Nature of the Appalachian trail : wildlife, plants, geology, and more

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General Note:	Revised edition of: The Appalachian Trail : a visitor's companion, 1998.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction -- A concise history of the Appalachian Trail -- From Georgia to Maine : the route of the Appalachian Trail -- Mountains rise, mountains fall -- The long green tunnel -- The grand floral parade -- Furred creatures great and small (and in between) -- Serenaders on the wing -- Of moist skin and scales -- Some suggested hikes -- Appendix A : trees of the Appalachian Trail and fall leaf color guide -- Appendix B : average blooming season for some Appalachian Trail flowers -- Appendix C : birds of the Shenandoah National Park and birds of the White Mountain National Forest -- Appendix D : the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and member trail-maintaining clubs.
Summary, etc.:	"This comprehensive guide takes an in-depth look at the various aspects of nature along the AT: history, geology, plant life, wildlife, and more"--