Guides

Make bird watching even more enjoyable! With Michigan’s best-selling bird guide, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to...

Jump-start curiosity with this take-along field guide for children ages 4 and up. From worms, birds, and spiders to trees, flowers, and clouds, you...

Owling invites young readers into the world of real-life owls, to learn about their fascinating behaviors and abilities. Wildlife photojournalist a...

Some wild edible plants have poisonous look-alikes, and it is important to know the difference when harvesting. Edible Wild Plants is a simplifie...

This guide profiles 40 common feeder birds found in the Midwest along with feeder types and recommended foods for attracting each species.

The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who apprec...

Hardcover Smyth-sewn casebound book, with jacket.132 pages with more than 110 full-color reproductions.Size: 11¼ x 11¼ in. Presenting more than 110...

The Great Lakes State is the permanent or migratory home of 442 species of birds, including the state bird – the American robin. This beautifully i...

Butterfly identification is now simple for everyone! This handy field guide focuses on 147 species of Michigan butterflies. Perfect for backyard or...

Bringing the world of TREES to your fingertips, FANDEX presents a foolproof field guide. Four visual keys plus descriptions of habitat combine to g...

A guide to rearing butterflies and moths in a butterfly-friendly garden. This exciting title is for butterfly lovers and gardeners who not only wan...

At the cabin, in the garden or on a hike, keep this tabbed booklet close at hand. When you see a common bird, flip open the colored tab and browse ...

The Kids’ Guide to Birds of Michigan features 86 of the most common and important birds to know, with species organized by color for ease of use. ...

Even the most seasoned bird watcher doesn't know everything about our feathered friends. Acclaimed naturalist and wildlife photographer Stan Tek...

Pollinators in Michigan include bats, bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, wasps, flies, and beetles. These beneficial species are both beautif...

At last, a pocket guide that’s informative, concise and easy to use! Get this great source of information about 50 Michigan critters, including bir...

Animal Tracks provides a simplified field reference to the tracks, signs, and scat of over 65 familiar North American species. Updated with a new c...

Michigan Trees and Wildflowers is an accessible field reference manual to familiar trees and wildflowers found in this state. This durable folding ...

This guide provides the tools for launching a successful nesting structure project, starting with an overview of the 5 general types of nest.

Experience the thrill of observing nature's most captivating backyard visitors! Birding is a pastime that anyone can enjoy, and now is the time ...

Witness the life cycles of 23 common backyard butterflies through more than 400 stunning photographs. Each butterfly is shown from start to maturity.

This indestructible, waterproof, folding guide provides just what the beginning sky gazer needs to look for during each of the four seasons. It i...

Hummingbirds are among the most beloved birds in the nation - and for good reason. They're beautiful and active and they're buzzing flashes of acti...

Provides a step-by-step instructions for creating bird habitats, including planning and maintaining your birdscape, selecting water features, and c...