Nature/Birding
National Audubon Society Field Guide to New England, by Peter Alden and Brian Cassie, 1998. If you want just one nature guide for the entire region, this amazingly comprehensive yet compact book is our pick. Covers 1000 species of flora and fauna with beautiful color photos. Trees, shrubs, flowers, mushrooms, ferns, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, star charts - this guide has it all! The authors even find room for habitat descriptions, geology info and a listing of parks & preserves across New England. Over 1,300 photos, 150 drawings, 20 maps. 448 pp, 4” x
7 ¾”.
Item #NAT01: $19.95
The Nature of Vermont, by Charles W. Johnson. 2nd Edition, 1998. Subtitled “Introduction and Guide to a New England Environment,” this book provides a wonderfully written natural history that can be applied well beyond the borders of the Green Mountain State. Johnson, a longtime Vermont State Biologist, begins with the state’s geologic, physiographic and historical settings, then takes you through the various forest and mountain life zones, waters, wetlands, and man-altered landscapes. The appendices include descriptions of 80 places to visit and references for further reading. 354 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT04:$19.95
Vermont Wildlife Viewing Guide, by Cindy Kilgore Brown, 1994. Covers 50 top wildlife watching spots across the Green Mountain State. Illustrated with color photos, drawings and maps. 64 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #NAT06: $8.95
Massachusetts Wildlife Viewing Guide, by William J. Davis, 1996.
Details 67 Bay State wildlife hotspots, from the Berkshires to Cape Cod. Color photos, drawings & maps. 96 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #NAT07: $8.95
The Smithsonian Guides to Natural America: Southern New England, by Robert Finch, 1996. Another gorgeous entry in the Smithsonian series, written by an eminent Cape Cod naturalist. Features over 220 natural sites in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. The informative text is accompanied by over 170 color photos, 8 color relief maps and good appendices. 284 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT10: $19.95
North Woods: An Inside Look at the Nature of Forests in the Northeast, by Peter J. Marchand, 1987. This AMC book is a very readable little treatise on the forest ecology of northern New England and the Adirondacks. Discusses natural history, succession, plant communities, and patterns of growth in high elevation forests. 146 pp, 5 ¼” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT11: $10.95
New England’s Wild Places: Journey Through the Back Country, by Michael J. Tougias, 1997. An explorer’s travelogue that takes you to some of the region’s finest wild country, from Maine’s Moosehead Lake to the Outer Beach of Cape Cod. All six states are represented. 248 pp, 5 7/8” x
8 7/8”.
Item #NAT12: $12.95
The Sierra Club Guide to the Natural Areas of New England, by John Perry and Jane Greverus Perry. 2nd Edition, 1997. An excellent guide to 350 locations across the region - national and state parks & forests, wildlife preserves, and other lands in the public domain. Each entry gives location, description, flora & fauna, and recreational opportunities. 446 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ¼”.
Item #NAT13: $15.00
Stepping-Stones Across New Hampshire, by Jay Long, 2005. "A Geological Story of the Belknap Mountains." Geology buffs will love this colorful, large-format book that tells the story of the rocks in the Belknap Range near Lake Winnipesaukee. Inc;udes many photos of rock types visible along the trails, and also features pages with the hard-to-find trail map of the Belknaps. 80 pp, 8 1/2" x 11."
Item #NAT14: $19.95
A Year in the Notch: Exploring the Natural History of the White Mountains, by William Sargent, 2001. An award-winning author investigates the geology, ecology and natural history of the White Mountains region. Topics include the geologic history of the Whites, the turn of the seasons in Franconia Notch, pergrine falcons nesting on Eagle Cliff, Mt. Washington, and research at the Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest. Clear-eyed and at times inspiring nature writing. Illustrated with many black-and-white photos. Hardcover, 216 pp., 7" x 10".
Item #NAT15: $29.95
Reading the Forested Landscape: A Natural History of New England, by Tom Wessels, 1997. An elegant ecological history of the New England landscape, accompanied by beautiful etchings and illustrations. Each chapter focuses on a common form of forest disturbance such as logging, fire, windthrow and blight. (Perhaps a future edition will address the effects of the 1998 ice storm.) Several appendices offer much additional information. Hardcover, 200 pp, 9 ¼” x 8 ¼”.
