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#ACADIAN REMINISCENCES: the true story of Evangeline. by Voorhies.
Tale of migration from Acadia to Louisiana.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC9370 cloth$10.00.
#ALONG THE MAINE COAST. by Wheelwright.
Large-format black-and-white photos of the coast of Maine.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3071 cloth$9.98. Check stock.
ASSAULT AND LOGISTICS: Union Army coastal and river operations, 1861-1866. by Charles Dana Gibson with E. Kay Gibson.
Role of naval steamboats, including merchant vessels in Civil War. Explores how more than 3,500 merchant vessels were employed by the Union Army as primary transportation and in cooperation with the nation's rail systems. Major campaigns could not have been undertaken without the steamboat, including the Peninsular Campaign in 1862, the taking of Vicksburg in 1863 and the Petersburg Campaign of 1864-165 as well as others. Volume 2 of the Army's Navy Series. 35 illustrations, 16 maps, ship lists. See sample pages, illustrations.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-9608996-3-4. 1995. Order #: MISC6603 cloth w/dust cover$45.00.
#BATTLE ROAD: birthplace of the American Revolution. Cullen.
Guide to Minute Man National Historical Park. Chatham: Drawings, maps, 47 pages.
Inventory = 2. ISBN: 0-85699-014-0. 1970. Order #: MISC3857 paper$3.95.
#THE BICYCLIST'S GUIDE TO YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. by Collings.
200 miles of roads, with information on campsites and other facilities, plus history of bicycling in the park plus natural history. Illustrated, 64 pages.
Inventory = 1.ISBN: 0-934318-15-8. Order #: MISC2404 paper$3.95.
#BINOCULARS AND ALL PURPOSE TELESCOPES. Paul.
Guide to which ones to get for specialized
purposes, how they work, and what they can do for you in astronomy, hiking, hunting,
nature study, travel, telephotography. Photos, 96 pages.
Inventory = 4. ISBN: 0-87814-3558-1. Order #: MISC3927 cloth$11.95.
BUDGET VACATIONER'S GUIDEBOOK: Western US. by Michael J. Studebaker.
How to save time and money, avoid crowds, and still have a great time. Includes
campgrounds, inexpensive motels, restaurants, transportation, prices listed by towns within western states. Not a current guide. Maps, 320 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-932145-37-X. 1984. Order #: MISC3611 paper$8.95.
CAPTAIN & TENNILLE. by James Spada.
Children's story. Biography of popular singing duo, early lives, breaks, awards one, TV success. 32 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-87191-615-0. 1978. Order #: MISC3822 cloth$7.95.
CHAMPLAIN: explorer of New France. by Matthew G. Grant.
Children's story of exploration of St . Lawrence River and Great Lakes region of United States and Canada. Champlain eventually became governor of New France, with his main activity in Quebec, where he died on Christmas Day in 1635.
Inventory = 2. ISBN: 0-87191-287-2. 1974. Order #: MISC3821 cloth$4.95
CONDITIONING FOR SPORT. by Dr. N. Whitehead.
Passes on to coaches, trainers, and sportsmen and sportswomen the research findings related to fitness improvement to enable them to restructure their training programs, Outlines essential methods of conditioning relating to all sports--including muscular endurance, strength and running schedules. psychological factors. Includes 150 photographs show athletes in training action. 110 pages.
Inventory = 3. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3114 paper$6.95.
COUGAR ATTACKS: encounters of the worst kind. Katy Etling.
Documents attacks by mountain lions on humans. Presents an array of attack incidents showing the cougar as a relentless killing machine while sill arguing persuasively for keeping the animal as part of the ecosystem and of our lives and experiences. Gives tables of non-fatal and fatal cougar attacks on humans. Also arranges attacks by states and gives insights from these experiences that might help avoid being attacked. 263 pages, index.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 1-58574-221-X. 2001. Order #: MISC4798cloth$24.95.
#DISCOVERIES IN THE PACIFIC OCEAN. Farquhar.
A brief chronology of Discovery in the Pacific Ocean from Balboa to Capt. Cook's First Voyage--1513 to
1770. San Francisco: Grabhorn Press. Carries author's card, Xmas greetings. 1
limited to 1000 copies. 16 pages. Fine condition. 943,
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC9401 paper$30.00.
THE EARTH-MAN STORY: starring Shenandoah Skyline--parks, man, and his environment. by Darwin Lambert.
