Adirondack Alpine Summits: An Ecological Field Guide
Nancy G. Slack
ISBN 10: 1931951187 ISBN 13: 9781931951180
Published by Adirondack Mtn Club, 2007
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Originally published as 85 Acres: A Field Guide to the Adirondack Alpine Summits, this ecological field guide brings the alpine world of the Adirondack High Peaks to the hiker, naturalist, and casual observer through the use of stunning photographs, the insightful knowledge of plant ecologist Dr. Nancy G. Slack, and helpful charts and maps. This winner of the New York State Outdoor Education Association's Environmental Impact Award also encourages the reader to take part in the protection and preservation of this fragile environment by providing education and conservation tips.
About the Author: Dr. Nancy G. Slack is a plant ecologist, 46er, and professor of Biology at The Sage Colleges. Her research and writing topics include bogs and fens, and alpine and bryophyte ecology. She is currently president of the American Bryological and Lichenological Society.
Allison W. Bell is a designer and photographer in Northampton, Massachusetts.
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Title: Adirondack Alpine Summits: An Ecological ...
Publisher: Adirondack Mtn Club
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good