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Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
Four Months from Start

Patrizia has new Iconic Trail for us to trek!

John Muir is a naturalist who has inspired many and three different trails have been created in his honor, both in the United States and in his native Scotland. We will travel the most famous (and longest) of the three.
✱ The John Muir Trail in California is the best-known and most popular long-distance trail in the United States, though few limit themselves to short segments.
✱ It should not be confused with the almost homonymous trail, just 33 km (20 miles) long, present in Tennessee.
✱ In 2014 another route, the John Muir Way, was opened in Scotland; 215 km (130 miles) long, it crosses that region from coast to coast.

Complete: 10 tasks (one from each section).
To make the challenge a little harder you can choose to do the tasks in order.

Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more. When posting updates of completed books, please include a link to the title and author’s name, along with the date you finished reading the book. Please post cover if it is task appropriate. When you have completed the challenge, please copy and paste your entire challenge and repost in a new message, letting us know it is completed.

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1. John Muir

John Muir was born in Scotland in 1838 and emigrated with his family to the United States when he was still a child. They moved to San Francisco in 1868. A trip to Yosemite inspired him to become a fervent protector of nature, so much so that he was considered one of the first environmentalists in history. He thus contributed to the establishment of various national parks and in 1892 founded the Sierra Club, which today is one of the most important US environmental associations. He died in Los Angeles in 1914. He has written several books in which he demonstrates his love for nature, books that are still read all over the world.

✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important OR
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB OR
✱ Read a book written by John Muir or any author with his first or last name (his author page and books can be found HERE

2. John Muir Trail

The John Muir Trail is 340 km (211 miles) long and runs throughout California, crossing five protected areas. It takes about three weeks to travel the entire route, usually from north to south. For more than two thirds of the way the John Muir Trail coincides with the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from the border of Mexico to Canada and is one of three major US long-distance hiking trails. It is best to follow the John Muir trail in the period between July and September, given the altitudes reached.

✱ Read a book set in California OR
✱ Read a book set in summer OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL.

3. Travel Preparations

Tackling this trail requires a certain organization: you must request permits months before departure and send food to various points along the way as it is impossible to carry all the necessary food along with you. In addition, you need the necessary equipment to camp (tent and sleeping bag) for three weeks. Speaking of food, you will need to have special containers to store it to prevent bears (and other animals, such as pumas) from deciding to feast at your expense, which could also be dangerous for you.

✱ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists (briefly share how the book fulfills the task ) OR
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)

Happy Isles is a group of small isles in the Merced River in the easternmost part of Yosemite Valley. From here both the John Muir Trail and the Mist Trail begin: the latter leads to two of the park's most famous waterfalls, Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Before embarking on the John Muir Trail, many hikers try their hand at the ascent of Half Dome (a permit is required). During your journey you will find several signed paths that take you to other places of naturalistic interest; it might be a good idea to extend your trip to cover the ones that interest you most. Surely, before leaving, you should take a quick tour of Yosemite NP, taking advantage of the shuttle bus. Not to be missed are the sights of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan and Glacier Point. Protected since 1864, it became a national park in 1890, 18 years after Yellowstone.

✱ Read the first book in a series OR
✱ Read a book with a waterfall on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.

5. Yosemite National Park

The first four days of hiking (or more if you decide to take any of the side trails) you will stay inside Yosemite National Park, moving soon to the wilder and less frequented area by tourists. The hike will take you to the Nevada Falls and then heads to Toulumne Meadows, where you will find a visitor center, a store and, if desired, a lodge to stay overnight. Here you can also participate in some of the activities offered by the rangers. From there, you will travel through Lyell Canyon, a really beautiful and pleasant valley to walk through. The ascent to the Donohue Pass, at the beginning of the fifth day of travel, is not to be underestimated. The pass marks the border with the Ansel Adams Wilderness.

✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness

Created in 1964 under the name of Minarets Wilderness, this area was renamed in 1984, after the death of Ansel Adams, an environmentalist made famous by his black and white photographs of American parks. Once you have passed the Donohue Pass, the trail will take you to an area full of lakes, one more beautiful than the other. After a couple of days you will arrive at Devil's Postpile National Monument, a dark cliff of columnar basalt protected since 1911. Given the facilities and places that can be visited in the area, you can think of spending a relaxing day here.

✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

7. John Muir Wilderness

The seventh day of walking will take you to the John Muir Wilderness, protected since 1964, where you will spend another 4-5 days in a landscape full of lakes; in particular you can spend a whole day exploring the nearby Edison Lake. Take advantage of this day of rest, as you will have to overcome two passes during your stay in the John Muir Wilderness. Also keep in mind that after the last stop in this wilderness area you will have to face about ten days in which you will not find any facilities along the way.

✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake OR
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

8. Kings Canyon National Park

If all went according to plan, on your 11th day of hiking, you will enter Kings Canyon National Park. Founded in 1890 with the name of General Grant NP, in 1940 it was later enlarged and renamed for the wide valley of glacial origin. After the first day and a half of an easy walk, you will tackle the trail's most famous pass, also named Muir. Keep in mind that from here to the end of the trip, days of “rest” along various watercourses will alternate with others in which you will face different passes to climb.

✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

9. Sequoia National Park

On the 18th day, the Forester Pass will take you to the contiguous Sequoia National Park. Created in 1890, it owes its name to the giant trees that also cover the nearby Kings Canyon NP. The two parks are administered as if they were a unit and in 1976 UNESCO included them among the biosphere reserves. Redwoods grow to an height of 95 m (311 ft) and it seems that they can live up to 2,200 years!

✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney

The trail ends on the summit of Mt. Whitney; the mountain's west slope is in Sequoia National Park whereas the east slope is in the Inyo National Forest. At 4,421 meters of altitude (14,505 feet) it is the tallest mountain in the continental United States. Of course, you won't be able to stay overnight on top of the mountain; you will have to descend to a trail camp, and the next day (the 21st of hiking) descend to Whitney Portal, the way out of the park.

✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way) OR
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.

