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Ghosts and Gold is the story of New Mexico's Ghost Ranch told through the author's experiences there. The ranch is best known as the long-time home of artist Georgia O'Keeffe and as the site of one of the world's most important dinosaur quarries. Although it is owned by the Presbyterian Church, it welcomes all who wish to be its guests.

Now, nearly 50 years after the first book, Mountain Press is releasing this completely revised full-color second edition that, like so many things in Montana, is big. But consider this: no other place in the world has such amazingly diverse and well-exposed rocks with such dramatic stories.

Where does science meet poetry? Where does the street become the canyon in the window? Katharine Coles searches out the links between the poetry, people, and places she love, and her past.

Wildsam Field Guides: Denver is a story-based travel guide for the best experience of the Colorado city.

Where in Albuquerque can you find accidentally dropped nuclear weapons, Microsoft's first office, or the remains of an amusement park dedicated to comic book character Red Ryder? Why does Albuquerque have a grave for a fictional character and where do people play in a "maggot pit"? Where can you sleep in a spy's former home, spot an "Arroyosaurus," or walk among monumental origami? And where exactly can you eat a seven-pound burrito? You'll find the answers to these questions, and many others, in this guide to the Duke City's overlooked, offbeat, and unknown. Secret Albuquerque profiles the city's best-kept restaurant secrets, most fascinating museums, and oddest works of art. It shines a light on little-known aspects of local culture and reveals the secrets behind beloved Albuquerque landmarks. You'll discover where the Mercury Astronauts received their pre-mission physicals (even female astronauts), learn how a former brothel became a bed-and-brew, and uncover the deed and misdeeds of a famed archaeologist. Written by Burquea and local author Ashley M. Biggers, Secret Albuquerque offers a new way to explore the Duke City. It's your guide to uncovering hidden histories of places you thought you knew and discovering off-the-beaten-path attractions you can visit today.

Just visiting? Recently moved here? The ARIZONA Book will help you keep track of all the amazing places, plants and creatures you will see here.

Explore some of the most spectacular scenic drives in Arizona in this unique guide to roadways across the state's tallest mountain ranges. With the help of state-of-the-art geographic information system (GIS) techniques, authors Robert and Evangeline Davis map Arizona's highest terrain and over 200 miles of paved roads above 8,000 feet in elevation. From the Pinaleno and Santa Catalina Mountains in the southeast to the majestic North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arizona over 8,000 Feet highlights best routes, recreation areas, lookouts, and other key points of interest for travelers through 24 detailed maps, photographs, and brief descriptions of locations. Full color.

Think Aspen, Colorado in the 1970s. Picture a care-free ski town where the rich and famous meld in with the ski bums just trying to make a living so they can ski fresh powder on a bluebird day. Jill Sheeley was the ski bum in this scenario, leaving college with a couple of months left till graduation to move to Aspen and follow her passion to become a real skier and be free. She lived in an old mining shack way up in the mountains with her boyfriend and dogs--no electricity and no running water, but affordable at $20 a month. Sheeley relates stories of Aspen characters who became her family. Remember when Ted Bundy was loose in Aspen? She relates a personal, fearful story that had Bundy in her front yard trying to steal her car. How about when Spider Sabich was shot by Claudine Longet? Yes, there's a story here, too. Just about anyone who lived in Aspen in the 70s has a John Denver story--she relates hers. Interspersed with recipes (Sheeley also wrote three cookbooks) from Aspen, this memoir will take you back to a freer time.

A personal account of working as a Bell Captain and Bellhop at Colorado's Grand Lake Lodge in Rocky Mountain National Park from 1924 to 1926, written by Ted Coover when he was 96 years old.Also included are rare never-before-seen photographs taken at work and at play plus images from historic postcards.If you've been fortunate enough to have worked at the Lodge as a young student, or had the pleasure of sitting in the old-time rocking chairs around the Lodge's large circular fireplace, or enjoyed the swings on the front porch overlooking Grand Lake hundreds of feet below, then this book is for you.

All the most common questions about growing vegetables in the prairies are answered in this first installation of the new gardening series, Guides for the Prairie Gardener.

A lively exploration of history, memory, and identity within manmade and natural landscapes, A Poetic Inventory of the Sandia Mountains illuminates the Southwestern wilderness through lyric research. Playing with the concept of a "scientific inventory" of a location's biodiversity, this chapbook catalogues the flora and fauna of Albuquerque, New Mexico, its urban wilds and surrounding mountains, river, and mesa. Against a graffitied, adobe backdrop, the desert ecosystem reveals itself: hummingbirds fly drunkenly after slurping fermented nectar; cottontails slip through the space-time continuum; and chollas guard sleeping beauties.

