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When you set out on your next outdoor adventure, you'll want to make sure to bring along one of our outdoor field guides. Whether you're looking for bird field guides, fish field guides, flower field guides, geology field guides or even our very own sasquatch field guides, we've got you covered.
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Rockhounding Idaho: A Guide To 99 Of The State's Best Rockhounding Sites 2ND EDITION
Rockhounding Idaho: A Guide To 99 Of The State's Best Rockhounding Sites 2ND EDITION
GPT256
$22.95  
Paperback, Garret Romaine, 296 pages, 6 x 9, 9781493034116
A complete guide to finding, collecting, and preparing the state’s gems & minerals Rockhounding Idaho   is a must-have book for anyone interested in collecting rocks, minerals, fossils, and gold in the Gem State. Completely up-to-date with over 200 GPS coordinates in ninety-nine...
Birds of Idaho Field Guide
Birds of Idaho Field Guide
AVK034
$16.95  
Paperback, Stan Tekiela, 308 pages, 4.5 x 6, 9781591930181
Make bird watching in Idaho even more enjoyable! With  Stan Tekiela 's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in Idaho. This book features 122 species of Idaho birds, organized by color for...
National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Trees of North America
National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Trees of North America
STL280
$24.99  
Paperback, Bruce Kershner, 528 pages, 4.8 x 1 x 7.8 inches, 9781402738753
From the National Wildlife Federation® comes the most up-to-date, all-photographic field guide to North American trees.  The Jeffrey Pine, Coconut Palm, Staghorn Sumac, and Western Hemlock: this single, portable volume features these, plus more than 700 other tree species and varieties,...
National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America, 7th Edition National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America, 7th Edition National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America, 7th Edition
National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America, 7th Edition
NGM042
$29.99  
Paperback, Jon L. Dunn & Jonathan Alderfer, 592 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781426218354
This fully revised edition of the best-selling North American bird field guide is the most up-to-date guide on the market. Perfect for beginning to advanced birders, it is the only book organized to match the latest American Ornithological Society taxonomy . With more than 2.75 million...
Pacific Northwest Ocean & Kelp Creatures Guide LAMINATED CARD Pacific Northwest Ocean & Kelp Creatures Guide LAMINATED CARD
Pacific Northwest Ocean & Kelp Creatures Guide LAMINATED CARD
FRM008
$3.99  
Laminated Card, 4 x 6, 9781601904041
This convenient card has illustrations of nearly 70 species of creatures found in the ocean and kelp off the coast of the U.S. Pacific Northwest, from Northern California to Oregon and Washington. Includes whales, sharks, dolphins, fish and eels. A great identification guide for SCUBA divers,...
Pacific Intertidal Life: A Guide to Organisms of Rocky Reefs and Tide Pools of the Pacific Coast
Pacific Intertidal Life: A Guide to Organisms of Rocky Reefs and Tide Pools of the Pacific Coast
WLP021
$5.95  
Paperback, Ron Russo & Pam Olhausen, 64 pages, 4 x 6, 9780912550339
Illustrated with drawings, this guide helps naturalists identify various life forms of the intertidal zone along the Pacific coastline. Preceded by a discussion about this environment and its creatures.
Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
RFP056
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, 14 pages, 8.5 x 3.5, 9781888538120
Birds of Costa Rica, Costa Rican Mammals, Reptiles, Amphibians, and Arthropods: 229 total.  Highly portable waterproof full color scientifically reviewed illustrations of the diversity of Costa Rica Wildlife.< .... Critters are identified in English, Spanish, and Latin. When folded,...
Fishes of Puget Sound
Fishes of Puget Sound
FGG097
$9.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, Val Kells, 12 pages, 4 x 9, 9781621261766
Includes 60 species- both common and exotic-found from nearshore to the deep waters of Puget Sound. Includes sharks, rockfishes, scorpionfishes, salmons and more. Illustrations by Val Kells, well known illustrator and marine fish expert, co-author of A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes from Alaska...
Plants of Northern California: A Field Guide to Plants West of the Sierra Nevada
Plants of Northern California: A Field Guide to Plants West of the Sierra Nevada
GPT244
$29.95  
Paperback, Eva, Ph.D Begley, 432 pages, 6 x 9, 9781493031849
Plants of Northern California is the complete guide to the rich and unique flora of Northern California. From lush riparian forests along the rivers and streams to oak woodlands, wetlands, grasslands, and the ephemeral pools known as vernal pools, this handy volume enables both amateur and...
