Comprehensive and perfectly suited for carry-along quick referencing, National Geographic Guide to 100 Easy Hikes is the first in a series of indispensable resource guides for all nature lovers, from time-constrained professionals and active families to budding botanists and enterprising grandparents. And to make things even easier, each hike is a loop of five miles or less. Author Barbara A. Noe provides detailed advice and guidance for each hike, pointing out special flora and fauna, which turns to take, the best seasons to visit, and provide variety of sights and sites you won't want to miss. With fascinating and little-known facts about the geography and history of the region, this book includes:
-- Top-quality, high-resolution maps delineating the routes of the most complicated hike
-- In-depth coverage of Washington, D.C., and its suburbs, as well as the Baltimore area, the Blue Ridge, the Fredericksburg area, Maryland's western panhandle, the Eastern Shore, and the Wilmington area
-- Little-known insights to make the hike much more than just exercise, whether it's where to find a field full of bluebells, blizzards of snow geese, a secret waterfall or nesting grounds for bald eagles
-- Special thematic hikes focusing on historic New Castle, Delaware, and various Civil War battlefields
-- Specific information on directions to the trailhead, length and degree of difficulty, and whether dogs and bikes are allowed on the trails

Future volumes in this series will include New England; New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania; Northern California; Southern California; and the Rockies.

Author: Barbara A. Noe
Paperback: 224 pages
Company: National Geographic (2000-03-01) (2000-03-01)
ISBN: 0792275888
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Author: William S. Taber
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Company: Delaware Department of Agriculture forest Service (1995)
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Completely updated and revised edition New interviews with some of the Upper Delaware's most renowned guides and outfitters, including the legendary Al Caucci The latest lodging and dining options Hatches and fly patterns that work best

Author: Paul Weamer
Paperback: 288 pages
Company: Stackpole Books (2011-05-03)
ISBN: 0811708799
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Author: Judy Colbert
Paperback: 224 pages
Company: GPP Travel (2010-06-15)
ISBN: 0762757302
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Gardening is now the favorite outdoor leisure activity in America. Homeowners realize the health benefits available from gardening and the potential increase in their home's property value.

Regional gardening titles offer the most useful advice because they provide credible information on the plants that perform best in specific states. Gardeners want information they can trust and use successfully in their own gardens.

The Mid Atlantic Gardeners Guide is devoted to offering the top landscape plants for four key areas of the Mid Atlantic region: Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C.

Author: Andre Viette, Mark Viette
Paperback: 272 pages
Company: Thomas Nelson (2003-01-15)
ISBN: 1930604998
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The first state constitution drafted by a convention composed of popularly elected representatives, Delaware's state constitution is rich with history and tradition. Justice Holland provides an outstanding constitutional and historical account of the state's basic governing charter. Starting with an overview of Delaware's constitutional history, he proceeds to an in-depth, section-by-section analysis of the entire constitution, detailing important changes that have been made over the years. Justice Holland's learned treatment, along with the list of cases, index, and bibliography, makes this guide indispensable for students, scholars, and practitioners of Delaware's constitution.

Author: Randy J. Holland
Hardcover: 296 pages
Company: Greenwood (2002-11-30)
ISBN: 031327424X
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The curious wanderer's guide to the colorful history and the rich natural diversity of the Chesapeake and Delaware Bay area.

Follow the trails in this all-new guide, and you'll discover deep forests, secluded beaches, and unexpected wild landscapes. Jay Abercrombie deftly weaves his expertise in biology and ecology with a boundless interest in the ebb and flow of the human tide through the centuries.

The Delmarva Peninsula dangles close to the Baltimore-Washington-Philadelphia megalopolis, but it has always remained apart from the fast-paced urban world, maintaining a charming agrarian and maritime flavor with strong colonial roots. The walks in this book range from easy strolls to a challenging backpacking trip, and meander through old millpond areas, 18th-century villages, historic forts, and a rich diversity of natural habitats. A mild winter climate makes this region inviting for exploration all year 'round. 40 black & white photographs, 36 maps, index.

