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Fodor's The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the West (Special-Interest Titles)

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Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

Majestic buttes, towering Sequoias, sculpted rock arches, and river-carved canyons---a visit to the national parks of the West isn’t merely a vacation, it’s a rite of passage. This completely updated and expanded book is the guide for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and retirees preparing to visit the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone, and 34 other parks in the American and Canadian West. Bursting with maps, charts, and orientation spreads, Fodor’s Complete Guide to the National Parks of the West is both a handy planning resource and a trusted travel companion. Key features include:

·Brand-new planning pages that take the guesswork out of organizing the perfect trip

·Beefed-up hiking coverage and new trail maps

·Detailed profiles of 37 parks

·Driving tours with area maps that give the big picture and help visitors explore both inside and outside the park gates
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Winner of the Lowell Thomas bronze award for best travel guide!
Comments from the judges on Fodor’s Complete Guide to National Parks of the West include, "Stuff it in the glove box and hit the road: This exhaustively researched guide has everything the traveler needs to tap into the riches of America’s national parks. Q & As from park rangers, nifty little maps and lists of things to do in each park (besides places to eat and places to stay) make this the essential guide for the outdoors enthusiast. The design makes it easy to use and nice to look at." To read more, visit http://www.satwf.com/2008lowellthomastraveljournalismwinners.aspx.
The SATW Foundation sponsors the annual Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition. The competition began in 1985, and today awards nearly $20,000 annually in prize money for outstanding work in print and on the Internet. It is the premier competition in this field, like the Pulitzer Prizes for travel journalism.

A Paddler's Guide to Everglades National Park

JOHNNY MOLLOY

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Don't leave home without it! 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

As an experienced Everglades paddler who has logged over 400 miles in the Everglades backcountry, I can't say enough about this book. Johnny Molloy has provided a level of detail that is truly extraordinary, and his descriptions of the trails and campsites are dead on the money. The maps alone make this book worth having. This book should find a permanent place of your list of indispensable equipment for planning and conducting an Everglades backcountry expedition.

A MUST READ if you plan to paddle the 'Glades 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I found this book extremely helpful; even having paddled the 'Glades twice already. This book will allow me to take "The road less travelled," on this, my third trip thru the 'Glades. I would highly recommend this to anyone planning to paddle the Wilderness Waterway, or parts thereof.

Editorial Review:

For the ultimate adventure by canoe or sea kayak, this guide to paddling the Everglades offers detailed information about every significant paddling route in Everglades National Park. The 53 designated paddling routes--including the renowned Wilderness Waterway, the spine of the paddlers' pathways--provide access to Florida's endangered natural paradise, the wide sheet of water that includes pristine beaches, sun drenched keys, and the world's largest mangrove forest.

Scenic Driving Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, 2nd (Scenic Driving Series)

Susan Springer Butler

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Used this every day of our trip 5 out of 5 stars.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

We used this book every day we were in Yellowstone. It was such a help in planning each day, knowing where to stop, what to expect in terms of how long hikes were, finding restaurants and shops, etc. I would read the information about each place aloud to the kids, which helped pass the time between stops. One word of caution, though. We are not the type of family that does a lot of hiking, camping, climbing, etc. We did find that some of her descriptions of the difficulty of the hikes and trails were a bit underestimated. Between the heat and the altitude, this is important to keep in mind! Other than that, I think this is a must have!

Excellent! 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 8 people found this review helpful.

This book was right on the money with all the things to see while driving through the parks. In combination with this book Outdoor Family Guide to Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks (Outdoor Family Guides) and the Trails Illustrated maps of both parks:
Trails Illustrated Yellowstone Map Old Faithful
Trails Illustrated Mammoth Hotsprings Yellowstone National Park NW
Trails Illustrated Tower Canyon Yellowstone National Park NE
Trails Illustrated Yellowstone Lake Yellowstone National Park SE
National Geographic Trails Illustrated Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA: Topo Map (Trails Illustrated - Topo Maps USA)
(which can also be purchased at http://www.ngmapstore.com), we had a very easy time getting around the park and where things were located. It made planning a whiz!

