Amazing Palo Duro Canyon State Park
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Page : 8 pages
File Size : 42,2 MB
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Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
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The Story of Palo Duro Canyon
Author : Duane F. Guy
Publisher : Texas Tech University Press
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 46,98 MB
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN : 9780896724532
Book Description
Of the canyons that break the eastern edge of the Staked Plains, Palo Duro is by far the most spectacular. As one approaches the edge, the earth opens up into a vast gash, a geological and ecological wonder. And whether you come to Palo Duro as a novice or veteran canyoneer, the thrill and the mystery are always intense. How did the canyon get here? What caused the vari-color of the walls and formations? Why do some formations stand completely separated from the canyon walls? Did the little stream running along the canyon floor form this canyon all by itself? Who were the first people to find this canyon and how did they react? On this last question imagination goes to work and contemplates what ancient people must have felt when they, even less aware than we, stumbled upon the chasm rim and quickly realized that they had found a bonanza, an immense concentration of water, wood, game, and protection--all they needed to sustain life.--Frederick W. Rathjen Originally published as an edition of the Panhandle Plains Historical Review, The Story of Palo Duro Canyon, with its seven essays devoted to geology, archeology, paleontology, vegetation, park development, and the amphitheater, and its road log from Canyon, Texas, through the Palo Duro State Park, has become a classic. This Double Mountain Books edition, with a new introduction by Frederick W. Rathjen, makes 04 Activeable once again a comprehensive discovery and invaluable memento for the many thousands who visit the park each year.
The Geologic Story of Palo Duro Canyon
Author : William Henry Matthews
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 18,86 MB
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : Nature
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Book Description
In 'The Geologic Story of Palo Duro Canyon' by William Henry Matthews, readers are taken on a journey through the fascinating geological history of one of Texas' most iconic landmarks. Matthews dives deep into the formation of the canyon, exploring the various rock layers, fossils, and unique features that shape its landscape. With a meticulous attention to detail and a clear passion for the subject matter, Matthews presents this geological information in a captivating and accessible way, making it a must-read for both geology enthusiasts and general readers interested in natural history. The book is written in a descriptive and informative style, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the geological processes that have shaped Palo Duro Canyon over millions of years. Matthews' expertise in geology shines through in his expert analysis and interpretation of the canyon's geologic features, making this book a valuable resource for anyone curious about the Earth's geological history. Readers will come away from this book with a newfound appreciation for the natural wonders of Palo Duro Canyon and a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped our planet's landscapes.
Moon Texas
Author : Andy Rhodes
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 904 pages
File Size : 43,6 MB
Release : 2017-12-05
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1631216481
Book Description
Get to know the fiery spirit, Southern hospitality, and big personality of the Lone Star State. Inside Moon Texas you'll find: Strategic itineraries for every budget and timeline, from a Route 66 road trip to quick getaways to the Hill Country, Big Bend National Park, and more Unique ideas and can't-miss activities: Learn the meaning of Texas pride at the Alamo, marvel at the original Mission Control at the NASA Space Center, or explore JFK's legacy at the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas. Sample authentic, smoky barbecue, classic Tex-Mex staples, and down-home Southern cooking. Catch a show in the "Live Music Capital of the World," or learn the moves at a honky-tonk in Hill Country. See the striking sunset over the Palo Duro Canyon, stroll along the Padre Island National Seashore, or watch a genuine cowboy cattle heard at a classic Texas ranch Honest advice from Austin local Andy Rhodes on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around Thorough background information on the state's culture, history, geography, and regional vernacular Full-color photos and detailed, easy-to-use maps throughout Focused coverage of Dallas and Fort Worth, Austin and the Hill Country, San Antonio and South Texas, Houston and East Texas, the Gulf Coast, El Paso and West Texas, the Big Bend Region, and the Panhandle Plains With Moon Texas' practical tips and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of Texas? Try Moon Austin, San Antonio & The Hill Country or Moon Dallas & Fort Worth. If you're hitting the road, check out Moon Southwest Road Trip.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Author : Texas. Parks and Wildlife Department
