yosemite conservancy us (110 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New. A handy guide to Yosemite's world-famous trees.

Board Book. Condición: New. Sarell, Nadja Ilustrador. "We can help our meadows, too!"Grassy, flower-filled meadows are really pretty! It's oh-so tempting to hike and skip right through them. But meadows are actually fragile, and human footsteps and picnics can cause them harm-and then they cannot do their important work of providing habitat for creatures and plants, filtering water, and even storing carbon. The bouncy text and vibrant illustrations in this sturdy board book show little nature lovers how to easily protect meadows while enjoying one of Earth's loveliest features.

Paperback. Condición: New. This best-selling guide, intended for those who are looking for moderately easy hikes in Yosemite is now in a much smaller and compact size. It describes twenty different trips and provides information on distance, route, time required, and sights to see for each with trail charts and maps included.

Board Book. Condición: New. Sarell, Nadja Ilustrador. "This is something we can do!"The great outdoors could use some human kindness-and even the youngest children can help! Little hikers, picnickers, and campers will see how they can pitch in for nature by using the Leave No Trace principles modeled here, such as loving trees gently, leaving natural items in their place, using quiet voices to reassure shy creatures, and putting trash where it belongs. The bouncy rhyming text and vibrant illustrations in this sturdy board book show tiny kids they, too, can easily help protect any wild or natural place while having fun outside.

Board Book. Condición: New. Sarell, Nadja Ilustrador. "We can help our meadows, too!"Grassy, flower-filled meadows are really pretty! It's oh-so tempting to hike and skip right through them. But meadows are actually fragile, and human footsteps and picnics can cause them harm-and then they cannot do their important work of providing habitat for creatures and plants, filtering water, and even storing carbon. The bouncy text and vibrant illustrations in this sturdy board book show little nature lovers how to easily protect meadows while enjoying one of Earth's loveliest features.

Board Book. Condición: New. Sarell, Nadja Ilustrador. "A great introduction to enjoying nature without disturbing its rhythms."-Foreword ReviewsCurious, hungry black bears just want to eat! Juicy berries, crunchy nuts, tender grubs, sticky honey-that's good bear food. But if little park visitors and their families don't watch out, their food will be bear food, too! The bouncy rhyming text and vibrant pictures in this board book show how people of all ages can help keep bears safe and thriving. Perfect for first-time and seasoned campers alike.

Paperback. Condición: New. Cooper, Floyd Ilustrador. A Black boy's transformative day out in nature, recommended by Social Justice Books and We Are Kid Lit CollectiveRodney is that kid who just can't sit still. He's inside, but he wants to be outside. Outside is where Rodney always wants to be. Between school and home, there is a park. He knows all about that park. It's that triangle-shaped place with the yellow grass and two benches where grown-ups sit around all day. Besides, his momma said to stay away from that park. When Rodney finally gets a chance to go to a real park, with plenty of room to run and climb and shout, and to just be himself, he will never be the same.

Board Book. Condición: New. Ghahremani, Susie Ilustrador. Delight in nature with Little Muir! This playful book invites children to ramble through rolling hills, climb friendly trees, and listen to bird song on the breeze as they follow along with famed conservationist John Muir's lyrical prose and award-winning illustrator Susie Ghahremani's irresistibly cheerful paintings.The sun shines not on us, but in us. The rivers flow not past, but through us. With creatures to spot and small adventures to follow, Little Muir's Song takes young readers on a journey of appreciation for the natural world.

Hardback. Condición: New. Yosemite's Tuolumne Meadows has been up-and-coming landscape photographer Ryan Alonzo's summer home for several years, and he shares his deep sense of place in this exquisite, spare collection of photographs. Because he lives and works in the park, he is there to capture those special moments of light and weather in which Yosemite shines. Through his fresh lens, readers can experience the fields of wildflowers, the beckoning granite domes, and the mountain peak vistas of a remarkable corner of California's high Sierra, with each image accompanied by naturalist notes. For up to half the year, Tuolumne Meadows is closed to visitors due to snow on Tioga Road; Tuolumne in Pictures is the next best thing to being there.

Hardback. Condición: New. Few things say Yosemite National Park like Yosemite Falls.This entry in the Yosemite Icon series celebrates the booming harbinger of spring that has long delighted outdoor adventurers, nature lovers, and waterfall buffs alike.Plunging more than 2400 feet to the floor of Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls is an accessible wonder, popular with hikers, international visitors, and fans of its famous splash zone. With three cascades that feature in millions of photographs, Yosemite Falls is a must-do pilgrimage for anyone who considers themselves a waterfall connoisseur. The sixth tallest waterfall on earth, renowned for its "moonbows," and loaded with both smooth paths and challenging hikes-what's not to love? And while its booming voice can be heard across the Valley during peak flow, Yosemite Falls changes with the seasons, giving it an air of mystery that keeps visitors coming back.Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits. Featuring:All about the falls, or Where does the water go?Connecting with your favorite waterfallThe best spots for capturing the viewTaking care while you're thereFascinating facts and insider tips.