Item #NAT16b: Softcover - $18.95
The Granite Landscape: A Natural History of America's Mountain Domes from Acadia to Yosemite, by Tom Wesels, illustrations by Brian D. Cohen, 2001. A classy natural history of bare, glaciated granite mountains, similar in format to this team's first book, Reading the Forested Landscape. After an introductory section on gelogy and ecology, the author visits Maine's Acadia National Park, the White Mountains and Adirondacks, Wyoming's Wind Rivers, the Beartooths in Montana, the Enchantments in Washington, and Yosemite in California. Appendices include a geologic timeline, list of plants, glossary and bibliography. 203 pp., 9 1/4" X 8 1/4".
Item #NAT 17b Softcover: $19.95
In Season: A Natural History of the New England Year, by Nora Bell Estrin and Charles W. Johnson, 2002. A unique coffee-table nature book, featuring field illustrations (both color and black & white) and typeset and handwritten field notes by Estrin, plus thematic natural history essays by Johnson, the longtime Vermont State Naturalist. The book thus combines detailed observations with broad perspectives, covering all seasons of the year and areas throughout New England. Hardcover, 276 pp, 8 3/8" x 10 3/4".
Item #NAT18: $35.00
New Hampshire Rock Portraits, photographs by PJ Saine, 2004. Fifty-two photos show a remarkable variety of rock "faces" found by the photographer around the Granite State. Saine's creative eye will entertain, puzzle and delight you. Hardcover, 64 pp., 8 1/4" x 8 1/4."
Item #NAT19: $18.95
Natural Wonders of New Hampshire, by Suki Casanave, 2nd Edition, 1999. This newly revised and expanded guide introduces 150 “green places” across the Granite State, including islands, gardens, ponds, waterfalls, mountains, wildlife preserves, numerous hiking trails and much more. Vivid capsule descriptions of each site. 225 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT20: $14.95
Natural Wonders of Massachusetts, by Nancy Prajzner, 1994. Provides descriptions and essential info for 42 Bay State locales of special interest to nature lovers, from Berkshire glens and peaks to the Monomoy Island Wilderness off Cape Cod. 132 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT21: $9.95
The Nature of Cape Cod, by Beth Schwarzman, 2002. A meaty naturalist's guide to the Cape. Covers geology, habitats, plant and animal identification, and nature month-by-month. More than half the book is devoted to detailed descriptions and maps for 50 sites of interest to nature-lovers, including some that even longtime Cape explorers may not be familiar with. 434 pp, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".
Item #NAT22: $19.95
A Guide to Nature on Cape Cod and the Islands, edited by Greg O’Brien. Revised Edition, 1995. An excellent introduction to one of New England’s most fascinating environments. Each chapter - geology, birds, the shore, ponds, wetlands, woodlands, weather, etc. - is written by an authority in the field, and features a Q & A section (or FAQ, for cyber-naturalists). Also includes a listing of nature trails and sanctuaries. 266 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #NAT23: $13.95
Vermont Nature Guide, by Sheri Amsel, 1998. A nice little introductory field guide to birds, flowers, mammals, insects, reptiles, amphibians & trees - 264 species in all. Color and black & white illustrations by the author. The same book, with a different cover and a few text variations, is also available as Adirondack Nature Guide. 120 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Vermont Nature Guide…Item #NAT24: $14.95
Adirondack Nature Guide…Item #NAT25: $14.95
Lichens Above Treeline: A Hiker's Guide to Alpine Zone Lichens of the Northeastern U.S., by Ralph Pope, 2005. Superb guide to the amazing assemblage of lichens found in the alpine zone, 52 species in all. Well-illustrated with color photos. Also includes interesting sidebars on natural history of lichens. 88 pp, 5 1/4" x 8."
Item #NAT26: $19.95
Forests and Trees of the Adirondack High Peaks Region: A Hiker’s Guide, by Dr. E.H. Ketchledge. 3rd Edition, 1996. Handy little guide describes 34 species of Adirondack trees and interprets their role in the region’s ecology. A classic written by an eminent Adirondack naturalist who has led efforts to protect the alpine zone. 166 pp, 4 ½” x 6”.
