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The best field guides for identifying wild plants, herbs, and flowers. Useful for foragers and nature lovers alike.
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Foraging Wild Edible Plants of North America: More than 150 Delicious Recipes Using Nature's Edibles
Foraging Wild Edible Plants of North America: More than 150 Delicious Recipes Using Nature's Edibles
GPT196
$22.95  
Paperback, Christopher Nyerges, 224 pages, 6 x 0.5 x 9, 9781493005185
Edible wild plants are nature’s natural food source, growing along roadsides, sprouting in backyards, and blooming in country fields. North America’s diverse geography overflows with edible plant species. From alyssum to watercress, chicory to purslane,  Foraging Wild Plants of North America...
Luschiim’s Plants: Traditional Indigenous Foods, Materials and Medicines
Luschiim’s Plants: Traditional Indigenous Foods, Materials and Medicines
HPC168
$29.95  
Paperback, Dr Luschiim Arvid Charlie, 288 pages, 6 x 9, 9781550179453
An invaluable compendium of Hul′q′umi′num′ traditional knowledge. Respected Cowichan Tribe Elder and botanical expert, Luschiim Arvid Charlie, began his education in early childhood, learning from his great grandparents and others of their generation.  Luschiim’s Plants  represents his...
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...
Dangerous Animals & Plants Dangerous Animals & Plants Dangerous Animals & Plants
Dangerous Animals & Plants
WFP053
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583553091
Dangerous Animals and Plants is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for the nature enthusiast interested in poisonous and venomous North American plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 90 species of dangerous birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects,...
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...
Backyard Foraging: 65 Familiar Plants You Didn't Know You Could Eat
Backyard Foraging: 65 Familiar Plants You Didn't Know You Could Eat
WPC024
$16.99  
Paperback, Ellen Zachos, 9781612120096
Due March 2013. You don't need to trek into the forest to forage edible plants. Ideal for first-time foragers, this book features 70 edible weeds, flowers, mushrooms, and ornamental plants typically found in urban or suburban neighborhoods. . You'll be amazed by how many of the plants you see...
Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
AVK051
$9.95  
Spiral, George Miller, 24 pages, 4 x 7, 9781591938279
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...
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide
WPC025
$16.99  
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...
A Field Guide to Foraging for Wild Greens and Flowers
A Field Guide to Foraging for Wild Greens and Flowers
HPC153
$8.95  
Pamphlet, Michelle Nelson, 8 pages, 4.6 x 8.8, 9781550176872
A Field Guide to Foraging for Wild Greens and Flowers  pinpoints easy-to-find greens and flowers that many don't realize are edible--such as dandelion, clover, chicory, sheep's sorrel and lamb's quarters--and also introduces readers to the delicious leaves of such native plants as goldenrod and...
Washington State Trees & Wildflowers Washington Trees & Wildflowers Washington Trees & Wildflowers
Washington State Trees & Wildflowers
WFP017
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583551202
Washington State Trees and Wildflowers is a pocket-sized, folding nature guide highlighting the most commonly seen trees and wildflowers in Washington. Laminated for durability, these handy guides are a great source of portable information on the trail or in your backyard. Distinctive color...
Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants: 2nd Edition
Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants: 2nd Edition
SPB009
$22.95  
Paperback, Bradford Angier, 9780811734479
First-ever revision of a classic guidebookEssential information on each plant's characteristics, distribution, and edibility as well as updated taxonomy and 18 new speciesHow to find, prepare, and eat plants growing in the wildThis illustrated guide to North American wild edibles has been a...
Common Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest: British Columbia, Washington & Oregon
Common Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest: British Columbia, Washington & Oregon
CPC011
$14.95  
Paperback, J Duane Sept, 96 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780995226616
NEw field guide
Field Guide to Medicinal Wild Plants: 2nd Edition
Field Guide to Medicinal Wild Plants: 2nd Edition
SPB015
$22.95  
Paperback, Bradford Angier, Revised by David K. Foster, 9780811734936
First-ever revision of a classic guidebook Information on each plant's characteristics, distribution, and medicinal qualities as well as updated taxonomy and 15 new species How to identify and use wild plants for medicinal purposes This illustrated guide to North American wild...
Northwest Weeds: The Ugly and Beautiful Villains of Fields, Gardens, and Roadsides
Northwest Weeds: The Ugly and Beautiful Villains of Fields, Gardens, and Roadsides
MPP014
$14.00  
Paperback, Ronald J. Taylor, 183 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780878422494
Northwest Weeds describes and illustrates the prominent and ever-present weeds of the northwestern United States and adjacent Canada. Full-color photographs and the accompanying text emphasize the weeds' identifying characteristics. The book includes information on the origin, distribution,...
Foraging for Wild Edible Foods: A Folding Pocket Guide to Sustainable Practices & Harvesting Techniques
Foraging for Wild Edible Foods: A Folding Pocket Guide to Sustainable Practices & Harvesting Techniques
WFP161
$7.95  
Pamphlet, James Kavanagh, 12 pages, 4 x 8, 9781620052785
Foraging involves finding, identifying and harvesting wild edible plants. It is a healthy outdoor activity that puts one in touch with nature and provides a bounty of fresh, nutritious, free food. This handy pocket guide provides simplified reference to the approved practices for harvesting wild...
Pacific Northwest Wildflowers (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
Pacific Northwest Wildflowers (Laminated 2-Sided Card)
MAC015
$5.95  
Laminated, 11.7 x 7.2, 9780898862874
Two-sided plastic laminated cards developed by a teacher of marine science. Color drawings, common and scientific names, information on size and habitat.
