Call of the Mountains: The Beauty and Legacy of Southern California's San Jacinto, San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains ebook

by Ann Olander,Farley Olander

Ann Olander Farley Olander United States English

Although Southern California's mountain ranges are only partially wilderness, they bring wonder into our daily lives even from a distance. This book intends to remind us of this wonder, to champion the mountains' beauty and inspire their protection.

Although Southern California's mountain ranges are only partially wilderness, they bring wonder into our daily lives even from a distance. It takes us along trails to historic areas, sparkling waterfalls, and the highest peaks.

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Although Southern California's mountain ranges are only partially wilderness, they bring wonder into our daily lives . Call of the Mountains is for you who can't get to the mountains, but glimpse them from afar and feel their wonder. I wrote this book to remind us of this wonder, to champion the mountains' beauty and inspire their protection. In addition, I wrote this book for people around the world to know a seldom heralded dimension of Southern California. Last, I wrote this book for you who already know these streams, canyons and peaks. For you, the following pages will jog memories of special places and occasions that are yours alone.

Olander, A, & Olander, F. (2005) Call of the Mountains: The Beauty and Legacy of Southern California's San Jacinto, San Bernardino and San Gabriel. Schirfin, B, et al (2003)Pacific Crest Trail: Southern California

Olander, A, & Olander, F. Schirfin, B, et al (2003)Pacific Crest Trail: Southern California. Tway, L. (2011) Tidepools: Southern California: A Guide to 92 Locations from Point Conception to Mexico. Plants: Baldwin, B, et al (2002) The Jepson Desert Manual: Vascular Plants of Southeastern California Belzer, T. (1984) Roadside Plants of Southern California (Outdoor and Nature). Clarke, O. (2007) Flora of the Santa Ana River and Environs

The San Bernardino Mountains (along with the adjacent San Gabriel and San Jacinto Mountains) are a humid island in the mostly semi-arid southern California coastal plain. Parts of the San Bernardino Mountains have annual precipitation totals in excess of 40 inches (.

The San Bernardino Mountains (along with the adjacent San Gabriel and San Jacinto Mountains) are a humid island in the mostly semi-arid southern California coastal plain. Lake Arrowhead and Barton Flats areas), and provide an important water resource for the coastal plain below. Most of the precipitation falls between November and March; summers are mostly dry except for infrequent thunderstorms during late summer.

Although Southern California's mountain ranges are only partially wilderness, they bring wonder into our .

The Beauty And Legacy Of Southern California's San Jacinto, San Bernadino And San Gabriel Mountains. Published January 30, 2005 by Stephens Press.

Wilderness protection advocate Ann Olander reflects on the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act of 1964 and its .

Wilderness protection advocate Ann Olander reflects on the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act of 1964 and its impact on the wilderness of the San Gabriels. Their coffee-table book, "Call of the Mountains, the Beauty and Legacy of Southern California's San Jacinto, San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountains," won the Best Regional Non-Fiction Book-of-the-Year, Independent Publishers, IP Award, 2006. 2014-03-27T10:00:08-07:00. Boundary of the San Gabriel Wilderness on Three Points trail Photo: Daniel Medina.

Although Southern California's mountain ranges are only partially wilderness, they bring wonder into our daily lives even from a distance. I wrote this book to remind us of this wonder, to champion the mountains' beauty and inspire their protection. In addition, I wrote this book for people around the world to know a seldom heralded dimension of Southern California. Several years ago I couldn't find such a book to show Swiss friends. Also I've always wanted to show our mountains' beauty to friends and relatives across the country, to come and visit them vicariously. Call of the Mountains is for you who can't get to the mountains, but glimpse them from afar and feel their wonder. Last, I wrote this book for you who already know these streams, canyons and peaks. For you, the following pages will jog memories of special places and occasions that are yours alone. My Story - and the stories of people I met - takes us along trails to historic areas, sparkling waterfalls, pristine meadows and the highest peaks.

Arith

Call of the Mountains is a wonder-lovely treasure. The authors-inveterate hikers and photographers who live in the Los Angeles suburbs-invite us into their world view of their home mountains, showing us pristine natural spots that are surrounded by and still able to co-exist within close proximity of our country's fastest-growing urban area. The fourteen gorgeous color-photo essays comprising the book showcase Southern California's San Jacinto, San Bernardino, and San Gabriel Mountains: the peaks, lakes, streams, flowers and trees in their alpine and desert habitats throughout the seasons. My favorite chapter is "Baldy Prospects," the photo narrative describing Los Angeles' "signature" peak, Mount San Antonio or Mount Baldy. We see how groups of volunteers are collaborating with government entities to conserve the canyons and lower-elevation portions of the mountain from further urban sprawl. The photos throughout the book, however, provide proof to readers that these mountainous areas must be preserved. Anyone who opens the book won't be able to put it down until she has at least browsed through it from beginning to end--the color photos and layout and design are indeed spectacular.

Qag

This book is filled with both stunning photography and graceful prose. Call of the Mountains spans an 18 month period in which the Olanders explored their local mountain ranges. It chronicles the people that they meet along the way and the stories that the ancient mountains hold. The book concludes with the desire that these treasured mountains be preserved for future generations.

Minnai

Olander's book is a fantastic coffee table book and at the same time a tour guide and history book. I thoroughly enjoy this book each time I open it- which is often. I have often explored and hiked these mountains and have visited many if not most of the places shown in Ms. Olanders' book. It has motivated me to seek out places I haven't been and to re-visit others with new knowledge and history guiding me. I highly recommend this book to all who enjoy nature.

Rleyistr

Thank you Ann and Farley Olander. My husband and I have always enjoyed the mountains, and the San Gabriel Mountains hold a special place in our hearts. It is so nice seeing California mountains so lushly photographed with important prose. Our friends pick it up to look at the photos, but always end up reading it as well. It is truly an inspired partnership that created this work or art.

Shou

The Call of the Mountains deserves its place on every coffee table of those who enjoy nature. The intriguing and pleasurable journal style writing and stunning photos allow the reader to join in on the authors' many journeys through the San Jacinto, San Bernardino and San Gabriel Mountain Ranges in Southern California. This book is beautifully crafted and a complete delight.

Kizshura

A well composed photographic book. One of few books of it's kind which highlights Southern California's ever present but, often over-looked mountain ranges. If you have never visited your local mountains, this book will make you want to.

Fearlesshunter

This is much more than a book with great pictures. Ann & Farley Olander show the rest of us how we can enjoy the quiet beauty and simple pleasures of the wilderness next door. Unassuming and inspiring, this book is a roadmap for nature lovers and urbanites alike.

It is truly a collection of quiet visual poetry that rhymes with wilderness.

Benoit & Kathryn Gendron, New York City

Growing up, our family vacations were spent hiking and camping. With my father being a teacher, the locations we'd choose to explore most often had historical or cutural value to them. For these reasons, this book made the perfect gift for my parents last Christmas.

In fact, it inspired them to spend their next spring break exploring the three mountain ranges highlighed in this book!