Item #NAT28: $8.95
Mammals of the Adirondacks: A Field Guide, by William K. Chapman with D. Aprill, 1991. A guide to all mammals (including extirpated species) of the Adirondack Park. Illustrated with 100 color photos and track drawings. 160 pp, 5 ½” x 8”.
Item #NAT29: $13.95
Wildflowers of the White Mountains, by John Hession and Valerie Michaud, 2003. Pocket-sized guide to 256 wildflowers with vivid, close-up color photos and informative text. Covers species from valley floor up to the alpine zone, organized by color. Also includes illustrated glossary. A great addition for a flower lover's backpack! 290 pp., 4" x 6 1/2".
Item #NAT31: $17.95
The New England Berry Book, by Bob Krumm, 1997. Yumm! The photo of plump blueberries on the cover will entice all berry lovers. Part field guide and part cookbook, this handbook describes more than a dozen edible berry and fruit species and offers over 100 recipes for jams, jellies, pies, cordials, breads, etc. Illustrated with color photos and line drawings. 106 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #NAT32: $11.95
North Woods Wildflowers, by Doug Ladd, 2001. A handsome field guide to the wildflowers of the northeastern U.S. and southeastern Canada. Includes color photos and detailed descriptions for over 350 species, arranged by flower color. Water-resistant cover and extra durable binding. 270 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT34: $24.95
Wildflowers of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, by Alan E. Bessette et al, 2000. Attractive field guide with concise descriptions and nearly 400 color photos. Flowers are arranged by color and pattern for easy reference. 170 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT35: $24.95
Wildflowers of the Berkshire and Taconic Hills, by Joseph G. Strauch, Jr., 1995. Identifies over 160 species, with 32 pages of color photos. Includes info on habitat, life history and seasons of bloom. 256 pp, 4 ½” x 7 ¼”.
Item #NAT36: $12.95
Bogs of the Northeast, by Charles W. Johnson, 1985. A fascinating excursion into the mysterious world of the bog. Written in a non-technical and very readable style. Covers the ecology of bogs and the unique flora and fauna that inhabit them. Appendix lists dozens of Northeastern bogs accessible to the naturalist. 269 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #NAT37: $22.95
Wetlands - The Web of Life, by Paul Rezendes and Paulette Roy, 1996. A spectacular photographic odyssey through North American wetlands, accompanied by an informative natural history text and a chapter on the art of photographing wetlands. 156 pp, 10" x 11 1/4".
Item #NAT38: $25.00
Written in Stone: A Geological History of the Northeastern United States, by Chet Raymo & Maureen E. Raymo, 2001. A vivid, non-technical narrative tracing the geologic history of the Northeast. Includes discussion of continental collisions, bedrock formation, climate change, the ice ages and much more. 170 pp., 5 1/2" X 8 1/2".
Item #NAT39: $16.95
Roadside Geology of Vermont and New Hampshire, by Bradford B. Van Diver, 1987. A great resource for the geology buff. An introductory section on rocks, minerals and geological processes is followed by descriptions of visible geologic phenomena found along the major highways of the Twin States. Illustrated with maps, cross-sections and photos. 230 pp, 6”x 9”.
Item #NAT40: $14.00
Roadside Geology of Maine, by D.W. Caldwell, 1998. New addition to the “Roadside Geology” series provides intro section on geology of Maine, then guides you to geologically interesting sites along highways in the state’s coastal, central, mountain and northern sections. Many photos and geologic maps. 318 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #NAT42: $18.00
Roadside Geology of Massachusetts, by James W. Skehan, 2001. Comprehensive guide highlights geologic history of rocks and landforms visible from Bay State highways. Divided into three sections, with introduction and tours for each: Eastern Seaboard, Central Lowland/Bronson Hill Upland, and Berkshires. 380 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT43: $20.00
The Field Guide to Geology, by David Lambert, revised edition, 1998. A great introduction to all facets of geology, with concise text and hundreds of excellent illustrations and diagrams. 256 pp, 7" x 8 7/8".