Hardback. Condición: New. Nothing says Yosemite National Park quite like Half Dome.This debut title of the Yosemite Icon series celebrates the awesome granite marvel that has long delighted outdoor adventurers, nature lovers, and geology buffs alike.Rising boldly from the floor of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome has a well-earned reputation as a popular hiking destination and a sightseeing bucket-list item. With its distinctive shape that dominates views and stars in millions of photographs, Half Dome is a scenic subject from dawn to dusk, year 'round. And while its smooth shoulders and sheer face may seem impassive, Half Dome is a dynamic feature, shifting with the light, humming with plant and animal life, and brimming with tales of ancient glaciers, eons of erosion, and millennia of human history. Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits. Featuring:All about the rock, or What happened to the other half? Connecting with your favorite monolith The best spots for capturing the viewTaking care while you're there Fascinating facts and insider tips.

Hardback. Condición: New. Few things say Yosemite National Park like Yosemite Falls.This entry in the Yosemite Icon series celebrates the booming harbinger of spring that has long delighted outdoor adventurers, nature lovers, and waterfall buffs alike.Plunging more than 2400 feet to the floor of Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls is an accessible wonder, popular with hikers, international visitors, and fans of its famous splash zone. With three cascades that feature in millions of photographs, Yosemite Falls is a must-do pilgrimage for anyone who considers themselves a waterfall connoisseur. The sixth tallest waterfall on earth, renowned for its "moonbows," and loaded with both smooth paths and challenging hikes-what's not to love? And while its booming voice can be heard across the Valley during peak flow, Yosemite Falls changes with the seasons, giving it an air of mystery that keeps visitors coming back.Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits. Featuring:All about the falls, or Where does the water go?Connecting with your favorite waterfallThe best spots for capturing the viewTaking care while you're thereFascinating facts and insider tips.

Hardback. Condición: New. Nothing says Yosemite National Park quite like Half Dome.This debut title of the Yosemite Icon series celebrates the awesome granite marvel that has long delighted outdoor adventurers, nature lovers, and geology buffs alike.Rising boldly from the floor of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome has a well-earned reputation as a popular hiking destination and a sightseeing bucket-list item. With its distinctive shape that dominates views and stars in millions of photographs, Half Dome is a scenic subject from dawn to dusk, year 'round. And while its smooth shoulders and sheer face may seem impassive, Half Dome is a dynamic feature, shifting with the light, humming with plant and animal life, and brimming with tales of ancient glaciers, eons of erosion, and millennia of human history. Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits. Featuring:All about the rock, or What happened to the other half? Connecting with your favorite monolith The best spots for capturing the viewTaking care while you're there Fascinating facts and insider tips.

Hardback. Condición: New. "Charming, surprising, and beautiful. The perfect Yosemite guidebook for history buffs." -Andrea Wulf, author The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New WorldEvery day, Yosemite National Park welcomes people from around the world who seek a deeper connection to nature. A good many of these visitors are inspired by the example set by the renowned naturalist John Muir, who had some of his most transformational experiences there. In sketchbooks, journals, and later articles and books, Muir drew what he saw to convey Yosemite's gorgeous landscapes and ultimately help ignite the global national parks movement. Twenty-five of the scenic places that Muir sketched are included in this unique guide designed so that visitors to the majestic park can more easily have their own Muir-inspired adventure. With easy-to-follow directions plus a simple map for planning an itinerary, visitors can delight in the stunning mountains, waterfalls, and giant sequoias that Muir himself enjoyed, often from the same enduring spot. A brief passage by Muir accompanies each drawing, and curator Mike Wurtz's engaging commentary enlivens the tour. A sample of the locations featured:Half DomeYosemite FallsGlacier PointMariposa Grove of Giant SequoiasHetch Hetchy ValleyCathedral PeakLembert Dome.

Hardback. Condición: New. "Charming, surprising, and beautiful. The perfect Yosemite guidebook for history buffs." -Andrea Wulf, author The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New WorldEvery day, Yosemite National Park welcomes people from around the world who seek a deeper connection to nature. A good many of these visitors are inspired by the example set by the renowned naturalist John Muir, who had some of his most transformational experiences there. In sketchbooks, journals, and later articles and books, Muir drew what he saw to convey Yosemite's gorgeous landscapes and ultimately help ignite the global national parks movement. Twenty-five of the scenic places that Muir sketched are included in this unique guide designed so that visitors to the majestic park can more easily have their own Muir-inspired adventure. With easy-to-follow directions plus a simple map for planning an itinerary, visitors can delight in the stunning mountains, waterfalls, and giant sequoias that Muir himself enjoyed, often from the same enduring spot. A brief passage by Muir accompanies each drawing, and curator Mike Wurtz's engaging commentary enlivens the tour. A sample of the locations featured:Half DomeYosemite FallsGlacier PointMariposa Grove of Giant SequoiasHetch Hetchy ValleyCathedral PeakLembert Dome.

