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IPS334
A new edition of the bestselling beachcomber’s companion, updated with additional species, new information and photographs of West Coast seashore life, sure to enhance any trip to the beach! The Pacific Northwest coast is home to one of the most diverse displays of intertidal marine life in the world, including sponges, clams, snails, crabs, sea stars, sea anemones, jellies, fishes, seaweeds and more.  The New Beachcomber’s Guide to the Pacific Northwest  is a portable and easy-to-use reference for searching out and identifying the hundreds of species of seashore life found on the beaches of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon,...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: J. Duane Sept
ISBN: 9781550178371
$2995
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HPC134
This laminated guide features twenty-six native trees commonly found from Alaska to Oregon, providing common and Latin names accompanied by colour photographs of identifying features such as bark, leaves or needles, flowers, cones, seeds and fruit. Information on identification, range and an illustration of each tree's silhouette make it a snap to distinguish a shore pine from a western white pine or a trembling aspen from a paper birch. Also included are traditional uses and other interesting tree facts and lore. For example, did you know that yellow cedar can live up to 5,000 years-r that the big leaf maple flowers are edible-ext time...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4.6 x 9
Author: Phillipa Hudson
ISBN: 9781550175721
$795
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AVK082
Your beachcombing guide to California, Oregon, and Washington Keep this tabbed booklet close at hand on your next rock-hunting adventure. Based on Dan R. Lynch’s best-selling field guides and featuring the most common and desirable agates and other collectibles along the Pacific Coast, the booklet is organized by rocks/minerals and then by general appearance for quick and easy identification. With six varieties of agates, as well as popular finds like Jasper, Quartz, and even Jade, this handy guide has the information you want. Narrow your choices by appearance, and view photos of just a few specimens at a time. The easy-to-use...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 7
Author: Dan R. Lynch
ISBN: 9781591939337
$995
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HPC054
Your essential portable guide to the most popular coastal flowers on the West Coast.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4.6 x 9
Author: Phillipa Hudson
ISBN: 9781550174731
$895
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MOU115
Perennial favorite in a new, convenient field-guide size Concise natural history facts about more than 60 native species No other guide duplicates Arno and Hammerly’s blend of expertise and visual artistry. Covering Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and north into Canada, they identify and illustrate more than 60 species of indigenous Northwestern trees by characteristic shape, size, needles or leaves, and cones or seeds. This essential guide: Provides an easy-to-use illustrated identification key based on the most reliable and non-technical features of each species Features the ecology and human history associated with...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: Stephen Arno
ISBN: 9781680513295
$2195
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RFP032
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 the entire North Pacific coast from Oregon through Washington and British Columbia to the wildlife rich waters of Alaska. . Printed in the USA on recycled paper
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Field Identification Guide
Dimensions (IN): 7 x 11
ISBN: 1888538880
$995
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FGG084
This FoldingGuide covers 56 mammals, both large and small, found in the Rocky Mountains and Pacific Northwest It includes bats, moles, rabbits, as well as the large signature mammals of the region such as elk, bears, foxes, bison and mountain lion. The range extends from the front range of the Rockies westward to the Pacific, northward to include the Canadian Rockies and southward to the Colorado/New Mexico border. Illustrations and text are by Fiona Reid, accomplished naturalist, author and illustrator of the Peterson Field Guide to MammalsTM, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. She lives in Milton, Ontario. Handy fold-out format: 6...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
ISBN: 9781621261827
$895
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MOU120
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 Dipper, Mountain Chickadee, and Varied Thrush. Features include: Clear color photos of each species Icons for habitat, conservation status Concise field listings detail common and Latin names, brief description, where to look for it, what it sounds like, fun facts Mini eco-regional map Ideal for hikers, backpackers, car campers,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 3.25 x 6.75
ISBN: 9781680515268
$795
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FGG081
• Laminated, indestructible, beach & waterproof • Instant access to just what you need to know • Written and illustrated by local experts • Perfect for backpack, beach bag, boat, or tacklebox
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 4.2 Folded
ISBN: 9781621261193
$995
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HPC141
This full-colour, laminated field guide is your introduction to the beauty and wonder of the gemstones found in the Pacific Northwest, a region famous for its variety and quality of earth treasures. From purple amethyst, carnelian, chalcedony, black and white onyx and emeralds to sodalite, sapphire and many more valuable stones—discover what lies in the rich geology just below your feet. This convenient brochure will help you to develop a keen eye for spotting gems in the rough and become more knowledgeable about local gemstones that are the equal of any in the world.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4.6 x 9
Author: Rick Hudson
ISBN: 9781550175097
