From the black lava badlands in El Malpais National Monument to the aspen trees in Santa Fe National Forest, the Albuquerque area is filled with beautiful wilderness perfect for exploration. This comprehensive guidebook outlines the level of difficulty for each hike, and includes extensive maps and trail profiles to assist hiking enthusiasts and day-trippers alike. Experience the Rio Grande, old Route 66, ancient pueblos, ghost towns, and other charms of the area with this essential guide.
Stephen Ausherman served as Artist-in-Residence for: Bernheim Forest, KY (2012) Atelier Beeldend Vermogen in Walkenried, Germany (2011) C-Scape at Cape Cod National Seashore, MA (2010) Blue Sky Project in Woodstock, IL (2008) Cornucopia Art Center in Lanesboro, MN (2007)
His books include: 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Albuquerque, 2nd ed. (2012) Fountains of Youth, a novel (2006) Restless Tribes, travel stories (2004)
In pursuit of stories as a freelance journalist, Ausherman interviewed witchdoctors in the foothills of Kilimanjaro and crisscrossed Iraq in an Oldsmobile. He also taught English in Korea (1994-96) and China (1989-90).
He has been recognized in various communities for his work with children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Born in China and raised in North Carolina, Ausherman took an unscheduled detour to New Mexico in 1996. He has lived there ever since.
This was an enjoyable and very informative book to read. The hikes are unique and many of them have not been published before. Ausherman does a great job of making you want to get out there and hike!