Craters of the Moon A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho

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Craters of the Moon A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho

by United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications

EN·~1 hours·34 chapters

Chapters

34 total
1

Handbook 139 Craters of the Moon

0:14
2

Using This Handbook

1:03
3

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

0:38
4

Part 1 Welcome to Craters of the Moon

0:14
5

Rift Volcanism on the Snake River Plain

17:10
6

Part 2 From Moonscape to Landscape

0:23
7

Geology of the Craters of the Moon

20:24
8

Life Adapts to a Volcanic Landscape

17:22
9

Indians, Early Explorers And Practicing Astronauts

10:01
10

Part 3 Guide and Adviser

0:02

Description

This handbook opens with a vivid portrait of Craters of the Moon’s rugged volcanic terrain, tracing its discovery from early fur‑trappers to the daring 1920s expeditions that first brought the landscape to public attention. Readers are treated to the science behind the lava fields—pahoehoe ropes, basaltic spatter cones, and the rift volcanism that shaped the Snake River Plain—along with stories of the men and women who championed the area’s protection.

The second half shifts to the living world that has adapted to this alien environment, exploring the unique plants, animals, and cultural impressions that define the park. Practical sections then guide visitors through trails, camping spots, and safety tips, making the guide a handy companion for anyone planning to explore the stark beauty of this Idaho wilderness.

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Full title

Craters of the Moon A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho

Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (88K characters)

Series

Official national park handbook; 139

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2020-08-21

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications

A long-running publishing arm of the National Park Service, this office helped turn the history, landscapes, and landmarks of the United States into clear, accessible books and handbooks for the public.

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