Participants

Agnieszka ~ Completed
Bev (baglady) ~ Completed
Book Concierge ~ Completed
Catsalive ~ Completed
ChrisGA ~ Completed
Clare ~ Completed
Frankie ~ Completed
Jan ~ Completed
JoAnne ~ Completed
Jonquil ~ Completed
Karen ♐
Kim ~ Completed
Mary
Meg ~ Completed
Olivermagnus ~ Completed
Patrizia ~ Completed
Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)
Tari ~ Completed

My Spot

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
10/10

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB: Lowcountry Bordello | Susan M. Boyer 2/18/21****


2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California. Midnight | Dean Koontz 3/11/21****


3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text ("near the inside curve of the next bend of the river, stood three wolves"). Across a Thousand Miles | Nadia Nichols 2/13/21***


4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series: 600 Hours of Edward | Craig Lancaster 2/9/21****


5. Yosemite National Park
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum): The Phantom of Oz | Cindy Brown 2/4/21***


6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum). An Expert in Murder | Nicola Upson 2/17/21**


7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (152). Murder at Macbeth | Susan Harper 2/9/21**


8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum). I Let You Go | Clare Mackintosh 2/25/21**


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover). Sinful Folk | Ned Hayes 3/12/21*


10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover). Ice Land | Betsy Tobin 2/25/21**

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

in order

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Blackwork by Monica Ferris 2 February; 4☆


2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
The Lemon Sisters by Jill Shalvis 5 February; 5☆


3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
"During the winter, the bears were hibernating, so they didn't pose a threat to man or dog, but there were still wolves and cougars to deal with" (27% kindle)- Finding Shelter by Kathi Daley 7 February; 4 1/2☆


4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.
Christmas Up in Flames by Lisa Harris 9 February; 4 1/2☆


5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Trailing a Killer by Carol J. Post 10 February; 4☆


6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text)
Always Look Twice by Elizabeth Goddard 5 March; 5☆


7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
162 pages- The Killer Outdoors by Jodi Linton 6 March; 3 1/2☆


8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are)
A Night's Tail by Sofie Kelly (=Sofie Ryan and Darlene Ryan) 14 March; 5☆


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover)
The Inn at Hidden Run by Olivia Newport 18 March; 4 1/2☆


10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Deadly River Pursuit by Heather Woodhaven 21 March; 4☆

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Sweet Magic, Connie Shelton02/22

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
Death by Chocolate, G.A. McKevett 05/03

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book where the MC usually makes to-do lists (mc has a deluxe appointment book/planner for her schedules and to-do lists)
The Bookish Life of Nina Hill, Abbi Waxman 03/23

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Aunt Dimity's Death, Nancy Atherton02/10

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (I really enjoyed this one)
Secrets in a Bottle, Shelly West 04/18

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text ("...as we discover that Colin is, first and foremost, a photographer...")
A Zany Slice of Italy, Ivanka Di Felice02/24

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS
Right of Redemption, Jenna Bennett 04/08

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (Jayne Ann Krentz/Jayne Castle/Amanda Quick)
All the Colors of the Night, Jayne Ann Krentz 03/08

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover
With a Vengeance, Annette Dashofy 04/17

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover
Cabs, Cakes & Corpses, Becca Bloom 05/20

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
9/10

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan 2/3/2021

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer
Emma: A Modern Retelling by Alexander McCall Smith 2/1/2021

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book where something is organized - A political campaign is organized
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston 2/15/2021

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness 2/2/2021

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum). [POTS]
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler 2/6/2021

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages) [368]
The Fairies of Sadieville by Alex Bledsoe 2/1/2021

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is) [An avalanche]
The Mountain Between Us: A Novel by Cindy Myers 2/4/2021


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character Grandma Mazur
Fortune and Glory by Janet Evanovich 2/18/2021

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah 2/13/2021

Hope you enjoy your trek Patrizia, Meg & Kim!!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

10 / 10

✅🌲1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Roar - Cecelia Ahern - 29/03

✅🌲2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer
The Summer Book - Tove Jansson - 26/03

✅🌲3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly - Sun-mi Hwang - 18/02
- Weasel "The one-eyed weasel was larger and faster than the other weasels."

✅🌲4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Illuminae - Amie Kaufman - 08/02

✅🌲5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out)
Call Me By Your Name - André Aciman - 09/04
- I'm someone who usually gives books tagged as romance a miss, but I needed to read one for a challenge. Several people recommended I try this book. TBH I wasn't a huge fan.

✅🌲6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles)
The Stranger - Albert Camus - 22/03
- Also published as L'Étranger and The Outsider

✅🌲7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
The Invisible Life of Euridice Gusmao - Martha Batalha -11/02
-240 pages

✅🌲8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor - Adam Kay - 16/02
- Many medical problems and obstacles

✅🌲9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC)
Sleeping Murder - Agatha Christie - 26/02

✅🌲10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
All Systems Red - Martha Wells - 09/03

Welcome Clare!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021

10 of 10 Complete

🏕 1. John Muir
John Muir was born in Scotland in 1838 and emigrated with his family to the United States when he was still a child. They moved to San Francisco in 1868. A trip to Yosemite inspired him to become a fervent protector of nature, so much so that he was considered one of the first environmentalists in history. He thus contributed to the establishment of various national parks and in 1892 founded the Sierra Club, which today is one of the most important US environmental associations. He died in Los Angeles in 1914. He has written several books in which he demonstrates his love for nature, books that are still read all over the world.
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Something About You - Julie James - 4/4/21

🏕 2. John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail is 340 km (211 miles) long and runs throughout California, crossing five protected areas. It takes about three weeks to travel the entire route, usually from north to south. For more than two thirds of the way the John Muir Trail coincides with the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from the border of Mexico to Canada and is one of three major US long-distance hiking trails. It is best to follow the John Muir trail in the period between July and September, given the altitudes reached.
✱ Read a book set in California
Find Me - Anne Frasier - 2/4/21

🏕 3. Travel Preparations
Tackling this trail requires a certain organization: you must request permits months before departure and send food to various points along the way as it is impossible to carry all the necessary food along with you. In addition, you need the necessary equipment to camp (tent and sleeping bag) for three weeks. Speaking of food, you will need to have special containers to store it to prevent bears (and other animals, such as pumas) from deciding to feast at your expense, which could also be dangerous for you.
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
Winter Study - Nevada Barr - 4/3/21


