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E**N
a little bipolar but good
As usual, Michael Kelsey delivers a ton of current information plus historical research. No one else seems to have half the energy of this man and I am grateful.I just wish he would decide if he wants to write a technical guide or a hiking guide. I notice he has now divided his Colorado Plateau guides into separate technical and non-technical editions. Would be great if this could be done for the Henry Mountain area too since there sure is enough out there for both.The slot canyon photos are fun to look at and a great reminder why I gave up all the ropes and hardware and stunts. Really worth its weight in gold for those of us who just like to go out and mosey around in a beautiful, remote area.
A**R
This book was a gift for my 96 year old father, who loves history. The print was smaller than we expected.
Wish the text was larger. Pretty small for pretty much any age. Other than this, Daddy loves the book.
L**E
Wow
A LOT of information: trails, history, geology, maps, photos, road conditions...Yes the print is small but the content is amazing. The printing and paper quality is very good at a very reasonable price. I have driven past this area many times and it is great to learn what is there.
S**N
Lots of info.
Another Kelsey book. There is so much information in this book, it will take a life time to go through it all. The print is very small and sometimes hard to read. Kelsey makes up his own spelling of words, which can sometimes be hard to read. Also have to be careful when doing his hikes, since he is an experienced hiker/climber. Easy to get over your head, so use some common since when using his info.
R**N
Mountains and Desert
The only guide I have seen of this area. Most of these locations are remote so don’t expect many easy hikes. Some good history. I like Hanksville so I found this book very informative.
D**R
A disgusting author promoting his disgusting political views via this literary work.
What is an incredible insight into the intricate details of this region's history, whether it be mining, drilling, ranching, outlaw life, the pre and post Lake Powell eras, and the hiking and exploration opportunities, the reader must overlook numerous unprofessional things in this book. While this book exclusively covers an area of the South Western United States, all measurements are written in the metric system. Published in America, covering American history, I feel the author is attempting to be someone or something he is not, that is, a scientific scholar. The editing has much to be desired with many misspellings, punctuation, and word usage. But the greatest flawed things recorded on these pages are the politics and attitudes expressed. For example, on page 249, the author has a picture of Mt. Ellen's South Ridge. While there are obvious road cuts across the mountain side leading to various historical mining operations, he feels compelled to include that 'in recent years, ATV abuse' has scarred this mountain. 'Too bad we can't take better care of places like this.' For those of us who are ATV riders, or the reader with an ounce of common sense, it is obvious that an ATV cannot possibly abuse or damage a steep mountain side such as the one pictured. The only place to operate an ATV is on the established roads. I resent the author's attempt to discredit a recreational user simply because the activity does not suit his political views, and trust me, this is a political view. Then in the final two paragraphs of the book, the author takes a few more jabs at 'Utah's Republican delegation who represent the state in Washington & Congress.' Again, he politicizes the numerous Wilderness Study Areas in the Henry Mountains and the Roost Region, accusing the Republicans for failing to allow a vote to move these study areas into Wilderness Areas. And for what purpose? Simply for the purpose of taking more of our public lands out of public use and the opportunities they afford. We Americans have lost millions upon millions of acres of public lands, now set aside for the exclusive use and destruction, by our feel-good Tree Huggers. And believe me, I have seen what Wilderness users can do to a once pristine and picturesque area. Their foot print is immeasurable. Lastly, the author wets himself over reporting that Governor Huntsman (2008) 'told/ordered the Department of Natural Resources to increase enforcement of ATV/ORV use on State lands. Thanks Gov, it's about time!' How pathetic and what a poor excuse of an author.
K**R
... interesting info but his maps are not always the best or accurate
Kelsey has a lot of interesting info but his maps are not always the best or accurate. I don't know why he didn't use USGS quad maps - they were certainly available at the time of the printing.
M**W
Must by if you're going to Henry Mountains
Easily one of the best books on the area. This a very tough place to get info on and Mike Kelsey does a great job as usual.