A small-format facsimile of Picturesque America's issue on Yellowstone

First inhabited by Pueblo Indians as early as 1050, Santa Fe has been delighting residents and visitors with its one-of-a-kind environment for nearly a thousand years. With so much natural wonder to explore and a burgeoning arts scene, "The City Different" has become a top travel destination. 100 Things To Do in Santa Fe Before You Die provides an insider's eye for the main attractions and the sights you might otherwise miss in New Mexico's capital city. Find the best museums among the city's many offerings, like the New Mexico History Museum covering everything from folk art to bugs, or browse a few of the hundreds of art galleries. Learn about the Oldest House in the USA and the best way to experience Santa Fe's many festivals such as Las Posadas. Like farmer's markets? Santa Fe's own amazing Farmer's Market boasts a year-round bounty of plants, art, produce, and even composting worms. Movie buffs love Santa Fe for its studios and independent movie houses, including the Jean Cocteau Cinema, owned by author George R.R. Martin. Whatever your passion, local author and film historian Jeff Berg will help you discover it in Santa Fe with his twenty-five years of experience living and writing in New Mexico. With his hints and tips for visitors, would-be residents, and locals alike, you'll find boundless information about this beautiful city in the Sangre de Cristo foothills.

What onetime New York crime boss spent his last decades in Tucson? Which cutting-edge scientific lab is hidden below a football stadium here? Why does the Beatles' classic song "Get Back" include a nod to Tucson? And what on earth is a "stravenue?" To find the answers to some of the most intriguing and entertaining questions about Tucson, look no further than Secret Tucson: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. You'll learn all about the lesser- known sides to southern Arizona's most dynamic city. After all, Tucson has been proclaimed "the world capital of weird""¬‚¬"and Tucsonans take that as a compliment. So if you've ever found yourself wondering where Bill Clinton wolfed down a five-combo plate of Mexican food, where Hollywood stars go to seek secluded rehab in the desert, or even where you might stumble upon a fabulously rich lost gold mine in the Catalina Mountains, let local author Clark Norton answer these and many other questions about Tucson you never thought to ask. After writing more than a dozen travel guidebooks, he knows how to peek into the unexplored corners of the Old Pueblo to help you uncover the best of Secret Tucson.

The Best and Most Unique Los Angeles Travel Guide More than 10 million people call Los Angeles their home. With beautiful weather practically year round, eclectic neighborhoods, an exuberant and flourishing Downtown, and trendsetting restaurants and clubs opening almost every weekend - there's no question why so many people have planted their roots for generations or have come from all over the world to the City of Angels. Needless to say, the ocean lined drive down Pacific Coast Highway alone is worth the visit. Rather grand and with so much to see and do, Los Angeles can be an overwhelming city even for a local. This comprehensive guide will not only highlight the must-see attractions that you're already familiar with, but will also provide you with an Angeleno's favorite local spots spread throughout this amazing city.You will learn about the different shopping experiences within Los Angeles. From grand designer filled shopping malls to local flea markets, this guide provides options for every budget. Once you arrive to Los Angeles, you'll notice the magnificent landscapes and picturesque sceneries. Explore the natural beauty that hugs this melting pop by taking popular hikes through mountains and hidden stairs - both with gorgeous views that will take your breath away both literally and figuratively. Why should you visit Los Angeles? If you need any more convincing before we dive into the 'must' dos, sites & eats, let me emphasize the following: Los Angeles is a vibrant city that will enchant you with its youthful atmosphere, charm (sometimes overt, other times waiting to be unlocked), pulsating nightlife, and the bonus of abundant great beaches and surfing.Los Angeles has something for everyone. Whether you're traveling with kids, planning an adventurous city break, a romantic escapade, a step back in time or a culinary getaway, look no further. Families with kids have a diverse choice in sightseeing and activities for all age groups. The affordable prices of Los Angeles will only sweeten the deal, so bring the children (and the ones who are children at heart).Welcome to a city that is exciting, beautiful, historic, fun and fascinating. Welcome to Los Angeles. Let this book guide you to the many places that you must see in Los Angeles to make this trip a life changing event. This book is filled with suggested places to stay, from budget to luxurious, places to visit, local cuisines to try, and places to shop. All these suggested itineraries have been experienced first-hand and are all highly recommended to tourists. So, download now this total guide and start traveling as you read! TAGSLos Angeles travel, Los Angeles vacations, Los Angeles all inclusive, Los Angeles tours, Los Angeles tourism, Los Angeles vacation packages, visit Los Angeles, trips to Los Angeles, Los Angeles all inclusive resorts, Los Angeles resorts, Los Angeles travel guide, Los Angeles packages, tours Los Angeles, Los Angeles excursions, where to go in Los Angeles, Los Angeles travel packages, Los Angeles all inclusive vacations, Los Angeles destinations, Los Angeles all inclusive packages, Los Angeles vacations, places to visit in Los Angeles, Los Angeles tour packages, Los Angeles guide, all inclusive trips to Los Angeles, Los Angeles deals, best hotels in Los Angeles, Los Angeles all inclusive deals, Los Angeles holidays, Los Angeles all inclusive vacation packages, Los Angeles attractions, Los Angeles adventure vacations, Los Angeles vacation spots, Los Angeles tourist attractions, tours of Los Angeles, where to travel in Los Angeles Los Angeles travel deals, Los Angeles family vacations, Los Angeles vacations tours, Los Angeles activities, Los Angeles information, planning a trip to Los Angeles, best of Los Angeles, best all inclusive Los Angeles, Los Angeles vacation deals, places to go in Los Angeles, where to visit in Los Angeles,