🏕 4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
Happy Isles is a group of small isles in the Merced River in the easternmost part of Yosemite Valley. From here both the John Muir Trail and the Mist Trail begin: the latter leads to two of the park's most famous waterfalls, Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Before embarking on the John Muir Trail, many hikers try their hand at the ascent of Half Dome (a permit is required). During your journey you will find several signed paths that take you to other places of naturalistic interest; it might be a good idea to extend your trip to cover the ones that interest you most. Surely, before leaving, you should take a quick tour of Yosemite NP, taking advantage of the shuttle bus. Not to be missed are the sights of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan and Glacier Point. Protected since 1864, it became a national park in 1890, 18 years after Yellowstone.
✱ Read the first book in a series
The Scent of Murder - Kylie Logan - 2/7/21 - #1 Jazz Ramsey

🏕 5. Yosemite National Park
The first four days of hiking (or more if you decide to take any of the side trails) you will stay inside Yosemite National Park, moving soon to the wilder and less frequented area by tourists. The hike will take you to the Nevada Falls and then heads to Toulumne Meadows, where you will find a visitor center, a store and, if desired, a lodge to stay overnight. Here you can also participate in some of the activities offered by the rangers. From there, you will travel through Lyell Canyon, a really beautiful and pleasant valley to walk through. The ascent to the Donohue Pass, at the beginning of the fifth day of travel, is not to be underestimated. The pass marks the border with the Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where)
Free Fire - C.J. Box - 2/16/21 - set in Yellowstone National Park

🏕 6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
Created in 1964 under the name of Minarets Wilderness, this area was renamed in 1984, after the death of Ansel Adams, an environmentalist made famous by his black and white photographs of American parks. Once you have passed the Donohue Pass, the trail will take you to an area full of lakes, one more beautiful than the other. After a couple of days you will arrive at Devil's Postpile National Monument, a dark cliff of columnar basalt protected since 1911. Given the facilities and places that can be visited in the area, you can think of spending a relaxing day here.
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).
Sleep Well, My Lady - Kwei Quartey - 4/11/21 - SWML

🏕 7. John Muir Wilderness
The seventh day of walking will take you to the John Muir Wilderness, protected since 1964, where you will spend another 4-5 days in a landscape full of lakes; in particular you can spend a whole day exploring the nearby Edison Lake. Take advantage of this day of rest, as you will have to overcome two passes during your stay in the John Muir Wilderness. Also keep in mind that after the last stop in this wilderness area you will have to face about ten days in which you will not find any facilities along the way.
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes - Carolyn Keene - 2/13/21 - orig pub 1964

🏕 8. Kings Canyon National Park
If all went according to plan, on your 11th day of hiking, you will enter Kings Canyon National Park. Founded in 1890 with the name of General Grant NP, in 1940 it was later enlarged and renamed for the wide valley of glacial origin. After the first day and a half of an easy walk, you will tackle the trail's most famous pass, also named Muir. Keep in mind that from here to the end of the trip, days of “rest” along various watercourses will alternate with others in which you will face different passes to climb.
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are)
Murder, Handcrafted - Isabella Alan - 2/18/21 - also writes as Amanda Flower

🏕 9. Sequoia National Park
On the 18th day, the Forester Pass will take you to the contiguous Sequoia National Park. Created in 1890, it owes its name to the giant trees that also cover the nearby Kings Canyon NP. The two parks are administered as if they were a unit and in 1976 UNESCO included them among the biosphere reserves. Redwoods grow to an height of 95 m (311 ft) and it seems that they can live up to 2,200 years!
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
The Lieutenant's Nurse - Sara Ackerman - 2/10/21 - TLN

🏕 10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
The trail ends on the summit of Mt. Whitney; the mountain's west slope is in Sequoia National Park whereas the east slope is in the Inyo National Forest. At 4,421 meters of altitude (14,505 feet) it is the tallest mountain in the continental United States. Of course, you won't be able to stay overnight on top of the mountain; you will have to descend to a trail camp, and the next day (the 21st of hiking) descend to Whitney Portal, the way out of the park.
✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way)
The Saffron Gate - Linda Holeman - 4/8/21 - #2 Sorted by Date Added

Have fun Lynda!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021
10/10
Opting for out of order

🌲1. John Muir
✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important OR
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Ink and Shadows Ellery Adams 2/4/21
✱ Read a book written by John Muir or any author with his first or last name (his author page and books can be found HERE

🌲2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California OR
✱ Read a book set in summer
The Garden Plot Thickens Linnea West 2/2/21
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL.

🌲3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists (briefly share how the book fulfills the task )
The friends organized a new club to take fresh produce to shut-ins on Sundays Who Murdered Mr. Malone? Hope Callaghan 2/5/21
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).

🌲4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Death in Room 7 K.J. Emrick 2/1/21 Pine Lake Inn series
✱ Read a book with a waterfall on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.

🌲5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
MITP-Murder Is the Pits J.A. Whiting and Amanda Diamond 2/4/21

🌲6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text)
“…you’re a photographer too?” asked Owen.” p 47 Murder Paints a Picture Thea Cambert 2/6/21
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

🌲7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake OR
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
304 pages-Have Yourself a Beary Little Murder Meg Macy 2/8/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

🌲8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
Darcy had to make sure she was well hidden when she sleuthed to avoid getting caught or killed-Death Comes to Town K.J. Emrick 2/3/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

🌲9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC)
Miss Tilley-Irish Parade Murder Leslie Meier 2/6/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

🌲10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way) OR
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Nell McCarthy-The Legacy J.A. Whiting and Nell McCarthy 2/19/21

Enjoy the challenge Tari!

Jan wrote: "Enjoy the challenge Tari!"

Thanks, Jan!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
0/10

1. John Muir
John Muir was born in Scotland in 1838 and emigrated with his family to the United States when he was still a child. They moved to San Francisco in 1868. A trip to Yosemite inspired him to become a fervent protector of nature, so much so that he was considered one of the first environmentalists in history. He thus contributed to the establishment of various national parks and in 1892 founded the Sierra Club, which today is one of the most important US environmental associations. He died in Los Angeles in 1914. He has written several books in which he demonstrates his love for nature, books that are still read all over the world.

✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important OR
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB OR
✱ Read a book written by John Muir or any author with his first or last name (his author page and books can be found HERE

2. John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail is 340 km (211 miles) long and runs throughout California, crossing five protected areas. It takes about three weeks to travel the entire route, usually from north to south. For more than two thirds of the way the John Muir Trail coincides with the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from the border of Mexico to Canada and is one of three major US long-distance hiking trails. It is best to follow the John Muir trail in the period between July and September, given the altitudes reached.

