"Oregon Desert Guide" (Book) by Andy Kerr

Easy to use, visually compelling travel guide to the top 100 destinations the state offers: hot springs, the Oregon Trail Museum, 65 hiking trails, 138 campgrounds, 112 bed and breakfast inns, and more. Also has 8 pages of full-color wildlife identification photos. 288 pages."Oregon Trips & Trails" (Book) by William

Naturalist William Bartram journeyed through the south from 1773-77, documenting what he saw of the flora, fauna, cultures, and terrains unknown to most readers of his time. This book reconstructs the routes, creating 50 tours for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs. Some tours can be taken by car or bike; others can be taken only as Bartram hims"Bartram's Travels: An Outdoor Guide" (Book) by Charles

Routes to the 3rd and 7th highest mountains in North America: El Pico de Orizaba and Iztaccihuatl, plus the lesser-known La Malinche and Nevado de Toluca. Also brief history of mountaineering in Mexico. 156 pages."Mexico's Volcanoes: Climbing Guide" (Book) by

Guide to Argentina's Aconcagua, the Western hemisphere's highest peak (22,841 ft). This book covers both popular and less traveled routes reached via the Horcones Valley, South Face, and Vacas and Relinchos valleys -- 27 routes total! Also info on equipment and permits needed, outfitters, seasons, weather, Spanish climbing phrases, climbing history"Aconcagua: A Climbing Guide" (Book) by

From established ice areas such as Alpental and Leavenworth to routes being developed (or rediscovered) around Coulee City and Wenatchee, there are ample opportunities for quality ice climbing in Washington state! Arctic Grail, The Drip, and Hanging Curtainare just a few of the hottest ice routes that await you. Veteran ice climber Alex Krawarik an"Washington Ice: A Climbing Guide" (Book) by Jason

Describes wilderness areas throughout the state: organized and color-coded by region, each entry includes a map and photo of the area, its elevation, location, relevant USGS topo maps, and several suggested hikes. A nice way to get to know areas of Oregon you've not visited before. 280

A complete guide to Joshua Tree National Park, including Black Rock and Indian Cove. Describes over 20 of the best day hikes, plus scenic drives, history, geology, and much more. Includes a wildflower field guide section in vivid color. The whole book has desert photos in full color. 200

Totally revised edition (2003). Popular guide to hot springs locations and facilities in Alaska, Alberta (Alberta), British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. Brief info on some spots in Eastern U.S., too. Covers both commercial resorts and natural wilderness springs. Has GPS coordinates, camping, etc. 224

A very comprehensive manual on how to enjoy the deserts of North America, how to deal with the unique desert environments, and how to stay safe out there. Includes a very thorough account of how to navigate in a relatively featureless environment. This desert lore provided in this book is not useful solely for hikers, but for birders, climbers,

This indispensable guide covers virtually every aspect of the personal training business. Includes information on certifications, business models, accounting, legal issues, marketing, growth, customer service and much, much more. 2001, 167