Short Nature Walks in Connecticut [Paperback]

Eugene Keyarts (Author), Chris Brunson (Editor)

Book Description

Series: Sixty Selected Short Nature Walks in Connecticut | Publication Date: May 1, 1999

Explore the natural beauty of the Nutmeg State on the Connecticut Blue Trails System. On these 55 relaxing, well-marked walks, you will discover pristine lakes and marshlands, quiet forests, a rhododendron sanctuary, and even a castle. In this guide you'll find a detailed map for each walk, clear directions for locating and following each trail, suggestions on what to wear and what to bring, informal notes on geology, vegetation, and wildlife, and trail tips on facilities, parking, places to picnic and more!

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Explore the natural beauty of the Nutmeg State on the Connecticut Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails System and within the state's many parks and nature preserves. From quiet trails in Dinosaur State Park in Rocky Hill to beach strolls at Bluff Point Coastal Reserve in Groton to scenic outlooks on Bear Mountain in Salisbury, these fifty-nine sure-to-please walks include both coastal and forest trials, and many are perfect for families with children. In this guide you'll find a detailed map for each walk, clear directions for locating and following each trail, suggestions on what to wear and what to bring, informal notes on geology, vegetation, and wildlife, and information on park hours, admission charges, facilities and more! (5 X 7, 192 pages, maps)

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 6th edition (May 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076270439X
• ISBN-13: 978-0762704392
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,182,659 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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