There s gold in California s Sierra foothills, and it runs red, pink, and white wine! For wine aficionados, history lovers, and curious travelers, this book is an entertaining companion to one of California s most intriguing wine areas. Although less well known than the Napa and Sonoma wine regions, the roots of wine growing here in these higher elevations run deep-as far back as the 1850s, when the first vineyards were planted to satisfy the thirst of the 49ers.

Whether you re a wine connoisseur or are just starting out, the Wine-Oh! Guide is the best resource for wineries big and small and everything in between. It describes more than 100 wineries in helpful detail, and includes side trips to notable attractions in the area, including historic Gold Rush towns and Mother Lode sites....

If you love travel and history, then this second-in-a-series guide is a great travel companion. It takes you to mansions built by many of Oregon and Washington s pioneer entrepreneurs who created new industries and new cities. It includes the best museums, featuring Native American culture and pioneer farmers - small town museums, big city museums, and museums just for kids - plenty for everyone.
The title's More includes monuments like Vista House at Crown Point perched high above Columbia Gorge and a tour through Bonneville Dam, with suggested journeys to flower farms, wineries, and unique city tours.

Each of the eight sections covers a separate geographic region, with over 130 destinations throughout. Every entry details the highlights of a particular place and includes operating hours, entrance fees, location, and contact details....