Books by Stephanie Pearson

50 True Tales from Our Great National Parks

by Stephanie Pearson

Immerse yourself in the wonder and diversity of America's great outdoors with 50 true stories inspired by some of its most iconic national parks.

This gift treasury collection gathers real-life stories from parks across the USA, including Great Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Hawaii Volcanoes, Denali, Everglades, and many, many more.

Some tell human tales of triumph, bravery, and feats of endurance and moments of dazzling discovery.

Others are tales of remarkable animals, magnificent plants, outstanding natural features.

Some explore the past, telling how certain parks came to be and their impacts both good and bad, while others recount recent events such as inspiring stories of conservation and nature and communities bouncing back.

Each story is linked to a particular park, telling the tale of an animal or plant, community or individual, or event. These stories grant readers a new way to explore these awe-inspiring places.

Stories include: The Amazing Acrobats of Glacier Bay – the humpback whales that perform an incredible ballet-like dance through the chilly waters. The Bransfords of Mammoth Cave – the inspiring tale of a Black American family’s dedication and excellence exploring and guiding people through these vast caves in Kentucky.
The perfect accompaniment to bestselling National Parks of the USA, this book is for families and young readers looking to for longer-form, nonfiction stories about America's great national parks. Altogether, the tales within combine to form a celebration of these awe-inspiring, living landscapes. This book is made to be enjoyed and revisited again and again.

National Parks included: Denali National Park Biscayne National Park Glacier Bay National Park Great Sand Dunes National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park Pinnacles Volcanic National Park Lake Clark National Park Katmai National Park Channel Islands National Park Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park Yosemite National Park Redwood National Park Mount Rainier National Park Crater Lake National Park Olympic National Park North Cascades National Park American Samoa National Park Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Haleakala National Park Virgin Islands National Glacier National Park Yellowstone National Park Rocky Mountain National Park Grand Teton National Park Great Basin National Park Capitol Reef National Park Bryce Canyon National Park Zion National Park Death Valley National Park White Sands National Park Saguaro National Park Grand Canyon National Park Mesa Verde National Park Petrified Forest National Park Carlsbad Caverns National Park Arches National Park Theodore Roosevelt National Park Wind Cave National Park Badlands National Park Isle Royale National Park Voyageurs National Park Cuyahoga National Park Big Bend National Park Mammoth Cave National Park Great Smoky Mountains National Park Shenandoah National Park Congaree National Park Everglades National Park Dry Tortugas National Park Acadia National Park

100 Great American Parks

by Stephanie Pearson

Discover diverse and breathtaking natural landscapes in this beautifully illustrated collection of America’s 63 national parks, as well as 37 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces.

Nowhere in the world is there a park system like America’s. The National Park System was the first in the world and is a collection of the country’s best national treasures. For Americans, these places are part of our cultural DNA. Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from experts, need-to-know travel information including the best scenic overlooks and hiking trails, and practical wildlife-spotting tips, this inspirational collection takes readers to all 63 national parks, as well as 37 state, recreational, and city parks and green spaces.
With a park in every state, this beautiful collection highlights the top experiences in stunning destinations from Yosemite and Sequoia to Biscayne and Mammoth Cave. You'll discover the beauty, diversity, surprises, and wonder of each park, including
The mountain peaks of the Tetons Hawaii’s constantly erupting volcanoes The crystal-clad underworld of Carlsbad Caverns The steamy swamps and mangrove forests of the deep South Hidden gems tucked in bustling cities like New York’s Central Park And so much more! Each entry in this magnificent volume explores the breathtaking landscapes, remarkable histories, extraordinary wildlife, and the need to conserve and explore each destination. With a foreword from legendary recording artist Garth Brooks, “the voice of America,” this innovative guide will lead you to experience the greatest park experiences the world has to offer and an understanding of these natural open spaces.

Lonely Planet Experience America's 59 National Parks. National parks of America

by Regis St. Louis, Sara Benson, Lonely Planet, Stephanie Pearson, Amy C Balfour, Carolyn McCarthy, Patrick Kinsella, Greg Benchwick, Becky Ohlsen, Emily Matchar

To celebrate America's amazing national parks, Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel publisher, takes you on an informative and gorgeous tour of all 59 parks with our lavishly finished hardcover gift guide packed with detailed itineraries and practical tips on what to do and see in each park to get you started planning your next adventure. America's national parks are full of timeless marvels that still rejuvenate the soul: the world's largest trees in Sequoia; its most spectacular geothermal site in Yellowstone; the grandest canyon. Perhaps the movement's most eloquent description that is still resonates came from national parks advocate John Muir: 'Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity...' Fortunately for the nerve-shaken, over-civilized people of then and now, President Woodrow Wilson created the National Parks Service (NPS) on August 25, 1916, though the drive to protect some of America's most remarkable wild spaces, to be 'used and preserved for the benefit of mankind', began in the 1860s. From Acadia to Zion, this beautiful introduction to America's preserved natural treasures is packed with landscape photography, original wildlife illustrations, and practical information. You will surely be inspired to rediscover these incredible spaces and find out why they're worth celebrating and you'll have all the tools to plan the first of many exciting trips. This book is intended to be a practical introduction to each of America's 59 national parks, distilled by Lonely Planet's expert authors. We highlight the best activities and trails, explain how to get there and where to stay, show you the wildlife to watch out for, and suggest ideal itineraries. Whether you're lucky enough to have a park on your doorstep or need to travel further, we hope that the following pages inspire you both the iconic and lesser-known gems that make up the USA's diversely breathtaking expanses.

100 Hikes of a Lifetime U. S. A. The Country's Ultimate Scenic Trails

by Stephanie Pearson

From a bucket list trek on the Pacific Crest Trail to a day hike up Viriginia's Old Rag, discover the best hikes across the United States to add to your bucket list.

In this sequel to the best-selling 100 Hikes of a Lifetime, discover the best trails, day hikes, and pilgrimage treks across the United States.
Complemented by stunning National Geographic photography, each hike includes information on trail length and elevation, skill level, and worthwhile scenic resting spots. Plus, find expert recommendations for where to stay--from camp sites to nearby lodges--wildlife spotting, alternative routes, and planning.
This collection of bucket list-worthy trails takes you from coast to coast, including:

• California's Lost Coast Trail, one of the few truly coastal hikes on the U.S. mainland and an exceptional wilderness experience
• The American Discovery Trail, an epic 6,800-mile, coast-to-coast route from Point Reyes National Seashore in California to Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware
• A Grand Canyon rim-to-rim route, a 24-mile, one-way journey through two billion years of geological history
• The Guadalupe Peak Trail in Texas's Guadalupe Mountains National Park, a 3,000-foot ascent with sweeping Lone Star views from the summit
• The Superior Hiking Trail, which starts in Duluth, Minnesota, and follows the shoreline of Lake Superior to the Canadian border for a grand total of 37,800 feet of elevation gain, almost 10,000 more feet than climbing Mount Everest
• Mount Katahdin Loop in Maine, a trek to the summit of 5,269-foot Baxter Peak, the highest point in Maine and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail

For devout long-distance trekkers and day hikers alike, this book is a must-have to create your next bucket list.