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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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Whelks to Whales: Coastal Marine Life of the Pacific Northwest, Newly Revised and expanded Third edition
Whelks to Whales: Coastal Marine Life of the Pacific Northwest, Newly Revised and expanded Third edition
HPC167
$26.95  
Paperback, Rick M. Harbo, 352 pages, 6 x 9, 9781550179835
Newly revised and updated with additional photographs and up-to-date names, this full-colour field guide to the marine life of coastal British Columbia, Alaska, Washington, Oregon and northern California is perfect for divers, boaters and beachcombers. It is a ready reference to more than 400...
All About Backyard Birds: Western North America
All About Backyard Birds: Western North America
PER177
$14.95  
Paperback, 200 pages, 4 x 8, 9781943645060
First in a series of beginner to novice birding books based on the #1 birding website (16MM unique users),  AllAboutBirds.org  from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the leading authority and voice for birders. All About Backyard Birds  builds on the huge success of the Cornell Lab's...
Healing Mushrooms: A Practical and Culinary Guide to Using Mushrooms for Whole Body Health
Healing Mushrooms: A Practical and Culinary Guide to Using Mushrooms for Whole Body Health
PGN317
$17.00  
Paperback, Tero Isokauppila, 224 pages, 6 x 9, 9780735216020
The one and only resource on using adaptogenic mushrooms to boost immunity and promote whole body health the natural way.   Adaptogenic mushrooms are one of today's buzziest superfoods, known for their ability to restore skin's youthful glow, increase energy levels, reduce brain fog, keep...
Mammals of the Pacific Northwest: Tracks, Scats & Signs
Mammals of the Pacific Northwest: Tracks, Scats & Signs
QRP011
$8.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, James Halfpenny, 12 pages, 9 x 3.9 x 0.2 inches, 978-1936913602
"The wild mammals of the Pacific Northwest are often elusive and difficult to locate. Their tracks, scats, and signs may be the best clue for the nature-wise detective whether a casual observer, amateur naturalist, or outdoor adventure enthusiast of any age. Now, a practical, convenient-sized...
Waterfowl of North America
Waterfowl of North America
QRP003
$8.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, Kevin T. Karlson, 12 pages, 4.5 x 10, 9781936913411
Waterfowl of North America contains 185 color photos of all the breeding and commonly occurring waterfowl species found in North America. Species accounts show perched, swimming and flight photos, with males and females illustrated where applicable. Immature birds are shown for some species as...
Birds of Alaska
Birds of Alaska
QRP004
$8.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, Greg R. Homel, 12 pages, 4.5 x 10, 9781936913503
Birds of Alaska is a quick and easy to use, light-weight, durable, all-weather (important in Alaska) field guide to the inspiring, incredibly varied and often little-known birdlife inhabiting the great State of Alaska. Stunning digital photographs depict over 120 species of common and notable...
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide to Familiar Trees of North America: West
National Audubon Society Pocket Guide to Familiar Trees of North America: West
RAN436
$12.95  
Paperback, Jerry Franklin, 192 pages, 6 x 0.4 x 4.1, 9780394748528
These easy-to-use guides are divided into three parts: introductory essays; color plates and species accounts; and appendices - all in a convenient size!
California (Northern) Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
California (Northern) Gold and Gems Map, Then and Now
NWD002
$17.95  
Maps, 6.5 x 9.5, 9780965755894
This package, measuring 6.5″ x 9.5″, contains five maps printed on both sides . The very readable historical maps measure 17.5″ x 23″ when unfolded.   Maps have been reproduced from authentic documents on file from archival sources — 100 years of reported gold and gems occurrences listed; red...
Pacific Salmon Field Guide
Pacific Salmon Field Guide
LPP050
$24.95  
Paperback, Sean Godwin, Martin Krkosek, 160 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781774511343
Pacific salmon are of immense cultural, ecological and economic importance to the west coast of North America. They are the most commonly seen fish on the western side of North America but identifying among the seven species is difficult for most of their life stages. Two salmon researchers have...