$795
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AVK052
Get This Great Visual Guide to Mushrooms! Hundreds of full-color photographs with easy-to-understand text make this a perfect visual guide. Learn about more than 400 species of common wild mushrooms found in the Northwest states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. The species (from Morel Mushrooms to Shelf Mushrooms) are organized by shape, then by color, so you can identify them by their visual characteristics. Plus, with the Top Edibles and Top Toxics sections, you'll begin to learn which are the edible wild mushrooms. The information in the book, written by Teresa Marrone and Drew Parker, is accessible to beginners but useful for...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.5 x 6
Author: Teresa Marrone & Drew Parker
ISBN: 9781591937920
$1695
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FGG089
Humpback, Fin, Gray, Blue, and Minke Whales described  Other nearshore species included: Sea Lions, Sea Otter, and the Harbor Seal Illustrations and text by by Pieter Folkens, marine mammal expert and author/illustrator of  Guide to Marine Mammals of the World  (Knopf, 2014) Includes a detailed bathymetric map showing migration paths,  whale watching centers, places to view whales and seals from shore  Indestructible lamination – water and beachproof Instant access to just what you need to know. Perfect for those on a whale watch!
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9 Folded
Author: Pieter Folkens
ISBN: 9781621261803
$995
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QRP028
Did you ever wonder what type of trees are all around you? The forests of the Pacific Northwest are truly amazing. This guide will help you learn about 40 of the most common native species found in this region. Using crisp, clear photographs along with short, detailed descriptions you will learn which trees are present here. Each species depicted includes a short description of their features including size, leaves, flowers, fruit or cones, habitat and range. With this guide you will look at the common trees around you and be able to identify them! This 12-panel guide, conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 8
Author: J. Duane Sept
ISBN: 9781732875227
$895
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WPP003
A new and authoritative guide to the obscure markings found on glass fishing floats and balls. The author is well known for his expertise in this study. Heavily illustrated. Belongs in every beachcomber's rucksack.
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Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 6 x .3
Author: Walt Pich
ISBN: 9780965710824
$1995
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MOU058
The Pacific Coast Foraging Guide provides quick-reference identification for 40 wild foods commonly foraged in the Pacific Coast region, from the San Francisco Bay Area north to Alaska -- including mushrooms, nettles, shellfish, berries, sea veggies, and more. Designed to complement Jennifer Hahn's cookbook Pacific Feast as well as any foraging guide to the region, this laminated, fold-out card features identification photographs by Mac Smith, basic information about each species, and a summary of ethical harvesting guidelines.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 6.6 x 3.5 x 0.2
Author: Jennifer Hahn
ISBN: 9781594853999
$795
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AVK134
Get this tabbed booklet to garden insects and bugs, and learn how to identify and attract (or repel!) them. Brightly colored flowers, rich soil, and delicious nectar, the garden landscape is a bug’s paradise. It attracts the ones we want to see—like bees, butterflies, and lady beetles—but also the ones we don’t, such as grasshoppers, spider mites, and snails. Keep this convenient guide to garden bugs and insects close at hand. Designed for ease of use, the tabbed booklet is organized by group for quick identification. Narrow your choices by group, and view just a few creepy crawlies at a time. The professional photographs showcase...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 4.38 x 7.5 x 0.25"
Author: Jaret C. Daniels
ISBN: 9781647552947
$995
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MOU059
* 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 classic. Now fully updated and expanded by the original author, this elegant new edition is sure to become a modern staple in backpacks, kitchens, and personal libraries. A noted wild edibles authority, Doug Benoliel provides more than 65 thorough descriptions of the most common edible plants of the Pacific Northwest region, from asparagus to watercress,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 X 7.5
Author: Doug Benoliel
ISBN: 9781594853661
$1695
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QRP024
Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the Pacific Coast is an easy-to-use, 12-panel identification guide to 32 species of cetaceans that occur in the northeastern Pacific from Alaska to California. This convenient guide is designed to help quickly identify resident and migratory baleen whales, and toothed whales that include: sperm whales, beaked whales, killer whales, pilot whales, dolphins and porpoises. Each species illustration is highly detailed, scientifically accurate, and rendered in stunning full-color. The illustrations are accompanied by common and scientific names, adult lengths, and concise text that highlights key features,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9 Folded
Author: Val Kells
ISBN: 9781943334926
$895
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QRP012
Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest, Washington, Oregon and Idaho. This guide beautifully illustrates 84 species of butterfly along with their caterpillars found in the mountains, deserts, urban and coastal areas of the Pacific Northwest. This pocket-sized guide features stunning color photos in a side-by-side format that makes it ideal for field use. Included along with most of the more common species are several of the most unique species of the region. Common and scientific names, adult size, season when they can be found, and their caterpillar host plants are listed. Nature enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy using this marvelous guide.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 3.8 x 0.2 inches
