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Shells of Texas

ISBN: 978-1-936913-21-3
Authors: Jeanne L. Murphy and Brian W. Lane


This colorful, educational guide is an excellent resource for identifying the shells, common sea beans and other coastal drift found in beach, bay and related coastal habitats. Great for all ages and is perfect for anyone who enjoys the coastal areas whether briefly visiting the beach to nature enthusiasts and beachcombers.

This conveniently sized guide features photographs grouped by color of some of Texas’ common, uncommon and highly sought shelled animals. Other aquatic coastal animals are also included, plus important information about the wrack line and the coastal drift treasures hidden there.

Common and scientific names, shell ranges, maximum sizes, and other features are described in this guide. Field identification assistance and educational tips are also presented. This pocket-sized, 12-panel, laminated, waterproof guide is great for outdoor coastal experiences.

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Shells of North Carolina, South Carolina & Georgia

ISBN: 978-1-936913-24-4
Authors: Jeanne L. Murphy and Brian W. Lane


This colorful, educational guide is an excellent resource for identifying the shells, common sea beans and other coastal drift found in beach, bay and related coastal habitats.

Great for all ages and is perfect for anyone who enjoys the coastal areas whether briefly visiting the beach to nature enthusiasts and beachcombers.

This conveniently sized guide features photographs grouped by color of some of North Carolina/South Carolina/Georgia’s common, uncommon and highly sought shelled animals.

Other aquatic coastal animals are also included, plus important information about the wrack line and the coastal drift treasures hidden there.

Common and scientific names, shell ranges, maximum sizes, and other features are described in this guide. Field identification assistance and educational tips are also presented. This pocket-sized, 12-panel, laminated, waterproof guide is great for outdoor coastal experiences.

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Shells of Florida: Atlantic Ocean and the Florida Keys

ISBN: 978-1-936913-23-7
Authors: Jeanne L. Murphy and Brian W. Lane


This colorful, educational guide is an excellent resource for identifying the shells, common sea beans and other coastal drift found in beach, lagoon and bay habitats. Great for all ages and is perfect for anyone who enjoys the coastal areas whether briefly visiting the beach to nature enthusiasts and beachcombers.

This conveniently sized guide features photographs grouped by color of some of Florida’s common, uncommon and highly sought shelled animals. Other aquatic coastal animals are also included, plus important information about the wrack line and the coastal drift treasures hidden there.

Common and scientific names, shell ranges, maximum sizes, and other features are described in this guide. Field identification assistance and educational tips are also presented. This pocket-sized, 12-panel, laminated, waterproof guide is great for outdoor coastal experiences.

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Shells of Florida: Gulf of Mexico

ISBN: 978-1-936913-22-0
Authors: Jeanne L. Murphy and Brian W. Lane


This colorful, educational guide is an excellent resource for identifying the shells, common sea beans and other coastal drift found in beach, lagoon and bay habitats. Great for all ages and is perfect for anyone who enjoys the coastal areas whether briefly visiting the beach to nature enthusiasts and beachcombers.
This conveniently sized guide features photographs grouped by color of some of Florida’s common, uncommon and highly sought shelled animals. Other aquatic coastal animals are also included, plus important information about the wrack line and the coastal drift treasures hidden there.
Common and scientific names, shell ranges, maximum sizes, and other features are described in this guide. Field identification assistance and educational tips are also presented. This pocket-sized, 12-panel, laminated, waterproof guide is great for outdoor coastal experiences.

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Trees of New York City, including Central Park and Long Island

ISBN: 978-1-936913-18-3
Authors: Randi Minetor and Nic Minetor


Trees of New York City, including Central Park and Long Island: A Guide to Common Native Species
What trees are in your favorite grove in Central Park, or along the roadsides on Long Island? Now you can identify them quickly with this convenient, easy-to-use field guide, containing more than 60 vibrant color photos.

Grouped by mature size and photographed to display their most distinguishing characteristics—leaf shape, flower, seed, nut, or fruit—common native trees in this guide can be found in Central Park, Prospect Park, the High Line, Jones Beach and Robert Moses State Parks, Gateway National Recreation Area, Fire Island National Seashore, and on the streets of New York City. Accompanying text points out the unique features of each tree, to help you tell one tree from another in no time. Six double-sided, waterproof panels fold up to fit into your back pocket, waist pack or purse.

