Hiking the Gulf Islands
by Charles Kahn
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Nestled in the rain shadow of Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands bask in the mildest climate in Canada, a mini-Mediterranean that fosters an abundance of plant and animal species seen nowhere else. Throw in panoramic views, inviting beaches and friendly hospitality - all just a short ferry ride from Vancouver or Victoria - and you have a hiker's paradise. Whether your visit lasts a day or a week, Hiking the Gulf Islands is the best guide to exploring the islands on foot. It is the only show more comprehensive guide with up-to-date information on the recently created Gulf Islands National Park - 33 square kilometres scattered over 16 islands and more than 30 islets and reefs. Separate chapters cover each island - including the often-overlooked Texada, Lasqueti and Thetis islands plus Bowen Island at the entrance to Howe Sound - and even hiking trails in the area's marine parks. Hiking the Gulf Islands includes: * Maps showing trail locations. * Distance and time of each hike. * Accessibility and degree of difficulty of each route. * Lists of shore and road walks. * Paddling suggestions for kayak or canoe. * What to bring and what to look for. show lessTags
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Charles Kahn was born in Montreal in 1945. He has worked as a writer and editor of books for over thirty years. He has edited and co-authored numerous educational textbooks, has written many travel articles Kahn lives on Salt Spring Island, where he is an active member of the island's Historical Society
Common Knowledge
- Original publication date
- 1995
Classifications
- Genres
- Sports and Leisure, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Travel
- DDC/MDS
- 796.510971128 — Arts & recreation Recreation, sports, and performing arts Athletic and outdoor sports and games Outdoor leisure Walking; backpacking, hiking Standard subdivisions History, geographic treatment, biography {hiker guides to non-urban areas} North America
- LCC
- F1089 .G8 .K34 — Local History of the United States, Canada and Latin America Canada British Columbia
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- English
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- 2