✱ Read a book set in California OR
✱ Read a book set in summer OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL.

3. Travel Preparations
Tackling this trail requires a certain organization: you must request permits months before departure and send food to various points along the way as it is impossible to carry all the necessary food along with you. In addition, you need the necessary equipment to camp (tent and sleeping bag) for three weeks. Speaking of food, you will need to have special containers to store it to prevent bears (and other animals, such as pumas) from deciding to feast at your expense, which could also be dangerous for you.

✱ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists (briefly share how the book fulfills the task ) OR
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
Happy Isles is a group of small isles in the Merced River in the easternmost part of Yosemite Valley. From here both the John Muir Trail and the Mist Trail begin: the latter leads to two of the park's most famous waterfalls, Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Before embarking on the John Muir Trail, many hikers try their hand at the ascent of Half Dome (a permit is required). During your journey you will find several signed paths that take you to other places of naturalistic interest; it might be a good idea to extend your trip to cover the ones that interest you most. Surely, before leaving, you should take a quick tour of Yosemite NP, taking advantage of the shuttle bus. Not to be missed are the sights of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan and Glacier Point. Protected since 1864, it became a national park in 1890, 18 years after Yellowstone.

✱ Read the first book in a series OR
✱ Read a book with a waterfall on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.

5. Yosemite National Park
The first four days of hiking (or more if you decide to take any of the side trails) you will stay inside Yosemite National Park, moving soon to the wilder and less frequented area by tourists. The hike will take you to the Nevada Falls and then heads to Toulumne Meadows, where you will find a visitor center, a store and, if desired, a lodge to stay overnight. Here you can also participate in some of the activities offered by the rangers. From there, you will travel through Lyell Canyon, a really beautiful and pleasant valley to walk through. The ascent to the Donohue Pass, at the beginning of the fifth day of travel, is not to be underestimated. The pass marks the border with the Ansel Adams Wilderness.

✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
Created in 1964 under the name of Minarets Wilderness, this area was renamed in 1984, after the death of Ansel Adams, an environmentalist made famous by his black and white photographs of American parks. Once you have passed the Donohue Pass, the trail will take you to an area full of lakes, one more beautiful than the other. After a couple of days you will arrive at Devil's Postpile National Monument, a dark cliff of columnar basalt protected since 1911. Given the facilities and places that can be visited in the area, you can think of spending a relaxing day here.

✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

7. John Muir Wilderness
The seventh day of walking will take you to the John Muir Wilderness, protected since 1964, where you will spend another 4-5 days in a landscape full of lakes; in particular you can spend a whole day exploring the nearby Edison Lake. Take advantage of this day of rest, as you will have to overcome two passes during your stay in the John Muir Wilderness. Also keep in mind that after the last stop in this wilderness area you will have to face about ten days in which you will not find any facilities along the way.

✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake OR
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

8. Kings Canyon National Park
If all went according to plan, on your 11th day of hiking, you will enter Kings Canyon National Park. Founded in 1890 with the name of General Grant NP, in 1940 it was later enlarged and renamed for the wide valley of glacial origin. After the first day and a half of an easy walk, you will tackle the trail's most famous pass, also named Muir. Keep in mind that from here to the end of the trip, days of “rest” along various watercourses will alternate with others in which you will face different passes to climb.

✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

9. Sequoia National Park
On the 18th day, the Forester Pass will take you to the contiguous Sequoia National Park. Created in 1890, it owes its name to the giant trees that also cover the nearby Kings Canyon NP. The two parks are administered as if they were a unit and in 1976 UNESCO included them among the biosphere reserves. Redwoods grow to an height of 95 m (311 ft) and it seems that they can live up to 2,200 years!

✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
The trail ends on the summit of Mt. Whitney; the mountain's west slope is in Sequoia National Park whereas the east slope is in the Inyo National Forest. At 4,421 meters of altitude (14,505 feet) it is the tallest mountain in the continental United States. Of course, you won't be able to stay overnight on top of the mountain; you will have to descend to a trail camp, and the next day (the 21st of hiking) descend to Whitney Portal, the way out of the park.

✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way) OR
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.

Have fun Sallie!

Cool, I've read two books where this guy was mentioned in the last quarter - the book about US National Parks I recommended to you & in one about a small town in Alaska. Aparently he was so in awe of Alaska's beauty he recommended young people not to go there because afterwards no other place will appear worth visiting or they won't be able to leave.
WOW several of his works are available for free as part of the Guttenberg Project - got all of them!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
Duration: 2/1/21 - 5/31/21
Completed: 30/10+
100+ pgs, re-reads are ok, re-post when finished


1. John Muir
✔ Read a book where nature conservation is important Steep Trails by John Muir 4* 7/10/22 (at least one that's long enough)
Alaska Days with John Muir book 4 in Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by Samuel Hall Young 5* 7/13/21 & A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf by John Muir 5* 2/14/22 (97+73=170 pages *grins* - the page # for both books can't be correct and it's just for the fun of it, some of the editions are 150+ pages each, so I'm good with this task that way - I see I have to look into adding more or at least longer books for this topic)
✔ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB Cajun Fried Felony by Jana Deleon 5* 2/9 - C-title
✔ Read a book written by an author with his first name John or last name Muir Raport pelikana=The Pelican Brief by John Grisham 4* 6/7
✔ Read a book written by John Muir or any author with his first or last name The Cruise of the Corwin book 2 in Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by John Muir 2.5* 7/4

2. John Muir Trail
✔ Read a book set in California Dying for a Date book 1 in Laurel McKay Mysteries Boxed Set by Cindy Sample 3.5* 2/25
✔ Read a book set in summer Change of Fortune by Jana Deleon 5* 2/2 - set in August
✔ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL. Come Sundown by Nora Roberts 5* 2/26 - johN muir tRail

3. Travel Preparations
✔ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text A Drop of Paradise by Alex L. Michaels 2* 2/28 - the MCs are stranded on an island and have to tend for themselves
✔ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists Moving Target by Lynette Eason 4* 4/6 - the killer had a to-do list he 'worked' along
✔ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text Fortune Furlough by Jana Deleon 5* 2/7