Explore an environmental ethic for the Shenandoah National Park area. Presents history of area, with natural and cultural changes evolving into environmental considerations, illustrating what the environmental ethic and parks are all about. Over 80 photos, maps, 208 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-682-47501-7. 1972. Order #: MISC9392 paper$6.95.
EATING RIGHT: before, during, and after pregnancy. by Elizabeth M. Whelan.
A nutrition notebook for expectant and new mothers.
How to have a baby and keep your figure, too. Features nutrition basics during pregnancy, areas of concern (alcohol, caffeine, and food additives), food cravings, after-pregnancy diet. 77 gale-format pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-940212-10-2. 1982. Order #: MISC3619 paper$6.95.
EVERYBODY'S GUIDE TO GREAT WINES UNDER $5. by James Nelson.
Ratings and tasting notes on hundreds of wines. Judging wines--color, aroma, bouquet, essence, acidity, body, flavor, and more. Imported wines and domestic wines. Rating systems and a wine miscellany of notes and tidbits about grapes, how wines are made and making your own wines. Index of wines spanning pages 105-284. 311pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-07-046222-4. Order #: MISC3723 paper$6.95.
EVERGLADES: wonderland for boys and girls. by Lura D. Dickson.
Describes features of Everglades National
park in juvenile format--flamingos and varied bird life, alligator, snakes, mammals, palmetto and other plants, prehistory. Illustrated, 144 pages, index.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC9387 paper$6.00.
EXCITING VAIL & BEAVER CREEK: a smart vacationer's guide to skiing, dining, and adventures in the
Vail Valley. by Ned R. Harley.
Insider tips for savvy skiers: escape routes for novices on advanced trails, where to find the best snow, quick ski routes between popular trails, I-70 sightseeing from the Denver airport to Vail. Includes summer activities from white-water rafting to golf, tennis, and mountain biking. Includes area facilities. Update pre-trip.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-9635493-0-8. 1992. Order#: MISC0317 paper$14.95.
THE GRANITE LANDSCAPE: a natural history of America's mountain domes, from Acadia to
Yosemite. Wessels.
Note on cover: Uncorrected Proof.
Illustrated, 192
pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-88150-429-7. Order #: MISC3256 paper$27.95.
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS: wonderland for boys and girls. by Lura D. Dickson.
Describes features of this
national park in juvenile format--domes and balds, wildlife, pioneers, waterfalls, more. Illustrated, 144 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1968. Order #: MISC9388 paper$6.00.
A GUIDE TO MUSIC FESTIVALS IN AMERICA. by Carol Price Rabin.
A practical and selective guide to North American music festivals including Canada and the Casals festival in Puerto Rico. Lists and describes over 150 musical events in 40 states: classical, opera, folk, jazz, pops, bluegrass, country, and old-time fiddlers. Arranged by music category and state. Update pre-trip. Drawings, 232 pages, index.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-912-944676. 1981. Order #: MISC3086 paper$6.95. check item below--same? stock? ISBN?
#MUSIC FESTIVALS IN AMERICA. by Carol Price Rabin.
Presents over 170 musical events in 43 states including classical, opera, jazz, ragtime and Dixieland, pops and light classical, folk, bluegrass, country, and old-time fiddlers. Describes each festival including its music type, and artists who have appeared. Arranged according to category of music and by state. Verify events pre-trip. Pen-an-ink sketches of artists and venues, 286 pages.
Inventory = 2. ISBN:0-912-94474-9. 1983. Order #: MISC3087 paper$8.95. check item above--same? stock? ISBN?
#GUIDE TO THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL in the Great Smokies, the Nantahalas, and Georgia.
Appalachian
Trail Conference. Include foldout maps. 1973.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC9372 vinyl$9.95.
HERBERT HOOVER'S HIDEAWAY. by Darwin Lambert.
The story of Camp Hoover on the Rapidan River in Shenandoah National Park, used while president by Herbert Hoover. It was selected to be a retreat in natural surroundings with trout fishing and horseback riding as an escape from dealing with the challenges of his office term including the Great Depression. Tells of how the president and first lady used the camp while on visits, of interactions with neighbors, delivery of important mail by airplane drop,and visitors and events. Photos, 157 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1971. Order #: MISC3948 paper$6.95.
HOW TO STOP PLAYING THE WEIGHTING GAME. by Gloria Arenson.