Item #NAT45: $14.95
Tracking & The Art of Seeing: How to Read Animal Tracks and Sign, by Paul Rezendes, 2nd Edition, 1999. Magnificent book on animal tracking by the master tracker from Athol, MA. Provides complete info on more than 50 species with many fine photos and diagrams of track patterns. 336 pp, 6 7/8" x 9 7/8".
Item #NAT46: $25.00
The Wild Within: Adventures in Nature and Animal Teachings, by Paul Rezendes, 1998. This fascinating semi-autobiographical book traces Rezendes' life progression from bike gang leader to Zen woodsman and master tracker. Hardcover, 223 pp, 6 1/4" x 9 1/4".
Item #NAT47: $24.95
Mammal Tracks and Sign of the Northeast, by Diane K. Gibbons, 2003. Field guide to tracks of 37 species with elegant, life-size pencil illustrations. Includes track patterns and comparison pages showing similar tracks. 152 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT48: $16.95
Scats and Tracks of the Northeast, by James C. Halfpenny and Jim Bruchae, 2001. Compact guide to 70 wildlife species, including amphibians, reptiles, crabs and birds as well as the usual mammals. Good illustrations and an excellent introductory section about tracking. 192 pp., 4 1/4" X 7".
Item #NAT49: $9.95
New England Wildlife: Habitat, Natural History and Distribution, by Richard M. DeGraaf and Mariko Yamasaki, 2000. An encyclopediac compilation of information on New England birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles - 338 species in all. For each species there is a range map, black & white illustration and text on distribution, habitat, breeding, and feeding habits. Also includes a series of matrices showing species/habitat relationships and an extensive list of references. An epic work. 482 pp, 8 1/2" x 11".
Item #NAT50: $35.00
Wetland, Woodland, Wildland: A Guide to the Natural Communities of Vermont, by Elizabeth H. Thompson and Eric R. Sorenson, 2000. A superb guide to 80 upland and wetland communities in Vermont, profusely illustrated with line drawings and color photos. For each community there are descriptions of ecological settings, including geology, soils, climate and natural disturbance processes, along with lists of characteristic plants and animals and public lands readers may visit. 420 pp, 6" X 9".
Item #NAT51: $19.95
Pocket Naturalist - Animal Tracks, by Waterford Press. A convenient laminated fold-out card with illustrations of 54 North American mammals and their tracks, plus various animal signs, scat and bird tracks. Folded to 3 5/8” x 8 ¼”.
Item #NAT52: $5.95
Other titles in the Pocket Naturalist series include Birds of Prey, Bugs & Slugs, Butterflies & Moths, Edible Wild Plants, First Aid, Freshwater Fishes, Geology, Mammals, New England Birds, New England Trees & Wildflowers, New England Wildlife, New Hampshire Birds, Night Sky, Pond Life, Weather and Wilderness Survival. Each is $5.95.
Among the Bears, by Benjamin Kilham and Ed Gray, 2002. Fascinating account from a New Hampshire naturalist about his experiences raising orphan black bear cubs in the wild. Kilham's research revealed many previously unknown facets of bear behavior. 290 pp, 6 1/4" x 9 1/2".
Item #NAT53: $15.00
Uses for Mooses, by Bill Silliker, Jr., 2000. Mooseaholics will love this collection of 57 color photos showing the big beasts at their wackiest, each accompanied by a silly caption. Good for many laughs and some surprising insights into moose behavior. 80 pp, hardcover, 5 1/2" X 5 1/2".
Item #NAT56: $12.95
The Butterflies of the White Mountains of New Hampshire, by Warren J. Kiel, illustratons by Lois DeLuca, 2003. A marvelous guide to about 75 species of butterflies that inhabit the White Mountains and North Country of New Hampshire. Features color photographs and detailed drawings with descriptive text for each species. Introductory material covers amateur collecting, life cycles, anatomy and habitat. The book is co-sponsored by the Audubon Society of New Hampshire. Hardcover, 196 pp, 7 3/4" x 8 1/4".
Item #NAT58: $19.95
Trees and Shrubs of New England, by Marilyn J. Dwelley, 2nd Edition, 2000. Excellent guide to woody plants found in New England. Individual listings and color illustrations for over 300 species. Detailed descriptions allow for easy identification. 288 pp, hardcover, 5 1/2" X 8".