Adventure Skills Guides: Foraging in North America: The Top 12 Plants to Seek Out
Adventure Skills Guides: Foraging in North America: The Top 12 Plants to Seek Out
AVK059
$9.95  
Spiral, Tom Anderson, 32 pages, 4 x 7, 9781591938323
Learn to identify, collect, and prepare wild edibles! Step into your backyard, garden, or nearby green space, and harvest an abundance of free, nutritious, and organic greens, tubers, and fruits.   Foraging in North America   introduces you to 12 widely accessible wild plants that can be...
Your Psilocybin Mushroom Companion
Your Psilocybin Mushroom Companion
IPS126
$14.95  
paperback, Michelle Janikian, 224 pages, 5.5x8.5, 9781612439471
Learn. Prepare. Trip. Transform! With so much misinformation surrounding magic mushrooms out there, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. This is where  Your Psilocybin Mushroom Companion  comes in to help. In this book, you’ll find a comprehensive yet friendly guide to everything...
The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds
The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds
HEY010
$26.00  
Paperback, John Muir Laws, 128 pages, 8.5 x 11, 9781597141956
John Muir Laws’s guide to drawing birds is itself winged, soaring between a devotion not only to art but also to the lives, forms, and postures of the birds themselves. Here, artistic technique and the exquisite details of natural history intertwine, and drawing becomes the vehicle for seeing....
Pacific Northwest Birds: Forest & Mountains: A Pocket Reference
Pacific Northwest Birds: Forest & Mountains: A Pocket Reference
MOU120
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, 12 pages, 3.25 x 6.75, 9781680515268
This full-color visual guide to birds is a handy pocket reference, particularly useful for novice or casual birdwatchers. Guide consists of folded and laminated panels showcasing 40 of the most common species found across Washington and Oregon--including perennial favorites such as American...
Washington Wildflower Hikes: 50 Destinations
Washington Wildflower Hikes: 50 Destinations
MOU123
$24.95  
Paperback, Nathan & Jeremy Barnes, 256 pages, 7 x 9, 9781680510959
From flower-filled alpine meadows to streams lined with delicate Scouler’s corydalis blooms, and from lakes covered in water lilies to Dr. Seussian drifts of bear grass, Washington offers something for every hiker--and flower lover. Brothers Nathan and Jeremy Barnes lead hikers on 50 trails to...
Reptiles of the Northwest: British Columbia to California, Rockies to the Coast
Reptiles of the Northwest: British Columbia to California, Rockies to the Coast
LPP043
$24.95  
Paperback, Alan St. John, 272 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781774510131
This updated and revised comprehensive field guide covers 42 native turtles, lizards and snakes, grouped and color coded for quick identification. All of the species are shown in a quick reference guide. Stunning color photos, range maps and notes on identification, distribution, habitat and...
Oregon Rocks!: A Guide to 60 Amazing Geologic Sites
Oregon Rocks!: A Guide to 60 Amazing Geologic Sites
MPP028
$20.00  
Paperback, Marli Miller, 160 pages, 8 x 9, 9780878427031
To discover astonishing rocks and landforms in the Beaver State, all that is required is a good map, a sense of adventure, and Oregon Rocks, a guide to 60 of the most compelling geologic sites in the state. The well-chosen destinations span the state's geologic history from the Triassic marble...
The Kids' Guide to Birds of California: Fun Facts, Activities and 86 Cool Birds
The Kids' Guide to Birds of California: Fun Facts, Activities and 86 Cool Birds
AVK113
$13.95  
Paperback, Stan Tekiela, 240 pages, 5 x 7, 9781647551391
The Must-Have Beginner’s Guide to Bird-Watching Stan Tekiela’s famous   Birds of California Field Guide   has been delighting bird watchers for years. Now, the award-winning author has written the perfect bird identification guide for children!   The Kids’ Guide to Birds of California...
America's Seashores: Guide to Plants and Animals
America's Seashores: Guide to Plants and Animals
IPG098
$11.95  
Paperback, Marianne Wallace, 48 pages, 9 x 9, 9781555914837
Provides the perfect balance of science and fun with captivating illustrations and compelling facts about the myriad of life that inhabit these special places.
