{"product_id":"southwest-canyon-countrys-best-nature-walks-39-easy-ways-to-explore-the-national-parks-of-the-four-corners-9781643263236","title":"Southwest Canyon Country's Best Nature Walks: 39 Easy Ways to Explore the National Parks of the Four Corners","description":"\u003cb\u003eExplore some of the easiest and most rewarding hikes through Utah, Arizona, and Colorado's otherworldly landscapes--with descriptions of the unique flora, fauna, and geology any hiker can discover along the trail\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e From the towering cliffs of Zion to the ancient dwellings of Mesa Verde; from the bighorn sheep of Arches National Park to the Martian-looking landscapes of the Petrified Forest--each trail featured in \u003ci\u003eSouthwest Canyon Country's Best Nature Walks\u003c\/i\u003e beckons with the promise of adventure and discovery. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e But these are not the epic treks of seasoned adventurers or the grueling expeditions of intrepid explorers. Instead, these are brief excursions--often chosen for being less crowded and for their proximity to the road--that can be enjoyed by families, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat into the wilderness or simply craving a breath of fresh air, this book has something for everyone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoddy Scheer\u003c\/b\u003e is a journalist and photographer specializing in environmental issues, the outdoors, and travel. When he is not out in the field taking pictures, Roddy produces EarthTalk, a weekly environmental Q\u0026amp;A column syndicated to more than 1,000 news outlets reaching more than 6 million readers. He has served as a regular contributor to \u003ci\u003eE-The Environmental Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSeattle Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNorthwest Travel\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAmerican Photo\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePhotoMedia\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWildflower\u003c\/i\u003e, and others. His books include \u003ci\u003eOregon and Washington's Roadside Ecology\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eYellowstone and Grand Teton's Best Nature Walks\u003c\/i\u003e. He is a three-time Society of Professional Journalists \"Excellence in Journalism\" winner.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Timber Press (OR)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51359274500370,"sku":"9781643263236","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7104d892-0302-45c5-8e8c-b40d65c1c5be.jpg?v=1749587081","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/southwest-canyon-countrys-best-nature-walks-39-easy-ways-to-explore-the-national-parks-of-the-four-corners-9781643263236","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}