Item #NAT59: $29.95
A Field Guide to Your Own Backyard, by John Hanson Mitchell. 2nd Edition, 1999. Newly revised edition of a vivid nature journal that follows flora and fauna through the seasons on a square mile of land around the author's home in eastern Massachusetts. It shows that you can find wilderness close to home. 288 pp, 5 3/8" x 8 1/4".
Item #NAT61: $14.95
The Curious Naturalist, by Sy Montgomery, 2000. An engaging collection of nature essays by the Boston Globe columnist. Organized by season, these 56 short pieces explore the natural world close at hand in backyard, field, forest and other habitat. 256 pp, 6" X 9".
Item #NAT62: $14.95
Life in the Cold, by Peter J. Marchand. 3rd Edition, 1996. A thorough and fascinating introduction to winter ecology, including snowpack, plant and animal adaptations, aquatic life, and humans in cold places. A bit technical in places, but mostly written for the layman. 304 pp, 5 7/8" x 8 7/8".
Item #NAT63: $22.95
Autumn: A Season of Change, by Peter J. Marchand, 2000. A clearly written presentation of the natural and biological phenomena of fall. The author explains the vibrant beauty of the season and the special challenges it presents to plants and animals. Illustrated with black & white photos. 151 pp, 6" X 9".
Item #NAT64: $17.95
Foraging New England, by Tom Seymour, 2002. A guide to identifying and preparing edible wild foods and medicinal plants, organized by habitat (seashore, streamside, forest, fields, etc.). Also includes a few edible creatures such as crayfish, bullfrogs, mussels and clams. Illustrated with color photos. 186 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT65: $16.95
New England Weather, New England Climate, by Gregory A. Zilenski and Barry D. Keim, 2003. A comprehensive and readable guide written by the Maine and New Hampshire State Climatologists. Topics covered include the seasons, climate change, and weather events such as hurricanes, ice storms, nor'easters, droughts, tornadoes, heat waves and cold spells. Many illustrations, tables and maps. A treasure trove for the weather buff! Hardcover, 6" x 9".
Item #NAT66: $29.95
Soul of the Sky - Exploring the Human Side of Weather, edited by Dave Thurlow and C. Ralph Adler, 1999. A superb anthology of writings about the connections between people and weather - sure to please the weather junkie. Included are stories of encounters with thunderstorms, ice storms, hurricanes and floods, plus ruminations on gentler aspects of our weather. Published by the Mt. Washington Observatory. 150 pp, 7" x 10".
Item #NAT67: $12.95
Tying Down the Wind, by Eric Pinder, 2000. The author, an observer at the Mount Washington Observatory, explores the wild vagaries of weather around the world, from Antarctica to Mt. Everest to a New England farmhouse. The writing is vivid, witty and highly informative. Sure to please weather buffs. 280 pp, hardcover, 6 1/8" X 9 1/8".
Item #NAT68: $24.95
Pocket Naturalist - Weather, by Waterford Press. Colorful fold-out laminated card provides good introduction to weather terms, predictions, storms, clouds and weather phenomena. Folded to 3 5/8” x 8 ¼”.
Item #NAT69: $5.95
There's a Porcupine in My Outhouse, by Michael J. Tougias, 2002. Humorous tales of a naive flatlander who buys a cabin in northern Vermont and later becomes an accomplished outdoors writer. A nice blend of nature and humor. 162 pp, 5 3/4" x 8 3/4".
Item #NAT70: $14.95
Take-Along Guides for Kids
Nicely illustrated nature guides with many fun activities. Recommended for ages 9-12. The last 7 pages of each book are left blank for a scrapbook. Each guide is 48 pp, 8 ½” x 8 ½”.
Tracks, Scats and Signs, by Leslie Dendy, 1995.
Item #NAT72: $6.95
Birds, Nests and Eggs, by Mel Boring, 1996.
Item #NAT73: $6.95
Trees, Leaves and Bark, by Diane L. Burns, 1995.
Item #NAT74: $6.95
Rabbits, Squirrels and Chipmunks, by Mel Boring, 1996.
