Non-Fiction Books
Here are 40 hikes and walks, all within a 520-mile stretch of rugged coastline known as the "Inside Passage." The author provides historical, cultural and natural points of interest as well.
How to Rent a Public Cabin in Southcentral Alaska covers every public cabin and hut in Southcentral Alaska, a triangular region whose west point is Kodiak Island, east point is Cordova (Prince William Sound), and north point is Denali State Park. Andromeda Romano-Lax comprehensively describes 105 public cabins for rent, with 49 of the more accessible and popular cabins highlighted and described in greater detail. You will also find 12 easy-to-read maps of the areas covered and photos of each cabin. Each listing includes: A complete description of each cabin, including type of structure, sleeping facilities, and cooking, heating, outhouse, and water availability. Detailed information on rental procedure, cost, capacity, and dates available. Directions to each site, scenery descriptions, wildlife-viewings, and recreational opportunities.
Explore the Baja coast with Andromeda Romano-Lax as she guides you on the best paddling trips around the Baja peninsula. Each route has a map and a trip summary, including length and directions, plus information on climate and conditions and the latest regulations and camp registration requirements. An essential resource for anyone planning to visit the fishing villages and isolated beaches of Baja.
The definitive guide to the Kenai Penisula. Enjoy mountain peaks and blue glaciers, rushing rivers and aquamarine lakes, coastal islands, abundant wildlife, and king-size salmon.
Andromeda Romano-Lax, with her husband and two children, set out to explore the dazzling waters of the Sea of Cortez in a 24-foot sailboat. Inspired by Steinbeck’s famous 1940 book The Log from the Sea of Cortez, the author quickly proves herself an experienced and lyrical guide to one of North America’s most unusual and rugged places. Her vivid descriptions of the abundant marine life turn readers into armchair naturalists. An encounter with a mentally unbalanced skipper, a baseball game with local villagers, and a kayaking trip in a violent storm are among the adventures and misadventures Romano-Lax chronicles here. Including a map, a delightful blend of adventure, science, and philosophy, Searching for Steinbeck’s Sea of Cortez is a memorable trip to some of the most biologically diverse waters in the world.
This booklet will help you enjoy and remember your trip in one of our country's most treasured public lands.
Where Mountains, Ice, and Ocean Meet! At the edge of the Kenai Peninsula lies a land where the ice age lingers. Nearly 40 glaciers flow from the Harding Icefield, Kenai Fjords' crowning feature. Wildlife thrives in icy waters and lush forests around this vast expanse of ice. Native Alutiiq relied on these resources to nurture a life entwined with the sea. Today, shrinking glaciers bear witness to the effects of our changing climate. Of the many 'must see' destinations in Alaska, Kenai Fjords National Park is certainly at or near the top of the list. The 600,000 acre Park features dramatic fjords, calving glaciers, and the massive 300 square mile Harding Ice field. The waters of Kenai Fjords are teaming with marine wildlife like stellar sea lions, harbor seals, Dall porpoises, sea otters, humpback, killer and minke whales.
Contents: Introduction: A dynamic forest -- Ground story : the natural setting -- The world beneath -- Middle story : history and communities -- Great migrations and global connections -- Overstory : the future Tongass -- Afterward.