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Treeless wonders"" of the Southern Appalachians, grassy balds have long baffled scientists and enchanted outdoor enthusiasts. They exist as open spaces, often grassy meadows, found on or near the summits of mountains that are technically below the tree line. This book tells the story of these unique ecosystems and offers enthusiasts a guide to nineteen representative hiking trails.

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Treeless wonders"" of the Southern Appalachians, grassy balds have long baffled scientists and enchanted outdoor enthusiasts. They exist as open spaces, often grassy meadows, found on or near the summits of mountains that are technically below the tree line. This book tells the story of these unique ecosystems and offers enthusiasts a guide to nineteen representative hiking trails.
Autorenporträt
Amy Duernberger, a longtime lover of the outdoors, has been hiking and researching the Appalachian mountains for more than twenty years, also serving as a volunteer in balds conservation efforts. She has worked for the National Park Service on the Blue Ridge Parkway and now lives in Hendersonville, North Carolina. She holds a master's degree in library and information science from the University of South Carolina.