Northwest Trees (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Northwest Trees (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
MAC018
$5.95  
Laminated, 11.7 x 7.2, 9780898863918
Two-sided plastic laminated cards developed by a teacher of marine science. Color drawings, common and scientific names, information on size and habitat.
California Birds California Birds California Birds
California Birds
WFP023
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551011
California 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...
Self-Sufficiency: Foraging for Wild Foods
Self-Sufficiency: Foraging for Wild Foods
FCP030
$9.99  
Paperback, David Squire, 128 pages, 8.1 x 5.8 x 0.4, 9781504800341
Arranged in a directory of categories divided into wild plants, herbs, fruits, nuts, mushrooms, seaweeds and shellfish, this book has all of the information you need to forage for yourself.You'd be surprised at the bounty of wild food you can find practically on your doorstep: some native...
Take-Along Guide: Frogs, Toads & Turtles
Take-Along Guide: Frogs, Toads & Turtles
GPT166
$7.95  
Paperback, Diane Burns, 48 pages, 8.6 x 0.1 x 8.7, 9781559715935
Designed as a field guide, this colorful book devotes a page to each of 30 creatures, such as the spring peeper, the Great Plains toad, and the box turtle. Readers will learn what the animal looks like, where it lives, what it sounds like, what it eats, and (in small, decorated sidebars)...
Pacific Humpback Whale Migrations Pacific Humpback Whale Migrations
Pacific Humpback Whale Migrations
GPR024
$5.99  
2-Sided Laminated Card, 6 x 5, 9781601904379
This highly informative card maps and explains the Humpback's migrations throughout the Pacific Ocean. Side two has 21 educational and delightful photographs of whales and their behaviors. 6"x9" with sturdy lamination.
Trout & Salmon of North America
Trout & Salmon of North America
WFP143
$7.95  
Pamphlet, 4 x 8, 9781620052174
North American salmonids are a family of fish revered as some of the most popular and sought-after sport and food fish in the world. The beauty and diversity of the species, and the settings in which they occur, attract anglers, naturalists, photographer and artists alike to study and pursue...
Bees & Other Pollinators: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Status of Familiar Species
Bees & Other Pollinators: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Status of Familiar Species
WFP147
$7.95  
Pamphlet, 4 x 8, 9781620051870
Most of our plants are pollinated by bees. Approximately 50% of the managed bee population has been killed off in the last 10 years and colony collapse disorder continues to endanger our honey bee population. Along with bees, butterflies, beetles, birds and some mammals are also pollinators....
Alaska Inside Passage Map Guide LAMINATED CARD Alaska Inside Passage Map Guide LAMINATED CARD
Alaska Inside Passage Map Guide LAMINATED CARD
FRM006
$5.99  
Laminated Card, 6 x 9, 9781601905390
This map displays the stunning topography of this popular cruise and ferry route. Includes lighthouses, placenames, mountains, national forests and monuments. Side two offers stunning images of wildlife. 5.5" x 8.5", laminated with hole for lanyard.
Rockhounding Washington: A Guide to the State's Best Sites
Rockhounding Washington: A Guide to the State's Best Sites
NBN039
$24.95  
Paperback, Lars Johnson, 288 pages, 6 x 9, 9781493019090
This book provides detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the best rockhounding sites in Washington, with valuable tips on what to tools to bring and how to conduct your search. Comprehensive lists of minerals or fossils for each site and excellent color photos will help you know what to...
Start Mushrooming: The Reliable Way to Forage 2nd Edition
Start Mushrooming: The Reliable Way to Forage 2nd Edition
AVK066
$14.95  
Paperback, Stan Tekiela, 128 pages, 6 x 8, 9781591938309
Begin Identifying and Collecting Seven Edible Mushrooms! Since 1993,   Start Mushrooming   has been the trusted guide for beginners. This second edition introduces seven of the most common, edible wild mushrooms in North America. It features more photographs and expert tips from...
Pacific Northwest Wildflowers: A Pocket Reference
Pacific Northwest Wildflowers: A Pocket Reference
MOU119
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, 12 pages, 3.25 x 6.75
This handy, visual, pocket-sized guide to wildflowers is particularly useful for novice or recreational wildflower enthusiasts. Laminated panels showcase 40 of the most common species found in Washington and Oregon. Features include: Stunning color photos of each species Icons for best...
