Guides

Foraging involves finding, identifying and harvesting wild edible plants. It is a healthy outdoor activity that puts one in touch with nature and p...

Water is our most vital resource. Yet few understand even the basics of watershed ecology Watersheds: A Practical Handbook for Healthy Water 2nd Ed...

A field guide to 48 warblers including 200 color photographs, detailed descriptions of song, habitat and plumage changes according to season and ge...

For amateur collectors or professional mycologists working in the field, this guidebook is quite simply the best North American mushroom reference ...

Combining informative and accessible text, up-to-date maps, and--above all--stunning color photographs, this is the best and most lavishly...

Bird-watching is one of life’s simple joys. Seeing a colorful friend flit about your backyard brings feelings of excitement, gladness, and con...

Nests are among the most amazing dwelling places in the entire animal kingdom. Few creatures craft such brilliant and involved homes as...

From the humble bumblebee to the honeybee colonies that pollinate many of our food crops, bees are beginning to earn the respect and adoration they...

Cardinals may be the most beloved birds in the nation - and for good reason. They're beautiful, active and social. They sing pleasing, melodious ...

David Allen Sibley wrote and illustrated this book to help every inquisitive birder, from novice to expert. Whether you can identify six birds or...

Finches are among the most beloved birds in the nation - and for good reason. They're beautiful and active and their songs sound random and diverse...

Presented in a sophisticated and durable format, these handy, waterproof reference guides are a great source of portable and accessible information...

This guide offers information on the basic types of nest structures, typical nesting habits for each species, how many eggs a nest may contain, wha...

Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins offer practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly an...

With the recent decline of the European honey bee, it is more important than ever to encourage the activity of other native pollinators to keep you...

Gardeners who are intrigued by the possibilities of native plants will find this treatment of seed collection and germination, from native annuals ...

Many gardeners today want a home landscape that nourishes and fosters wildlife, but they also want beauty, a space for the kids to play, privacy, a...

Native Plants of the Midwest, by regional plant expert Alan Branhagan, features the best native plants in the heartland and offers clear and concis...

This informative book, by John A. Dorr & Donald F. Eschman, takes you through the know ages in the geological makeup of the state of Michigan. ...

Gleason’s Plants of Michigan is a major revision and expansion of The Plants of Michigan by Henry A. Gleason—the 1918 classic field guide to the fl...

A fantastic visual guide to mushrooms, Mushrooms of the Upper Midwest includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Da...

Many birders travel far and wide to popular birding destinations to catch sight of rare or “exotic” birds. In Slow Birding, evolutionary biologist ...

2¼ x 7¼ in. decorative bookmarkAttractively packaged in a plastic sleeve for protection Molly Hashimoto (American, b. 1951)Cedar Waxwing, 2012Seatt...

The insects are the world's most amazing animals and comprise over eighty-five percent of the known animal species. Insects of the Great Lakes Reg...

We watch bees buzzing from plant to plant in our gardens, yet apart from worrying about being stung, many of us don't give them another thought. Bu...

The bold yellow color of the male American Goldfinch is a welcome sight in any summer garden. And the pleasing songs and high-pitched calls of all ...

Welcome to Drawn to Birds, the bird book for people who love birds! This beautiful and unique watercolor sketchbook captures the enchan...

Charley Harper and Edie McKee met on the first day of school at the Art Academy of Cincinnati in 1940. They studied together, fell in love, survive...

Come explore the fascinating world of amphibians and reptiles in the Western Great Lakes States! Did you know there are 77 different ki...

The Midwest Birding Companion is the perfect tool for birding enthusiasts in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missou...

The revised edition of this well-loved guide is the essential reference for the identification of amphibians and reptiles in the Great ...

Shrubs and vines are some of the most diverse and widespread plants in the Great Lakes Region. Michigan Shrubs and Vines is the must-h...

Michigan’s ferns and lycophytes are among the state’s most fascinating plants. The species in these groups exhibit incredibly diverse l...

Reptiles and Amphibians is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, y...

Introduce children to nature in the Midwest through fun activities and hands-on science projects.With 12 states, four distinct seasons, and a wide ...

A field guide to 60 sparrows and finches including 200 color photographs, detailed descriptions of song, habitat and plumage changes according to s...

Combining informative and accessible text, up-to-date maps, and--above all--stunning color photographs, this is the best and most lavishly ...

All About Backyard Birds builds on the huge success of the Cornell Lab's renowned website to translate and deliver best-in-class content...

Profiling more than 400 of the most commonly seen birds in western North America, this handy photographic field guide brings each species to l...

A murder of crows, a charm of goldfinches, a huddle of penguins, groupings of birds are more than just a “flock”. Collective nouns for specifi...

Separate Fact from Fiction with This Fun, Fascinating GuideWe need bats to eat mosquitoes, pollinate plants, and more! Karen Krebbs has been stu...

 Award-winning photographer Stan Tekiela takes you into the fascinating world of cranes, herons and egrets. His striking photography captures ...

Learn from acclaimed naturalist Stan Tekiela what seeds and foods to provide to keep woodpeckers coming back and which feeders they prefer and...

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

Teaches users how to select feeders and food, including tips on feeder placement, hot to provide grit, and the importance of water sources.

 As a passionate birder, there's nothing quite like the sight of a warbler's vibrant plumage as it arrives from its wintering grounds in the south....

Discover the fascinating world of prehistoric life with this children’s book that includes an introduction to paleontology and a guide to dinosaurs...

Wildflowers of the Midwest is a comprehensive field guide for anyone wishing to learn about the amazingly diverse wildflowers of the region. This m...