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| Maryland's Geology Martin F. Schmidt, Jr. trade paper 164 pages 9780764335938 24.99 This book explains the basics of geological processes, and then shows how they worked to create Maryland's fascinating landforms. |
 
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| The Natural Navigator Tristan Gooley trade paper 9781615190461 320 pages 14.95 Before GPS and before the compass, humankind was navigating by directional clues hidden in the sun, moon, stars, weather patterns and the habits of wildlife. This unique primer will help keep you on course with the help of the natural world. |
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| The Naturalist's Guide to the Atlantic Seashore Scott W. Shumway trade paper 240 pages 9780762742370 24.95 This is the ultimate guide to the diverse ecosystems from the Gulf of Maine to Cape Hatteras. More than 300 full-color photographs augment descriptions of plant and animal species and their habitats. |
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| The Nature Principle Richard Louv trade paper 9781616201418 335 pages 14.95 With groundbreaking research, anecdotal evidence and compelling stories, the author shows the power of nature to boost mental acuity and creativity, promote health and wellness, strengthen human bonds and much more. |
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| Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations Jonathan Poppele trade paper 9781591932291 320 pages 14.95 This pocket-sized guide has much to offer--color overhead maps and horizon charts, mythological tidbits and even a small red-LED flashlight to allow you to enjoy the book while retaining your night vision. |
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| Night Sky Playing Cards boxed 2 3/4 x 4 9781591932420 5.95 In this clever deck each card features its own constellation while each suit represents the best season for viewing. |
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| Ocracoke Odyssey Pat Garber trade paper 9781889246741 232 pages 16.95 The author is an environmental anthropologist, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and a columnist for The Island Breeze of Hatteras-Ocracoke. All her skills mesh in this beautifully-written appreciation of the isolated barrier island. |
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| Oh No, Gertrude! Gabriel Mapel trade paper 9780971980716 40 pages 11.95 Written by the author when he was only ten years old, this is the story of the troublesome intersection of park visitors who do not properly secure their food and hungry bears who are enticed into becoming picnic marauders. Includes wonderful photos by Rodney Cammauf. |
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| Orioles Stan Tekiela trade paper 9781591935315 48 pages 6.95 Orioles relish orange halves, mealworms and grape jelly. (Two out of three ain't bad.) With tips like these, you'll be seeing their flaming orange plumage in your backyard soon. |
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| Pocketguide to Eastern Streams T. Travis & Sandra Brown trade paper 9780811706407 272 pages 16.95 This unique field guide covers the most common plants and animals found in a stream ecosystem- both in the water and on the streambanks. |
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| Pocketguide to Eastern Wetlands Travis & Brown trade paper 9780811711739 304 pages 18.95 This detailed field guide features color photos of over 200 plants, trees, invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals and birds most commonly found in eastern wetland habitats. |
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| Rocks & Minerals of the U.S. Quick Guide Dan R. & Bob Lynch spiral bound 9781591934967 22 pages 8.95 You can tell the gold form the pyrite with this handy field guide featuring index tabs and tear-resistant and waterproof paper. |
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| Scats and Tracks of the Mid-Atlantic Halfpenny & Bruchac trade paper 9780762742332 192 pages 9.95 This handy guide will help you determine which mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians have passed your way and could still be nearby. Covers VA, WV, MD, DE, NC and PA. |
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| The Secrets of Wildflowers Jack Sanders trade paper 9781493006168 320 pages 19.95 Gorgeous color photographic portraits of wildflowers are complemented with fascinating facts and superstitions about some of North America's most beautiful and common plants. |
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| Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America David Allen Sibley trade paper 434 pages 0-679-45120-X 19.95 Here is the long-awaited portable guide from today's premier bird illustrator and expert. See why the others have Sibley rivalry... more than 4200 stunningly accurate illustrations. |
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| Southeast Birds Playing Cards boxed 2 1/2 x 3 9781591933595 5.95 This deck of playing cards is based on Stan Tekiela's field guides, featuring 54 of the Southeast's most compelling birds. |
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| Southeast Trees Playing Cards boxed 2 1/2 x 3 9781591933656 5.95 Bring new interest to your favorite card games with this deck featuring 54 of the Southeast's most significant trees. |
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| Stokes Beginner's Guide to Birds Eastern Region Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 144 pages 0-316-81811-9 9.99 Full-color photographs and the expertise of the Stokes team make this an easy-to-use guide to get you into birdwatching. Information on voice, habitat, nest, eggs, incubation time, population trends, behavior, birdhouse and feeder preferences and much more. |
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| Stokes Beginner's Guide to Shorebirds Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 144 pages 0-316-81696-5 10.00 Tips on where to look for shorebirds, including seashore, lake, inland, woodland and grassland locations. Includes innovative range maps showing spring and fall migration patterns. Color photos. |
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| Stokes Bird Feeder Book Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 90 pages 0-316-81733-3 12.95 The goals here are to attract more birds to your feeder, become an expert at identifying your feeder birds and understand bird behavior. Color photos. |
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| Stokes Birdhouse Book Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 96 pages 0-316-81714-7 13.99 Here you'll learn everything you need to know to bring nesting birds close and get a fascinating glimpse of their family life. Color photos and black and white diagrams. |
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| The New Stokes Field Guide to the Birds Eastern Region Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 9780316213936 608 pages 19.99 Birders will cheer for this new guide from the celebrated experts on all things avian. |
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| The New Stokes Field Guide to the Birds Western Region Donald & Lillian Stokes trade paper 9780316213929 656 pages 19.99 Here’s inspiration to travel west in search of new species for your birding life list. |
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| Wildflowers of the Eastern United States John Eastman trade paper 9780811713672 288 pages 29.95 Featuring 130 flowers with exquisite color photos, this is the perfect introduction to all the major plants you are likely to find in fields and clearings, woodlands and wetlands. |
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| Wildflowers of the Southeast Field Guide Daniels & Tekiela trade paper 9781591933519 428 pages 16.95 Here is a beautiful full color guide to the herbaceous wildflowers of AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA and WV. |
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| Wildlife of Virginia and Maryland and Washington, D.C. Charles Fergus trade paper 480 pages 9780811728218 19.95 Acclaimed naturalist Fergus offers natural history narratives for over 120 species of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Black and white illustrations are by Amelia Hansen. |
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| Wild Washington Don Chernoff trade paper 108 pages 1933570148 19.95 The incredibly beautiful nature photography in this book makes the vivid point that we live in an area rich with wildlife if we only make the effort to observe. It also makes an eloquent case for the importance of conservation. |
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