"A young explorer's introduction to California's Yosemite National Park, covering its mountain landscape, plants, animals such as black bears, and activities such as rock climbing"--Provided by publisher.
Glen Denny's photos preserved and romanticized the 1960's era that is now referred to as the Golden Age of American Rock Climbing. His memoir brings a sense of purity and non-commercialization to the sport and recalls memories of a time when no one really knew if the rocks could even be climbed.
Twelve-year-old Lizzie Durango lives in a zoo, spending her days taking note of the animals' behaviors, then she meets runaway Tyler Briggs and together they investigate the wolves who are suddenly dying.
Tells the story of President Theodore Roosevelt's 1903 camping trip in California's Yosemite National Park with world-famous naturalist, John Muir, and his later efforts to preserve the forests, its wildlife, and the large sequoia trees.
This book is an exploration of Yosemite National Park, including its sky-piercing mounting peaks and plunging waterfalls, history of preservation, plant and animal life, and tourist attractions.
'Learn about the seven wonders of the United States: The Everglades, Glacier point: Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Mississippi River, Mount McKinley: Denali National Park, Niagara Falls and Redwood Forest"--Provided by publisher.
