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The
Best in Tent Camping:
New Mexico By
Monte R. Parr
New
Mexico is a diverse land of contrasts; of canyons,
deserts, mesas, high mountains, rivers, lakes and
glorious sunsets. With five national forests and 34
state parks, there is no shortage of beautiful
campgrounds. With so many campgrounds across the Land of
Enchantment, planning a camping trip can be a
frustrating endeavor. In THE BEST IN TENT CAMPING:
NEW MEXICO seasoned camper Monte R. Parr traveled
throughout the state and selected 50 of the best sites
suited to tent camping that will appeal to the
first-timer as well as the car-camping veteran. “I am
convinced that tent camping is the purest and most
rewarding method of experiencing nature,” he says in the
books’ preface. “On a brightly moonlit night, I love the
shadows of tree branches dancing on the roof of the
tent. I love to watch the campfire flames and glowing
embers.”
THE
BEST IN TENT CAMPING: NEW MEXICO includes all the
information campers need to find the perfect camp site,
including:
Driving directions and GPS coordinates for all
50 campground entrances to take the guesswork
out of the trip.
Ratings for beauty, privacy, noise, security,
spaciousness, and cleanliness for all 50
featured campgrounds.
A camping-equipment checklist ensuring campers
don’t leave home without any important gear.
Plus, the author offers a range of suggestions
for outdoor recreation and nearby attractions,
and useful sidebars with information on
facilities, parking, pets, and fees.
From
geological wonders such as Tent Rocks, Valley of Fires,
and Carlsbad Caverns to Native American tribal lands to
crumbling ghost towns, The Best in Tent Camping: New
Mexico guides campers to the best spots to experience
the rich bounty of nature and history that the state
offers.
Monte Parr was a featured guest on Champagne Sundays
Radio Show co-hosted by Blend Magazine Editors Nancy J.
Reid and Lisa D. Smith. The show aired live on Sept. 14,
2008.
To listen to the entire,
unedited show, please
click here. To listen to Monte's interview, please
double click on the Play button below.
About
the Author -
Monte R. Parr’s outdoor interests were
inspired as a child by his grandparents love
for the wildlands, and numerous treks into
the San Bernardino National Forests of
Southern California near his boyhood home.
Since moving to New Mexico in 1988, Parr has
logged over 800 nights under the stars.
Monte’s writing projects include his first
book, Adventures in Camping and a large
compilation of cowboy and western poetry and
song lyrics. He has developed “Monte’s Old
West Chuckwagon Spice”, and has created many
unique recipes for camping. Parr is an
accomplished photographer, with interests
including astronomy, motorcycling, hiking,
fishing, old west and military aircraft
history. Parr lives in Albuquerque, New
Mexico with his wife Susan (also an
accomplished author) and his dogs Sheppie,
Steffie and Rascal who accompany him on his
frequent journeys.
THE BEST IN TENT CAMPING: NEW MEXICO may be
purchased at bookstores, outdoor specialty
shops, on the Web at
www.menasharidge.com or by calling
888-60-HIKES.
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