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National Geographic Society Unveils Newest Geotourism MapGuide Showcasing Pacific Northwest’s Central Cascades
Map of Central Cascades from National Geographic
The National Geographic Society today unveiled its latest Geotourism MapGuide, which highlights the sustainable places and attractions in the Central Cascades region of the Pacific Northwest. Based on recommendations of local residents and business owners, the MapGuide showcases authentic and sustainable ways to experience the dynamic landscape, pioneering culture and recreational treasures of the Central Cascades areas of Washington and Oregon.
The Central Cascades MapGuide will be available in the West Coast edition of the May/June issue of National Geographic Traveler magazine, as well as through a new Web site, www.TheCentralCascades.com.
“We are thrilled that Oregon and Washington have seen this challenging, multi-year project through to its successful completion,” remarked John Francis, National Geographic’s vice president for Research, Conservation and Exploration. “In defining this region by what its residents most treasure, you have made great strides toward ensuring its geographical character for future generations.”
The MapGuide features more than 200 geotourism sites selected by the National Geographic Society and regional committees, based on more than 1,200 nominations from local residents. Points of interest include cultural, recreational, agricultural, natural and geological attractions and activities that promote sustainable travel throughout the Central Cascades. The MapGuide also features full-color photography from Northwest photographers and famed National Geographic cartography. Read the rest of this entry »