Publisher :
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 37,71 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
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Book Description
Texas State Parks and the CCC
Author : Cynthia A. Brandimarte
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 11,52 MB
Release : 2013-01-05
Category : History
ISBN : 160344825X
Book Description
From Palo Duro Canyon in the Panhandle to Lake Corpus Christi on the coast, from Balmorhea in far West Texas to Caddo Lake near the Louisiana border, the state parks of Texas are home not only to breathtaking natural beauty, but also to historic buildings and other structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the 1930s. In Texas State Parks and the CCC: The Legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps, Cynthia Brandimarte has mined the organization’s archives, as well as those of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and the Texas Department of Transportation, to compile a rich visual record of how this New Deal program left an indelible stamp on many of the parks we still enjoy today. Some fifty thousand men were enrolled in the CCC in Texas. Between 1933 and 1942, they constructed trails, cabins, concession buildings, bathhouses, dance pavilions, a hotel, and a motor court. Before they arrived, the state’s parklands consisted of fourteen parks on about 800 acres, but by the end of World War II, CCC workers had helped create a system of forty-eight parks on almost 60,000 acres throughout Texas. Accompanied by many never-published images that reveal all aspects of the CCC in Texas, from architectural plans to camp life, Texas State Parks and the CCC covers the formation and development of the CCC and its design philosophy; the building of the parks and the daily experiences of the workers; the completion and management of the parks in the first decades after the war; and the ongoing process of maintaining and preserving the iconic structures that define the rustic, handcrafted look of the CCC. With a call for greater appreciation of these historical resources, especially in light of the recent Bastrop fire, which threatened one of the state’s most popular CCC-era destinations, Brandimarte profiles twenty-nine parks, providing a descriptive history of each and information on its CCC company, the dates of CCC activity, and the CCC-built structures still existing within the park.
Caprock Canyonlands
Author : Dan L. Flores
Publisher :
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 30,81 MB
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780292725058
Book Description
"In this splendid book, [Flores] combines his camera lens and an imaginative personal narrative to create a canyonlands encounter which will surprise, enlighten, and educate us to the long neglected Llano Estacado (Staked Plain) of West Texas.... You cannot help but be swept along with the magic of this country and Flores' longing for not only its preservation, but, indeed, its restoration." —New Mexico Historical Review "Caprock Canyonlands is a gripping book. I recommend it without reservation. It's a book we need to read if we are to help save the beauty of the southern Plains.... This book is not only going to have a regional audience; it will create a much needed national debate on the preservation of the Southwest landscapes which we all love and hold dear." —Great Plains Quarterly Caprock Canyonlands is Dan Flores' personal narrative about the canyons and badlands of the southern High Plains, which extend from eastern New Mexico and western Oklahoma south through Texas to the Concho River. Describing a series of journeys into the canyonlands, he evokes the literally millions of years that shaped the region. This stereoscopic vision, encompassing geology, mythology, botany, art, history, literature, and other studies, establishes Flores' place among America's most skilled nature writers.
Buffalo Music
Author : Tracey E. Fern
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 24,86 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780618723416
Book Description
Beautifully told by Tracey Fern and warmly illustrated by Caldecott Honor winner Lauren Castillo, this is the story of one woman's quest to save the buffalo that once roamed the West. Based on the work of Mary Ann Goodnight, a pioneer credited with forming one of the first captive buffalo herds in the late 1800s and saving them from extinction.
Information Guide to
Author : Texas. Parks and Wildlife Department
Publisher :
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 33,56 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
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Book Description
Hiking Texas
Author : Laurence Parent
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 34,13 MB
Release : 2009-09-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0762758007
Book Description
From the rugged Guadalupe Mountains in the west and the deep canyons of the Red River in the Panhandle to the lakes on the eastern landscape, the Texas backcountry is as spacious and diverse as the Lone Star State itself. This guide contains unforgettable hikes that suit all abilities and interests.
