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Informationen zum Autor By Bruce Grubbs Klappentext "FalconGuides point the compass to the best spots to play, climb, hike, fish, and be." -CNN.com For more than twenty-five years, FalconGuide® has set the standard for outdoor recreation guidebooks. Written by top outdoors experts and enthusiasts, each guide invites you to experience the endless adventure and rugged beauty of the great outdoors.From the hot Sonoran Desert in the east to the cooler Mojave Desert in the west, Joshua Tree National Park offers diverse landscapes, picturesque rock formations, and exciting opportunities for adventure. Explore ruins of a mining mill at Wonderland Ranch, discover panoramic views from Ryan Mountain, and hike or bike among some of the largest Joshua trees in the park at Upper Covington Flat. Explore! Joshua Tree National Park shows you all the best outdoor activities in the park. Look inside to find:a fold-out color map of the park, complete with trailswhere to camp, hike, bike, and drivetrail descriptions and accurate directionslocal hazards and safety precautions Zusammenfassung AFalconGuide to Joshua Tree National Park will cover the fascinating geology and natural history of this desert park! focusing on exploring the desert by foot. As a world-class climbing destination! rock climbing will not be overlooked! nor will the abundance of wildflowers! a major park attraction. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction How to use this Guide Zero Impact Make It a Safe Trip Weather Heat and dehydration Hypothermia Water purification Old Mines Cactus and Other Plant Hazards Animal Hazards Wildfires History Natives Explorers Miners and Ranchers National Monument to National Park Natural History Why a Desert? Geography and Geology Two Deserts Meet Sonoran - 1!000 to 3!000 feet Mojave - 3!000 to 5!000 feet Desert Adaptations Plants Animals Joshua Tree National Park Getting to the Park Getting Around the Park Visitor Centers and Amenities Campgrounds and Picnic Areas Scenic Drives Desert Wildflowers Stargazing Bicycling the Park Rockclimbing Hiking Trails Appendix A: For More Information Appendix B: Resources Index About the Author ...
