Adventuring in Alaska
- ISBN-10
- 0871569507
- ISBN-13
- 9780871569509
- Category
- Travel / General
- Pages
- 420
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1998
- Publisher
- Sierra Club Books
- Author
- Peggy Wayburn
Description
The most authoritative and comprehensive guide to Alaska's endless recreation opportunities, unique culture, and history, this book is designed for independent, nature-oriented travelers of all ages. Updated with the latest information on where to stay, what to see, and how to get there, Adventuring in Alaska is filled with indispensable advice and insider tips:
Detailed listing of transportation options by land, sea, river, or air, including tours and charters
Recommendations for a wide range of lodging, from hotels and inns to hostels and campgrounds
Descriptions of Alaska's history, geology, flora, and fauna
Information on a variety of wilderness activities, including day hikes, backpacking trips, river rafting, bicycle routes, fishing trips, and ski outings
Detailed descriptions of weather and climate, including the best times to visit, and tips on clothing and equipment
Comprehensive listings of parks and wildlands, including the Pribilof Islands, Denali National Park and Preserve, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, the Kenai Fjords, and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Adventuring in Alaska is the premier guide to outdoor activities in one of the world's great, unspoiled regions.
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