Author: Jay Abercrombie
Paperback: 256 pages
Company: Countryman (2006-05-01)
ISBN: 0881506672
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Author: Edward Gertler
Paperback: 284 pages
Company: Seneca Pr (1996-03)
ISBN: 0960590870
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Skipjacks and workboats, tidal rivers and coastal marshes, charming streetscapes, historic houses, and town parks with bandstands—picturesque subjects abound along the shores of Chesapeake Bay and have long made the region a favorite among amateur and professional artists. In Painting the Eastern Shore, accomplished artist and teacher James Drake Iams combines visits to some of the Chesapeake's most beautiful places with step-by-step lessons for learning the art of watercolor painting.

This attractive volume will serve as a welcome companion for the amateur watercolorist setting out to paint on location. After offering tips on what equipment to pack, Iams gives specific directions to various Delmarva sites, tells how to set up, and suggests what to look for in a subject. He then discusses a variety of essential techniques: sketching, composition, value, color, control of the medium, capturing depth and handling perspective, wetting the paper, and methods for painting key elements such as clouds, birds, boats, sand, and water.

As he introduces readers to the fundamentals of watercolor painting, Iams leads them on a rambling, thoroughly enjoyable tour of memorable places throughout Maryland and Virginia's Eastern Shore and Delaware. Painting the Eastern Shore is illustrated with 49 line drawings, halftones, and color pictures.

Locations and lessons:

•Kent Narrows, Maryland: Drawing

•St. Michaels, Maryland: Perspective

•Tilghman Island, Maryland: Skipjacks

•Oxford, Maryland: Value

•Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Maryland: Waterfowl

•Deal Island, Maryland: Composition

•Crisfield and Smith Island, Maryland: Color

•Saxis, Virginia: Texture

•Wachapreague, Virginia: Marshes

•Chincoteague, Virginia: Wet paint on wet paper

•Trussum Pond, Delaware: Trees

•Lewes, Delaware: Reflections

•Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware: Waves, dunes, and skies

•New Castle, Delaware: Architectural painting

Author: James Drake Iams
Hardcover: 128 pages
Company: The Johns Hopkins University Press (1999-07-23)
ISBN: 0801862329
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Let Frommer's inpsire your discovery of Maryland and Delaware, from Civil War battlefields, Chesapeake Bay, the Charm City Baltimore to the Brandywine Valley.Our expert local author shares her candid opinions and local insight to guide you to the best crab houses and brewpubs, outdoor adventures, antiquing, and much more.Frommer's Maryland & Delware includes a variety of suggested itineraries to inspire you trip. Plus, a brand-new history and culture chapter takes an in-depth look at these two neighboring but very different states.

Author: Mary K. Tilghman
Paperback: 352 pages
Company: Frommers (2010-05-24)
ISBN: 0470582480
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Europeans first settled in what was to become the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (DWGNRA) in the 17th century. By the late 1800s, the Delaware Water Gap had become a popular vacation spot, attracting thousands to the palatial resorts in the mountains. Rural communities thrived in the valley until the 1960s. The DWGNRA was created in 1965 to oversee activities centered around a reservoir that was to be the result of a dam to be built on the Delaware River at Tocks Island. In anticipation of the dam, the government removed residents by purchasing or condemning property. An environmental and political war raged, and the dam was ultimately defeated. Although several historical sites were lost, many survived and a few have been restored. Today the DWGNRA is one of the country's most popular parks. Within its boundaries are rugged and beautiful wilderness, historic landmarks, and the wild and scenic Delaware River.

