national parks and reserves

"For every person who has experienced the beauty of the mountains and felt humbled by comparison . . . Take in John Muir's detailed observations of the sights, scents, sounds, and textures of Yosemite, Yellowstone, and forest reservations of the West. Be reminded (as Muir sagely puts), 'Wildness is a necessity; and that mountain parks and reservations are useful not only as fountains of timber and irrigating rivers, but as fountains of life.'"--Publisher.

"Contains photographs and brief descriptions of all 61 U.S. National Parks"--OCLC.

"Explore the scientific research underway at the Gates of the Arctic National Park. With no roads, businesses, trails, or campgrounds, this park offers scientists the opportunity to fly, hike, and raft to remote locations to study the animals and ancient lands"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores the scientific research underway in Rocky Mountain National Park. The high peaks, green meadows, and clear lakes of this park offers researchers and scientists the opportunity to study mountain ecosystems. This book covers a variety of topics from climate change to archaeology and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Explore the Dry Tortugas National Park and learn about the research underway there. From monitoring sea turtles to studying coral reefs, scientists in this national park are making . . . discoveries and doing their part to protect its ecosystem"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a brief overview of the geography, plants, and animals of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Includes color photographs, a field guide, a map activity, a wildflower tracker, a picture glossary, and further resources.

Descriptions of national parks, monuments, preserves, seashores, lakeshores, rivers, and waterways, with listings of national recreation areas and trails.

An introduction to Yellowstone National Park discussing the park's geology, plants, animals, and features, and including trail maps.

Provides an introduction to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, discussing its geology, plants, animals, and features, and including trail maps.

Provides information about national parks in the United States.