guidebooks

"Overground Railroad chronicles the history of the Green Book, which was published from 1936 to 1966 and was the "Black travel guide to America." For years, it was dangerous for African Americans to travel in the United States. Because of segregation, Black travelers couldn't eat, sleep, or even get gas at most white-owned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, department stores, gas stations, recreational destinations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and the stories from those who took a stand against racial segregation are recorded and celebrated. This young reader's edition of Candacy Taylor's critically acclaimed adult book Overground Railroad include her own photographs of Green Book sites, as well as archival photographs and interviews with people who owned and used these facilities. The book also includes an author's note, endnotes, bibliography, timeline, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history and impact of the Green Book, a travel guide for black motorists published from 1936 to 1966, that listed hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for black travelers in a time of segregation and racial discrimination.

A guide to the plants and animals found along the Appalachian Trail.

Contains descriptions of fifty hikes in central New York, ranging from half-day walks for families to overnight circuits for campers or backpackers, each with commentary on geology, history, land use, and other topics, and includes maps, photographs, and notes on total distance, hiking time, and vertical rise.

"Explores this iconic crown jewel of America's trails with more than 250 spectacular contemporary images, historical photos and documents from the Continental Divide Trail Coalition archives, and detailed maps. Readers can experience the trail as if their boots were on the 3,100-mile path"--OCLC.

A guide to hiking trails in the Adirondack Mountains.

"Each United States National Park is introduced in a two-to-six-page spread. Articles include a thumbnail history, trivia, and one-to-two sentence articles about the best hikes, sights, and historical personages associated with the park"--OCLC.

"[Presents] . . . profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes"--Provided by publisher.