Author : Richard LaMaster
Publisher : Tag Pub.
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 27,10 MB
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Palo Duro Canyon (Tex.)
ISBN : 9781934606179
Contains information for the beginner or the experienced hiker, including color-coded maps and helpful hints. Also offers some history of Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Author : Duane F. Guy
Publisher : Texas Tech University Press
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 43,83 MB
Release : 2001
Category : History
ISBN : 9780896724532
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.
Author : William Henry Matthews
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 22,58 MB
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : Nature
ISBN :
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.
Author : Texas. Parks and Wildlife Department
Publisher :
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 49,77 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
ISBN :
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Publisher :
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 24,65 MB
Release :
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
ISBN :
Author : W H Matthews
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 26,68 MB
Release : 1989-12-12
Category :
ISBN : 9780686293163
Author : Texas. Parks and Wildlife Department
Publisher :
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 38,32 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
ISBN :
Author : Texas. Parks and Wildlife Department
Publisher :
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 32,48 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Palo Duro State Park (Tex.)
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Author : Laurence Parent
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 32,72 MB
Release : 2009-09-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0762758007
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.
Author : Cynthia A. Brandimarte
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 28,57 MB
Release : 2013-01-05
Category : History
ISBN : 160344825X
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.
