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Author
Publisher
Greystone Books
Pub. Date
c2022.
Language
English
Description
"When you walk in the woods, do you use all five senses to explore your surroundings? For most of us, the answer is no - but when we do engage all our senses, a walk in the woods can go from pleasant to immersive and restorative. Forest Walking teaches you how to get the most out of your next adventure by becoming a forest detective, decoding nature's signs and awakening to the ancient past and thrilling present of the ecosystem around you. What can...
Author
Series
Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
In Wildlife Anatomy, the latest entry in Julia Rothman's series of Anatomy books, Rothman captures the excitement and distinctive attributes of wild animals around the world. The book is packed with hundreds of her charming, original illustrations, detailing the unique features of animals of the rainforest, desert, grasslands, oceans, and much more. From lions, bears, and zebras to monkeys, mongoose, bats, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and much more,...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Across 193 million acres of forests, mountains, deserts, watersheds, and grasslands, national forests provide a multitude of uses as diverse as America itself. They welcome 170 million visitors each year to hike, bike, paddle, ski, fish, and hunt. But 'the people's lands' offer more than just recreation. Lost habitats are recovered, timber is harvested, and endangered wildlife is protected as part of the Forest Service's enduring mission. In Our...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Wildfire season is burning longer and hotter, affecting more and more people, especially in the west. Land on Fire explores the fascinating science behind this phenomenon and the ongoing research to find a solution. This gripping narrative details how years of fire suppression and chronic drought have combined to make the situation so dire. Award-winning nature writer Gary Ferguson brings to life the extraordinary efforts of those responsible for...
Author
Publisher
Nourish Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
A fun, informative and practical introduction to safely foraging with kids, from the UK's bestselling foraging author. In today's world of increasingly sedentary lifestyles and a growing detachment from the food that we eat, it has never been more important to encourage children to put down their screens, get outside and engage with the natural world around them. Foraging with Kids is a fun, practical book for parents to work through with their children...
Author
Publisher
Skyhorse Pub
Pub. Date
©2010
Language
English
Description
Presents fourteen narratives of people whose lives and vocations have been inspired by forests and trees, illuminating the beauty and value of this important resource and offering suggestions for getting involved in conservation --
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
The explorer and conservationist relives his amazing odyssey exploring the heart of the most biodiversity-rich place on the planet -- the Madre de Dios (Mother of God) region of Peru, where the Amazon River begins its massive flow from the Andean mountain cloud forests into the lowland Amazon rainforest.
10) The Yosemite
Author
Publisher
Doubleday
Pub. Date
[1962]
Language
English
Description
John Muir, famous for his naturalist essays and books, was over 70 years old when he wrote "The Yosemite" as a reflection on the beauty of the national park. Muir was a naturalist, so he was highly invested in describing the landscape, flora, and fauna of Yosemite National Park. He even said that "no temple with manmade hands can compare with Yosemite." Muir knew the terrain well, having hiked and climbed Cathedral Peak, Mount Dana, and the old Indian...