Author: David James
ISBN: 978-1936913626
$895
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UCP002
For 70 years, people have turned to one book to learn about Northwest trees:  Trees to Know in Oregon.  This new edition, retitled  Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington,  expands its scope to cover more territory and include more trees.   The book was first published in 1950. Charles R. Ross, an Oregon State University Extension forester, wanted to introduce readers to the towering giants in their backyards. Since then, Edward C. Jensen has stewarded the publication through several more editions. This edition features several rare species native to southwest Oregon. It also updates scientific names and adds a new section on how...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Edward C. Jensen
ISBN: 9780870711206
$2000
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QRP033
The possible benefits of wild plants for human health and well-being are extensive! Early settlers from England and Europe brought their knowledge of edible plants and medical treatments with them to the New World. Indigenous peoples too developed a widespread knowledge of edible and medicinal plants. With this pamphlet you can use this valuable information to find the common species present in the Pacific Northwest. Additional information included in this guide includes: • Habitats where desirable species are located • How to harvest plants in an environmentally sustainable manor • Become aware of the plants that are poisonous to touch •...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
Author: J. Duane Sept
ISBN: 9781954018129
$895
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WFP195
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 waterproof paper for durability, this lightweight guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike. Made in the USA.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 8.5
Author: Waterford Press
ISBN: 9781620055526
$795
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HPC036
The Pacific Ocean off the west coast of North America - ranging from the south coast of Alaska to the Equator - encompasses many marine environments, from warm tropics to cold temperate waters, and from the shallow continental shelf to deep ocean canyons. A diverse number of marine mammals have adapted characteristics to survive and prosper in each of these environments. Beaked and sperm whales spend their time in the deep ocean. Most dolphin species favour warmer waters, while a few prefer cooler climes. Porpoises avoid the tropics altogether. Harbour seals stay near the temperate coast, as do sea otters. Marine Mammals of British...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 8
Author: Pieter Folkens
ISBN: 9781550172546
$795
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AVK049
Get the perfect guide to rocks and minerals of the Pacific Coast! Keep this tabbed booklet close at hand on your next rock-hunting adventure. Based on Dan R. Lynch and Bob Lynch’s best-selling field guides and featuring 52 of the most common and desirable rocks and minerals along the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington, the booklet is organized by rocks/minerals and then by general appearance for quick and easy identification. Narrow your choices by appearance, and view photos of just a few specimens at a time. The easy-to-use format means you’ll quickly find what you need to know. Plus, the quick guide is much easier to use...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.5 x 8
Author: Dan R. & Bob Lynch
ISBN: 9781591937753
$995
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WPC137
A comprehensive field guide to the butterflies of the Pacific Northwest from a renowned expert Easy to use and beautifully illustrated with more than 600 color photographs and nearly 200 maps,  Butterflies of the Pacific Northwest  is a must-have for nature lovers in Washington, Oregon, western Idaho, northern California, and British Columbia. The profiles include preferred common name for both genus and species, type locality, conservation status, the look and distinguishing traits of each butterfly, the preferred foodplants and nectar plants, habitat and range, and much more. 17 illustrative plates are included to help users...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.9 x 1.1 x 8.5 inches
Author: Robert Michael Pyle
ISBN: 9781604696936
$2999
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WPC129
Unleash the healing power of wild plants Pacific Northwest Medicinal Plants  is an accessible introduction to finding and using wild plants for health and wellness. Beginners seeking reliable advice and experienced practitioners on the hunt for new information alike will delight in the plant profiles, color photographs, step-by-step instruction for essential herbal remedies, and seasonal foraging tips. This indispensable guide to finding, harvesting, and using wild plants is for wildcrafters in Alaska, Oregon, Washington, northern California, and British Columbia.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): x 9.5
Author: Scott Kloos
ISBN: 9781604696578
$2799
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MOU119
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 flowering season, conservation status Concise field listings detail common and botanical names, description, where to look for it, alternate names, fun fact Mini eco-regional map Ideal for hikers, backpackers, car campers, paddlers, park visitors
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 3.25 x 6.75
$795
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AVK019
A field guide to rocks and minerals of Washington and Oregon, featuring photos and details needed for identifying and collecting.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.2 x 6
Author: Dan R. Lynch & Bob Lynch
ISBN: 9781591932932
$1495
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FGG097