Paperback. Condición: New. Here is an entertaining collection of John Muir's most exciting adventures, representing some of his finest writing. From the famous avalanche ride off the rim of Yosemite Valley to his night spent weathering a windstorm at the top of a tree to death-defying falls on Alaskan glaciers, the renowned outdoorsman's exploits are related in passages that are by turns exhilarating, unnerving, dizzying, and outrageous.

Paperback. Condición: New. Here is an entertaining collection of John Muir's most exciting adventures, representing some of his finest writing. From the famous avalanche ride off the rim of Yosemite Valley to his night spent weathering a windstorm at the top of a tree to death-defying falls on Alaskan glaciers, the renowned outdoorsman's exploits are related in passages that are by turns exhilarating, unnerving, dizzying, and outrageous.

Hardback. Condición: New. There's big. . .and then there's Yosemite's El Capitan. This entry in the Yosemite Icon series honors the incredible granite monolith that towers over the north side of Yosemite Valley, the stone beacon that draws both peregrine falcons and the world's best rock climbers: El Capitan. Whether rising from the mists or sparkling in the sunshine, El Capitan enchants. It calls to outdoor adventurers, geology buffs, and photographers with its sheer faces and its sheer bulk. Don't let its hard exterior fool you: This rock has plenty to say. El Capitan tells captivating tales about the wildlife and plants that dwell on and around its 3500-foot-tall cliffs, about ancient magma and glaciers, and about the ongoing human story unfolding at its base-and on its big walls. Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits.

Paperback. Condición: New. Morales, Elizabeth Ilustrador. This handy book is designed to allow users to quickly identify the trees they encounter in the Sierra Nevada. Unlike other tree identification manuals, it limits its scope. A total of 38 of the most common species are included, along with information on distinguishing similar tree varieties, a discussion of plant relationships, a listing of prominent field marks, and references. A simple key is tied to thorough descriptions of the various Sierra trees. Multiple drawings illustrate the text. Covering the length of the Sierra Nevada, the Tree Identifier should prove useful to visitors throughout the mountain range.

Hardback. Condición: New. There's big. . .and then there's Yosemite's El Capitan. This entry in the Yosemite Icon series honors the incredible granite monolith that towers over the north side of Yosemite Valley, the stone beacon that draws both peregrine falcons and the world's best rock climbers: El Capitan. Whether rising from the mists or sparkling in the sunshine, El Capitan enchants. It calls to outdoor adventurers, geology buffs, and photographers with its sheer faces and its sheer bulk. Don't let its hard exterior fool you: This rock has plenty to say. El Capitan tells captivating tales about the wildlife and plants that dwell on and around its 3500-foot-tall cliffs, about ancient magma and glaciers, and about the ongoing human story unfolding at its base-and on its big walls. Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits.

Hardback. Condición: New. John Muir wrote many wonderful books about his travels, but one story-about his long walk from San Francisco to Yosemite-is one book he did not author himself. In April 1868, a very young John Muir stepped off a boat in San Francisco and inquired about the quickest way out of town. "But where do you want to go?" was the response, to which Muir replied, "Anywhere that is wild." Using Muir's personal correspondence and published articles, Peter and Donna Thomas have reconstructed the real story of Muir's literal ramblings over California hills and through dales, with lofty Sierra Nevada peaks, Englishmen, and bears mixed in for good measure. The trip is illustrated by charming cut-paper illustrations that take their inspiration from Muir's love of nature. John Muir's story-telling is so compelling that even 150 years later, seeing the world through his eyes makes us want to head out into the wild.

Pamphlet. Condición: New. This practical, fold-up guide to Yosemite's spectacular waterfalls is divided into two sections. The first offers in-depth coverage of eleven waterfalls in Yosemite Valley. The second section details the major waterfalls outside the Valley, including those at Hetch Hetchy, in Wawona, in Tenaya Canyon, and along the Tuolumne River. Handsome location maps and stunning full-color photographs accompany the descriptions. In addition to relevant data about each fall (including height and best view points) there are also recommended hikes to the falls, a list of the world's ten highest waterfalls, and historical perspectives on the falls.

Paperback. Condición: New. In addition to things to see and do in the major regions of Yosemite, this guidebook also provides reservation information and dining options, suggests hikes and excursions at any level of desired activity, promotes safe enjoyment of the park, and covers major and little-known natural features. Also included are information on roads and gateway communities, tips on how to reserve a campsite or lodging, photos of flora and fauna, and important phone numbers, emails, and web sites, and updated maps. New to this eighth edition are: .connectivity and technology information; .a "Hike Smart" safety section with loads of tips;.all new photographs.