The RV Handbook: Essential How-to Guide for the RV Owner, 3rd Edition

Bill Estes

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Total reviews: 9 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Helpful Guide for RVers 5 out of 5 stars.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

Experienced or a beginner, RVers must learn a lot to care for their investment in a motorhome, fifth-wheel or trailer. This book has some advice I haven't seen elsewhere.
It tells how to weigh the different RVs on a scale, tire care (aging and ozone cracking), selecting a tow vehicle, understanding propane, and troubleshooting electrical systems.
It includes some checklists which come in handy:
*Dinghy Towing Inspection checklist
*Ignition-System Checklist for Gasoline Engines
*Diesel Engine Prestart Checklist
*Short-Term Storage Checklist
*Return Trip Checklist
*Steps for Dumping a Holding Tank
The graphics are well-drawn, clearly labeled and helpful. A troubleshooting diesel engines flowchart and one for gasoline engines really lays out the options clearly.

Editorial Review:

This new edition of The RV Handbook is for all types of RV enthusiasts - from a first-time buyer or renter to the most seasoned RV traveler. Packed with valuable information, checklists, photos, and charts, the guide tells you how to: buy an RV; avoid the single most common mistake novice RVers make; select a towing vehicle; avoid RV repair scams; benefit from technical trends in RV manufacturing; correct the bad towing habit that plagues even experienced RVers; and prevent explosive propane situations. With hundreds of proven RV tips, tricks, and techniques, this expanded handbook tells how to buy, maintain, and optimize RVs, saving both money and time.

Arizona and Grand Canyon (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)

DK Publishing

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

A good start to an interesting state 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 8 people found this review helpful.

For those looking for a simple overview of what to do in Arizona this is a great place to start. While it has information that travels in the United States may not need it offers great advice on hotels and the pictures really get you excited about your trip. .The recommendations are excellent and the book is very helpful for the Grand Canyon.

Eyewitness Arizona Guide 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

Love it! I will only purchase the Eyewitness series of guide books because they're loaded with easy to find information and tons of photos. Their maps and guides of where to eat or stay have been consistently accurate. They make travel a breeze. And when I'm going somewhere that I don't have enough time to see everything, these guides make it easier to decided because of the detailed descriptions with photos. This Arizona guide was great and I'll be using it again and again.

Editorial Review:

This heavily illustrated guide to Arizona and the Grand Canyon is packed with the best outdoor activities, as well as special features on history and culture, plus a comprehensive guide to what to eat and where to stay.

AIDS: Science and Society

Hung Fan, Ross F. Conner, Luis P. Villarreal

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Great for anyone! 5 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

This book is a must-have for anyone who works in health education or is a practitioner of any sort. Fan et al have created an easy-to-read yet detailed account of HIV and AIDS from the views of the epidemiologist, virologist, health care worker, psychologist, sociologist, and anyone else interested in the topic. I first encountered this book in 1999 as a student enrolled in a course on HIV and it's impact on our society. I now use it in teaching County sponsored HIV/STD workshops and mini courses to youth ages 13-19 and to professors and students at my university.

A book that is continuously updated 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

An amazing book. I came to know it by being a student in the class that the authors teach at UC Irvine--AIDS Fundamentals (by far the most informative and interesting class I have ever taken). I read the second edition, originally--the great thing about this book is that it is consistantly updated textbook--if you read each edition as it appears, you keep up with the developments. This is a book to be read over and over.

Editorial Review:

Univ. of California, Irvine. Brandon/Hill Allied Health List selection (#2). Textbook for nonspecialized students. Previous edition: c1998. Based on the author's one-quarter course at the University of California, Irvine. A Web site has been established to accompany the book. Site contains review questions, statistics, and links to AIDS resources. Softcover.

Complete Guide to Full-Time RVing: Life on the Open Road

Moeller

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Solid Information for Living Full-Time in an RV 5 out of 5 stars.
17 of 17 people found this review helpful.