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 to California (Johns Hopkins University Press, 2016). Visit http://valkellsillustration.com for more information. Indestructible lamination - water and beachproof.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
Author: Val Kells
ISBN: 9781621261766
$895
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LPP031
More than 200 species of common birds are grouped and color-coded for quick identification. Beautiful illustrations accompany the insightful text on behavior, seasonal occurrence and local range of species. 213 color illustrations.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.75 x 8.75
Author: Nancy Baron
ISBN: 9781551050829
$1995
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MOU079
The "what's that?" guide to Northwest plants and animals--now expanded, updated, and in full color!     * More than 700 color illustrations for easy identification * Expanded with new sections on mushrooms, insects, and rock identification * Handy color tabs for easy access, and quick reference index on back cover     Don't just call it a mushroom when it's a golden chanterelle; know your screech owl from your saw-whet owl; distinguish a monarch butterfly from a painted lady--all with the help of this comprehensive guide to the common plants and animals of the Cascade and Olympic Mountains....
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Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.3
Author: Stephen R. Whitney & Rob Sandelin
ISBN: 9780898868081
$2495
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FGG086
A laminated fold-out guide with 6 panels each 4″ X 9″. Perfect for backpack, glove compartment, or kitchen table. Includes 56 species- both common and exotic-found inshore, nearshore, and offshore waters off the coast of California from the California/Oregon border up to and including British Columbia. Includes sharks, rockfishes, salmons, and more. Detailed illustrations, concise descriptions, size specs, and conservation status. Illustrations by Val Kells, well known illustrator and marine fish expert, co-author of A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes from Alaska to California.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
ISBN: 9781621261759
$995
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WPC171
In  Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest , Steve Trudell describes and illustrates 493 species of the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in Oregon, Washington, southern British Columbia, Idaho, and western Montana. With helpful identification keys and photographs and a clear, color-coded layout,  Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest  is ideal for hikers, foragers, and natural history buffs and is the perfect tool for loving where you live.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6.5 x 8.5
Author: Steve Trudell
ISBN: 9781643260860
$2999
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UWP011
A practical, portable guide to more than 400 bird species of the Pacific NorthwestIn this updated edition of their best-selling field guide, renowned bird experts Tom Aversa, Richard Cannings, and Hal Opperman illuminate the key identification traits, vocalizations, seasonal statuses, habitat preferences, and feeding behaviors of bird species from British Columbia to southern Oregon.• Compact full-page accounts feature maps and more than 900 color photographs by the region's top bird photographers• Comprehensive revisions to taxonomic structure and sequencing of avian families to align with the most current print and online resources•...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 8.4 x 5.5
Author: Tom, Aversa
ISBN: 9780295748054
$2995
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HPC145
This portable 8-fold guide is the perfect companion to Phillipa Hudson's easy-to-use  Coastal Flowers of the Pacific Northwest , and features 112 spectacular photos of flowers found from the mid to alpine elevations on Vancouver Island and the Coast Mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Organized into a two-sided colour coded chart with a ruler printed on the back cover, this handy guide will aid in the quick identification of almost any flower one is likely to encounter in the higher realms of the Pacific Northwest, from exquisite yellow glacier lilies to elusive alpine pussy-toes. Labelled with both English and Latin names with...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 9.1 x 0.1 x 4.7
Author: Phillipa Hudson
ISBN: 9781550175400
$795
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HPC160
Rick Harbo, one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading marine writers and photographers, is back with a new addition to Harbour Publishing’s popular series of pocket-sized field guides.  A Field Guide to Marine Life of the Protected Waters of the Salish Sea  includes the most commonly observed species in the tide pools and protected waters of the Salish Sea―that intricate network of coastal waterways spanning southern BC and northwestern Washington. Covering invertebrates, fish and seaweeds, this guide includes key identification features, fun facts and habitat, as well as seventy colour photographs. Water-resistant and compact, this guide...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 5 x 9
Author: Rick M. Harbo
ISBN: 9781550178531
$795
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AVK127
Get this handy booklet to common bees (and their look-alikes) of the western USA, and learn how to identify them. Bees are beloved garden visitors and are essential to a healthy ecosystem. We welcome their arrival and celebrate their vital work as pollinators, supporting the growth of flowers, plants, and trees. If you see bees in your area, keep this convenient guide close at hand. Designed for ease of use, the booklet is organized by group for quick identification. Narrow your choices by group, and view just a few bees at a time. The professional photographs showcase more than 170 species—including bee look-alikes, such as...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 4.25 x 7.5 x 0.5"
Author: Ryan Bartlett
ISBN: 9781647553630
$995
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MOU134
