From barnacle to Banff : a story of the rising of the Rockies from the depth of the ocean to the height of a world famous resort : a tourist's guide to where to go, and what to do in Banff, playground of the Rockies
Pertains to the people, stories and historical events that have shaped Banff National Park into becoming the mega tourist attraction it is today. The book features influential figures who have made an impact on the becoming of Banff, as well as many tourist attractions the author encourages people to visit.
Contents
Out of the depths (pg. 1)
Coming of the Indians (pg. 3)
Explorers and Missionaries (pg. 5)
Siding 29 (pg. 10)
The beginning of the tourist trade (pg. 13)
Sulphur springs (pg. 16)
Stories of Banff (pg. 27)
H.M. King George VI's gift (pg. 39)
The emancipation of the motor car in the park (pg. 43)
Pertains to the names, distances, locations and average hiking times for trails in and around Banff National Park. Additionally, the pamphlet contains information pertaining to parking, potential wildlife encounters and what visitors can expect from each trail. The trails include, but are not limited to the following; Tunnel Mountain Summit, Lake Minnewanka, Sundance Canyon, Cory Pass, Bourgeau Lake, Shadow Lake and Parker Ridge
Pertains to the guidelines and the brief histories of various peaks within Canada’s Mountain National Parks. The pamphlet features a guidelines section which focuses on concerns such as wildlife, fire safety, fishing and camping. Additionally, the pamphlet contains a brief history and other pertinent information for the following parks: Mount Revelstoke National Park, Glacier National Park, Yoho National Park, Kootenay National Park, Jasper National Park, Banff National Park and Waterton Lakes National Park.
Pertains to the people and experiences which had influenced the author, Pat Brewster, a lifelong Banff resident, during the course of his life. Brewster refers to men such as Bill Peyto and Sir George Simpson and the ways in which their work had influenced his life, through both direct and indirect contact. Additionally, the author shares personal stories about his experience skiing and the development of Sunshine Ski area.
Pertains to information regarding the geology, climate, landforms and glaciological research concerning Peyto Glacier. Additionally, the pamphlet includes a large map showing the glaciological divisions surrounding Peyto Glacier.
Notes
The pamphlet includes a large map pertaining to the glaciological divisions surrounding Peyto Glacier
Pertains to the changing forms of transportation between Calgary and Banff. The pamphlet discusses the origins and installment of the CPR, as well as the development of the highway between Banff and Calgary. The guide talks about the ways in which transportation has changed, in addition to the influential people such as Matthew Cochrane, who have facilitated said changes.
Pertains to the history, and early events that led to the creation of Jasper National Park. The author, Frank Anderson, encourages readers to delve into the history surrounding the unmarked territory in Jasper. Through discussion of the Fur Trade era, the Railroad era and the Peaceful era, the author demonstrates the ways in which Jasper has since evolved from its earlier beginnings.
Pertains to the geological effects that have been essential in the natural process of creating both Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Through a deeper analysis of topics such as landscape creation, glaciation patterns and debris slopes, the reader is afforded an opportunity to better understand the mountains, and the reasons as to why they exist as they do. The book offers a greater understanding of mountain landscapes and the forces needed to facilitate their existence.
Contents
Introduction (pg. 5)
Discovery (pg. 5)
Early Investigations (pg. 6)
Mapping the rocks (pg. 7)
Mountain building (pg. 12)
Creation of the landscape (pg. 17)
Early glaciations (pg. 18)
Lake Agnes (pg. 21)
Lake Louise (pg. 25)
Victoria Glacier (pg. 27)
Wenkchemna Glacier (pg. 39)
Why are lakes coloured? (pg. 44)
Debris slopes (pg. 45)
Snow Avalanches (pg. 50)
Neptuak Landslide (pg. 52)
Moraine Lake Landslide (pg. 57)
Acknowledgements (pg. 60)
Selected references (pg. 61)
Map - trails and geomorphic features (pg. 62 and 63)
Pertains to the story of James Shand Harvey, an early settler who pioneered in what is now Jasper National Park. Author James G. MacGregor, has successfully captured the story of Harvey and the opening of the Canadian West. He discusses the trials and tribulations early pioneers experienced in the areas we so often take for granted. MacGregor has captured an authentic understanding of pioneer life and the ways in which James Shand Harvey successfully opened the Canadian West.