A step-by-step workbook to help you succeed in losing and maintaining weight.
Helps frequent dieters modify eating behavior, become free from the bondage of food, build self-awareness and self-esteem, say goodbye to fat once and for all. Rather than giving a specific diet, contains dozens of quizzes, fill-in charts, and other easy-to-follow behavior-modification techniques that have been proved effective. Works to help you set your goals, chart your progress and change the way you think about yourself and the food you eat.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-312-39616-3. 1981. Scuffed. Order #: MISC3718 paper$8.95.
HOW TO TYPESET FROM A WORD PROCESSOR: an interfacing guide. by Ronald Labuz.
Using word processors in publishing to produce newsletters, annual reports, college catalogs, trade books, and textbooks. For type buyers to consider whether to establish in-house typesetting and for typesetters for competitive-advantage on choosing hardware and marketing new services. Photographs, 215 pages, index.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-8352-1899-6. 1984. Order #: MISC3686 paper$9.95.
I SAW STARS. by H. Arthur Lamar.
Some memories of Commander Hal Lamar, Fleet Admiral Nimitz' Flag Lieutenant, 1941-45, mainly about the admiral with lots of personal insights even though during a period of war. Contacts with the Roosevelts and other military leaders are also recounted. From The Admiral Nimitz Foundation of Fredericksburg, Texas. Photos and drawings, some whimsical. 42 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. Order #: MISC3374 paper$3.95.
#LAKES OF CALIFORINA. Baxter.
Capsule descriptions and histories of 27 of the state's principal natural and man-made lakes--Tahoe, Tule, Mono, Shasta, Clear, Tulare, Salton Sea, and more. Photos, maps, 48p. 1972.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. Out of print.Order #: MISC9586 paper$10.00. CHECK STOCK.
THE LIVING LAND: an outdoor guide to North Carolina. by Marguerite Schumann.
Surveys the state's natural
areas--coastal plain, piedmont, and mountain areas--with histories, incidents, features to
see, and how to visit. Covers state parks, game lands, national seashores national wildlife refuges, national forests, TVA lakes, caverns. Describes the history of each of the various areas: replanting forests, mines, power development, farming, fishing, tourism, forestry research and horticulture. Photos, maps, 203 pages, index.
Inventory = 4. ISBN: None. 1977. Order #: MISC2991 paper$6.95.
THE LOW COUNTRIES: arts and society in Flanders and the Netherlands--a yearbook, 1993-94. by Flemish-Netherlands Foundation "Stichting ons Erfdeel."
Surveys contemporary history and culture, arts and society in Flanders and The
Netherlands, as well as their heritage--painters, poets, dancers, sculptors, museums, with samples of their art. Prepared for English-speaking peoples. Color illustrations, 326 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 90-70831-69-4. 1995-96. Order #: MISC8526 paper$76.00.
MOUNT DESERT ISLAND ROAD & TRAIL MAP. by Augustus D. Phillips.
1979 Boundaries of Acadia National Park. Topographic map showing roads and trails, terrain features, shorelines, ponds and lakes, trailheads, summits, marinas, picnic areas private lands, golf courses, ferries, museums, meadows. Two colors, scale approx 2 1/4" = 1 mile; contour interval = 50 feet.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1979. Order #: MISC3201 paper$3.95.
IMAGES AND RAINBOWS. Vol. 1, 1980 Journal of Arizona Poetry Assn. by Arizona Poetry Association.
Dozens of poems by a myriad of poet-authors, on many topics some celebrating the state.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1980. Order #: MISC3681 paper$4.95.
LATIN AMERICAN CONSPIRACY. by John van Geldern.
Novel of change precipitated by a postulated announcement by 18 Latin American countries that they will jointly declare a default on over a trillion dollars in foreign debts to save their faltering economies, politics that bring it about, and
a radical new economic system based on computer currency. An unholy alliance of bankers, businessmen, politicians and criminals come together to stop the new system from becoming a reality at any cost. 310 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-9628923-0. 1994. Order #: MISC6223 cloth$18.95.
LOOKING FOR MO: a novel. by Daniel Duane.
Story is set in northern California including San Francisco and Yosemite Valley around a would-be writer from Generation X who fails in his attempt to climb El Capitan in Yosemite, lifts shared stories from a friend, reunites with that friend and then together finish the climb, exploring the tenuous foundations of friendship. Includes author interview. 236 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-671-03483-9. 1998. Cover lightly soiled. Order #: MISC2740 paper$12.00.