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✔ Read the first book in a series Healing the Hurts of Your Past: A Guide to Overcoming the Pain of Shame by F. Remy Diederich 3* 2/16 - The Overcoming Series #1
✔ Read a book with a waterfall on the cover 31 Tage Lobpreis: Neue Freude an Gott=31 Days of Praise: Enjoying God Anew by Ruth Myers & Warren Myers 4* 3/30/22
✔ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES. Chasing Secrets by Lynette Eason 4* 4/13 - happy isLEs

5. Yosemite National Park
✔ Read a book set in a US National Park Dying for a Daiquiri book 3 in Laurel McKay Mysteries Boxed Set by Cindy Sample 2.5* 3/3 - the group spends a day at the Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (in book it's called Hawaii Volcanoes Park)
✔ Read a book you hope you will like Meg's Best Man by Cynthia Bruner 5* 2/20 - loved it
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK. Murder in Lancashire by Jane T. O'Brien 3* 4/17 - yoseMIte nationaL park

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✔ Read a book with a photographer on the cover Gasoline, Texas by Joseph Flynn 4* 5/17 - “Win-Win was the photographer?” (p. 97)
✔ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years The Viscount's Tempting Minx by Erica Ridley 5* 11/2 - previously The Viscount's Christmas Temptation
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS. Shadows in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/6 - eIlDerneSs

7. John Muir Wilderness
✔ Read a book set on the shores of a lake In Two Weeks by Jen Talty 3* 4/22 - Lake George, NY
✔ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages Fierce Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 5* 3/11 - 314 pages
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS. Judgment in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/19 - John muIr wilDerness

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✔ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name At Wick's End by Tim Myers 3* 3/31 - also writes under the pseudonyms: Elizabeth Bright, Melissa Glazer, Chris Cavender & Jessica Beck
✔ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle Swamp Spook by Jana Deleon 4* 2/5 - the state police are making life difficult for MC's boyfriend and try to make the MC a scapegoat - she has to circumvent them and find the real perp(s) of the crimes
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK. New Corpse In Town by Lucy Quinn 4* 3/30 - kiNgs Canyon naTIonal Park

9. Sequoia National Park
✔ Read a book with a tree on the cover Gators and Garters by Jana Deleon 4* 2/14
✔ Read a book with an elderly character Reel of Fortune by Jana Deleon 4* 2/4 - MC's sidekicks
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK. Travels in Alaska book 1 in Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by John Muir 5* 6/21 - naTIonAl

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✔ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR Without Warning by Lynette Eason 4* 4/3 - sorted by date purchased (desc.)
✔ Read a book with a mountain on the cover Kingdom Prayer: Touching Heaven to Change Earth by Tony Evans 4* 3/27
✔ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY. THR3E by Twyla Turner 4* 4/16 - mounT whiTney
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Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021
Out of order

10/10 DONE

1. John Muir
✱ whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB Shadows in Death J.D. Robb 4/17
2. John Muir Trail
✱ whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL Dead Even Annelise Ryan 4/15
3. Travel Preparations
✱ with a camping scene on the cover or in the text "From where I camped I could fish" loc 3515 Survival Instinct Fiona Quinn 4/13
4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ with a waterfall on the cover Sara Driscoll 3/3

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ set in a US National Park --Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Presumed Deadly Cindi Myers 4/20
6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS
Restaurant Weeks Are Murder Libby Klein 3/4
7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS Rules of Redemption T.A. White 3/13
8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ written by an author who has more than one pen name Jayne Castle Jayne Ann Krentz The Other Lady Vanishes Amanda Quick 4/21
9. Sequoia National Park
✱ with an elderly character = four septuagenarians The Thursday Murder Club Richard Osman 2/2
10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney ✱ mountain on cover Lise McClendon 2/1

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021
Out of order

10/10

1. John Muir
✱ whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB.
Come Homicide or High Water Denise Swanson 2/12/21

2. John Muir Trail
✱ set in summer
Knocked Up Again! Lilian Monroe 2/13/21

3. Travel Preparations
✱ where the MC usually makes to-do lists.
Thick as Thieves Sandra Brown 2/10/21

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series AND
✱ whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.
Like a Winter Snow Lindsay Harrel 2/11/21 (Port Willis #1)

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
The Last Sister Kendra Elliot 2/23/21

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS
No Man's Land David Baldacci 3/8/21

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS
Write Me Home Crystal Walton 2/2/21

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
Postpartum Depression, Clinical Depression and a debilitating car accident Coming Home for Christmas RaeAnne Thayne 2/14/21

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ with a tree on the cover
The Winter Lodge J.L. Jarvis 2/3/21

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ with a mountain on the cover.
Enjoy the View Sarah Morgenthaler 3/4/21

Thanks for joining Agnieszka, Jonquil and JoAnne!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
02/01/2021 - 05/31/2021

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Maria Hummel 02/02/2021

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
Jonathan Kellerman 02/16/2021

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
Isak Dinesen 04/09/2021

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series.
Cornelia Funke 02/03/2021 series book #1

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Steve Berry 03/16/2021

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).
Samantha Downing 05/27/2021

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
Balli Kaur Jaswal 02/04/2021 304 pages

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Evan Bollinger 04/16/2021

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover)
Emma Lord 03/11/2021

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Tana French 03/09/2021

Welcome Bev!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
Begins: 01Feb21 / Ends: 31May21


10 / 10 completed


1. John Muir ✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB - In the Country We Love ✔ – 06Feb21


2. John Muir Trail ✱ Read a book set in California - The Girls ✔ – 07Feb21


3. Travel Preparations ✱ Read a book where something is organized - a charity raffle in An Irish Country Christmas ✔ – 05Feb21


4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP) ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES - L P - Louise Penny / The Brutal Telling ✔ – 24Feb21


5. Yosemite National Park ✱ Read a book you hope you will like - Loved it, 5***** - The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian ✔ – 21Feb21


6. Ansel Adams Wilderness ✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years - Published in U.K. as The Lollipop Shoes / The Girl with No Shadow ✔ – 07June21


7. John Muir Wilderness ✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages - 329 pg - All Over but the Shoutin' ✔ - 14Feb21


8. Kings Canyon National Park ✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK - L C A - Lost Children Archive ✔ – 15Feb21


9. Sequoia National Park ✱ Read a book with an elderly character - Her grandfather in My Invented Country ✔ – 06Mar21

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney ✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY - M O - Maggie O'Farrell / The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox ✔ – 22Mar21