Key characteristics for each species to aid in identification Full-color photographs depicting each featured species Includes recipes for simple backcountry fare to elaborate dishes With details for harvesting everything from the ever-popular golden chanterelles to the red-cracked bolete,  Fruits of the Forest  will appeal to both the novice and the avid mushroom hunter. Lifelong mushroom educator and expert Daniel Winkler presents more than 200 edible wild mushrooms that flourish across our region, from Northern California to British Columbia. Comprehensive yet accessible and full of personality, this...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: Daniel Winkler
ISBN: 9781680515305
$2495
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HPC161
The common marine life of the transition waters and more exposed coasts of the Salish Sea are abundant and diverse: giant green anemones, amazing sea stars and thick kelp forests. This eight-fold field guide is a useful aid to coastal exploration from BC to Washington and beyond with over seventy colour photographs to help explorers identify the most common marine wildlife. The travel-friendly pocket guide is packed full of fascinating marine creatures that will capture the interest and imagination of anyone along the Outer Coast―visitor or resident, young or old.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 5 x 9
Author: Rick M. Harbo
ISBN: 9781550178555
$795
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CPC002
Welcome to the secret world of tracks, sign and the animals that made them. Signs of the who, what and where of wildlife are all around us, even when their makers are too shy to come closer. This new guide is the key to unlocking the natural world that shares our environment, by day and by night. All we have to do is take the time to observe and interpret the signs. The book features nearly 50 species with photos of tracks, scat and other sign, as well as drawings of tracks, track patterns, distribution maps and interesting details on the appearance, habitat and behavior of each species. Information on 20 additional species is...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: J. Duane Sept
ISBN: 9780973981957
$1495
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MOU136
* The first comprehensive field guide to the San Juans * Also covers the Gulf Islands and southern Vancouver Island * Includes an annotated checklist of all vascular plants recorded for San Juan County Washington's jewel-like San Juan Islands, outdoor playground for both foot-and water-borne visitors, are also a joy and curiosity for the flower and plant lover, both amateur and professional. On these hilly, rocky islands, wild plants appear that would seem more properly to belong in the desert areas of eastern Washington, while other plants, common as grass in the western part of the state, are strangely absent from the Islands....
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: Scott Atkinson
ISBN: 9780898863567
$1495
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AVK051
Learn to identify the Pacific Northwest’s wildflowers. At the cabin, in the park, or on a hike, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. Featuring only wildflowers of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, this booklet by George Miller is organized by color for quick and easy identification. When you see a wildflower in nature, open the correct colored tab and view photographs of just a few wildflowers at a time. The easy-to-use format and detailed images, with key markings of more than 150 species, help to ensure positive ID for even casual observers. The pocket-sized format is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 7
Author: George Miller
ISBN: 9781591938279
$995
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AVK123
Get this tabbed booklet to garden insects and bugs, and learn how to identify and attract (or repel!) them. Brightly colored flowers, rich soil, and delicious nectar, the garden landscape is a bug’s paradise. It attracts the ones we want to see—like bees, butterflies, and lady beetles—but also the ones we don’t, such as grasshoppers, spider mites, and snails. Keep this convenient guide to garden bugs and insects close at hand. Designed for ease of use, the tabbed booklet is organized by group for quick identification. Narrow your choices by group, and view just a few creepy-crawlies at a time. The professional photographs showcase...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 7
Author: Jaret C. Daniels
ISBN: 9781647552459
$995
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MOU135
* Explains the geologic natural history of the North Cascades * Appeals to hikers who are fascinated by the region, as well as amateur geologists * Authors are both geologists with the US Geological Survey Composed of everything from volcanic island arcs and deep ocean sediments, to parts of old continents and even pieces of the deep subcrustal mantle of the earth, Washington's North Cascade region is a true geologic mosaic. Here, authors Tabor and Haugerud reveal that the spectacular scenery of these mountains is matched by equally spectacular geology. Beginning with a summary of the geologic history of the North Cascades,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Rowland Tabor & Ralph Haugerud
ISBN: 9780898866230
$2495
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WFP040
Vancouver 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 city-wide birding hotspots. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 8.25 X 3.69
Author: James Kavanagh
ISBN: 9781583555491
$795
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CPC005
Trees are all around us, yet we often take them for granted. Some live more than 1,500 years, others produce spectacular color displays in the autumn, many have medicinal properties, at least one tree releases its seeds in fire. This concise, attractive guide features 49 amazing species along with more than 190 crisp full-color photos. Images show entire trees and also details of flowers, cones, fruit and bark. Species information includes detailed descriptions and specific notes on habitat, range, unique characteristics, along with a range map and key identification features. This new guide makes identification of trees and tall shrubs...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: J. Duane Sept
