Category: Nature Publisher: Create Space
ISBN-10: 8608426322
Type: Non-Fiction
Pages: 147
Copyright: July 4, 2016
ISBN-13: 9798608426322
This guide, originally published in 2016 and updated in 2020, is about hiking and generally exploring desert areas, specifically southwest Utah and adjacent areas (southern Nevada and northern Arizona). There is no better way to experience the ruggedness and beauty, the history of settlement by Native Americans and later pioneers, and the solitude than by simply hiking and exploring. The purpose in writing this book is to enhance the enjoyment of all who wish to sample the richness of southwest Utah and adjacent areas.
This hiking guide was awarded 2nd Place in the non-fiction category of the League of Utah Writers published book competition in September 2016.
Professional Reviews
Superlative job of finding the best hikes in Southern Utah and the surrounding areas
“In an area with an embarrassment of hiking riches, Tom Garrison does a superlative job of finding the best hikes in Southern Utah and the surrounding areas. Writing about unusual, off the beaten path adventures is what Tom does best.”
Don Gilman, Enterprise, Utah. Don is a journalist for St. George News, an avid climber, and owner of the Southwest Beta website.
A winner
“Volume Two of Hiking Southwest Utah and Adjacent Areas is a winner. The 25 hikes described are a good supplement to Volume One. It is a useful resource for hikers in the St. George area.”
Bo Beck, St. George, Utah. Bo is a retired US Air Force global survival instructor and veteran member of the elite Zion National Park's Search and Rescue team.
A book of nature inspired poems and essays, written from the heart and soul of a life-long nature, animal, and wilderness lover, and dedicated to today’s children - Earth's only hope for a better tomorrow.
This book won 'The Poetry Category'