Paperback. Condición: New. Stellanova, Tammy Ilustrador. Birds bathe with abandon. A salamander, a snail, and a shrew share space for an instant. A fox springs from a field. Spiders spin. Clouds collect. Grasses grow, and ducks drift on by. For every forest wanderer who has yearned to capture these fleeting moments on paper, Nature Notebook provides a beautiful space to do so. More than just blank pages, this illustrated notebook presents playful prompts and sketches to stimulate your creativity while providing plenty of room to fill in what you fancy. Scientific observation meets artistic impulse in this treasure for the novice, the curious, and the inspired.

Paperback. Condición: New. Goldsmith, William Ilustrador.

Paperback. Condición: New. A riveting account of one of the most notable personalities of the mountain climbing world!This engaging portrayal of the life of legendary mountaineer Norman Clyde (1885-1972) will amply reward readers hungry for heroes of the past. Clyde made his mark on history with more than 130 first ascents throughout western North America, and many believe he knew the High Sierra better than anyone else, including John Muir. Part of his mystique comes from participating in high-profile mountain rescues and recoveries, in which he is credited with saving a number of lives. Those who had the good fortune to meet Clyde-often with a ninety-pound pack on his back that included an anvil for boot repair, fishing rods, cooking pots, and books in Greek and Latin-never forgot the experience. Biographer Robert C. Pavlik uses Clyde's own words, along with recollections from his family, friends, fellow climbers, and acquaintances, to capture the experiences of a remarkable man and a bygone time "between the pioneers and the rock climbers.".

Hardback. Condición: New. Meet Yosemite's most celebrated tree This entry in the Yosemite Icon series looks up-way up-at the charismatic giant sequoia that captures hearts with its immense size and quirky charm: the Grizzly Giant. As if sprouted in a fairy tale, the Grizzly Giant is a magical presence. The huge, nearly 3,000-year-old tree welcomes all who stroll beneath its tremendous branches and marvel at its trunk. From its snag top to its burn scar, this photographer's favorite has provided a 29-foot-wide backdrop for presidents and philosophers. Its forest companions are furry creatures, striking wildflowers, and other lofty trees; its setting in Yosemite's Mariposa Grove is a place of peace and natural splendor. When the U.S. government protected Yosemite forever, it did so because of Yosemite Valley and because of the incredible giant sequoias nearby. The emblem of the National Park Service includes a sequoia. There's good reason for this reverence and respect: The Grizzly Giant and its fellow sequoias are nothing short of inspiring. Each slim yet elegant title in the Yosemite Icon series gathers stunning photos and insider information to tell the story of one of the park's celebrated landscape elements. Replete with natural and human history, these books are equally enjoyable both at home and on trails: Pop them in your backpack as on-the-go guides or peruse them from your couch to remember your favorite features between visits.

Hardback. Condición: New. San Souci, Daniel Ilustrador. Coyote is separated from her mate by a rockfall and searches the park to find him. Sometimes silent, occasionally observed, always watchful, Coyote makes her way from one memorable site to another, singing a lonely song of yips and yowls. Gorgeous watercolor paintings of Yosemite illuminate this ultimately satisfying story, while the text closely observes one of the park's most familiar kind of wild resident. Young readers will discover much about coyotes, and will also delight in spotting the places they too have visited-Half Dome, Sentinel Bridge, Stoneman Meadow, the Ahwahnee, and more.

Hardback. Condición: New. Cooper, Floyd Ilustrador. A Junior Library Guild SelectionRodney is that kid who just can't sit still. He's inside, but he wants to be outside. Outside is where Rodney always wants to be. Between school and home, there is a park. He knows all about that park. It's that triangle-shaped place with the yellow grass and two benches where grown-ups sit around all day. Besides, his momma said to stay away from that park. When Rodney finally gets a chance to go to a real park, with plenty of room to run and climb and shout, and to just be himself, he will never be the same.

Paperback. Condición: New. This riveting narrative details the mysterious disappearance of Peter Starr, a San Francisco attorney from a prominent family, who set off to climb alone in the rugged Minaret region of the Sierra Nevada in July 1933. Rigorous and thorough searches by some of the best climbers in the history of the range failed to locate him despite a number of promising clues. When all hope seemed gone and the last search party had left the Minarets, mountaineering legend Norman Clyde refused to give up. Climbing alone, he persevered in the face of failure, resolved that he would learn the fate of the lost man. Clyde's discovery and the events that followed make for compelling reading. Recently reissued with a new afterword, this re-creation of a famous episode in the annals of the Sierra Nevada is mountaineering literature at its best.