> National Hawaii National Geographic 2009 Wall Calendar

this trails illustrated topographic map for hawaii volcanoes national park on the island of hawaii highlighting two of the worlds most active volcanoes and dramatic views of the volcanic landscape that has emerged. the map includes the entire national park area including kilauea caldera makaopuhi crater napau crater chain of craters east rift zone kapapala hawaii volcanoes national park wilderness and an inset of island of hawaii. includes utm tick marks for use with your gps unit. approximately 4.25in x 9.25in folded and 27in x 39in fully opened.

Wolves' wisdom and the social structure of the packs make them fascinating to study. Photographing these elusive animals is an enormous challenge. And National Geographic's photographers have risen to the challenge. This calendar features some of their most spectacular wolf pictures.

the map includes the entire national park area including the summit area the wilderness area and the kipahulu area. included are red hill magnetic peak pa ka oao ka moa o pele mamane the kahikinui forest reserve kipahulu forest reserve hana forest reserve and much more. ideal for recreation activities in this spectacular area including hiking camping sightseeing climbing photography--any back-country outdoor activity. the second side is a map that shows hawaii maui lanai molokai oahu and kauai. includes utm grids for use with your gps unit. approximately 4.25in x 9.25in folded and 27in x 39in fully opened.

France's ancient history and iconic vistas have inspired many a poet, photographer, and daydreamer. Let this 12-month calendar introduce you to the country's wonders, or sparl your memory of your own French adventures. From the Millau Viaduct-the world's tallest vehicular bridge- to the lavender fields of Provence to the patchwork rooftops of a Cîte d'Azur village, this calendar showcases some of France's most remarkable sights.

Parrots are known for their ability to mimic speech, and some African Grey Parrots have even been able to learn the meanings of words and form short sentences. Learn even more about these revered and clever birds in this 12 month calendar. Each page includes a fascinating photograph and an interesting fact about about the range, feeding habits, vocal talents, and behaviors of different parrot species.

One of the most endangered species on our planet, there are probably less than 7,500 wild tigers left in the world. Several sub-species have already become extinct in the past century. These beautiful and graceful predators are celebrated every month in our calendar, in all their wild glory.

A favorite animal of many National Geographic readers, penguins are graceful swimmers and have a sophisticated social network. Living in the southern hemisphere, they range from the beaches of Africa to the frigid waters of Antarctica. Penguin facts on each pages of this twelve-month calendar will give you all the fascinating trivia on these majestic creatures.

From Maine's Acadia to Utah's Arches, and California's towering El Capitan peak to Mt. Rainier in Washington, this U.S. National Parks calendar highlights the truly spectacular landscapes in the country. Every day it will inspire you to explore and protect these natural treasures.

Now you can organize your life in style with National Geographic's splendidly illustrated 2010 National Parks Portraits calendar featuring a spectacular slice of nature on every page. Shot by National Geographic's acclaimed photographers, the images expertly capture the beauty and depth of the U.S. National Parks System's amazingly diverse treasures. You'll savor unique natural settings across the continent, including lush forests, inviting streams, desert wonderlands, and wildlife havens. From coast to coast, you'll discover the most awe-inspiring scenes our continent has to offer. Plan your days and beautify your home with panoramas most people never have an opportunity to see!

Ireland's Kylemore Abbey and Spain's Alcazar Abbey are just two of the magnificent buildings featured in our 12-month 2010 Castles calendar. Marvel at the opulence and architectural splendor of these amazing structures.

National Geographic presents the ever-anticipated finale to the 2009 National Geographic Bee, moderated by Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek. Eric Yang, of Griffin Middle School in The Colony, Texas, triumphed at the annual competition during a tie-breaker round with this question: "Timis County shares its name with a tributary of the Danube and is located in the western part of which European country?" The answer, Romania, came with a U.S. $25,000 college scholarship, a lifetime membership in the National Geographic Society, and a trip to the Galapagos Islands with Jeopardy! host and Bee moderator Alex Trebek. Yang competed against 54 fourth- through eighth-grade contestants whittled down from nearly 5 million students from around the country. Not available for shipment outside of the U.S. and Canada.

The playful panda is a favorite animal of children and adults alike, and in these dozen photographs, you'll see them up close and in the wild. Chewing on eucalyptus and playing with cubs, these black and white bears are sure to bring a smile.

The rugged land and riveting history of Scotland make it an enchanting country to live in and to visit. Images from Blackrock Cottage, Castle Urquart, and more, each accompanied by an interesting fact, provide twelve months of views of this unique country.

On the island of Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park includes two of the world's most active volcanoes. This map includes the entire national park area, including Kilauea Caldera, Makaopuhi Crater, Napau Crater, Chain of Craters East Rift Zone, Kapapala, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Wilderness, Kea'au, and an inset of Island of Hawaii. Includes UTM tick marks for use with your GPS.

The Comma butterfly is just one of the brilliantly colored insects you'll meet over the year with National Geographic's 2010 calendar. The Comma is nearly impossible to spot while resting on tree bark with its wings closed, an effective strategy against predators.

The shrines of Kyoto stand in stark contrast to the neon lights of Tokyo's Shibuya District in these twelve evocative photos of the Land of the Rising Sun. Explore this archipelago nation through a year's worth of stunning National Geographic photography.

Fiji, French Polynesia, Seychelles, Bora Bora... islands' amazing ecosystems capture the minds and imaginations of scientists and travelers of all kinds. .Enjoy these sweeping views-from land, sea, and sky-of some of the most unique landscapes on Earth.

In Kenya, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, and beyond, National Geographic explorers have captured these up-close images of the powerful pachyderm. At watering holes, amidst zebra herds and gathering in the savanna, these images capture the power and grace of the remarkable African elephant.

Did you know that a group of owls is called a parliament? Learn even more about these magnificent nocturnal birds of prey through twelve new images of graceful owls.

This energy efficient outdoor wall light has a solar powered LED light as well as auto dusk-to-dawn operation. The National Geographic Society has had a century long commitment to promoting natural conservation. Since 1888 they've inspired people to care about the planet. This highly efficient design comes from the National Geographic Preserve Our Planet collection and gives you two options for decreasing your energy consumption. The top solar panel powers four long-lasting (up to 50,000 hours) L.E.D. lights. Because the L.E.D. lights are lit automatically by a light-sensing unit, they offer dusk-to-dawn security light that is ideal for entry areas. When you need extra light, turn on the energy efficient CFL bulb. Please note that the CFL light requires hard-wired installation and is not solar powered. Black finish. Patent applied for. Black finish. Part of the Preserve Our Planet program. Energy efficient design. L.E.D. lights are solar powered. CFL light requires hard-wired installation. Patent applied for. Comes with one 4 watt CFL bulb. 10 1/2" high. 5 3/4" wide. Extends 8" from the wall. Back plate is 5 3/4" high, 4 1/2" wide. 7 1/2" from mounting point to top of fixture.

TOPO! Features five layers of the best maps available-from National Geographic Atlas maps to the most detailed USGS topographic maps. Features include 3D views and fly-throughs, elevation profiling that allows you to draw a route and calculate elevation gain or loss, and live map updating that lets you search for and download updated USGS quads. Customization options include sreet overlays, adding your own notes and photos, and choosing from either lat/long or UTM grids.Test drive the TOPO! State Series 1:24,000 and 1:100,000 scale, seamless Waypoints and routes sync with your GPS Maps can be exported and viewed on the Magellan Triton series of handhelds (PC version only) PC/Mac compatible