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Books by Our Staff
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Books by Our Staff
We
are proud of the creative work by our staff at the Idaho State
University Outdoor Program. The following book is by our
writer-in-residence and
former director, Ron Watters. Ron has been with the Idaho State
University
Outdoor Program for many years. He puts a lot of tender loving
care
into his books, long hours of research and works hard to make them
visually
appealing, useable, accurate--and fun to read.
Detailed
Information on the book . . .
WinterTales and
Trails
Skiing,
Snowshoeing and Snowboarding in Idaho, the Grand Tetons
and
Yellowstone National Park
"The
standard by which other [guide] books are judged" --Cross-country
Skier Magazine
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Details:
353
pages
6"
x 9"
110
photographs
17
maps
Source
Notes
Index
Paper
ISBN
1-877625-05-1
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Brief
Description
Winter
Tales and Trails is a guidebook to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing,
snowboarding and backcountry skiing in Idaho, the Tetons and Yellowstone
National Parks. It includes hundreds of cross-country ski and snowshoe
trails, details on routes for dozens of backcountry skiing and snowboarding
excursions, and loads of stories about the history of skiing and winter
travel in the west.
For over 20 years, the author, Ron Watters, has been exploring, writing,
and collecting information about winter recreation in this beautiful corner
of the west. He knows his topic, and he knows how to strike a balance,
including information on easy-going and safe trails for beginners and families
as well as challenging areas for experienced backcountry users.
Moreover, he is a wonderful story teller, drawing from his own experiences
and from those of long ago. It's a lively, fun and informative book
and a must for anyone who loves the western winter.
More Information
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Table
of Contents
(From
the book, Winter Tales and Trails) |
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Part
I Winter Tales
Chapter
1 The Long Snowshoe
Chapter
2 Poachers, Lawmakers, and the Glory Days
Chapter
3 The Mail Carriers . . . Heroes of the Long Snowshoe
Chapter
4 One Last Look Back
Part
II Winter Trails: Skiing, Snowshoeing and Snowboarding
Chapter
5 General Information and Key to Trails and Symbols
Map
Showing Locations of All Regions
Chapter
6 Sandpoint-Bonners Ferry Region
Chapter
7 Priest Lake Region
Chapter
8 Coeur d'Alene-Moscow Region
Chapter
9 Lewiston-Grangeville-Lolo Pass Region
Chapter
10 McCall Region
Chapter
11 Boise Region
Chapter
12 Salmon-Lost Trail Pass Region
Chapter
13 Sawtooth Valley-Stanley Basin Region
Chapter
14 Sun Valley-Ketchum Region
Chapter
15 High Desert Mosaic
Chapter
16 Yellowstone-Island Park Region
Chapter
17 Teton National Park-Teton Pass-East Idaho Region
Chapter
18 Pocatello Region
Chapter
19 Southeast Idaho Region
Acknowledgments
Source
Notes
Index
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Reviews
(Of
the book, Winter Tales and Trails)
"Pick
up a copy of Winter Tales and Trails . . . . You'll not only get
a complete guide and review of trails, but you will also learn about the
rich, colorful history of skiing in the region. Much of Watters'
writing is action: you'll catch your breath through the tales of early
trailblazers. But the challenges laid by these tales is clear and
you will be compelled to see for yourself the ghost towns and scenic vistas
. . . . Be sure to get a copy--you are in for a grand adventure."
Lisa A. Jackson, Eclectic
Book Reviews
"`Winter
Tales,' goes to new heights, offering basics and some little-known historical
insights. Those interested in snowshoes won't feel left out . . .
. And to add a more modern element, Watters also includes snowboarding
opportunities." Bill
Loftus, Lewiston Morning Tribune
"Buy
it as a guidebook for the trail. Enjoy it as an entertaining history
book at night. [It's] the standard by which other [guide] books are
judged." Cross-country
Ski Magazine
"Obviously
thoroughly researched through firsthand knowledge ... easy to read maps
and scenic photos." Daryl
Gadbow, The Missoulian
"It
has a well honed sense of place, a nice appreciation for local folklore
centered around the long snowshoe and a commitment to sport that is integrated
with the environment." RAIN
Journal of Appropriate Technology
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The Author
Click here
for a biographic sketch of the author. |
Getting
a Copy
You
can get a signed copy of Winter Tales and Trails from the author
Ron Watters who is our Writer-in-residence. More information is found here. |
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