Sagebrush Country: A Wildflower Sanctuary
Sagebrush Country: A Wildflower Sanctuary
MPP031
$14.00  
Paperback, Ronald J. Taylor, 221 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780878422807
Sagebrush country is a land of contrasts--a place of desolation and a place of beauty. This field guide explores the elegance of the sagebrush steppe as expressed in the colorful spring and fall flowers and, more subtly, in the wondrous adaptations that enable plants to withstand the extremes so...
Common Mammals of the Northwest
Common Mammals of the Northwest
CPC014
$14.95  
Paperback, J. Duane Sept, 96 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780995226647
5 .5” x 8.5” • 96 pages • Full Color • Softcover • $14.95 • ISBN 978-0-9952266-4-7
BirdNote Journal: A Birdwatcher's Companion from the Popular Public Radio Show
BirdNote Journal: A Birdwatcher's Companion from the Popular Public Radio Show
PGN392
$19.95  
Paperback, 176 pages, 5.5 x 7.5, 9781632172846
" BirdNote Journal   contain[s] tips and strategies for better birding … Ideal for a beginner or casual birder" —Seattle Audubon This birding journal is perfect field companion and gift for birdwatchers of all ages. Including beautiful illustrations of birds, this well-organized field...
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders
RAN435
$13.95  
Paperback, 192 pages, 6 x 4, 9780394757926
A portable, comprehensive field guide--brimming with concise descriptions and stunning color photographs, and designed to fit into your back pocket--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers. The  National Audubon Society Pocket Guide: Insects and Spiders   is the...
Saltwater Sport Fish of the Pacific: San Francisco to Cabo San Lucas POSTER
Saltwater Sport Fish of the Pacific: San Francisco to Cabo San Lucas POSTER
PAR090
$19.95  
Poster, Amadeo Bachar, Edgar W. Roberts III, 36 x 27
The poster version of our Saltwater Sport Fish of the Pacific: San Francisco to Cabo San Lucas field guide Specifically designed for the salt water angler, this durable fish identification guide includes the fish sought after by the recreation-al fisherman in the Pacific Northwest, from...
The Ultimate Guide to Sea Glass: Finding, Collecting, Identifying, and Using the Ocean's Most Beautiful Stones
The Ultimate Guide to Sea Glass: Finding, Collecting, Identifying, and Using the Ocean's Most Beautiful Stones
PER066
$29.99  
Hardcover, Mary Beth Beuke, 272 pages, 10 x 9.9 x 1.3, 9781628737806
As the owner of one of the world's most elaborate sea glass collections, Mary Beth Beuke gets to talk about these prized ocean gems on a daily basis. Unfortunately, with each passing day, sea glass becomes more and more difficult to find, making the hunt more of a challenge to the...
Night Sky - A Field Guide to the Constellations
Night Sky - A Field Guide to the Constellations
PER107
$16.95  
Paperback, 320 pages, 9781591932291
Few activities are more peaceful and inspiring than stargazing. And certainly nothing beats camping and stargazing at the same time. With that in mind, Jonathan Poppele has written this incomparable field guide to the night sky. Constellations in the book are organized by degree of locating...
The Deerholme Mushroom Book: From Foraging to Feasting
The Deerholme Mushroom Book: From Foraging to Feasting
PGW278
$29.95  
Paperback, Bill Jones, 264 pages, 7.5 x 9, 9781771510035
Expand your culinary knowledge of wild and cultivated mushrooms with this comprehensive cookbook by award-winning writer and chef Bill Jones. Learn from an acknowledged expert in the field of wild foods how to source mushrooms through foraging, shopping, and growing, and get a thorough overview...
Mammals of Central and Northern California: Tracks, Scats and Signs
Mammals of Central and Northern California: Tracks, Scats and Signs
QRP010
$8.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, James Halfpenny, 12 pages, 8.8 x 3.9 x 0.3 in, 9781936913619
"The wild mammals of central and northern California are often elusive and difficult to locate. They range from deserts to mountain tops. Their tracks, scats, and signs may be the best clue for the nature-wise detective whether a casual observer, amateur naturalist, or outdoor adventure...