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: Wildflowers, Blooms & Blossoms
Take-Along Guide: Wildflowers, Blooms & Blossoms
GPT213
$7.95  
Paperback, Diane Burns, 48 pages, 8.5 x 8.5, 9781559716420
The popular  Take-Along Guide  series introduces children to “reading” who lives in a given environment by looking for clues. This title introduces children to thirty different wildflowers and features activities such as making a simple flower press. Children ages 5 to 10 will enjoy the...
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...
Hawaii Trees & Wildflowers Hawaii Trees & Wildflowers Hawaii Trees & Wildflowers
Hawaii Trees & Wildflowers
WFP030
$7.95  
Folding Pocket Guide, James Kavanagh, 6 pages, 8.25 X 3.69, 9781583555095
Hawaii Trees & Wildflowers is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide to familiar trees, shrubs, food plants and wildflowers. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 110 familiar species and includes a map featuring prominent state-wide botanical sanctuaries. Because of the rich...
Backyard Medicine: Harvest and Make Your Own Herbal Remedies
Backyard Medicine: Harvest and Make Your Own Herbal Remedies
SKY039
$14.95  
Paperback, Julie BrutonSeal & Matthew Seal, 9781602397019
"A wonderful book that all herbalists need. It embodies a heartfelt love of herbalism combined with clearly articulated scientific insights"-David Hoffmann B. Sc. , FNIMH, Medical Herbalist. Backyard Medicine is a beautiful book, packed with nearly 300 color photographs and over 120 herbal...
A Field Guide to Coastal Flowers of the Pacific Northwest (Folding Pocket Guide)
A Field Guide to Coastal Flowers of the Pacific Northwest (Folding Pocket Guide)
HPC054
$8.95  
Pamphlet, Phillipa Hudson, 10 pages, 4.6 x 9, 9781550174731
Your essential portable guide to the most popular coastal flowers on the West Coast.
A Field Guide to Edible Fruits and Berries of the Pacific Northwest
A Field Guide to Edible Fruits and Berries of the Pacific Northwest
HPC144
$7.95  
Pamphlet, Richard J. Hebda, 3 pages, 4.5 x 0.3 x 8.8, 9781550176469
If wild berry foragers followed vague advice such as "berries of red and you'll soon be dead" or "berries of blue will do harm to you" imagine how many of nature's delicacies would be passed by! On the other hand, for anyone who has thought twice before popping that delicious-looking morsel into...
Trees and Shrubs of the Pacific Northwest
Trees and Shrubs of the Pacific Northwest
WPC122
$29.95  
Flex, Mark Turner & Ellen Kuhlmann, 448 pages, 6 x 1.1 x 8.5, 9781604692631
In  Trees and Shrubs of the Pacific Northwest,  Mark Turner and Ellen Kuhlman cover 568 species of woody plants that can be found in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and northern California. The comprehensive field guides features introductory chapters on the native landscape and plant...
Pacific Seaweeds: Updated and Expanded Edition
Pacific Seaweeds: Updated and Expanded Edition
HPC154
$28.95  
Paperback, Louis Druehl, 320 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9781550177374
This updated and expanded guide thoroughly documents every aspect of seaweed life, from species identification and seaweed biology to the essential--and often surprising--roles seaweed plays in the marine ecosystem and our everyday lives. Seaweeds are used in everything from cosmetics to...
Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest
WPC138
$29.95  
Flexicover, Mark Turner, 512 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780881927450
Featuring more than 1240 stunning color photographs, this comprehensive field guide will remain a trusted, authoritative trailside reference for years to come. It describes and illustrates 1220 commonly encountered species, both native and nonnative, including perennials, annuals, and shrubs....
Wild Berries of the Northwest
Wild Berries of the Northwest
CPC003
$14.95  
Paperback, J. Duane Sept, 96 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780973981933
Discover nearly 100 species of the wild berries and other fruits that grow all around us in the rich ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest. Many of these fruits are edible and delicious, but others are not edible, and this guide will help you distinguish the ones you can eat from those that are...
Field Guide to the Cascades & Olympics
Field Guide to the Cascades & Olympics
MOU079
$24.95  
Paperback, Stephen R. Whitney & Rob Sandelin, 317 pages, 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.3, 9780898868081
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...
PACIFIC COAST FORAGING GUIDE: 40 Wild Foods from Beach, Field, and Forest (Folding Pocket Guide)
PACIFIC COAST FORAGING GUIDE: 40 Wild Foods from Beach, Field, and Forest (Folding Pocket Guide)
MOU058
$7.95  
Fold out pocket guide -laminated, Jennifer Hahn, 12 pages, 6.6 x 3.5 x 0.2, 9781594853999
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...
A Field Guide to Seaweeds of the Pacific Northwest
A Field Guide to Seaweeds of the Pacific Northwest
HPC151
$7.95  
Pamphlet, Bridgette Clarkston, 37 x 9, 9781550177039
Rich in nutrients, used in products from cosmetics to explosives to fertilizers, and vital to our coastal marine ecosystems, seaweeds can be found on any rocky shore or beach in the Pacific Northwest. The pocket-sized  Field Guide to Seaweeds of the Pacifc Northwest  is packed with full-colour...
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...
Edible and Medicinal Plants of The Northwest
Edible and Medicinal Plants of The Northwest
CPC001
$14.95  
Paperback, J. Duane Sept, 96 pages, 5.5 x 8.5, 9780973981988
The edible and medicinal wild plants of the Northwest have a long history of traditional use, with some remarkable success stories. Hundreds or perhaps thousands of years experience with the nourishing and healing properties of indigenous plants have been passed down through generations of...
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