Author : Ivo Lucchitta
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 14,44 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780898867305
-- All necessary geologic terms are defined -- Written at a level easy for readers to understand Arizona's geology is complex and its landscape varied. Yet, with Hiking Arizona's Geology as a companion, curious hikers with little or no background in g
Author : Terri Cook
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 19,58 MB
Release : 2003-12-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1594851891
* Part of the popular Hiking Geology series * Appendices cover additional geologic information for the non-geologist * Everything needed to plan the trip, including information about permits, lodging and camping, mule rides, and recommended day trips Etched on the Grand Canyon's steep walls are stories of how this majestic landscape came to be: volcanic islands, stark deserts, and tranquil seas come and gone, and histories of plants and animals that have made this place their home. You'll see this story up close on the trail with the help of Hiking the Grand Canyon's Geology. In eighteen excursions, there's something for everyone-from the most popular rim-to-river trails (Havasu Canyon Trail) to gentle, half-day rim walks (Red Butte Trail) to rugged and remote multi-day backpack trips (Lava Falls Route). Geologists Lon Abbott and Teri Cook both teach at Prescott College in Prescott, Arizona, where they lead hiking trips to study geology in the field.
Author : Ralph Lee Hopkins
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 20,12 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780898868562
Hiking the Southwest's Geology: Four Corners Region takes curious hikers on a journey through time that explores the Colorado Plateau-an immense land of canyons, mesas, and isolated mountain ranges in the American Southwest. Hopkins' stunning color photography brings the Four Corners Region to life in dazzling detail.
Author : Dave Ganci
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,62 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Arizona
ISBN : 9780871565976
Two books in one, this hiking guide features 100 of Arizona's best hiking trails, and an authoritative guide to the natural history of the Grand Canyon State's landscape. Ganci's knowledge of native species and local conditions, accompanied by 30 line drawings and 15 maps, helps hikers learn to identify each region's geology, weather, plant and animal life.
Author : Dale Nations
Publisher :
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 42,40 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Science
ISBN :
Geology of Arizona Second Edition
Author : David Yetman
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 10,6 MB
Release : 2021-11-02
Category : History
ISBN : 0816542457
Natural Landmarks of Arizona celebrates the vast geological past of Arizona’s natural monuments through the eyes of a celebrated storyteller who has called Arizona home for most of his life. David Yetman shows us how Arizona’s most iconic landmarks were formed millions of years ago and sheds light on the more recent histories of these landmarks as well. These peaks and ranges offer striking intrusions into the Arizona horizon, giving our southwestern state some of the most memorable views, hikes, climbs, and bike rides anywhere in the world. They orient us, they locate us, and they are steadfast through generations. Whether you have climbed these peaks many times, enjoy seeing them from your car window, or simply want to learn more about southwestern geology and history, reading Natural Landmarks of Arizona is a fascinating way to learn about the ancient and recent history of beloved places such as Cathedral Rock, Granite Dells, Kitt Peak, and many others. With Yetman as your guide, you can tuck this book into your glove box and hit the road with profound new knowledge about the towering natural monuments that define our beautiful Arizona landscapes.
Author : Lon Abbott
Publisher : Geology Underfoot
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,36 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780878425280
Explores the geological events that have helped shape twenty regions of Arizona, including the Tonto Bridge State Park, Glen Canyon Dam, Grand Canyon, meteor crater, and Monument Valley.
Author : Stanley S. Beus
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 22,9 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Science
ISBN :
This second edition of the leading book on Grand Canyon geology contains the most recent discoveries and interpretations of the origin and history of the canyon. It includes two entirely new chapters: one on debris flow in the Canyon and one on Holocene deposits in the canyon. All chapters have been updated where necessary and all photographs have been replaced or re-screened for better resolution. Written by acknowledged experts in stratigraphy, paleontology, structural geology, geomorphology, volcanism, and seismology, this book offers a wealth of information for students, geologists, and general readers interested in acquiring an understanding of the geological history of this great natural wonder.
Author : Sirena Rana Dufault
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 11,51 MB
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781643590097
This guide presents the most interesting and accessible portions of the Arizona National Scenic Trail in 26 carefully crafted routes.
Author : Matthew Nelson
Publisher : Wilderness Press
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 13,28 MB
Release : 2014-01-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0899977472
Now, for the first time, Arizona visitors and residents can set out on any part of the Arizona National Scenic Trail with a 'bible' of the trail's twists and turns, its flora and fauna, and its geology. In an easy-to-use format, Your Complete Guide to the Arizona National Scenic Trail serves up the 800-mile trail, section by section (43 altogether) so that day-hikers as well as thru-hikers can feel confident about the route. Inspired by the magnificence of the scenery, wildlife, and diversity of terrain, this new book is an irreplaceable source for any hiker, mountain biker, or equestrian heading for the Arizona National Scenic Trail.