Mushrooms of Northwest North America
Mushrooms of Northwest North America
LPP042
$26.95  
Paperback, Helene Schalkwijk-Barendsen, 416 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781772130874
This book is the first comprehensive field guide to the mushrooms of the Northwest - that region which covers the area from Alaska to northern California and from Saskatchewan and Montana to the Pacific Coast. A total of 550 species are meticulously illustrated and dealt with in the text. With...
Common Birds of Coastal British Columbia, Washington & Oregon
Common Birds of Coastal British Columbia, Washington & Oregon
CPC013
$14.95  
Paperback, J. Duane Sept, 96 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780995226630
Coastal British Columbia, Washington and Oregon is an oasis for birds of many habitats. Saltwater and freshwater species are present, along with birds of the temperate rainforest, hardwood stands, forest edges and open areas. This illustrated guide includes color photographs, detailed...
Mushroom Logbook
Mushroom Logbook
MOU132
$10.95  
Paperback, 128 pages, 6 x 7, 9781680516333
Includes space for spore printing Prompts and data points to fill in about found mushrooms Compact size makes it easy to take on hikes and foraging trips Expert and novice mushroom hunters alike will enjoy using this journal to track all their fungal finds. The  Mushroom...
National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mushrooms
National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mushrooms
RAN295
$26.00  
Paperback, National Audubon Society, 9780394519920
With more than 700 mushrooms detailed with color photographs and descriptive text, this is the most comprehensive photographic field guide to the mushrooms of North America. The 762 full-color identification photographs show the mushrooms as they appear in natural habitats. Organized visually,...
Audubon Field Guide to Trees: Eastern Region
Audubon Field Guide to Trees: Eastern Region
RAN211
$23.95  
Paperback, National Audubon Society, 710 pages, 4.25 x 7.75, 9780394507606
All 933 identification pictures are full-color photos of significant details of virtually all native trees and many cultivated species as you see them in their natural habitat.
Audubon Field Guide to Trees: Western Region
Audubon Field Guide to Trees: Western Region
RAN212
$26.00  
Paperback, National Audubon Society, 636 pages, 4.25 x 7.75, 9780394507613
These are fully illustrated with color photographs, comprehensive field guides including extensive descriptions covering appearance, habitat, range and much more!
Audubon Field Guide to Birds: Western Region
Audubon Field Guide to Birds: Western Region
RAN204
$26.00  
Paperback, Miklos D. F. Udvary, 796 pages, 4 x 7.5, 9780679428510
Introduced in 1977 and completely revised in 1994, these bestselling photographic field guides have become the birding bibles of more than four million enthusiasts. Virtually every bird found in North America is brought to life in a full-color photograph and with textual information on the...
Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals
Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals
RAN415
$25.95  
Flexbound, National Audubon Society, 856 pages, 4.2 x 1.3 x 7.7, 9780394502694
Perfect for mountain climbers and hikers, this valuable reference covers more rocks and minerals in North America than any other available guide. 794 full-color photographs depict all the important rocks, gems, and minerals -- in many variations of color and crystal form -- and the natural...
Oregon Under Foot
Oregon Under Foot
FPL001
$6.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, K.T. Meyers, 15 pages, 8.5 x 4, 9781450757379
This invaluable color guide was developed as an illustrated aid in finding, identifying, and making use of the Oregon gemstones. Accurate photos showing 60+ varieties of agate, jasper, opal, and related gems in the rough, as well as in the cut and polished state for identification purposes. ....
Marine Mammals of North America (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Marine Mammals of North America (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
MAC004
$6.95  
Laminated, 11.7 x 7.2 pages, 9780898862188
Two-sided plastic laminated cards developed by a teacher of marine science. Each Card Includes: Color drawings, common and scientific names, and information on size and habitat. Each card is 7 1/4 X 11 3/4.