Have fun BC!!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

❎1. John Muir
✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important AND
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB Black Rock Manor: A Holly Fleet Cosy Mystery (1)Shaun Baines2/7/21


❎2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer Dangling by a ThreadLea Wait 2/21/21

❎3. Travel Preparations
Read a book with a camping scene in the text (post cover or share text) DisillusionedChristy Barrittp. 233. The campground, he realized. They were sleeping under the stars here. 2/23/21

❎4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series DubiosityChristy Barritt 2/9/21

❎5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Someone Like YouKaren Kingsbury 3/17/21

❎6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) The Crooked WreathSuddenly at His Residence Christianna Brand 4/1/21

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake Pouncing on MurderLaurie Cass 5/12/21


❎8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) ORMary Anne Ashe, anabelle Jones, Mary Roland, Green for DangerChristianna Brand 3/2/21


❎9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC) Lady Hart Heads You LoseChristianna Brand2/17/21

❎10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR Juniper Falls: A Holly Fleet Mystery Shaun Baines 2/26/21

Happy Trekking Chris!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB - Sebring Kristen Ashley - 2/7

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL. - Filthy Rich Raine Miller - 2/27

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists (briefly share how the book fulfills the task ) OR
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series - One Time Only Lauren Blakely - 2/17

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out) - Really liked it - Instacrush Kate Meader - 2/5

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) - Mister Weston Turbulence Whitney G. - 2/21

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages) - 390 pgs - When He Was Wicked Julia Quinn - 2/10

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) - In from the Cold Nora Roberts & J. D. Robb - 2/28

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) - Marie Force - 2/13

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY. - Meredith Wild - 2/11

Glad you are joining us Karen!

Finished

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021
10/10
Opting for out of order

🌲1. John Muir
✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important OR
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Ink and Shadows Ellery Adams 2/4/21
✱ Read a book written by John Muir or any author with his first or last name (his author page and books can be found HERE

🌲2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California OR
✱ Read a book set in summer
The Garden Plot Thickens Linnea West 2/2/21
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL.

🌲3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a camping scene on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text) OR
✱ Read a book where something is organized or where the MC usually makes to-do lists (briefly share how the book fulfills the task )
The friends organized a new club to take fresh produce to shut-ins on Sundays Who Murdered Mr. Malone? Hope Callaghan 2/5/21
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).

🌲4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Death in Room 7 K.J. Emrick 2/1/21 Pine Lake Inn series
✱ Read a book with a waterfall on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.

🌲5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
MITP-Murder Is the Pits J.A. Whiting and Amanda Diamond 2/4/21

🌲6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text)
“…you’re a photographer too?” asked Owen.” p 47 Murder Paints a Picture Thea Cambert 2/6/21
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

🌲7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake OR
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
304 pages-Have Yourself a Beary Little Murder Meg Macy 2/8/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS (three word minimum).

🌲8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
Darcy had to make sure she was well hidden when she sleuthed to avoid getting caught or killed-Death Comes to Town K.J. Emrick 2/3/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

🌲9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC)
Miss Tilley-Irish Parade Murder Leslie Meier 2/6/21
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).

🌲10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way) OR
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Nell McCarthy-The Legacy J.A. Whiting and Nell McCarthy 2/19/21

Another quick finish! Well done Tari :)

Jan wrote: "Another quick finish! Well done Tari :)"

Thanks, Jan!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - 2/25/2021
10/10 - complete!

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
The Bookshop on the Shore by Jenny Colgan 2/3/2021

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer
Emma: A Modern Retelling by Alexander McCall Smith 2/1/2021

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book where something is organized - A political campaign is organized
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston 2/15/2021

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness 2/2/2021

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum). [POTS]
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler 2/6/2021

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles)
An American Princess: The Many Lives of Allene Tew by Annejet van der Zijl 2/24/2021 - Also published as De Amerikaanse prinses

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages) [368]
The Fairies of Sadieville by Alex Bledsoe 2/1/2021

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is) [An avalanche]
The Mountain Between Us: A Novel by Cindy Myers 2/4/2021


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character Grandma Mazur
Fortune and Glory by Janet Evanovich 2/18/2021

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah 2/13/2021

Way to go Kim!!

FINISHED
Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - March 8, 2021
Out of order

10/10

1. John Muir
✱ whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB.
Come Homicide or High Water Denise Swanson 2/12/21

2. John Muir Trail
✱ set in summer
Knocked Up Again! Lilian Monroe 2/13/21

3. Travel Preparations
✱ where the MC usually makes to-do lists.
Thick as Thieves Sandra Brown 2/10/21

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series AND
✱ whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.
Like a Winter Snow Lindsay Harrel 2/11/21 (Port Willis #1)

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
The Last Sister Kendra Elliot 2/23/21

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS
No Man's Land David Baldacci 3/8/21

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS
Write Me Home Crystal Walton 2/2/21

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
Postpartum Depression, Clinical Depression and a debilitating car accident Coming Home for Christmas RaeAnne Thayne 2/14/21

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ with a tree on the cover
The Winter Lodge J.L. Jarvis 2/3/21

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ with a mountain on the cover.
Enjoy the View Sarah Morgenthaler 3/4/21

Well don JoAnne!

Completed!!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021
10/10

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB: Lowcountry Bordello | Susan M. Boyer 2/18/21****


2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California. Midnight | Dean Koontz 3/11/21****


3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text ("near the inside curve of the next bend of the river, stood three wolves"). Across a Thousand Miles | Nadia Nichols 2/13/21***


4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series: 600 Hours of Edward | Craig Lancaster 2/9/21****


5. Yosemite National Park
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum): The Phantom of Oz | Cindy Brown 2/4/21***


6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum). An Expert in Murder | Nicola Upson 2/17/21**


7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (152). Murder at Macbeth | Susan Harper 2/9/21**


8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum). I Let You Go | Clare Mackintosh 2/25/21**


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover). ​Sinful Folk | Ned Hayes 3/12/21*


10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover). Ice Land | Betsy Tobin 2/25/21**

Done!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

in order

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Blackwork by Monica Ferris 2 February; 4☆


2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
The Lemon Sisters by Jill Shalvis 5 February; 5☆


