Book excerpt: This highly acclaimed, best-selling series takes field guides to a breathtaking new level. Filled with full-color maps, diagrams, photographs, and sketches, each book takes readers on an exciting armchair adventure to some of the most fascinating places in the natural world -- and offers practical advice for those planning real-life expeditions.This information-packed guide offers practical advice and boundless inspiration for the casual weekend traveler, the intrepid backwoods explorer, and the armchair wish-lister alike. Includes an introductory section on wilderness travel, followed by an extensive, geographical encyclopedia of some of the continent's most amazing destinations. Each entry includes a small map, contact information, hours/fees (if any), camping/lodging information, and recommended visiting season.