MOUNTAIN MEN: a history of the remarkable climbers and determined eccentrics who first scaled the world's most famous peaks. by Mike Conefrey & Tim Jordan.
Chronicles the characters who operated in conditions of equipment, terrain knowledge, and mountaineering technique all of which were primitive compared to today's standards. Tells the stories of climbers of the Matterhorn, McKinley (Denali), Everest, and K2, and others. There is the ascent of Mont Black by Albert Smith with
16 guides and 18 porters, Edward Whymper on the Matterhorn who lost four party members shortly after summiting, Maurice Wilson who froze on Everest although counting on God's protection. A chapter asks, "Why climb?"
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-306-81129-4. 2002. Order #: MISC6589 cloth$23.00.
MOUNTAINEERING BASICS. by Lynne Foster.
Expanded version of Sierra Club handbook. Complete information on wilderness trip planning, physical conditioning, outfitting, using map and compass, camping with children, amateur weather forecasting, on- and off-trail travel, campsite selection and management, food and cooking, safety and first aid, search and rescue. Specialized instructions are given for rockclimbing, winter camping, snow and ice camping, desert travel. All wilderness skills are approached from a minimum impact perspective. Photographs drawings, 240 pages, index.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-032238-24-6. Order #: MISC1546 paper$9.95.
THE "NO DIET WAY" TO HEALTH, BEAUTY AND HAPPINESS: Nature's way cookbook. by Joe Parkhill.
Stresses the value of the nutrient composition of natural foods. Author notes that most foods support life but not necessarily health. Promotes the value of honey as a preventive medicine, power supply for quick energy, and substitute for sugar which for some may have disadvantages. And promotes natural foods instead of junk foods. Also considers the importance of exercise in creating and maintaining health. Presents lots of recipes, many of which include honey such as honey mint sauce and chocolate honey ice cream, poppy seed dressing, and more. 164 pages, index, spiral binding.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1979. Order #: MISC3845 spiral$6.95.
OF TIGERS AND MEN: entering the Age of Extinction. by Richard Ives.
A quest by the author to encounter the tiger in his
own territory before they vanish form the earth, along with many other also-threatened species, and even with some concerns about the future of humans themselves. 304 pages. Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-380-72936-9. 1997.Order #: MISC1089 paper$12.50.
#OIL AND GAS IN CALIFORNIA: a primer.
California Department of Oil and Gas. Gives history of industry in state, types of deposits, means of extraction. Illus, 41 pages. Circa 1957.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. Order #: MISC9369 paper$10.00.
THE ORVIS GUIDE TO OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY. by C. Boyd Pfeiffer.
Gives professional advice on best equipment for a variety of outdoor pursuits: hiking fishing hunting, nature study, and more. Chapters on Lighting and Composition, Flash Photography, and Close-up Photography offer technical instruction. There is also full treatment of animal, bird, and wildlife photography. Includes composition, equipment adaptations for special shots in difficult situations. Makes outdoor experiences more rewarding by bringing back memorable images from trips afield. Over 100 photographs including 4 pages in color, 226 pages, index.
Inventory =1. ISBN: 0-8329-0434-1. 1986. Order #: MISC2097 paper$13.95.
THE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT. by Julian May.
Story and history of this golf contest, with performances by many of the early pros: Walter Hagen, Paul Runyan, "Slammin' Sammy" Snead, Lee Trevino, Jack Nicklaus, and more. Written in a style for young readers. Color and black-and-white photos, 46 large-format pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 087191-524-3. 1976. Order #: MISC3817 cloth$8.95.
ROBBY ON ICE: adventures in the city. by Laurence Swinburne.
Children's book of adventures in the city: making friends, helping a friend learn about snow and also how to ice skate and discover a new goal. All set in the midst of a major metropolitan area. Photographs, 36 pages.
Inventory = 2. ISBN:0-87191-099-3. 1972. Order #: MISC3816 cloth$7.95.
SKI POWDER 9 WAYS. by Boot Gordon.
Experienced skiers know the joys of skiing newly fallen snow that has not yet been cut by many ski tracks. All should aspire to enjoy it, too. While there are similarities in how powder can be skied to how groomed slopes can be skied, there are important differences, too. One is that a skier needs some versatility and adaptability in powder because the forces one needs to manage may be stronger and more variable. Boot tells several ways to handle deep new snow, with 9 different and successful
techniques explained, and locates areas for powder skiing. Illustrated, 80 pages.
