Leonard M. Adkins-The Habitual Hiker

"Amidst the greens and the blues of the forest is where I belong and am at the height of my contentment with life."

Events

Tuesday, December 6, 2011, Presentation of "A Walking Guide to the Caribbean: From the Virgin Islands to Martinique," Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Road, Richmond, VA, www.library.chesterfield.gov, 804-320-2461, 7-8:30 pm.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011, Presentation of "A Walking Guide to the Caribbean: From the Virgin Islands to Martinique," Chester Public Library, 11800 Centre Street, Chester, VA, www.library.chesterfield.gov, 804-748-6314, 7-8:30 pm.

Thursday, January 5, 2012, Presentation, "Wildflowers of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains," for the Pocahontas Chapter of the Virginia Native Plant Society, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond, VA, www.pocahontaschapter-vnps.org, 804-502-6346

Monday, January 23, 2012, Presentation of "Images of America: Along Virginia's Appalachian Trail," South County Library, 6303 Merriman Road, Roanoke, VA 24018

Tuesday, March 6, at 10am for the Bon Air Library's Coffee Break Series (9103 Rattlesnake Road, Richmond, VA, www.library.chesterfield.gov, 804-320-2461), Leonard will present "Wildflowers of the Appalachian Trail: A 2,000-Mile Floral Parade"

Friday, March 16, 2012, Presentation of "Across the Roof of America: From Canada to Mexico Along the Continental Divide," for Henrico County Recreation and Park's Adventure Series, Henrico Supervisors Board Room, Henrico, VA, www.co.henrico.va.us/​rec, 804-501-5147, 7:30 pm

Tuesday, April 17, 2012, Presenter, Appalachian Trail Workshop for Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Road Scholar/​Elderhostel, Wirtz, VA, www.retreatatsmithmountainlake.com, 540-721-2766

Sunday, June 10 through Friday, June 15, 2012, Appalachian Trail Workshop for Mountain Lake Resort 4-H Road Scholar/​Elderhostel, Pembroke, VA, www.mountainlakehotel.com, 540-721-2766 Ext. 444

Tuesday, August 28, 2012, Presenter, Appalachian Trail Workshop for Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Road Scholar/​Elderhostel, Wirtz, VA, www.retreatatsmithmountainlake.com, 540-721-2766

Friday, September 14, 2012, Presentation of "Wildflowers of the Appalachian Trail," for the Virginia Native Plant Society annual meeting, Richmond, VA, www.vnps.org

Tuesday, October 16, 2012, Presenter, Appalachian Trail Workshop for Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Road Scholar/​Elderhostel, Wirtz, VA, www.retreatatsmithmountainlake.com, 540-721-2766

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Leonard's Books

WEST VIRGINIA
”We specialize in West Virginia books and books written by West Virginia authors and this is the most thorough guide for exploring the state that I have seen." Trans Allegheny Bookstore
Discover hidden secrets in addition to the well-known destinations
THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL
No longer do you have to lug dozens of guidebooks into the field with you. The Appalachian Trail: A Visitor's Companion is all you need. Winner of the Society of American Travel Writers Foundation's Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Award.
Take you to the very best the Appalachian Trail has to offer
MARYLAND
"Adkins' insightful assesments are right on the mark...the historical references and insider's tips made me want to pack my luggage immediately!" Connie Yingling Maryland Office of Tourism Development
"Leonard Adkins has written the essential guide for hiking in Maryland. From the waterfalls of western Maryland to the islands off the coast, Adkins covers the best of the Old Line State." Victoria and Frank Logue, authors of The Appalachian Trail Backpacker
VIRGINIA
"Adkins is a great hiking writer." Roanoke Times
“Good introduction to the classic hikes... everyone will benefit from the interesting natural details.”
--Outdoor Traveler
WILDFLOWERS
Wildflowers of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains:

“Adkins’ insights are as stunning and beautiful as the wildflowers themselves. Each detailed description reveals Adkins’ lifelong immersion in the Southern Appalachian landscape. It’s a precise, practical, and powerful guide for novices and experts alike.” Blue Ridge Outdoors

  Wildflowers of the Appalachian Trail: Winner of National Outdoor Book Award; ForeWord’s Book of the Year; Virginia Literary Award Nomination

THE BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
"A model of what a guide for hikers and backpackers ought to be.” State Magazine