ISBN: 9780973981940
$1495
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WFP060
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 birds. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 8.25 X 3.69
Author: James Kavanagh
ISBN: 9781583550892
$795
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CPC011
NEw field guide
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.5 x 8.5
Author: J Duane Sept
ISBN: 9780995226616
$1495
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WPP001
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.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 X 9
Author: Walt Pich
ISBN: 965710807
$1995
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WFP016
Washington State Birds is a portable reference guide featuring the most commonly seen birds in Washington. This pocket-sized, folding guide is printed on laminate material and can be easily carried in the field. A state map highlights birding sanctuaries and the colorful illustrations completes this easy-to-access avian reference.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 8.25 X 3.69
Author: James Kavanagh
ISBN: 9781583551196
$895
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GPT198
Who has traveled this trail before you? Scats and Tracks of the Pacific Coast will help you determine which mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians have passed your way and could possibly be nearby. With written descriptions accompanies by illustrations, this guide features the tracks, scats, and other signs of 70 different species occurring from Santa Barbara to British Columbia. Also included are useful body size comparisons and easy-to-use track length and scat width measurements for each species. This guide will let you know if a snake, coyote, or even a grizzly bear has been your way. Written by experienced tracker and scientist Dr....
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4.4 x 0.4 x 7
Author: James Halfpenny
ISBN: 9781493009954
$1295
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WFP189
One of the most varied and spectacular natural areas in California, Big Sur's pristine beaches and rich forests are teeming with unique wildlife including sea otters, elephant seals, California condors and hundreds of species of butterflies, birds, reptiles, amphibians and land mammals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a regional map of the parks, forests and sanctuaries in the region. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4.5 x 8.5
ISBN: 9781583559802
$795
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IPS237
In this groundbreaking and meticulously field-tested guide, the rich variety of Sierra life—trees, wildflowers, ferns, fungi, lichens, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals, and insects—comes alive. Easy-to-use features include: Intuitive organization, color tabs, and simple keys Similar-looking species side by side Over 2,800 full-color illustrations Range maps of species that are otherwise difficult to distinguish Index of common and scientific names Lightweight and compact—ideal for backpacking   Impressively detailed and comprehensive, the guide includes: More...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
Author: John Muir Laws
ISBN: 9781597140522
$2600
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BCP011
California Trees   explores the majestic and diverse world of California’s largest organisms. It is a comprehensive guide celebrating the beauty and ecological significance of the state’s 95 native species. From the towering redwoods of the northern coast to the iconic Joshua trees of the desert, this book takes readers on a journey through the state’s varied landscapes, showcasing the remarkable diversity of its arboreal inhabitants. With detailed profiles for each species, including identification tips, habitat descriptions, and cultural or historical significance, the book is a perfect companion for nature enthusiasts, hikers,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Field Identification Guide
Author: Matt Ritter & Michael Kauffmann
ISBN: 9781941624333
$2495
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RAN294
Simply the best and most complete mushroom field guide and reference book, MUSHROOMS DEMYSTIFIED includes descriptions and keys to more than 2,000 species of mushrooms, with more than 950 photographs. Mushroom authority David Arora provides a beginner's checklist of the 70 most distinctive and common mushrooms, plus detailed chapters on terminology, classification, habitats, mushroom cookery, mushroom toxins, and the meanings of scientific mushroom names. Beginning and experienced mushroom hunters everywhere will find MUSHROOMS DEMYSTIFIED a delightful, informative, and indispensible companion.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Author: David Arora
ISBN: 9780898151695
$4200
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ING042
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 first time or are an experienced rockhound or "prospector," with a simple rock hammer and a little luck, you too can strike it rich ... or at the very least, have fun trying. This guide offers you easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of “fee dig” mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 1.1 x 22.9
Author: Kathy J. Rygle & Stephen F. Pederson
ISBN: 9780990415282
$2199
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WFP202
Nevada is largely situated in the Great Basin, which is interspersed with many small mountain ranges running north to south. There is also the low-lying Mojave Desert, with its abundant cacti. Within these two ecoregions is a diverse array of animals, including Desert Bighorn Sheep (the state mammal), Mountain Bluebird (the state bird), and Desert Tortoise (the state reptile). When spring rains elicit the phenomenal blooming of desert wildflowers, butterflies and hummingbirds abound. To better acquaint you with the natural history of the Silver State, we have packaged together three portable references―Birds, Trees & Wildflowers, and...
