Field Guide to Caves and Karst of Guam [Spiral-bound]

Danko Taborosi (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 19, 2004

Caves and Karst of Guam is a field guide to the limestone areas of Guam, their numerous caves and spectacular karst topography. It includes information on hiking, caving, kayaking, diving and other outdoor activities. It is designed to help the reader enjoy the nature of Guam while learning about its geology. Interspersed with the scientific information, are guides to specific places on Guam; narrow gorges, deep sinkholes, spectacular caves, soaring cliffs, isolated beaches, hikes, SCUBA diving spots and kayaking trips. By describing Guam’s fun outdoor spots and activities in an appropriate scientific context, this book not only informs the reader about places to go and what to do, but also explains the complex geology behind Guam’s stunning natural beauty.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 112 pages
• Publisher: Bess Press, Inc. (March 19, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573061794
• ISBN-13: 978-1573061797
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #907,745 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #5 in Books > Travel > Australia & South Pacific > Guam
  • #8 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Travel > Specialty Travel > Travel with Pets
  • #10 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Nature & Ecology > Natural Resources

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book - I have one in my library., January 26, 2005

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Rlene S. Steffy (Piti, Guam) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Field Guide to Caves and Karst of Guam (Spiral-bound)

Field Guide to Caves and Karst of Guam by Danko Taborosi is an excellent contribution to Guam's history. It accounts for the caves and karst of the island, in a way that is academic, scientific and yet a helpful guide for all who want to explore the island's natural features. Outdoor activities should be encouraged but not at the expense of safety, and this book conveys the inherent dangers associated with exploring the Island's dangerous but exciting outdoors; characteristics unique to islands. However, it admonishes the importance of calculating, planning and well thought out approach with emphasis on the significance of special training and numerous precautions when exploring vertical caves, deep dives and naturally developed karst areas. I was amazed with the natural beauty of the Island that Danko's photos reveal, something I've not seen although Guam has been my home since birth, 50 years ago. Through his work I have been introduced to a Guam I had no familiarity with and can now learn to appreciate. His devotion to exploration and work over the year that he gathered the material for his book is a wonderful gift to the Chamorro people. Dångkolo na Si Yu'os Ma'åse (Thank you very much) Danko.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic guide to Guam!, July 4, 2005

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David D. Decker "TrogDog" (Oak Harbor, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Field Guide to Caves and Karst of Guam (Spiral-bound)

I originally bought this book just for reading material, but when I found out I was going to Guam I broke it out and read it in earnest. I found the guide to be very well written with many color photographs, cave descriptions, topo maps (which helped with general navigation as well as hiking), and many other sections such as diving, hiking and kayaking. After going to Guam and actully using the book as a field guide I was even more impressed with how well the book is laid out, the accuracy of the descriptions and the depth of information. The spiral binding and plasiticized pages make it ideal for use on the trail and it will stand up well to being tossed in a backpack on a regular basis. I highly recommend this book for anybody interested in the geology, history and/or recreation available on Guam!

3.0 out of 5 stars Lots of caves and holes in Guam., January 3, 2012

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Heather - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Field Guide to Caves and Karst of Guam (Spiral-bound)

Didn't realize there were so many caves and holes in Guam, both on land and below in the ocean. Unfortunately, we did not find a use for this guide. Perhaps if we had stayed longer in Guam, or perhaps if we were divers this guide would have been more useful. Looks well done, though.