This book delves into the fascinating history and development of two iconic locations in Grand Teton National Park: Colter Bay Village and Jackson Lake Lodge. The author takes us back to the 1950s and 1960s, a time when the park underwent a major expansion and transformation known as "Mission 66." Through detailed analysis of planning documents, the book explores the challenges and opportunities presented by increasing visitor demand, changing needs, and the need to preserve the park’s natural and cultural resources. The book reveals the interplay of visitor experience, infrastructure, and environmental considerations that shaped the landscape of these two key areas within the park. Through its examination of these early planning documents, the book provides a unique window into the historical development of national parks and the complex balancing act between conservation and recreation that continues to shape these iconic destinations today.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history and development of two iconic locations in Grand Teton National Park: Colter Bay Village and Jackson Lake Lodge. The author takes us back to the 1950s and 1960s, a time when the park underwent a major expansion and transformation known as "Mission 66." Through detailed analysis of planning documents, the book explores the challenges and opportunities presented by increasing visitor demand, changing needs, and the need to preserve the parkââ â¢s natural and cultural resources. The book reveals the interplay of visitor experience, infrastructure, and environmental considerations that shaped the landscape of these two key areas within the park. Through its examination of these early planning documents, the book provides a unique window into the historical development of national parks and the complex balancing act between conservation and recreation that continues to shape these iconic destinations today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780428165161_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780428165161
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