My husband wanted to try full-time RVing, but I was too attached to having a house. Anyone trying to make that decision, needs to read this book.
It helps you figure the costs of such a lifestyle and how to deal with mail, licenses, and medical issues without a home base. Two chapters cover selecting an RV for full-timing. Then it addresses adjusting the RV to your special needs and what to do about storage. Five chapters cover the care of the RV (electrical systems, water, sewage, etc.). There are sections on driving, security, and selecting campgrounds.
We're talking about more than 500 pages of solid information here. It's essential for full-time RVers and quite useful for even part-time RVers.

Older book but some good information 4 out of 5 stars.
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

This is an older book on RV living and as such it doesn't have much if anything in the way of solar for power, satellite dish for TV and computer use or other off the grid living information one needs in 2007+. But the information on mail, medical, fees for various things, and what type of floor plan for an RV vs a trailer are helpful. Am still looking for a newer book and one that speaks to the single woman who travels in an RV and alone.

Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks

Bradley Mayhew

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Editorial Review:

Wild Yellowstone amazes visitors with its hydrothermal spectacles and free-roaming bison, while Grand Teton thrills with its rugged mountains and icy lakes. Whether you want to gaze at Old Faithful or hike among the peaks, gear up with this top-selling guide to two of the USA's most spectacular national parks.

Detailed Itineraries - explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton with over 20 great itineraries, plus trips to Jackson Hole and Cody, and along the Beartooth Highway

Best Hiking Routes - includes 40 of the most enjoyable hikes around lakes and geysers, up mountains and into the backcountry, with easy-to-use charts and topographic hiking maps

Family Friendly Options - information on education programs, campfire talks, ranger walks and the best hikes for little legs in our special Kids & Pets chapter

Adventure Ideas - covers hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, rafting, wolf-watching, snowboarding, dogsledding, kayaking, swimming, volunteering and much more

With 2000 hours of in-park research and over 280 miles of trails hiked, our authors offer sound advice for visitors

Florida State Parks

Michal Strutin

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Best Book to Explore "The Real Florida"! 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

This book is our favorite guide to exploring Florida's natural wonders, and there are many. It gives the most useful information of any I've found. If you would rather see real nature instead of fake (Disney animation) this is the book.
We keep it in our RV and plan trips with it.
What amazes me is that the author is from Washington state and knows so much about Florida.
The only thing that could make it better are two things: color photos and a better map of the parks with an overlay showing both major cities as well as the parks, to give a better sense of where they are located. It would be too crowded to put them all on one map so an overlay would be preferable. I had to use a car map in conjunction with the book map to plan trips, no big deal.
Just got back from Manatee Springs and Cedar Key. Florida springs are totally cool (double-ent. intended).

Editorial Review:

In terms of sheer number of parks and total annual visitors, Florida has one of the nation’s top three state park systems. Abundant shoreline, lakes, rivers, swamps, and marshes host an amazing array of wildlife, including bald eagles and orchids. This guide takes visitors hiking, camping, snorkeling, scuba diving, cycling and more-from sandy beaches to pine forests to stunning coral reefs.

National Geographic Guide to the National Parks of the United States, 6th Edition

National Geographic

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Featuring 375 color photos and 80 full-color detailed maps—more than any other park guidebook—this is the most comprehensive, up-to-the-minute book of its kind on the market today. A perennial favorite with more than a million copies sold in previous editions, it reflects National Geographic’s century-long association with America’s national parks system and its peerless reputation for travel expertise and cartographic excellence.

The guide opens with an essay by Yellowstone authority Paul Schullery, a section on how to use the guide, and a national locator map. The parks are presented alphabetically region by region, with individual maps and geographical profiles. Colorfully illustrated descriptions offer tours tailored to the time available, whether it’s an hour or a week, and tell visitors the best spots to enjoy hikes, spectacular vistas, wildlife, and more. An Information & Activities page provides practical advice on visiting—park contact information, camping and lodging, accessibility, pet restrictions, things to do, and special advisories. Excursions to nearby wildlife refuges, monuments, forests, and other areas of exceptional interest follow many of the park entries.

From planning a trip to making the most of every minute, here’s all the information anyone could want on the scenic national parks—the crown jewels of the park system—plus invaluable advice from National Geographic writers who know them well.