Adventuring in the California Desert

by Lynne Foster

Providing detailed information and advice on outdoor activities ranging from backpacking and rock climbing to exploring pioneer and Native American sites, this popular guidebook shows readers how to enjoy the vast California desert to the fullest without harming its fragile ecology. Author Lynne Foster also covers the natural, geologic, and human history of the region, and offers tips on desert safety and survival, weather conditions, clothing, and equipment.

496 pages, Paperback

First published October 28, 1997

Reviews

[Gary]

I've been needing/wanting a book like this for years. Lots of information here. Published in 1997 so it's a bit out of date, but still interesting though if you like the California Deserts.