Synopses & Reviews
Familiar species, common plants, and natural phenomena are introduced in these beautifully illustrated guides to nature and the outdoors. Printed on laminated, water-resistant paper in a folded format, Pocket Naturalist® Guides are highly durable for use in the field as each title provides a portable reference to a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, butterflies, and insects. Nature enthusiasts, from the beginner to the seasoned explorer, will relish the abundance of detailed information packed within these handheld guides.
The Walking Mountains Science Center is dedicated to natural science education in northern Colorado, and this ideally sized nature reference is perfect for the visitor or resident. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights dozens familiar species of trees, wildflowers, mushrooms, birds, mammals, reptiles, and fishes in addition to animal tracks. The Walking Mountains Science Center collaborated in the creation of this guide and part of the proceeds from its sale support their educational programs.
Synopsis
The Nature Field Guide to the Common Species of the Eagle River Watershed (near Avon, Colorado) is ideal, pocket-sized nature reference for the visitor or resident. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species of trees, wildflowers, mushrooms, birds, mammals, reptiles and fishes in addition to animal tracks.and#160;Created in collaboration with the Walking Mountains Science Center, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of this guide support their continued education activities. Laminated for durability, this guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.and#160;Made in the USA.
About the Author
James Kavanagh is the author of more than 400 pocket guides on nature, science, travel, and languages. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Raymond Leung is the illustrator of more than 350 pocket guides on travel and nature. He lives in British Columbia.