<DIV><I>The Creaky Knees Guide Northern California</I> is a day-hiking guidebook filled with kinder, gentler trails. Written in a style that will appeal to aging boomers and anyone who ? regardless of age ? can't or don't want to walk as far as they once could or would like to, the book covers 80 of the best easy-to-walk hikes throughout the region.<br><BR>Trails are divided into regions. There's also a section on urban hikes and walks.<br><BR>For each trail, information is given on the following:<BR><BR>Elevation gains, including a topographical map<br>Clear, up-to-date driving directions<BR>Mileage and estimated hiking time, trail conditions, effort level, best season, map references, exploring options, access, permits required, and where to find more information<BR>Further directions to offshoot hikes, if you reach the end of the hike, but want to extend your workout<BR><BR>In addition, a chart at the front of the book compiles the hikes per effort level required, overall hike rating, and best season(s) to hit the trail.<BR><BR>Written in a personal but informative tone by outdoors expert Ann Marie Brown, the <I>Creaky Knees Guide</I> is a perfect resource anyone can use to explore the beauty of Northern California, without breaking too much of a sweat.<BR></DIV>