Guide to Western National Monuments Fire Explores the remarkable interdependence between

Explores the remarkable interdependence between native peoples and native plants of the Californias through in-depth descriptions of 47 native plants and their uses

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Guide to Western National Monuments Fire Explores the remarkable interdependence betweenGuide to Western National Monuments showcases 70 of the nations national monuments across the western United States. These are the best places to visit if you want to hike and camp in spectacular scenery with relatively few people (compared to national parks). The 70 national monuments featured in this guide were chosen for their fascinating history, diverse flora and fauna, as well as opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, and camping.