Product Type : Map
Book Type: Field Identification Guide
Dimensions (IN): 9.25 x 4.25
Author: James, Kavanagh
ISBN: 9781620051535
$1795
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FGG096
This FoldingGuide covers 49 mammals, both large and small, found in the Pacific Northwest from the California/Oregon border up and including British Columbia. It includes bats, moles, rabbits, as well as the large signature mammals of the region such as elk, bears, foxes, and cougars. The range extends from the front range of the Rockies westward to the Pacific, northward to include the Canadian Rockies and southward to the Colorado/New Mexico border. Illustrations and text are by Fiona Reid, accomplished naturalist, author and illustrator of the Peterson Field Guide to Mammals, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. She lives in Milton,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 4 x 9
Author: Fiona Reid
ISBN: 9781621262732
$995
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AVK096
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 you. Award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela has written best-selling bird identification guides for almost every state. In   Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Pacific Northwest , he provides the information you need to become a skilled birder in Oregon and Washington. The first section of the book presents...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5 x 7
Author: Stan Tekiela
ISBN: 9781647551216
$1695
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FGG085
• Laminated, indestructible, beach & waterproof • Instant access to just what you need to know • Written and illustrated by local experts • Perfect for backpack, beach bag, boat, or tacklebox
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 4.2 Folded
ISBN: 9781621261254
$995
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LPP033
Frogs, toads and salamanders are important indicators of the quality of the environment, and they're cute little critters too. Newly revised and updated, this innovative field guide describes the life histories, habitat requirements and vulnerabilities of 38 species of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest. Color photographs and illustrated keys help identify all life stages of each species. As well, a multitude of fascinating details about amphibians are provided, including:· habitat preferences· tips for finding them· planning amphibian surveys· their activity through the seasons· guidelines for handling and measuring them· photography...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5.75 x 0.5 x 8.75
Author: Charlotte Corkran
ISBN: 9781772130805
$1995
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FGG106
This handy FoldingGuide(TM) includes 53 species of mammals, reptiles, and birds whose tracks and scat are most commonly found. Each entry includes a thumbnail illustration of the animal, detailed track and scat illustrations with precise size dimensions, and a caption and call-outs to help point out the fine details necessary to make accurate identifications. This guide covers the Pacific Northwestern region, including: Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia. Both text and illustrations are by Dr. Mark Elbroch, a recognized expert on wildlife tracking. He is the Director of the Puma Program for Panthera, an organization devoted...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Author: Mark Elbroch
ISBN: 9781621264231
$995
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AVK133
Identify Alaska birds with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. Make bird-watching in Alaska even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. This handy book features 156 species of Alaska birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 156 species:...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 4.38 x 6 x 0.75"
Author: Stan Tekiela
ISBN: 9781647553661
$1895
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WPP004
This is Walt Pichs new book everyone has been waiting for! Glass Ball Shapes, 2014 edition, all about Japanese glass fishing net float shapes. It was written by Walt Pich of Ocean Shores, Washington. 158 pages of shapes and known information about every odd shape known to be produced into a Japanese glass fishing float. Walts new book gives you all the info ever known in the glass float collectors circle. This book is the most extensive glass float shapes book ever printed. 
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Author: Walt Pich
ISBN: 9780965710831
$2000
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