Butterflies & Pollinators: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species
Butterflies & Pollinators: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species
WFP178
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781620054666
The familiar Monarch butterfly is one of over 5,000 species of butterflies found in the diverse ecosystems of North America. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 70 familiar and unique species and includes information on their life cycle and features illustrations of common...
Reptiles & Amphibians Reptiles & Amphibians Reptiles & Amphibians
Reptiles & Amphibians
WFP067
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551806
Reptile & Amphibians is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast and budding herpetologist. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 115 familiar species of salamanders, frogs, toads, turtles, lizards, snakes and crocodilians. Laminated for durability, this...
Sibley's Backyard Birds of the Midwest (Folding Guides)
Sibley's Backyard Birds of the Midwest (Folding Guides)
FGG039
$9.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, 9781935380092
Written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, America's most widely respected bird illustrator and ornithologist. See http://www. sibleyguides. com for more information 69 land bird species, both common and exotic, commonly seen in the Upper Midwest region, including Michigan, Wisconsin,...
What's that Rock or Mineral?
What's that Rock or Mineral?
DKP053
$12.99  
Paperback, 128 pages, 3.9 x 0.4 x 7.5, 9781465415929
Compact and portable,  What's That Rock, Mineral or Gem?  is an indispensable beginner's pocket guide to identifying the 150 most common North American rocks and minerals.
Edible Mushrooms: Safe to Pick, Good to Eat
Edible Mushrooms: Safe to Pick, Good to Eat
HHP021
$16.95  
Paperback, Barbro Forsberg, 224 pages, 6.8 x 9.5, 9781628736441
Wandering the woods in search of mushrooms is one of life’s great pleasures. But be careful to pick the right ones! With  Edible Mushrooms  in your backpack, you’ll know to pick only the safest, most delicious chanterelles, truffles, morels, and more. Author Barbro Forsberg presents forty...
Northwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide: Where and How to Dig, Pan and Mine Your Own Gems and Minerals 6th Ed.
Northwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide: Where and How to Dig, Pan and Mine Your Own Gems and Minerals 6th Ed.
ING042
$21.99  
Paperback, Kathy J. Rygle & Stephen F. Pederson, 208 pages, 6 x 1.1 x 22.9, 9780990415282
Updated 6th edition with new sites & museums! Learn Where & How to Dig, Pan and Mine  Your Own  Gems & Minerals NORTHWEST Alaska • Idaho • Iowa • Minnesota • Montana • Nebraska North Dakota • Oregon • South Dakota • Washington • Wyoming Whether you're digging for the...
Common Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest Common Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest
Common Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest
FGG093
$9.95  
Laminated Pocket Guide, Rick Cech, 4 x 9, 9781621262282
59 butterfly species are covered, both common and exotic, found in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. They include swallowtails, fritillaries, metalmarks, sulphurs, skippers, hairstreaks, blues, and more. Images, descriptive captions, and habitat index by Rick Cech (pronounced Check), a...
Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Pacific Northwest: Your Guide to Feeders, Food, and the Most Common Backyard Birds
Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Pacific Northwest: Your Guide to Feeders, Food, and the Most Common Backyard Birds
AVK096
$16.95  
Flexi, Stan Tekiela, 176 pages, 5 x 7, 9781647551216
Find Joy in the Beauty and Wonder of Birds Birding is among the most popular outdoor activities―especially in the Pacific Northwest, where hundreds of different bird species can be seen and observed. Now is the perfect time to join the fun and let our feathered friends astonish and inspire...
Mother Nature is Not Trying to Kill You: A Wildlife & Bushcraft Survival Guide
Mother Nature is Not Trying to Kill You: A Wildlife & Bushcraft Survival Guide
IPS167
$18.95  
Paperback, Rob Nelson & Haley Chamberlain Nelson, 212 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781642503210
Living With Mother Nature ―and Other Things Learned in the Wild “Having this book in your backpack just may save your life one day.” ―Jesse Weiland, national park ranger #1 New Release in Earth Sciences, Natural Disasters, and Sports Reference Prepare for all the worst case...
