HISTORY
Around Nederland
This book is part of the Images of America series. It traces the history of the Nederland, Colorado, area from when Native Americans hunted and crossed the Continental Divide to the silver, gold, and tungsten booms and busts. More….
The Last of the Wild West Cowgirls: A True Story
A small band of Wild West cowgirls rode into stardom around the turn of the 20th century, earning nearly as much as the cowboys in the traveling shows and often out-performing them. At a time when women were discouraged from working outside the home or exercising, the Wild West cowgirls became fabulously popular stars who drew huge audiences and fans. They are some of history’s forgotten women, and Goldie Griffith was one of that group of early professional female athletes, and she never shot a husband who didn’t deserve it. More….
Following in their Footsteps: Historical Hikes of the Northern Front Range
This book combines two of my favorite things: hiking and history. It’s filled with tales of murder, innovative ideas, and daring deeds, and will give you new appreciation for the trails you love, and new ideas for trails to explore. And it includes some great then-and-now photos! More….
Rocky Mountain National Park Dining Room Girl: The Summer of 1926 at The Horseshoe Inn
This was the heyday of the romantic and majestic Horseshoe Inn, a rustic but genteel lodge situated in a grand meadow framed by towering peaks. Five years later, in 1931, the Horseshoe Inn was the first of the park’s lodges to disappear in the effort to bring the park back to its natural state. More….
KIDS
The Mountain Pine Beetle: Tiny but Mighty
Imagine an insect as small as a grain of rice killing a tree that towers 70 feet above the forest floor. Seems impossible, doesn’t it?
Not when one mountain pine beetle joins forces with thousands of others to form an army of forest killers.
Perfect for schools and libraries and anyone who wants to make sense of the world around them.
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GUIDEBOOKS
Ski Touring Routes: Colorado's Front Range
A guide to routes on Colorado’s Front Range.
- 95+ routes ranging from easy to challenging
- Full color-photos and topo maps
- Introduction to gear and avalanche safety
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AFOOT AND AFIELD: Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, RMNP: 184 Spectacular Outings in the Colorado Rockies
Includes everything from easy access Front Range lakeside strolls to high challenging treks among the high peaks. Many trails are great for kids (of all ages)—less ambitious but highly satisfying, easy gambols in the natural world.
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Following in their Footsteps: Historical Hikes of the Northern Front Range
This book combines two of my favorite things: hiking and history. It’s filled with tales of murder, innovative ideas, and daring deeds, and will give you new appreciation for the trails you love, and new ideas for trails to explore. And it includes some great then-and-now photos! More….