Posts Tagged ‘Books’
A must-read: The Golden Spruce by John Vaillant
This book could be described as John Krakauer meets Sigurd Olson; true crime meets nature essay; bio-abundance meets human consumption. It’s a factual look at the illegal felling of a giant Golden Spruce in the Queen Charlotte Islands – but the facts are often stranger and more compelling than fiction. In the end, it’s a [...]
Book Review: Soggy Sneakers
Here’s a sure cure for the winter’s-never-gonna-end blues: Tuck in with a copy of the best guide to Oregon waterways, and start planning a summer paddle adventure. Just about every doable river run is covered, and the authors supply the need-to-know info in a very clear, useful layout.
Win “60 Hikes within 60 Miles of Portland”
Perfect for Portland folks longing for a quick escape from the city: Paul Gerald’s 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles of Portland. To enter, simply subscribe a friend for our biweekly e-mail. Be sure your name is included in the “How did you find us?” line. Drawing will be held February 1st. All new subscribers and [...]