3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
"During the winter, the bears were hibernating, so they didn't pose a threat to man or dog, but there were still wolves and cougars to deal with" (27% kindle)- Finding Shelter by Kathi Daley 7 February; 4 1/2☆


4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in HAPPY ISLES.
Christmas Up in Flames by Lisa Harris 9 February; 4 1/2☆


5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Trailing a Killer by Carol J. Post 10 February; 4☆


6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text)
Always Look Twice by Elizabeth Goddard 5 March; 5☆


7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
162 pages- The Killer Outdoors by Jodi Linton 6 March; 3 1/2☆


8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are)
A Night's Tail by Sofie Kelly (=Sofie Ryan and Darlene Ryan) 14 March; 5☆


9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover)
The Inn at Hidden Run by Olivia Newport 18 March; 4 1/2☆


10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Deadly River Pursuit by Heather Woodhaven 21 March; 4☆

Way to go Patrizia! You even took the extra step of doing it in order. Impressive :)

Thank you!

COMPLETED!

10 / 10

✅🌲1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Roar - Cecelia Ahern - 29/03

✅🌲2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer
The Summer Book - Tove Jansson - 26/03

✅🌲3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly - Sun-mi Hwang - 18/02
- Weasel "The one-eyed weasel was larger and faster than the other weasels."

✅🌲4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Illuminae - Amie Kaufman - 08/02

✅🌲5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (tell us how it turned out)
Call Me By Your Name - André Aciman - 09/04
- I'm someone who usually gives books tagged as romance a miss, but I needed to read one for a challenge. Several people recommended I try this book. TBH I wasn't a huge fan.

✅🌲6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles)
The Stranger - Albert Camus - 22/03
- Also published as L'Étranger and The Outsider

✅🌲7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
The Invisible Life of Euridice Gusmao - Martha Batalha -11/02
-240 pages

✅🌲8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the MC has to overcome an obstacle (be creative and tell us what the obstacle is)
This is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor - Adam Kay - 16/02
- Many medical problems and obstacles

✅🌲9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC)
Sleeping Murder - Agatha Christie - 26/02

✅🌲10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
All Systems Red - Martha Wells - 09/03

