Originally published as Backwoods Ethics in 1979, Laura and Guy Waterman's definitive guide to low-impact hiking and camping was a prophetic call to reevaluate the impact of outdoor recreation on the
Preserving is an ancient technique that speaks to a modern sensibility. It puts you in step with the seasons, uses up leftover fruits and vegetables, and gives you complete control over what goes into
A lighthearted, road-trip-style guide to 75 top-recommended shacks in New England features historical and biographical data, menu highlights and driving directions as well as lobster shack lore and fe
Alkaline diets—that is, eating foods low in acid in order to keep your pH reading neutral or alkaline—have a growing legion of celebrity fans: Kelly Ripa, Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jennif
No other guidebook on Wisconsin is as comprehensive or as passionate about all the riches nestled between Lakes Michigan and Superior. As with all Explorer's Guides, within these pages you'll find det
Make your meal memorable with amazing appetizers, sensational side dishes, and delicious dips. These tasty supper supplements will steal the show, and with 60 creative recipes, there’s something
The anti-clutter movement is having a moment. You may have heard about a book—an entire book—written on the topic of tidiness and how “magical” and “life-changing” it is to neaten up and THROW AWAY YO
Upstate New York's Finger Lakes region is one of the most serene and beautiful vacation spots in America. From the region's breathtaking glacial lakes and spectacular gorges to its quaint villages and
From historic and iconic Beantown bravado to modern skyscrapers andurban scenery and greenery, this guide offers more than 100 Boston photoopportunities.
On the border between North Carolina and Tennessee lie the forests and mountains of America’s mostvisited national park, Great Smoky MountainsNational Park. Renowned for the diversity of its pl
The rugged Big Sur coastline is one of the most photogenic in the world. Th e route along Highway 1 dips downto pristine beaches and climbs precariously high abovethe Pacific, offering sweeping panor
Visitors and residentsalike will enjoy exploringBrevard County, arecreational paradisewhere the high-tech spaceprogram exists alongsideamazing natural areas likethe Indian River Lagoonestuary—t
Christopher P. Baker provides an exciting overviewwhere other guidebooksnatural and social historyin a comprehensive newguide that also coversrecreational opportunitiesregion by region. With thisbook
Honoluluresident Stacy Pope guidesyou to the best of Oahu’scafeI?s and hotels, shoppinghotspots and hip nightclubs, museums and archaeological sites, and, ofcourse, its most stunningbeaches and
From the region's laid-back beach towns to the jumble of Monterey's Cannery Row, California's Central Coast offers the most spectacular triptych of landscapes--surf, forests, and picturesque small to
This guidebrings travelers up to date on the dizzying diversity of this tinyterritory. Packed with practical advice and inspiration, this new guide facilitates free-spirited journeys from reef to rai
Brother Victor established a lasting place in the cookbook world with his From a Monastery Kitchen and 12 Months of Monastery Soups, which have sold 1.5 million and 2.5 million copies respectively wo
This guide explores Virginia Beach, Richmond, Colonial Williamsburg, the site of Jamestown, and Norfolk, home of the great Atlantic Fleet. Includes information for families and offers coverage of Smi
Alabama has so many great hikes to offer, including those in national and state parks and forests and in national wildlife refuges. In this book, the emphasis is on the most scenic destinations and u
The seventh edition of this bestselling guide to New Hampshire offers up-to-the-minute coverage of the state's cultural, outdoor, recreational opportunities and hundreds of opinionated travel recomme
Long a destination forserious surfers, El Salvador remains the “undiscovered” destination inCentral America, inexpensive to visit and richin local color.
For centuries monasteries have been placesof solitude and retreat. Many monasteriesand convents offer hospitality to those seekinga quiet place and a time of purposeful rest,reflection, and renewal.T
"Eating Well on a Budget begins with a list of tips that is worth the price of the book all by itself, entitled `40 Ways to Save Money, Your Waistline and Your Health.' It breaks down the process, fro
Two central New York residents provide a guide to the area’s best hiking opportunities, from Lake Ontario and Syracuse, to the northern Catskills, and include a “Hikes at a Glance” feature to tailor o
Longtime Maryland resident and travel writer Allison Blake surveys the Chesapeake Bay area and its distinctive lodgings, aquatic adventures, and tucked-away towns. She also explores Baltimore, the co
Visit New York's Hamptons, where miles of spectacular white sand beaches and sea grass-covered dunes dazzle visitors; where picturesque windmills provide evidence of an agrarian past; and many Native
The magnificent beauty of Oregon is yours when you exit the interstate and take to its smaller roads. Wind along the same Columbia River that Lewis and Clark canoed en route to the Pacific, among the
Oregon offers wilderness and wine country, quirky cultural scenes, the heritage of many Native American peoples, and the Oregon Trail. Explore lodgings for all budgets, dining options, attractions ol
Acadia National Park, on the rocky coast of Maine, has been inspiring artists for more than 150 years, and it will surely inspire you. When you bring The Photographer's Guide to Acadia Nation Park in
This comprehensive guide to Wyoming includes all of the expected attractions as well as many more far-flung and offbeat adventures, extensive outdoor recommendations and details on the cultural oppor
Washington offers travelers the best of severalworlds: Whether you want to experience the mountains and coastlines, the vineyards and their wines,gourmet cuisine, or Native American arts and culture,
Offers a variety of day trips and weekend getaways in Long Island, providing information on sights, accommoations, restaurants, outdoor activities, shopping, entertainment, special events, and transpo
Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park are the crowning points of the coast of Maine. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to the stunning beauty of their spruce-fir forests and granite isl
