Bandelier National Monument

Filed under: Activism , Arts and Culture , Hiking , History , Learning With Native American Day coming up on Friday, September 28 (yes, that's tomorrow) and National Public Lands Day on Saturday, here are three places you could go to honor both public lands and and the United States's Native American history. I'm mentioning these three because: I've been to all of them; they are national parks, thus public lands; and although there is similarity between them, they are quite distinct. Although, these are the three I've chosen, these are not the only places where the Anasazi lived in the U.S. Anasazi means ... Read Full Story

Editorial Reviews Review Fine exploration of this beautiful national monument near Santa Fe and Los Alamos, New Mexico. Had been occupied by Indians till 1300th century. Maps, photos, drawings. — Publisher Comments –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. More than a guide book, A Guide To Bandelier National Monument , includes a 38 page introduction which gives a brief description, from prehistory, European arrival, to the WWII era and its aftermath. Dorothy Hoard’s use of photographs, and cleanly drawn hand sketches to show Bandelier’s trails, from the Visitor’s Center trailheads, State Road 4, St. Peter’s Dome, ... Read Full Story

Editorial Reviews Now featuring color photos and maps for each park, authors Permenter & Bigley have selected America’s top 21 family-friendly national parks to help readers pick the best vacation for their family. Some highlights include: • Yellowstone National Park, a gem in the national park system that’s sure to create family memories; • Mesa Verde National Park, where older kids will love the almost dollhouse-like quality of the ancient dwellings tucked in the cliffs; • Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a true family classic with everything from bears to river tubing; • Carlsbad Caverns National Park, with one of the world’s largest caves, ... Read Full Story

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