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Tracks, Scats and Signs of Rocky Mountain Mammals

ISBN: 978-1-936913-10-7
Title: Tracks, Scats and Signs of Rocky Mountain Mammals: A Guide to Identification in the Wild
Author(s): James Halfpenny

The wild mammals of the Rocky Mountains 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 guide for use in track-scene investigation.

Color photos show common and some rare mammals of the Rocky Mountains along with selected tracks, scats, and signs to facilitate visual identification of the animal or its trail. Mammals are listed by common and scientific name. Useful identification features including weight and size describe animals and signs, respectively, to facilitate field identification. Text explains behavioral, ecological, and habitat relationships for each species. This pocket-sized, 12-panel, laminated, waterproof guide is great for those who wish to know the outdoors.

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Butterflies of the Rocky Mountains

ISBN: 978-1-936913-15-2
Title: Butterflies of the Rocky Mountains: A Guide to Common and Notable Species
Author(s): Roland “Ro” Wauer

This waterproof guide beautifully illustrates over 80 species of butterflies and most of their caterpillars found in the Rocky Mountains, including all of the national parks: Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Canyonlands, Zion, and Grand Canyon. This pocket-sized guide features color photos in a side-by-side format that makes it idea for field use. The guide includes, along with many of the more common species, several of the region’s most unique species: Rocky Mountain Parnassian; Pale Swallowtail; Large Marble; Pine White; Tailed, Edith’s, Blue, and Lilac-bordered coppers; Western Pine Elfin; Arrowhead, Greenish, and Arctic blues; Milbert’s Tortoiseshell; Gillett’s, Arachne, and Sagebrush checkerspots; Great Spangled, Zerene, and Frigga fritillaries; Hayden’s Ringlet; Small Wood-Nymph; Grizzled and Arctic Skippers; and Western Branded-Skipper. 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.

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Wildflowers of Central and Southern Utah

ISBN: 978-1-936913-13-8
Title: Wildflowers of Central and Southern Utah: A Guide to Common and Rare Native Species
Author(s): William R. Gray

Home to 9 National Parks, Monuments and Recreation Areas, this region is renowned for outstanding  canyon and desert scenery, which continues into adjacent Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado.

A stunning array of wildflowers is found, especially in the Spring months: Spring extends from March in the lower deserts to July in the high plateaus above 11,000 ft. Vivid color photographs highlight a cross-section of these beautiful native flowers, with text describing key features such as size, habitat and blooming period.

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Wildflowers of the Northern Rocky Mountains-Idaho, Montana, and Northern Utah

ISBN: 978-1-936913-12-1
Title: Wildflowers of the Northern Rocky Mountains-Idaho, Montana, and Northern Utah: A Guide to Common and Notable Species
Author(s): William R. Gray

This area includes 3 major National Parks (Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier/Waterton), plus a host of mountain ranges – from the Wasatch and Uintas of Northern Utah to the Canadian border.

Almost 100 beautiful species have been chosen to illustrate the enormous range of colors and forms that are to be found from the valleys up to almost 14,000 feet. Vivid color photographs are supplemented by text describing key features such as size, habitat and blooming period. A companion guide to the Southern Rockies almost doubles the number of species, many of which are found in both regions.

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Wildflowers of the Southern Rocky Mountains-Northern New Mexico, Colorado, and Southern Wyoming

ISBN:978-1-936913-11-4
Title: Wildflowers of the Southern Rocky Mountains-Northern New Mexico, Colorado, and Southern Wyoming: A Guide to Common and Notable Species
Author(s): Janis Lindsey Huggins

Encompassing a multitude of National Parks, Monuments, National Forests and Wilderness Areas, the southern Rocky Mountains are celebrated for striking alpine scenery and contain the highest mountains in the Rocky Mountain system.

A dazzling display of native wildflowers cloaks meadows, mountains, forests and streams in this region that stretches from southern Wyoming through Colorado and into northern New Mexico. Striking color photographs portray a cross section of this rich diversity, with text describing key identifying features such as size, habitat and blooming period with reference to similar species.

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