Tahoma and Its People

A Natural History of Mount Rainier National Park

Jeff Antonelis-Lapp

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Washington State University Press
17 February 2020

Mountains; The natural world, country life & pets; Travel & holiday

A magnificent active volcano, Mount Rainier ascends to 14,410 feet above sea level--the highest in Washington State. The source of five major rivers, it has more glaciers than any other peak in the contiguous U.S. Its slopes are home to ancient forests, spectacular subalpine meadows, and unique, captivating creatures.

In Tahoma and Its People, a passionate, informed, hands-on science educator presents a natural and environmental history of Mount Rainier National Park and the surrounding region. Jeff Antonelis-Lapp explores geologic processes that create and alter landscapes, interrelationships within and between plant and animal communities, weather and climate influences on ecosystems, and what linked the iconic mountain with the people who traveled to it for millennia. He intersperses his own direct observation and study of organisms, as well as personal interactions with rangers, archaeologists, a master Native American weaver, and others. He covers a plethora of topics: geology, archaeology, indigenous villages and use of resources, climate and glacier studies, alpine and forest ecology, rivers, watershed dynamics, keystone species, threatened wildlife, geological hazards, and current resource management. Numerous color illustrations, maps, and figures supplement the text.

2020 Banff Mountain Book Competition Finalist, Mountain Environment and Natural History category.

By: Jeff Antonelis-Lapp
Imprint: Washington State University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9780874223736
ISBN 10: 0874223733
Pages: 276
Publication Date: 17 February 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction1. Mount Rainier: Geologic History and Processes 2. The People: Footprints of Days Past 3. The Nisqually River, From Glacier to Sound 4. Historic Longmire and Surrounding Area 5. The Puyallup River: Watershed under Pressure 6. The Carbon River Area: Land of Moisture 7. The Sunrise Area: The High and Dry East Side Conclusion: Messengers for the Future Acknowledgments Appendix A: Explore Mount Rainier Appendix B: Steward Mount Rainier Appendix C: Significant Geologic Events at Mount Rainier Notes Bibliography Index About the Author

Jeff Antonelis-Lapp taught writing and Native American studies on western Washington Indian reservations for The Evergreen State College for 10 years before teaching environmental education, natural history, and writing on campus until 2015. Prior to that, he held several positions in adult and continuing education for the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, and was a classroom teacher. He holds an M.Ed. in science education from the University of Washington.

Reviews for Tahoma and Its People: A Natural History of Mount Rainier National Park

A masterful natural history that includes an accurate and respectful rendering of the long-standing relationship of Indian people to Mount Rainier or, as my ancestors knew it, Taqo'-bid. --Donny Stevenson, Tribal Council Vice-Chair, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe An inherently interesting, impressively informative, exceptionally well written, organized and presented work of seminal scholarship. --Midwest Book Review Antonelis-Lapp illuminates scientists' work with excellent first-hand reporting. And he brings back stories that will change the way we think about our mountain and our earth. --Tim McNulty, author of Mount Rainier National Park, and Olympic National Park: A Natural History I gained new insights and understanding from Tahoma and Its People of northwest mountains and the rivers they spawn. --National Parks Traveler The mountain has many secrets. Antonelis-Lapp parts the mists for us to better see the history, legend, and nature of Tahoma. -- Jonathan B. Jarvis, Mount Rainier National Park Superintendent 1999-2002, 18th Director of the National Park Service