Great challenge work Clare!!

~~~ Completed ~~~

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021

10 of 10 Complete

🏕 1. John Muir
John Muir was born in Scotland in 1838 and emigrated with his family to the United States when he was still a child. They moved to San Francisco in 1868. A trip to Yosemite inspired him to become a fervent protector of nature, so much so that he was considered one of the first environmentalists in history. He thus contributed to the establishment of various national parks and in 1892 founded the Sierra Club, which today is one of the most important US environmental associations. He died in Los Angeles in 1914. He has written several books in which he demonstrates his love for nature, books that are still read all over the world.
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Something About You - Julie James - 4/4/21

🏕 2. John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail is 340 km (211 miles) long and runs throughout California, crossing five protected areas. It takes about three weeks to travel the entire route, usually from north to south. For more than two thirds of the way the John Muir Trail coincides with the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from the border of Mexico to Canada and is one of three major US long-distance hiking trails. It is best to follow the John Muir trail in the period between July and September, given the altitudes reached.
✱ Read a book set in California
Find Me - Anne Frasier - 2/4/21

🏕 3. Travel Preparations
Tackling this trail requires a certain organization: you must request permits months before departure and send food to various points along the way as it is impossible to carry all the necessary food along with you. In addition, you need the necessary equipment to camp (tent and sleeping bag) for three weeks. Speaking of food, you will need to have special containers to store it to prevent bears (and other animals, such as pumas) from deciding to feast at your expense, which could also be dangerous for you.
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
Winter Study - Nevada Barr - 4/3/21


🏕 4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
Happy Isles is a group of small isles in the Merced River in the easternmost part of Yosemite Valley. From here both the John Muir Trail and the Mist Trail begin: the latter leads to two of the park's most famous waterfalls, Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. Before embarking on the John Muir Trail, many hikers try their hand at the ascent of Half Dome (a permit is required). During your journey you will find several signed paths that take you to other places of naturalistic interest; it might be a good idea to extend your trip to cover the ones that interest you most. Surely, before leaving, you should take a quick tour of Yosemite NP, taking advantage of the shuttle bus. Not to be missed are the sights of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan and Glacier Point. Protected since 1864, it became a national park in 1890, 18 years after Yellowstone.
✱ Read the first book in a series
The Scent of Murder - Kylie Logan - 2/7/21 - #1 Jazz Ramsey

🏕 5. Yosemite National Park
The first four days of hiking (or more if you decide to take any of the side trails) you will stay inside Yosemite National Park, moving soon to the wilder and less frequented area by tourists. The hike will take you to the Nevada Falls and then heads to Toulumne Meadows, where you will find a visitor center, a store and, if desired, a lodge to stay overnight. Here you can also participate in some of the activities offered by the rangers. From there, you will travel through Lyell Canyon, a really beautiful and pleasant valley to walk through. The ascent to the Donohue Pass, at the beginning of the fifth day of travel, is not to be underestimated. The pass marks the border with the Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book set in a US National Park (tell us where)
Free Fire - C.J. Box - 2/16/21 - set in Yellowstone National Park

🏕 6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
Created in 1964 under the name of Minarets Wilderness, this area was renamed in 1984, after the death of Ansel Adams, an environmentalist made famous by his black and white photographs of American parks. Once you have passed the Donohue Pass, the trail will take you to an area full of lakes, one more beautiful than the other. After a couple of days you will arrive at Devil's Postpile National Monument, a dark cliff of columnar basalt protected since 1911. Given the facilities and places that can be visited in the area, you can think of spending a relaxing day here.
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).
Sleep Well, My Lady - Kwei Quartey - 4/11/21 - SWML

🏕 7. John Muir Wilderness
The seventh day of walking will take you to the John Muir Wilderness, protected since 1964, where you will spend another 4-5 days in a landscape full of lakes; in particular you can spend a whole day exploring the nearby Edison Lake. Take advantage of this day of rest, as you will have to overcome two passes during your stay in the John Muir Wilderness. Also keep in mind that after the last stop in this wilderness area you will have to face about ten days in which you will not find any facilities along the way.
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes - Carolyn Keene - 2/13/21 - orig pub 1964

🏕 8. Kings Canyon National Park
If all went according to plan, on your 11th day of hiking, you will enter Kings Canyon National Park. Founded in 1890 with the name of General Grant NP, in 1940 it was later enlarged and renamed for the wide valley of glacial origin. After the first day and a half of an easy walk, you will tackle the trail's most famous pass, also named Muir. Keep in mind that from here to the end of the trip, days of “rest” along various watercourses will alternate with others in which you will face different passes to climb.
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are)
Murder, Handcrafted - Isabella Alan - 2/18/21 - also writes as Amanda Flower

🏕 9. Sequoia National Park
On the 18th day, the Forester Pass will take you to the contiguous Sequoia National Park. Created in 1890, it owes its name to the giant trees that also cover the nearby Kings Canyon NP. The two parks are administered as if they were a unit and in 1976 UNESCO included them among the biosphere reserves. Redwoods grow to an height of 95 m (311 ft) and it seems that they can live up to 2,200 years!
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
The Lieutenant's Nurse - Sara Ackerman - 2/10/21 - TLN

🏕 10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
The trail ends on the summit of Mt. Whitney; the mountain's west slope is in Sequoia National Park whereas the east slope is in the Inyo National Forest. At 4,421 meters of altitude (14,505 feet) it is the tallest mountain in the continental United States. Of course, you won't be able to stay overnight on top of the mountain; you will have to descend to a trail camp, and the next day (the 21st of hiking) descend to Whitney Portal, the way out of the park.
✱ Read a book in the top 10 of your TBR (sorted any way)
The Saffron Gate - Linda Holeman - 4/8/21 - #2 Sorted by Date Added

Way to go Lynda!!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021
Out of order

10/10 DONE

1. John Muir
✱ whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB Shadows in Death J.D. Robb 4/17
2. John Muir Trail
✱ whose author’s first and last initials are found in JOHN MUIR TRAIL Dead Even Annelise Ryan 4/15
3. Travel Preparations
✱ with a camping scene on the cover or in the text "From where I camped I could fish" loc 3515 Survival Instinct Fiona Quinn 4/13
4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ with a waterfall on the cover Sara Driscoll 3/3

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ set in a US National Park --Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park Presumed Deadly Cindi Myers 4/20
6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS
Restaurant Weeks Are Murder Libby Klein 3/4
7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS Rules of Redemption T.A. White 3/13
8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ written by an author who has more than one pen name Jayne Castle Jayne Ann Krentz The Other Lady Vanishes Amanda Quick 4/21
9. Sequoia National Park
✱ with an elderly character = four septuagenarians The Thursday Murder Club Richard Osman 2/2
10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney ✱ mountain on cover Lise McClendon 2/1

Great job Jonquil! Just in time for our new Iconic Trail Challenge.

finished

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

❎1. John Muir
✱ Read a book where nature conservation is important AND
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB Black Rock Manor: A Holly Fleet Cosy Mystery (1)Shaun Baines2/7/21


❎2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in summer Dangling by a ThreadLea Wait 2/21/21

❎3. Travel Preparations
Read a book with a camping scene in the text (post cover or share text) DisillusionedChristy Barrittp. 233. The campground, he realized. They were sleeping under the stars here. 2/23/21

❎4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series DubiosityChristy Barritt 2/9/21

❎5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Someone Like YouKaren Kingsbury 3/17/21

❎6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book published with at least two different titles over the years (share titles) The Crooked WreathSuddenly at His Residence Christianna Brand 4/1/21

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book set on the shores of a lake Pouncing on MurderLaurie Cass 5/12/21


❎8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (tell us what they are) ORMary Anne Ashe, anabelle Jones, Mary Roland, Green for DangerChristianna Brand 3/2/21


❎9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with an elderly character (does not have to be the MC) Lady Hart Heads You LoseChristianna Brand2/17/21

❎10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover (post cover) OR Juniper Falls: A Holly Fleet Mystery Shaun Baines 2/26/21

Way to go Chris!

Finished!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
February 1 - May 31, 2021

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Sweet Magic, Connie Shelton02/22

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
Death by Chocolate, G.A. McKevett 05/03

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book where the MC usually makes to-do lists (mc has a deluxe appointment book/planner for her schedules and to-do lists)
The Bookish Life of Nina Hill, Abbi Waxman 03/23

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series
Aunt Dimity's Death, Nancy Atherton02/10

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book you hope you will like (I really enjoyed this one)
Secrets in a Bottle, Shelly West 04/18

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness.
✱ Read a book with a photographer on the cover or in the text ("...as we discover that Colin is, first and foremost, a photographer...")
A Zany Slice of Italy, Ivanka Di Felice02/24

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JOHN MUIR WILDERNESS
Right of Redemption, Jenna Bennett 04/08

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book written by an author who has more than one pen name (Jayne Ann Krentz/Jayne Castle/Amanda Quick)
All the Colors of the Night, Jayne Ann Krentz 03/08

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover
With a Vengeance, Annette Dashofy 04/17

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book with a mountain on the cover
Cabs, Cakes & Corpses, Becca Bloom 05/20

Fantastic job Meg!

Iconic Trail: John Muir Trail
02/01/2021 - 05/31/2021

1. John Muir
✱ Read a book whose title begins with a letter present in SIERRA CLUB
Maria Hummel 02/02/2021

2. John Muir Trail
✱ Read a book set in California
Jonathan Kellerman 02/16/2021

3. Travel Preparations
✱ Read a book with a wild animal on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text).
Isak Dinesen 04/09/2021

4. Departure: Happy Isles (Yosemite NP)
✱ Read the first book in a series.
Cornelia Funke 02/03/2021 series book #1

5. Yosemite National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Steve Berry 03/16/2021

6. Ansel Adams Wilderness
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANSEL ADAMS WILDERNESS (three word minimum).
Samantha Downing 05/27/2021

7. John Muir Wilderness
✱ Read a book with 1, 9, 6 or 4 in the number of pages (tell us how many pages)
Balli Kaur Jaswal 02/04/2021 304 pages

8. Kings Canyon National Park
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KING CANYON NATIONAL PARK (three word minimum).
Evan Bollinger 04/16/2021

9. Sequoia National Park
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover)
Emma Lord 03/11/2021

10. Arrival: Mt. Whitney
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initials are found in MOUNT WHITNEY.
Erik Hedegaard 05/24/2021