Author: Laura Obiso
Paperback: 128 pages ISBN13: 9780738555423, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Arcadia Publishing (2008-04-23) (2008-04-28)
ISBN: 0738555428
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The Wilmington and Western Railroad was chartered in 1867 and began to offer freight and passenger service in 1872 between Wilmington, Delaware, and Landenberg, Pennsylvania. Over the years, the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad branch faced increasing

financial difficulties, and by the 1960s, it had dwindled to a limited freight operation. At this time, a dedicated group of volunteers revived the railroad and incorporated their growing organization

as Historic Red Clay Valley. The present-day Wilmington and Western Railroad owns 10.2 miles of the Landenberg Branch and operates between Greenbank Station and Hockessin. It offers steam- and diesel-powered tourist trains along its scenic tracks and

provides an educational and entertaining glimpse back in time while preserving part of the rich history of the Red Clay Valley.

Author: Gisela Vazquez, Historic Red Clay Valley Inc.
Paperback: 128 pages
Company: Arcadia Publishing (2008-04-30) (2008-05-05)
ISBN: 073855362X
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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!

From Civil War battlefields to Baltimore's National Aquarium, these two states offer a wealth of sightseeing and activities. Frommer's is on top of it all, with complete coverage of the best beaches, Camden Yards, world-renowned Longwood Gardens, the Winterthur Museum, scenic Chesapeake Bay, the best crab houses and brewpubs, thrilling outdoor adventures, antiquing, and much more. It's all at your fingertips, in true Frommer's style, with dozens of accurate maps, the best hotels and restaurants in all price ranges, detailed practical tips, and more. Frommer's Maryland & Delaware offers a wealth of sightseeing, sports, strolls, and special moments--from highlights for the first-time visitor to off-the-beaten-track discoveries that will impress even the most seasoned traveler.

Author: Mary K. Tilghman
Paperback: 352 pages
Company: Frommers (2002-05-01)
ISBN: 0764566148
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Let Frommer's inpsire your discovery of Maryland and Delaware, from Civil War battlefields, Chesapeake Bay, the Charm City Baltimore to the Brandywine Valley.Our expert local author shares her candid opinions and local insight to guide you to the best crab houses and brewpubs, outdoor adventures, antiquing, and much more.Frommer's Maryland & Delware includes a variety of suggested itineraries to inspire you trip. Plus, a brand-new history and culture chapter takes an in-depth look at these two neighboring but very different states.

Author: Mary K. Tilghman
Paperback: 352 pages
Company: Frommers (2010-05-24)
ISBN: 0470582480
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Located on Pea Patch Island, Fort Delaware was erected to defend local ports from enemy attack but never received or fired a shot in anger. The first earthen-work version, constructed during the War of 1812, was followed by a second 1820s plan incorporating a masonry star design with a network of drainage ditches. Engineering issues and a low-lying site doomed the structure; in 1831, it was irreparably damaged by fire. A new plan created a more substantial fortification still standing to this day. Fort Delaware evolved into a well-established community that transformed from protector to notorious Civil War prison camp. Most widely known as a prison, it subsequently served in lesser roles through three more conflicts. Images of America: Fort Delaware unifies an amazing pictorial record of Fort Delaware's historical timeline. The story is not only of active duty but its rescue from abandonment and subsequent successful preservation work.

Author: Laura M. Lee, Brendan Mackie
Paperback: 128 pages
Company: Arcadia Publishing (2010-07-28) (2010-08-02)
ISBN: 0738585904
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Examining the transplantation of English Quakers to North America from the mid-seventeenth to mid-eighteenth centuries, Barry Levy looks particularly at the origins and fortunes of the domestic family.

Author: Barry Levy
Paperback: 368 pages
Company: Oxford University Press, USA (1992-03-12)
ISBN: 0195049764
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You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges. Every Frommer's Travel Guide is up-to-date, with exact prices for everything, dozens of color maps, and exciting coverage of sports, shopping, and nightlife. You'd be lost without us!

From Civil War battlefields to Baltimore's National Aquarium, these two states offer a wealth of sightseeing and activities. Frommer's is on top of it all, with complete coverage of the best beaches, Camden Yards, world-renowned Longwood Gardens, the Winterthur Museum, scenic Chesapeake Bay, the best crab houses and brewpubs, thrilling outdoor adventures, antiquing, and much more. It's all at your fingertips, in true Frommer's style, with dozens of accurate maps, the best hotels and restaurants in all price ranges, detailed practical tips, and more. We offer a wealth of sightseeing, sports, strolls, and special moments--from highlights for the first-time visitor to off-the-beaten-track discoveries that will impress even the most seasoned traveler.

