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Narrates the struggles of the overmatched rangers against the implacable fire of August, 1910, and Teddy Roosevelt's pioneering conservation efforts that helped turn public opinion permanently in favor of the forests, though it changed the mission of the forest service with consequences felt in the fires of today.
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Veteran guidebook author Craig Romano hits the trail again this time to uncover amazing backpacking opportunities all over Washington's wilderness. Backpacking Washington details 70 routes, from the lush Hoh River Glacier Meadows to the open ridges of the Columbia Highlands and beyond. With an emphasis on weekend trips, routes range from overnight to weeklong treks and often include options for extending trips or choosing camp spots.
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"In February 1910, a monstrous blizzard hit Washington State. High in the Cascade Mountains near the tiny town of Wellington, two trainloads of cold, hungry passengers and their crews found their railcars buried in rising drifts, parked precariously on the edge of a steep ravine. An army of the Great Northern Railroad's men worked round-the-clock to rescue the trains, but the storm was unrelenting. Suddenly the earth shifted and a colossal avalanche...
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Ghost Towns of the Pacific Northwest guides you through the dusty crossroads and mossy cemeteries of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, relating the hidden history of long-gone soldiers, settlers, farmers, and miners. This essential, guidebook to the historic remains of centuries past includes maps, town histories, color photographs, and detailed directions. Plan your road trips by chapter-each chapter covers a geographic area and town entries...
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In 1896, a Norwegian immigrant and mother of eight named Helga Estby was behind on taxes and the mortgage when she learned that a mysterious sponsor would pay $10,000 to a woman who walked across America. Hoping to save her family's farm, Helga and her teenaged daughter Clara, armed with little more than a compass, red-pepper spray, a revolver, and Clara's curling iron, set out on foot from Eastern Washington. Their route would pass through 14 states,...
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Relive the exciting early days of skiing when Snoqualmie Pass was the epicenter of the sport. Ski jumping tournaments attracted world-class competitors to Cle Elum, Beaver Lake on the Summit and the Milwaukee Ski Bowl. The Mountaineers' twenty-mile race from Snoqualmie to Stampede Pass, dubbed "the world's longest and hardest race," was a pinnacle of cross-country skiing. Alpine skiing began in private ski clubs and expanded in 1934 with the country's...
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Createspace
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2015.
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"This is my third book about the culture and history of the Colville Confederated Tribes. The intent is to continue publishing stories about the tribes. However, this book is unique because it isn't merely dates and a list of major events; instead it offers more of an in-depth discussion of the Indian Way." -- Wendell George.
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Washington hikers are fast discovering that there's no reason to stop hiking when the snow falls. Since 1990, the number of snowshoers has increased by more than 300 percent. Covering 81 routes ranging from beginner-level to hard-core backcountry, Dan Nelson provides much-needed access information for finding the best winter trails. Introductory material discusses basic techniques, equipment and clothing, winter camping tips, route selection, safety,...
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Falcon Pub
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With more than 350 color photographs, detailed line drawings, and helpful, informative text, this book introduces more than 300 of the most common wildflowers of the lush Pacific Northwest region. Glossaries, a primer on plant indentification, and an introduction to the ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest are also included.
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Harbour Pub
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[2011]
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A Field Guide to Edible Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest is a pocket-sized guide with full-colour photographs of mushrooms from Pacific Northwest trails and roadsides, forests and lawns. With this guide, identify over thirty common and easily-recognized edible mushroomsand stay away from their not-so-edible look-alikes. Discover boletes, chanterelles, matsutake, shaggy mane, cauliflower, candy cap and many other tasty wild mushrooms. Easy to use...
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Far Western classics volume no. 2
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Binfords & Mort
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[1957]
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Frank Amato Publications
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[2013]
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The ultimate book for Washington anglers! Washington River Maps & Fishing Guide features detailed maps and that s only the beginning. Detailed Fishing Maps, Including: River Access, Boat Launches, Salmon and Steelhead Run Times, Insect hatches, Fishing Techniques, Knots & Tackle Guide, Services & Accommodations for Anglers and much more... Whether you are casting from the bank or fishing from a boat, Washington River Maps & Fishing Guide tells you...
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Northwest Mining Publishers
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[2014]
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This book is a revealing visit into the historic gold-mining town of Blewett, Washington. The spirit of the town, its miners, and mining activities in Culver Gulch are brought to life in "Blewett Gold". About half of the information in this book is from unpublished data and the personal remembrances and photographs of past Blewettites. The Blewett Mining District is, presently, a downsized section of the original Peshastin Mining District, which established...
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Wenatchee World
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2011.
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What follows is a social narrative of a particular group of emigrants who came from one specific location (Izard County, Arkansas), and migrated to another specific location (North Central Washington) during the 1930's, 40's and 50's. -- Page 4 of introduction.
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