West Rock to the Barndoor Hills
Author: Cara Lee
Publisher:
Published: 1985-01-01
Total Pages: 60
ISBN-13: 9780942081008
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Vegetation of Connecticut natural areas no. 4.
Author: Cara Lee
Publisher:
Published: 1985-01-01
Total Pages: 60
ISBN-13: 9780942081008
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Vegetation of Connecticut natural areas no. 4.
Author: Diana V. Wetherell
Publisher: Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, Connecticut Geological & Natural History Survey
Published: 1997-06-01
Total Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 9780942085044
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Peter M. LeTourneau
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
Published: 2017-01-03
Total Pages: 208
ISBN-13: 0819576832
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Stunning photography and fact-filled text reveal new perspectives on southern New England's most unique natural region. A picturesque journey through the traprock highlands from New Haven, Connecticut to Amherst, Massachusetts, this book captures the majesty of wild windswept cliffs, panoramic summit vistas, and intimate details of the natural world through the eyes of an artist and the mind of a scientist. By tracing the influence of natural history on cultural development in the Connecticut Valley, the authors present a compelling argument that the rocky highlands are landscapes of national significance, where the particular combination of geology, geography, water resources, climate, and human settlement fostered vital developments in Early American science, education, agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and the creative arts. Through vibrant color photographs of high alpine crags and lush forests, thundering waterfalls and splashing cascades, and close-up views of the rocks, flowers, and birds, The Traprock Landscapes of New England presents the incomparable beauty of the region as never before. Overflowing with information, long-time fans, first-time visitors, nature lovers, rock climbers, history buffs, land use managers, and many others will find plenty to satisfy in the detailed text and captions, crisp photos, historical images, informative maps, and more. Showcasing popular locales, and revealing “secret spots,” this must-have resource will encourage old friends and newcomers alike to visit the rugged crags once called “the boldest and most beautiful” landscapes in New England.
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Publisher:
Published: 2010-04-05
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9780984461806
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A photogrpahic journey along the Traprock Ridge in Central Connecticut. Explore the region along the blue-blazed hiking trails and the newly desginated "New England National Scenic Trail". Learn the history and legends that have captivated visitors for many years. See the beautiful scenic views of the New England landscape from atop the many vistas, cliffs, and summits on the range. All through the eyes of New England Nature Photographer Eric Larson
Author: Jelle Zeilinga de Boer
Publisher: Wesleyan University Press
Published: 2013-07-19
Total Pages: 180
ISBN-13: 0819573752
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →West Rock and East Rock are bold and beautiful features around New Haven, Connecticut. They resemble monumental gateways (or time-tried sentinels) and represent a moment in geologic time when the North American and African continents began to separate and volcanism affected much of Connecticut. The rocks attracted the attention of poets, painters, and naturalists when beliefs rose about the spiritual dimensions of nature in the early 19th century. More than two dozen artists, including Frederick Church, George Durrie, and John Weir, captured their magic and produced an assortment of classic American landscapes. In the same period, the science of geology evolved rapidly, triggered by the controversy between proponents and opponents of biblical explanations for the origin of rocks. Lavishly illustrated, featuring over sixty paintings and prints, this book is a perfect introduction to understanding the relationship of geology and art. It will delight those who appreciate landscape painting, and anyone who has seen the grandeur of East and West Rock.
Author: Geoffrey A. Hammerson
Publisher: UPNE
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 494
ISBN-13: 9781584653691
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The best comprehensive look at wildlife in Connecticut
Author: Greg McHone
Publisher: Perry Heights Press
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 212
ISBN-13: 9780963018144
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Publisher: Perry Heights Press
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 244
ISBN-13: 9780963018137
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher:
Published: 1898
Total Pages: 888
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Justin Piccirillo
Publisher: Arcadia Pub (Sc)
Published: 2021-02
Total Pages: 130
ISBN-13: 9781540245731
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Nestled on the western edge of the Connecticut traprock ridge known as the Hanging Hills, Hubbard Park is an expansive 1,800-acre municipal park in the historic city of Meriden. Gifted to the city from industrialist Walter Hubbard, the park was dedicated on October 29, 1900. It is a striking tract of land that combines rugged wilderness and sylvan beauty with scenic vistas, outdoor recreation, and historic structures. High above Hubbard Park and capping the soaring East Peak is the landmark Castle Craig Tower. This stone observatory, conceived by Hubbard, provides spectacular views from the highest point within 25 miles of the coastline from Maine to Florida. Nearly 1,000 feet below, the park's centerpiece, Mirror Lake, boasts fountains and cascades that complement the picturesque mountains and woodlands. The park was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. Hubbard Park tells the remarkable story of one of New England's largest and most celebrated parks.