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Gardens in Connecticut
The state of Connecticut is tiny, but populous. It has a wealth of different environments ranging from rolling hills to beautiful coastal areas. The state flower is the Mountain Laurel, while the state tree is the Charter Oak. Featured Gardens:  Dinosaur State Park ArboretumThis is a fantastic arboretum to take the kids to, because it's located at the Dinosaur State Park which is certainly something they'd be interested in! The Park was opened in ... |
 Map of Connecticut Gardens to Visit
Gardens To See uses Google™ Maps technology to provide an overview of all gardens to visit in a particular region. -> Launch Map |
 | 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City: Including northern New Jersey, southwestern Connecticut, and western Long Island by: Christopher Brooks With so many superb trails in the New York City area, planning a hike can be a frustrating endeavor. Which one for an all-day outing? Where can I take my dog? Which are suitable for young children? 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: New York City answers those questions with an array of classic trails and little-known gems, while guiding the reader through 439 miles of outdoor fun and ... [reviews] |
 | AMC's Best Day Hikes in Connecticut: Four-Season Guide to 50 of the Best Trails from the Highlands to the Coastal Lowlands by: Rene Laubach This new guide from the experts at the Appalachian Mountain Club leads beginner and experienced hikers alike along 50 of Connecticut’s most spectacular trails, from short family nature walks to long day hikes that reward with magnificent views. Inside, readers will find 50 detailed trail descriptions with maps, Nature Notes on the region’s flora and fauna, and more. Readers will ... [reviews] |
 | Zagat 2009/ 2010 Connecticut Restaurants (Zagatsurvey: Connecticut Restaurants) [reviews] |
 | Exploring the Appalachian Trail Hikes in Southern New England: Connecticut Massachusetts Vermont by: David Emblidge 10 b/w photos 65 maps Complete descriptions of 170 great day hikes on the AT Easy-to-read topographic maps and elevation profiles for each hike Plants, wildlife, and historical points to see along the way From the spruce forests of Tennessee and the leafy gorges of Virginia to the rolling Pennsylvania hills and the rocky heights of New England, the Appalachian Trail offers 2,200 miles of ... [reviews] |
 | Rail-Trails New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont by: Rails-to-Trails-Conservancy With 60 rural, suburban, and urban trails threading through 622 miles, Rail-Trails New England covers Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Many rail-trails are paved and run through the most scenic parts of town, such as the 12-mile Island Line Trail in Burlington, Vt., skirting the city's waterfront before jutting three miles out onto a lake. Some ... [reviews] |
 | Small Spaces, Beautiful Gardens by: Keith Davitt If you love gardens but don’t think you have enough outdoor space to cultivate one, this book is for you. Written by a 20-year veteran of landscape design, this imaginative guide features 18 hardworking profiles of gorgeous small garden paradises. Through step-by step instructions, before-and-after photos, and detailed plans, landscape architect Keith Davitt offers ingenious tips and ... [reviews] |
 | Gardenwalks in the Pacific Northwest: Beautiful Gardens along the Coast from Oregon to British Columbia (Gardenwalks Series) by: Alice Joyce A delight for generalists and garden enthusiasts alike, this book is an indispensable resource for travelers throughout Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. [reviews] |
 | A Guide to the Great Gardens of the Philadelphia Region by: Adam Levine Finally, for every resident and visitor to the region, a comprehensive guide to the gardens of eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and northern Delaware. Magnificently illustrated with nearly 200 full color photographs, A Guide to the Great Gardens of the Philadelphia Region provides essential information on how to locate and enjoy the finest gardens the area has to ... [reviews] |
