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Product Identifiers

PublisherFirefly Books, The Limited

ISBN-100228101697

ISBN-139780228101697

eBay Product ID (ePID)25038249339

Product Key Features

Book Title110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan : The Best Parks, Conservation Areas and Wild Places

Number of Pages224 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2019

TopicCanada / Prairie Provinces (MB, Sk), Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies), Parks & Campgrounds

IllustratorYes

GenreTravel, History

AuthorDoug O'neill, Jenn Smith Nelson

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight22.3 Oz

Item Length9.5 in

Item Width7.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2018-961514

Dewey Edition23

ReviewsBeautiful photographs on each page jumped out at me, each with a descriptive caption, ensuring that it didn't take long for me to wish I was heading out on an adventure instead of going in to work... A quick glance at these 110 Nature Hot Spots will surely inspire both locals and visitors to spend more time outside exploring... I consider myself an avid Saskatchewan traveller and I am definitely inspired to check more of these hotspots off of my list. My eyes have absolutely been opened to all of the beauty I am missing out on in Manitoba. If you hear someone call our provinces flat and boring, I encourage you to send them a copy of this book! I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in nature and the outdoors... a well written, inspiring, and useful guide to the natural gems in Saskatchewan and Manitoba., 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan will forever change your perception of the provinces. I don't know how many times I have heard the comment -- There Is Nothing To See Or Do On The Prairies. Guess again. Both provinces are home to rich eco-systems. You just might have to look a little harder than in the rockies. To that end Jenn Smith Nelson and Doug O'Neill, two talented Canadian travel writers, have penned a book that could forever change the look of your next road trip across the prairies., Jenn Smith Nelson and Doug O'Neil wrote 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan not only to share some of the most beautiful places in those two provinces, but to encourage people to treat them with respect... I really enjoyed this book, and I will be using it as a reference for years to come., This book gives you a reason to visit Canada's center... With 110 places, many of them undiscovered by tourists, you'll have new reasons to visit Saskatchewan and Manitoba., Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs, 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan is a guidebook that explores the natural splendour and remarkable recreation of both provinces.... This book is perfect for any family thinking of visiting the prairies on their next family vacation, or for anyone who is interested in the natural parks, conservation areas and "wild places" in the prairies., Pick up 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan and you'll likely read it cover to cover in a short sitting. You'll use it again as a reference guide when researching a destination before hitting the road... Imagine asking a stranger for directions and getting a lot of local expertise and hidden gems about the wild -- that's what you can expect from this guidebook., From First Nations pictographs to birder paradises and the coldest and deepest waters in Manitoba, there are about 110 new places I have added to my to-see list.

Dewey Decimal917.1204

SynopsisFrom mystical badlands and rich boreal forests to fast-flowing rivers and subarctic tundra, Manitoba and Saskatchewan are chock-full of awe-inspiring natural spaces, charming critters and recreational opportunities. In 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, experienced travel writers Jenn Smith Nelson and Doug O'Neill are your tour guides to the wild side of these provinces. Whether you want to kayak alongside beluga whales, hike to the top of a sand dune, spot a whooping crane from behind a bird blind or real in a record-breaker on one of countless lakes, there is something to be discovered lakes, there is something to be discovered here for every adventurer. Stunning photographs, at-a-glance information and special interest features help round out this indispensable guide. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan will unlock the secrets of the Prairie's natural gems. Book jacket., An inspiring guide to the best nature getaways in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. 110 Nature Hot Spots in Manitoba and Saskatchewan is a beautifully illustrated guidebook that explores the natural splendor and remarkable recreation of these diverse provinces. Each entry includes a descriptive destination profile, beautiful photographs and at-a-glance information about special features, locations and available activities and amenities. Both provinces are divided into three chapters -- south, central and north -- and feature Special Interest sections to help readers craft their adventures based on their interests and discover even more hot spots. Manitoba is home to some of the best wildlife-watching opportunities in Canada and unparalleled wild spaces and recreation. This section of the book covers the best nature hot spots in Manitoba, as well as a handful in Northwestern Ontario (also known as Manitoba's playground), including: Churchill Little Limestone Lake Pimachiowin Aki UNESCO World Heritage Site Riding Mountain National Park. Saskatchewan, or the "Land of the Living Skies," constantly surprises visitors with the diversity of its landscapes and the scope of its recreational opportunities. This section of the book showcases the many gems Saskatchewan has waiting, such as: Athabasca Sand Dunes Provincial Park Big Muddy Badlands Grasslands National Park Wanuskewin Heritage Park. This is an essential selection for all bookstores, libraries and especially travel stores, travel offices, tour organizers and tourism centers.

LC Classification NumberF1071