4 comments about Central Oregon Walks, Hikes & Strolls for Mature Folks.

1. I thoroughly enjoyed this book on 'little' outings in Central Oregon. It is a thoughtful approach to walks and hikes in that area with those folks in mind who are not able to do the rigorous hikes that most hiking books focus on. The authors remind us that we need to enjoy the things that we can do rather than bemoan the things that we cannot do. The book is well written and accurate. Having taken several of the hikes myself, I can say that with confidence. The book needs to be taken along on the walk as a good 'tour guide'. I enjoyed the enthusiasm and the humor of the authors. It is a great resource for those with small children, older parents or handicapped friends or family.



2. With many of the hiking guides lining my bookself, this one stands out with its unique, user-friendly format. All of the most important information regarding selection of a trail are on easy-to-reference columns of stand-out font along each side of the pages. The supporting narratives fill the remainder of the pages with plenty of detail to give you a clear understanding of exactly what you can expect to encounter, plus ensure that you fully enjoy and appreciate each hike. Despite the title, this book is for all hikers and I would especially recommend it for families with young children. I certainly hope that these authors are considering more publications to cover other areas throughout the Northwest.



3. As a lifelong hiker and adventurer, I highly recommend Johnson and Gray's "Walks, Hikes and Strolls". When I am on a hike, I want to be enjoying nature, focusing on the beauty around me and appreciating the inner peace that comes with this experience. "Walks, Hikes and Strolls" better allows me to relax and get what I want out of a hike because of its simplicity, clarity, and its common-sense approach. This book will allow young and old alike to enter nature with a feeling of security and with the knowledge needed to make the most of the experience. The Fact Finder in the left hand column gives valuable information on miles, elevation, permits needed, trail timeframes and where to obtain maps. The Feasibility Gauge in the right hand column consisely tells trail conditions, facilities, type of exposure and types of use that the trail has.
   I can't wait to try out the hikes that are listed!



4. I am a world traveler and have lived in Argentina, Columbia, and Israel. It is my understanding that Walks, Hikes and Strolls is for "mature folks". I am a young tourist in the United States for the first time as an adult and I appreciate finding a guide book that is easily understandable and points out many important things in a way that looks out for my safety, my body and my sanity. What a pleasure to be in a strange land and have such competent directions and instructions at my finger tips. I hope that many other people from other countries are as lucky as I have been to come accross this book. Good hiking to everyone!

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1 comments about Recommended Country Inns: West Coast: California, Washington, Oregon.

1. I purchased this book to help me find a place to honeymoon that was cozy, not over-run by tourists. I wanted a honeymoon site that offered an authentic experience, not one marketed or comercialized. I knew there had to be out of the way places that would allow genuine exploration and discovery in which the traveler was not just another number being shuttled around to the same places to spend money with everyone else. I ended up finding a beautiful bed and breakfast on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. Built in the late 1800's this inn featured a small detached bungalow on the bluffs overlooking the harbor. There is no way I would have found this place without the guide.

   I am realizing the benefit of "place." The world is full of ugly concrete box hotels that all look and feel the same. Why not chance it a little and explore a small county inn off a small country road surrounded by woods and coastline? Yes, there may be a little discomfort in the lack of anonimity, but why settle for the generic?

   For those who live on the west coast, or want to visit, this guide has hundreds of listings of places to stay. The author has personally visited each of them (tough job), and offers insightful recommendations. The guide thoroughly covers a broad range of geography and has something from everyone from 19th century hotels to small cabins in California's Gold Rush Country. Most of these inns are owned by families who live on the site, so you know you are supporting local economies and not some corporate interest 1,000 miles away.

   Read this and then get out there and explore.

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1 comments about A Field Guide to Historic the Dalles.

1. The Dalles has been the center of commerce for over 10,000 years. Native Americans converged in this area for centuries to trade. Lewis and Clark camped at "Rock Fort", the Hudson's Bay Company established a post there in 1829, a Methodist Mission was begun in 1838, and the US Government built a US Mint in The Dalles in 1861. This town has a rich and diverse history to explore. The book will guide you to the most significant homes and structures and treat you to a glimpse of the past through the eyes of the present. Come explore history!

2 comments about Portland Map Book (GM Johnson Metro Map Books).

1. Basically, it's a map of Portland, in book form. It's similar to a Thomas Guide, but slimmer. As I recall, it was easy to read and use. It did help me make my way around Portland when I visited for a few days. Not much else to say about it. It does the job.



2. I have used two , three of these great books. So much easier to use than Thomas. My family steals mine from my car. Need a new one, mine is shredded.

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