tumbler Ridge area that is inserted into the book. This map shows all the trailheads in the numbered sequence that they appear in the book. And the back of the map has a fascinating three-dimensional representation of Tumbler Ridge and the surrounding area, drawn by local artist Joan Zimmer, that gives the reader a more meaningful perspective than a simple ‘bird’s eye view’ would.
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Kershaw, Robert Exploring the Castle : Discovering the Backbone of the World in Southern Alberta
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2008 978-1-897522-04 Trade Paperback New
In 1901, naturalist George Bird Grinnell took note of an extensive network of mountains, ridges, valleys, lakes and rivers on both sides of the Continental Divide from northern Montana into southern British Columbia and Alberta. Disregarding political boundaries, he named it "The Crown of the Continent." Grinnell was obviously inspired by the region's majestic landscape and the wildlife it sustained. He also recognized the need to conserve it. But while "Crown of the Continent" speaks eloquently of the region's beauty with more than a passing nod to European monarchy and history, the Blackfeet name carries a more vital and universal meaning: 'Mo'kakiikin', the 'backbone of the world.' At the heart of this complex landscape lies the Castle Wilderness. The book is divided into two main sections. The Meaning of Place: Why the Castle Matters gives an overview of the area's culture, natural history, climate, flora and fauna, as well as explanations of present day uses and developments. The Trail Guide part of the book presents maps, photos and descriptions of the trails, explaining where, when and how to enjoy the Castle with insight and care.
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Lynx, Dustin Hiking Canada's Great Divide Trail
Calgary, AB, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2000 0921102798 / 9780921102793 Trade Paperback New
Trekking the Continental Divide, from the U.S. border to Kakwa Lake, just became easier. In the first guidebook devoted to Canada's 1200 kilometre Great Divide Trail (GDT), Dustin Lynx helps hikers piece together the myriad of individual routes that form a continuous trail along the Divide. Outlining the six major sections of the GDT, Lynx breaks the trail into 20 kilometre segments and describes the terrain and condition of each segment. Lynx assists long distance hikers with indispensable pre-trip planning advice, helping them overcome daunting logistical challenges such as resupply, navigation and access. In 1994 Dustin Lynx hiked the Pacific Crest Trail 4300 kilometres from Mexico to Canada, walking a marathon distance each day over five months. Two summers later, Dustin hiked the GDT. Now, as a father of two children Dustin is busy walking the fulfilling path of parenthood but continues his forays on the GDT from his front door in Canmore, Alberta.
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Lynx, Dustin Hiking Canada's Great Divide Trail (Revised and Updated)
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2007 978-894765893 Second Edition Trade Paperback New
Trekking the Continental Divide from the U.S. border to Kakwa Lake is a demanding adventure. In this revised and updated guidebook devoted to Canada's 1,200-kilometre Great Divide Trail (GDT), Dustin Lynx helps hikers piece together the myriad individual routes that form a continuous trail along the Divide. Outlining the six major sections of the GDT, Lynx breaks the trail into 20-kilometre segments and describes the terrain and condition of each segment. These segments can be used to plan shorter trips along the GDT. Lynx's indispensable pre-trip planning advice will help long-distance hikers overcome daunting logistical challenges such as re-supply, navigation and access. Over five months in 1994, Dustin Lynx hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, 4,300 kilometres from Mexico to Canada. During that time, he walked a marathon distance each day. Two summers later, he hiked the GDT. Now, as a father of two children, Dustin is busy walking the fulfilling path of parenthood, but he continues his forays on the GDT from his front door in Canmore, Alberta.
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Molvar, Erik Hiking Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks
Guilford, CT, U.S.A. The Globe Pequot Press 2007 0762736321 / 9780762736324 Third Edition Trade Paperback New
Discover the wonder of these two spectacular parks as Hiking Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks leads you along 850 miles of trail - from short nature hikes to backcountry treks. Veteran hiker Erik Molvar provides all the information you need to get the most out of hiking this International Peace Park with its glistening glaciers, scenic lookouts, peaceful lakes, and remote wilderness. Hikes suited to every ability. Accurate directions to the trailhead and detailed trail descriptions. GPS-compatible maps. Mile-by-mile directional cues. Difficulty ratings, average hiking times, best hiking seasons, and more.
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Nugara, Andrew More Scrambles in the Canadian Rockies
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2007 9781894765862 Soft Cover New
The much-anticipated sequel to the Alan Kane classic Scrambles in the Canadian Rockies, this book contains approximately 60 new scrambles in Waterton, Castle- Crown and Kananaskis. The author outlines several different routes to each summit and includes alternate and easier descents. encompassing a range of levels of difficulty, More Scrambles in the Canadian Rockies will appeal to anyone familiar with the first book as well as to hikers looking for a more challenging route to the top of a mountain. In addition to route descriptions, the book contains general information on scrambling, suggested trips for specific conditions, details about each specific area, and single-day, multi-peak trips. 240 pages with130 b/w photos.
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Patton, Brian & Robinson, Bart 50 Walks and Hikes in Banff National Park
Banff, AB, Canada Summerthought 2008 978-0-9782375-3 First Edition Soft Cover New
Brian Patton and Bart Robinson, authors of the best-selling Canadian Rockies Trail Guide, detail their favourite easy walks, short hikes, and day trips in one of the world’s most spectacular national parks. Each trail is described in detail and accompanied by easy-to-understand symbols, a walking map, and colour photography. Lightweight and a practical size, the 1st edition includes: Descriptions of 50 walks and hikes, plus dozens of side trips; Trails classified by colour-coded regions; More than 100 stunning color photographs; 50 topographical maps; Sources for information, maps, backcountry lodging, and transportation. 156 pages, 4.5" x 6.5".
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Patton, Brian; Robinson, Bart The Canadian Rockies Trail Guide (Eighth Edition)
Banff, AB, Canada Summerthought, Limited 2007 0978237501 / 9780978237509 Eighth Edition Trade Paperback New
The newest and most comprehensive edition of this classic trail guide. The eighth edition covers not only the mountain national parks but also five provincial parks in Alberta and British Columbia. Describes 229 hikes plus numerous side-trips. Over 150 photographs and 40 maps. Detailed accurate trail logs and descriptions. Affectionately referred to as "the bible" by local hikers for the past 30 years.
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