Saltwater Fishes of Southern California : A Guide to Inshore and Offshore Species
Saltwater Fishes of Southern California : A Guide to Inshore and Offshore Species
QRP019
$8.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, Val Kells, 12 pages, 3.9 x 9 inches, 9781943334513
Saltwater Fishes of Southern California is an easy-to-use 12-panel identification guide to 63 common and notable nearshore and offshore saltwater fishes that inhabit the diverse southern coast of California from Santa Barbara/Point Conception to San Diego. The highly detailed and scientifically...
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide to Familiar Mushrooms
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide to Familiar Mushrooms
RAN433
$14.95  
Paperback, 192 pages, 6 x 0.4 x 4.1, 9780679729846
The  National Audubon Society Pocket Guide to Familiar Mushrooms  is filled with distinct descriptions and detailed color photographs yet is compact enough to easily slip into the back pocket when on a mushroom-hunting excursion. This streamlined volume contains; an easy-to-use field guide...
National Audubon Society Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians: North America
National Audubon Society Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians: North America
RAN525
$26.00  
Flexi, John L. Behler, F. Wayne King, 744 pages, 4 x 7.5, 9780394508245
The most comprehensive field guide available to the reptiles and amphibians of North America--a must-have for any enthusiast's day pack or home library--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers.   Featuring a durable vinyl binding and over 600 full-color identification...
Idaho Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
Idaho Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
NWD005
$17.95  
Maps, 6.5 x 9.5, 9780965755818
Idaho Gold & Gems Maps:   Then and Now  is a package, measuring 6.5″ x 9.5″, containing five maps printed on both sides . The very readable maps measure 17.5″ x 23″ when unfolded.   This package includes: Map #1, side 1  is of the N Section.   Side 2  is a map showing regional mineral...
Oregon Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
Oregon Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
NWD009
$17.95  
Maps, 6.5 x 9.5
Oregon Gold & Gems Maps:   Then and Now  is a package, measuring 6.5″ x 9.5″, containing five maps printed on both sides . The very readable maps measure 17.5″ x 23″ when unfolded.   This package includes: Map #1, side 1  is of the NW Section.   Side 2  is a map showing the Bohemia...
Spiders: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species Worldwide
Spiders: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species Worldwide
WFP193
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 12 pages, 4 x 9, 9781620054925
The lives of spiders are as varied as they are fascinating. There is also a remarkable diversity of species both worldwide (about 40,000) and within North America (about 3,500). Spiders are easy to find almost everywhere ― all we have to do is go out (or sometimes in) and look for them. When...
The Minerals Encyclopedia: 700 Minerals, Gems and Rocks
The Minerals Encyclopedia: 700 Minerals, Gems and Rocks
FFB175
$29.95  
Paperback, Dr. Rupert Hochleitner PhD, 448 pages, 5.5 x 7.5, 9780228103622
Mineral collecting by amateur "rockhounds" has never been more popular. Old quarries, road cuts, and exposed landscapes are being examined by new generations of minerals enthusiasts. Each needs a comprehensive guidebook with clear photographs and accurate data. This is it. In a thick but...
Field Guide to the North American Jackalope: Updated Edition
Field Guide to the North American Jackalope: Updated Edition
FAR032
$9.95  
Paperback, Andy Robbins, 48 pages, 7 x 5, 9781591523031
New Expanded Edition Features MORE... Species and fun facts of the elusive, otherworldly, and beautiful Jackalope. These words―and many more―can be used to describe one of North America’s most enigmatic creatures: the jackalope. The purpose of this field guide is to provide the reader with a...
Western Coastal Birds: A Waterproof Folding Guide to Familiar Species 2nd ed.
Western Coastal Birds: A Waterproof Folding Guide to Familiar Species 2nd ed.
WFP195
$7.95  
Waterford Press, 12 pages, 4 x 8.5, 9781620055526
Western Coastal Birds is a pocket-sized, folding reference guide highlighting the most commonly seen birds along the coast of western North America. This beautifully illustrated guide covers over 140 familiar species and includes a map featuring prominent coastal birding hotspots. Printed on...
Bird Tracks - Adventure Quick Guides - Book
Bird Tracks - Adventure Quick Guides - Book
AVK128
$12.95  
Jonathan Poppele, 32 pages, 4.25 x 7.5 x 0.5", 9781647553913
Identify bird tracks with this pocket-size booklet, organized by track shape for convenience of use. Whether you’re a tracker who studies animal tracks, a bird watcher, a gardener, or simply someone who appreciates nature and all of its curiosities, keep this convenient guide close at...
