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The jumbo sourcebook on American whitewater includes river descriptions gauge readings by telephone permits maps organizations Web sites and much more
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Fasten your life jackets for a ride you'll never forget. Now the excitement of a raft trip through the Grand Canyon has been re-created by a seasoned whitewater guide with a passion to share one of the world's most fantastic journeys. Michael Ghiglieri, a professional river guide for more than 17 years, has written the first book to describe that trip from the modern boatman's point of view. From Lee's Ferry to Diamond Creek, Ghiglieri leads you down 226 miles of wild river and through some of the most breathtaking scenery on earth. Along the way, he navigates the Colorado River's dozens of notorious rapids—many of which drop fifteen feet or more—and shares the excitement of waves and boulders, thunder and foam. Recounting a real journey through this geological wonder, Canyon interweaves heart-pounding adventure with factual insights into the world of Grand Canyon. Between the rapids, Ghiglieri relates tales of river runners past and present, lessons in geology and wildlife, observations on the impact of Glen Canyon Dam, and stories of Native inhabitants, from Anasazi ancestors to Havasupai Rastafarians. This trip also offers more than its share of human drama for the passengers aboard, leaving them with tales of their own to tell. "Running the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon is to me the most impressive journey on our planet," writes Ghiglieri, "an adventure that leaves no traveler unchanged." For anyone who has ever shared or contemplated that adventure, Canyon recreates an unforgettable ride.
A guide to white-water boating, with information on rivers in the United States and Canada, equipment, various types of inflatable craft, the routine of an expedition, and safety and emergency procedures.
The Traveler's Sourcebook is ideal for planning recreational or business travel in the United States. Its listings provide a wealth of consumer-oriented information on a wide range of travel-related subjects, focusing particularly on how to obtain important information (usually free of charge or at a minimal cost) that can save you time and money and help you make informed decisions about travel. The directory is arranged alphabetically by subject category, covering 83 specific travel subjects such as air travel, cruise and freight travel, bed and breakfast facilities, hostels and dorms, automobile rentals, on-line travel information, national and state parks, bicycling, camping, and hiking, currency conversions, and much more. More specialized information is also featured on such activities as birdwatching, courier air travel, hot air ballooning mountain and rock climbing, winery tours, snowboarding, llama trekking, and more. Coverage of each subject area includes general information as well as listings of important organizations and information sources, including vital contact data. The book also identifies and provides contact data for many publications and on-line resources for travelers. A comprehensive Master Index provides direct references and cross references to all topics covered.