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you.Greater Than a Tourist- Olympia, Washington, USA by Jacob D. Saramago offers the inside scoop on Olympia, Washington. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.In these pages, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other smaller print travel books.Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and the culture. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.Inside this travel guide book you will find: Insider tips from a local.Bonus tips50 Things to Know About Packing Light for Travel by bestselling author Manidipa Bhattacharyya.Packing and planning list.List of travel questions to ask yourself or others while traveling.A place to write your travel bucket list.Our StoryTraveling is a passion of the "Greater than a Tourist" series creator. Lisa studied abroad in college, and for their honeymoon Lisa and her husband toured Europe. During her travels to Malta, an older man tried to give her some advice based on his own experience living on the island since he was a young boy. She was not sure if she should talk to the stranger but was interested in his advice. When traveling to some places she was wary to talk to locals because she was afraid that they weren't being genuine. Through her travels, Lisa learned how much locals had to share with tourists. Lisa created the Greater Than a Tourist book series to help connect people with locals. A topic that locals are very passionate about sharing.

The Arizona Desert is a cornucopia of diversity, rich in historic people, places and things, and charmed by the people here who remember those golden stories passed to them from their parents and grandparents who lived here during those days of the wild, wild west.But the stories don't stop there. Many a retired military soldier lives in the area and they too, have stories to tell about their experiences and they are more than willing to share them with you if you are willing to listen and don't mind some memory lane leg pullers along the way.Then, there are the various museums, zoos, libraries and so forth and so on to see and enjoy. Including Frank Lloyd Wright's home and architecture school, The Old Tucson Stage Set, Kutcher Caverns and the Grand Canyon

Arizona is one of the most popular destination for tourism in the United States. Known as the Grand Canyon State, its landscapes offer incredible majesty and beauty. The Grand Canyon is just one of the many natural marvels in the state. Then there is the long human history. Arizona is home to more Native American people than any other state, many of them still living traditional lives on their tribal lands. The Spanish history dates back to the late 16th century and played such a major role in molding the human landscape. And as an American state, Arizona had a "Wild West" history of cowboys, gunslingers and miners. Today its population is more urban and becoming quite sophisticated, yet it presents its long history and natural beauty as offerings to visitors, making it a highly desirable destination. This book is the second of three travel guides to the state, offered by a geography professor who has lived here for nearly 50 years and who knows every intimate detail. The first book took you across Northern Arizona and presents many recommendations regarding sightseeing, accommodation and dining.This second book explores Central Arizona with great emphasis upon metropolitan Phoenix and the surrounding communities. There are separate chapters on such important places as Scottsdale, Mesa and Tempe along with outlying areas such as Wickenburg and the Colorado River recreational area around Parker. The final book will take you through Southern Arizona. There is no other detailed series on the state that is as personalized and filled with recommendations with regard to the finest of the sights, hotels, lodges and restaurants. So come and visit the Grand Canyon State through these volumes and then plan an exciting visit .Volume 3 on Southernl Arizona should be ready for issue by the end of May.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you.Greater Than a Tourist - St. Augustine, Florida, USA by author, Laurie Smith offers the inside scoop about interesting locations within beautiful and historic St. Augustine, Florida. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.In these pages, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other smaller print travel books.Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and the culture. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.Inside this travel guide book you will find: Insider tips from a local.A bonus book 50 Things to Know About Packing Light for Travel by bestselling author Manidipa Bhattacharyya.Packing and planning list.List of travel questions to ask yourself or others while traveling.A place to write your travel bucket list.

Far from the Wild West days of campfire cookouts and local meats only, Denver is now home to refined restaurants, renowned chefs, and internationally inspired fare. From a rich history of culinary creation to contemporary experimentation in cooking, the Mile High City is on the map as a food destination. Unique Eats and Eateries of Denver dives fork first into this fascinating city, which has become a haven for hungry diners and eager chefs alike. Tales of the incredible history and people behind the restaurants make each story as rich as the agronomy and ranching found all around the capital city. Check out historic haunts like Denver's longest-running restaurant with a reign spanning three centuries. You'll never be bored at a new Englewood brewery and pizzeria, where hundreds of arcade and board games fill the tabletops. Think you have the courage to try the old cowboy favorite, Rocky Mountain oysters? You'll find tips for the best places to try this Western delicacy along with many more. Denver-based author Chad Chisholm brings a local palate and adventurous appetite to this mouthwatering work. Anyone needing a bite to eat between the High Plains and the Rocky Mountains will find the perfect recommendation with this guide.