Inventory = 4. ISBN: None. 1975. Order #: MISC3010 paper$6.95.
SKY DIVING. by Uwe Beckmann.
History and development of the parachute and of planes that can be used in parachuting and skydiving. Discusses equipment, training including parachute packing and proper landing positions. What sky diving is like and discusses everything you need to know about sky
diving. Steering of parachutes, hazardous landings in water or trees. Diving positions and doing rolls and tricks in freefall. Games to play with other divers: holding hands, passing batons, target landings. And advice on safety. Diagrams and 200+ photos, 87 pages, index.
Inventory = 2. ISBN: 0-8069-8852-5. 1979. Order #: MISC3219 paper$7.95.
SKYLAND: the heart of the Shenandoah National Park. by George Freeman Pollock.
History of how the Skyland resort was founded in 1894
on a plateau on Stony Man Mountain long before this park was created, written by an individual deeply involved in the area for his lifetime, with insights on how the area became a national park. Describes natural history of region, staff and guests of resort, pageants. Historical photographs, reference notes, 299 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: None. 1960. Order #: MISC3949 paper$9.95.
#THE STRIPES AND STARS: the evolution of the American flag. Boleslaw & Mastai.
Chronology of flags and the periods which used them, leading to America's present flag.
71p, color Illustrated.
Inventory = Check stock. ISBN: 0-88360-001-3. Order #: MISC6835 paper$9.95.
#THE TERRITORIAL IMPERATIVE: a personal inquiry into the animal origins of property and nations. Ardrey.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3522 cloth$12.95.
THIRTY-THREE AND MORTGAGE FREE. by Maureen Jones-Ryan.
A how-to book for personal happiness and freedom. As psychologist, professor, and poet, author shares her own struggle to live without spiritual, social, or material liens. Citing Maslow, she advocates finding your own self-actualization, without "mortgaging" your marriage, career, body, family, education, or money. Extensive reading list, 71 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-87073-919-0. 1978. Order #: MISC3630 paper$4.50.
#TWISTER: the science of tornadoes and the making of an adventure movie. Davidson.
Including an
authorized look at the filming and special effects of "Twister". Inspired by the
major motion picture from Warner Bros. Illustrated, 223 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-671-00029-2. Order #: MISC6600 paper$14.00.
#USE OF THE NATIONAL FORESTS. by U. S. Forest Service.
1907 description of the multiple-use concept of the national forests--threats, values. 42 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN None. Order #: MISC9371 cloth$See: VistaBooks Encore: exits
THE VISITOR'S GUIDE TO CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE. by Margaret H. Koehler.
Covers nature trails and bicycle
paths, guided walks and lectures, exhibits and demonstrations, historic buildings
and landmarks, beaches and over-sand driving, sailing, lighthouses, Pilgrim history, life-saving station, birding. Update pre-trip. Illustrated, 80 pages, 1973. Covers
scuffed.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-85699-066-3. 1973. Order #: MISC5986 paper$3.95.
THE WAY OF THE GRIZZLY: the bears of Alaska's famed McNeil River. Walker.
Examines the behavior, social structure, basic biology and human-bear relationship in
this famous sanctuary. 161 large-format pages, color photos.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-89658-403-8. Order #: MISC3458 paper$22.95.
#WEST COAST USA: a guide to California, Washington and Oregon. Van Dam.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3132 paper$7.95.
#WESTERN SECTION OF NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK & ASSOCIATED AREAS: Part I. Darvill.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3199 paper$3.95.
#WHIZ TRIPS WITH KIDS: best of the Rockies & Southwest. Francis & Robertson.
Complete family travel guide to attractions in Montana, Wyoming, western South Dakota and Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona. Illustrated, maps, 224 pages.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: 0-9692549-1-1. Order #: MISC6112 paper$9.95.
#WINETASTER'S SECRETS: the consumer's guide to wine tasting.
Inventory = 3. ISBN: 0-919157-14-90. Order #: MISC3276 paper$6.95.
#WONDERS OFTHE WORLD. Clark. Color photos,
95 large-format pages. Minor tear on 1 page.
Inventory = 1. ISBN: . Order #: MISC3858 cloth$11.95.
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