Foraging for Survival: Edible Wild Plants of North America
Foraging for Survival: Edible Wild Plants of North America
SKY170
$17.99  
Paperback, Douglas Boudreau, Mykel Hawke, 208 pages, 6 x 9, 9781510738331
Whether you’re a hiker taking a walk through your local wilderness, or a chef looking for new ingredients to incorporate in your dishes,   Foraging for Survival   is the book for you. As consumerism and a meat-heavy, processed diet become the norm and the world’s population continues to...
Effin' Birds: A Field Guide to Identification
Effin' Birds: A Field Guide to Identification
RAN545
$16.99  
Hardcover, Aaron Reynolds, 208 pages, 6.6 x 8.5, 9781984856289
A compact, comprehensive, and very silly field guide featuring more than 200 of the rudest birds on earth. Effin' Birds  is the most eagerly anticipated new volume in the grand and noble profession of nature writing and bird identification. Sitting proudly alongside Sibley, Kaufman, and...
California Coastal Birds (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
California Coastal Birds (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
MAC010
$5.95  
Laminated, 11.7 x 7.2, 9780898862614
Two-sided plastic laminated cards developed by a teacher of marine science. Color drawings, common and scientific names, information on size and habitat.
Northwest Park and Backyard Birds (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Northwest Park and Backyard Birds (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
MAC014
$5.95  
Laminated, 11.7 x 7.2, 9780898862461
Two-sided plastic laminated cards developed by a teacher of marine science. Color drawings, common and scientific names, information on size and habitat.
A Field Guide to Nudibranchs of the Pacific Northwest (Folding Pocket Guide)
A Field Guide to Nudibranchs of the Pacific Northwest (Folding Pocket Guide)
HPC055
$7.95  
Pamphlet, Rick M. Harbo, 8 pages, 4.6 x 9, 9781550174939
Sometimes called the most colorful creatures on earth, nudibranchs are a type of shell-less marine snail that capture the attention of scuba divers, snorkelers and tide pool-gazers with their bizarre, ornate body forms and incandescent coloration. There are over 300,000 species world-wide and...
Hawaii Reef Fish #1 (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Hawaii Reef Fish #1 (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP014
$6.95  
Laminated, 7 x 11, 1888538015
These single sheet field guides are 7" by 11" (17. 85 cm by 28 cm), double-sided, laminated to withstand the elements, and printed on high quality stock with durable UV-resistant inks. . . Printed in the USA on recycled paper
North Pacific Marine Mammals Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
North Pacific Marine Mammals Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP032
$9.95  
Laminated, 7 x 11, 1888538880
The North Pacific marine mammals field guide contains illustrations and descriptions of all the cetaceans (whales & dolphins) you might see, including pelagic (deep offshore) dolphins. The second side of the guides also include seals, sea lions, and otters. Designed for whale watching along...
North Pacific Killer Whales & Behaviors Field Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
North Pacific Killer Whales & Behaviors Field Guide (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
RFP033
$9.95  
Laminated, 7 x 11, 188853852X
The North Pacific killer whale behaviors field guide includes illustrations and descriptions of all fifteen common behaviors of the Southern Resident killer whales, Northern Resident killer whales, and the transient killer whales (Orcinius orca). Breaching, back diving, pec-slapping, and...
NORTHWEST FORAGING: The Classic Guide to Edible Plants of the Pacific Northwest
NORTHWEST FORAGING: The Classic Guide to Edible Plants of the Pacific Northwest
MOU059
$16.95  
Paperback, Doug Benoliel, 192 pages, 5.5 X 7.5, 9781594853661
* Suitable for novice foragers and seasoned botanists alike* More than 65 of the most common edible plants in the Pacific Northwest are thoroughly described*Poisonous plants commonly encountered are also included Originally published in 1974, Northwest Foraging quickly became a wild food...
California Trees & Wildflowers California Trees & Wildflowers California Trees & Wildflowers
California Trees & Wildflowers
WFP026
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583550717
California Trees and Wildflowers is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide to familiar trees, shrubs and wildflowers. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and includes a map featuring prominent state-wide botanical sanctuaries. Laminated for durability, this...
Oregon Birds Oregon Birds Oregon Birds
Oregon Birds
WFP037
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551288
Oregon 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...
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