Shells & Shellfish of the Pacific Northwest
Shells & Shellfish of the Pacific Northwest
HPC128
$25.95  
Paperback, Rick Harbo, 252 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781550171464
Readable, full-color, comprehensive guide to more than 250 shellfish species. Designed for divers, (with a special identification guide for bi-valves) beachcombers, collectors, marine life students.
Beachcombers Guide to the Northwest
Beachcombers Guide to the Northwest
WPP001
$19.95  
Paperback, Walt Pich, 200 pages, 6 X 9, 965710807
A rich guide to glass balls and other littoral treasures written for anyone who has occasion to visit the beach. Includes photos, charts and illustrations, detailed analysis of beachcombing gear, timing, sites and safety.
Weather Weather (Folding Pocket Guide) Weather (Folding Pocket Guide)
Weather
WFP011
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551127
Weather, An Introduction to Clouds, Storms and Weather Patterns, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. With this indispensable guide, learn how to observe clouds and anticipate weather changes. This folded guide is printed on laminate material for durability and...
Panama Field Guide, Caribbean Reef Fish (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Panama Field Guide, Caribbean Reef Fish (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP024
$6.95  
Laminated, 7 x 11, 9781888538823
The natural beauty and diversity of Panama is what draws tourists and naturalists to a republic that covers only 29,700 square miles. Between the close proximity of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans you will find several life zones that are home to hundreds of species of plants and animals....
Costa Rica Caribbean Reef Fish, Field Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Costa Rica Caribbean Reef Fish, Field Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP031
$6.95  
Laminated, 7 x 11, 1888538570
Costa Rica Caribbean Reef Fish. Nearly 20 percent of Costa Rica is set aside in National Parks and Reserves. Eleven different habitats are the home to 205 mammals, 848 birds, 160 amphibians, 218 reptiles, over 1000 different fresh and saltwater fish and countless numbers of insects....
Alaska Birds Alaska Birds Alaska Birds
Alaska Birds
WFP018
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551226
Alaska Birds is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the bird lover and nature enthusiast. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and includes a map featuring prominent state-wide birding hotspots. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great...
Great Lakes Butterflies & Moths
Great Lakes Butterflies & Moths
WFP187
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781620054444
Pollinators in the Great Lakes include bats, bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, wasps, flies, and beetles. These beneficial species are both beautiful to observe and critical to the preservation of the state's diverse eco-system and agriculture. This portable folding guide includes...
Dragonflies & Damselflies Dragonflies & Damselflies Dragonflies & Damselflies
Dragonflies & Damselflies
WFP057
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583554753
Dragonflies & Damselflies is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 75 familiar species of dragonflies & damselflies. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and...
Freshwater Fishes Freshwater Fishes Freshwater Fishes
Freshwater Fishes
WFP058
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551837
Freshwater Fishes is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 120 familiar species organized by family. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by...
Western Backyard Birds Western Backyard Birds Western Backyard Birds
Western Backyard Birds
WFP060
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583550892
Western Backyard Birds is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the bird lover and nature enthusiast living in the western USA (west of the 100th Meridian). This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and includes instructions on attracting and feeding backyard...
Building a Survival Kit Building a Survival Kit Building a Survival Kit
Building a Survival Kit
WFP082
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583557051
Building a Survival Kit will help you to survive adverse outdoor conditions: heat, cold or extreme weather. Staying warm and dry is essential and you'll learn how to protect your Core Temperature (CTC) while saving (heat) calories through less energy output.   Tips will include essential...
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide
WPC025
$14.95  
Paperback, Rosemary Gladstar, 9781612120058
With Rosemary Gladstar's expert advice, anyone can make their own herbal remedies for common ailments, such as aloe lotion for poison ivy, dandelion-burdock tincture for sluggish digestion, and lavender-lemon balm tea for stress relief. . Gladstar profiles 33 of the most common and versatile...
Mexico: Caribbean Sport Fish (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Mexico: Caribbean Sport Fish (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP044
$2.98  
Laminated, 2 sided, Rainforest Publications, 9780984010769
Rainforest Publications produces high quality field identification guides with wonderfully detailed scientifically accurate full-color illustrations. All our wildlife images are drawn by biological illustrators or wildlife artists who are also recognized as accomplished naturalists.The guides...
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