Author: Denise Hawkins Coursey
Paperback: 336 pages
Company: Frommers (2000-05-12)
ISBN: 002863702X
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Visiting Philadelphia for the first time? Expecting out-of-town guests? If children are part of the equation, this unique guide is a must. Best of all is the book's organization. It covers in detail such topics as Why Go, How to Get There, What to Expect, What It Costs (there are many listings at no cost), and, of vital interest to shepherds of children with their limited attention spans, How Long Will It Take? Every parent or host to young visitors will treasure this newly updated reference, now in its fourth edition.

Author: Elizabeth S. Gephart
Paperback: 276 pages
Company: Camino Books Inc (2000-04)
ISBN: 0940159627
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The first Swedish settlers in America embarked from Gothenburg, Sweden, and sailed into Delaware Bay, arriving at what is now Wilmington. The fearless Swedish and Finnish settlers left their mark in the Delaware Valley and on many sites in the area, particularly its churches and famous log cabins. The photographs in Images of America: Swedes of the Delaware Valley depict the depth of Swedish American influence on the area, from early log cabins to John Morton, signer of the Declaration of Independence, to IKEA and the American Swedish Historical Museum. The museum, located in the heart of the Delaware Valley, is dedicated to preserving and promoting Swedish American culture, heritage, and traditions.

Author: Margaret Murray Thorell Ph.D.
Paperback: 128 pages
Company: Arcadia Publishing (2011-03-07) (2011-03-07)
ISBN: 0738573930
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Postcard images capture the transformation of the Pocono Mountains from secluded wilderness to vacation destination. With the arrival of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad, numerous stations throughout the Pocono regions served those temporarily fleeing the confines of city life. A multitude of boarding homes, hotels, inns and resorts provided travelers with a wide variety of accommodations and activities. This work is a representation of the author's 10 year endeavor to collect postcards depicting the Pocono Mountains. The images illustrate how the area's tourism industry developed. Readers are destined to enjoy a journey through time while rediscovering treasured memories from a bygone era.

Author: Alan Sweeney
Paperback: 340 pages ISBN13: 9780979504501, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Tribute Books (2007-05-08)
ISBN: 0979504503
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Raven Wall Map For The States Of Delaware, Maryland, And Virginia (Paper). All Raven state wall maps display an incredible amount of detail, from cities, highways, and mountain ranges, to valleys, rivers, and small towns. The map elevations are represented by color, and this, in combination with Raven's relief shading technique, gives the map a lush, 3-dimensional look. Size = 35 x 65 Inches

Author: Raven Maps
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50 of the Region's Best Trips!

Whether you're a local looking for a long weekend escape, a visitor looking to explore or you simply need some ideas when family and friends come to visit, Lonely Planet's Trips series offers the best itineraries - and makes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again.

Theme icons make finding the perfect trip simple - no matter what your interest

Easy-to-use maps for every trip, plus driving times and directions

Explore the region with trips ranging from two to 10 days, and day trips from New York City, Washington DC and Philadelphia

Local experts share their favorite trip ideas, including a sports journalist's baseball tour, a photographer's art tour and a music-inspired tour from a New York musician

Iconic Trips chapter covers must-do trips across the region, from Beach-Hopping the Mid-Atlantic to Upscale Appalachian Trail

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on the road with our regional music playlists

Family-friendly and pet-friendly listings throughout

Green Index lists the region's most environmentally friendly options


Travel America with Lonely Planet
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Author: Jeff Campbell, Adam Karlin, Ginger Adams Otis, David Ozanich
Paperback: 354 pages
Company: Lonely Planet (2009-02-15)
ISBN: 1741797314
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