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Haggerty's Hikes in a Bottle |
 Local
author and Grand Junction Daily Sentinel outdoor columnist Bill Haggerty has
finally published a collection of his famous – or infamous – hiking columns
in a clever, useful format. What's more, all proceeds will support the
non-profit Western Colorado Botanical Gardens.
Published jointly by H3J Publications, Pyramid Printing, and Gene Taylor's
Sporting Goods, “Haggerty's Hikes” features 52 hiking columns – a hike a
week for a year – from Colorado's Continental Divide west to the slot
canyons of southeastern Utah.
Each hike is listed on a separate sheet of tough, semi-waterproof paper and
gathered on a small carabiner clip. The collection is rolled up inside a
high-quality water bottle.
“Once this Genie pops out of the bottle,” Haggerty said, “you'll never want
to put it back. Simply flip through and pick a destination, fill the water
bottle, and take a hike! Don't tote the whole book,” he suggested. “Leave it
at home, hanging on the carabiner from the refrigerator or prominently
displayed in the bookshelf with your other favorite hiking books.”
The full-color collection is cross-referenced for seasonal use,
distance
from Grand Junction, length of hike and degree of difficulty. Each hike
features a locater map drawn by award-winning Daily Sentinel graphic artist
Robert Garcia, and a photograph of what you'll find once you begin
exploring.
Some hikes follow the Colorado Riverfront Trail, which is handicap
accessible and a picturesque, yet easy stroll for everyone. Other selections
feature strenuous climbs through the rugged Colorado Rockies or the
twisting, winding canyons of southeast Utah.
No matter which direction you travel from Grand Junction, there's a hike for
everyone. Best of all, proceeds from your $19.95 donation will fund a new
Executive Director's position at the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens.
“I love the Botanical Gardens,” Haggerty said, “and I wanted to do something
to help the gardens really grow. I hope this helps.”
Order your copies by calling the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens at
970-245-9030, or by visiting the Gift Shop between 10 a.m. And 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday, or by sending an e-mail to:
wcbotanic@gvii.net . They'll also be
available at Gene Taylors Sporting Goods, 445 W. Gunnison, 13 Photography,
354 Main Street, Grand Junction, and Gift Baskets Galore in the Cottonwood
Plaza, 2493 Hwy 6 & 50. |
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Haggerty's Hikes 