Item #NAT76: $6.95
Caterpillars, Bugs and Butterflies, by Mel Boring, 1996.
Item #NAT77: $6.95
We also carry a variety of Eastern and North American field guides in the following series:
National Audubon Society Field Guides
National Audubon Society Pocket Guides
Peterson Field Guides
Peterson First Guides
Please call or e-mail us if you’re looking for a specific field guide.
The Birds of the Jefferson Region in the White Mountains, by Horace W, Wright, 1911. New reprint of fascinating study of birds in the northern White Mountains. Each species has an individual account. Includes an informative introduction by NH bird authority Tudor Richards updating the status of many species through 1999. A treasure trove for White Mountain birders. 175 pp, spiral bound, 6" X 8 1/4".
Item #BIR03: $12.00
A Birder’s Guide to Eastern Massachusetts, by Bird Observer, 1994. This American Birding Association birdfinding guide covers dozens of coastal and inland birding meccas, divided into 23 auto-based routes with maps. Includes Plum Island, Newburyport, Quabbin, Cape Ann, Cape Cod & Islands, and Boston area. Appendices on pelagic birding, hawkwatching and regional specialty species, plus seasonal bar graphs for each species. 292 pp, spiral bound, 5 ½” x 8 3/8”.
Item #BIR04: $18.95
Birding Cape Cod, by Cape Cod Bird Club & Massachusetts Audubon Society, 1990. Describes dozens of Cape birding spots with tips on when to go and what species might be found. Has additional notes on specialty species of particular interest, and seasonal bar graph for all species. 124 pp, 6” x 9”.
Item #BIR05: $12.95
A Birder’s Guide to Maine, by Elizabeth C. Pierson, Jan Erik Pearson and Peter D. Vickery, 1996. A comprehensive guide to hundreds of birding locales, both coastal and inland. Includes 47 maps, a checklist with seasonal bar graphs for over 300 species, and notes on birds of special interest. 400 pp, 5 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #BIR06: $23.95
Birding Western Massachusetts, by Robert Tougias, 2003. Detailed guide to 26 excellent birding spots in western Massachusetts, using a habitat approach. Areas covered range from Quabbin Reservoir through the Springfield area to the Berkshires. Includes useful habitat and identification tips. 256 pp, 6" x 9".
Item #BIR07: $16.95
Birds of the Adirondacks: A Field Guide, by Alan Bessette, William K. Chapman, Doug Pens and Warren Greene, 1993. Guide to over 200 Adirondack species with color photos and informative text. Also includes checklist and section on attracting and photographing birds. 240 pp, 5 ½”
x 8”.
Item #BIR10: $16.95
Regional Checklist - Northeastern United States, by American Birding Association, 1996. Fold out card with checklist for over 400 Northeastern species. Also has Rare Bird Alert phone numbers and space for field notes. Folded to 3 ½” x 8 ½”.
Item #BIR11: $0.50
The Sibley Guide to Birds, written and illustrated by David Allen Sibley, 2000. The most detailed field guide available for North American birds - over 6,600 illustrations depicting 810 species. Shows numerous plumage variations and subspecies, and nearly every species is shown in flight. Published by National Audubon Society, this is the ulitmate birding guide. 544 pp, 6 1/4" X 9 5/8".
Item #BIR12: $35.00
Birds of North America, by Kenn Kaufman, 2000. Gorgeous field guide features over 2,000 photos selected and digitally edited by the author. Range maps and good, concise descriptions for each species. 384 pp, 4 1/2" x 7 1/2".
Item #BIR13: $20.00
A Field Guide to the Birds of Eastern and Central North America, by Roger Tory Peterson. 5th Edition, 2002. A Peterson Field Guide. The all-time classic bird guide, using the time-honored Peterson field mark system for identification. Beautiful and highly accurate color illustrations appear on page opposite descriptive text for each species; range maps are in the back. The “Birder’s Bible” since 1937. 384 pp, 4 ½” x 7 ¼”.
Item #BIR14: $22.00
Birds of North America, by Chandler S. Robbins, Bertel Bruun and Herbert S. Zim. Revised Edition, 2001. A Golden Field Guide. This excellent guide has been in print since 1966. Arthur Singer’s illustrations are top-notch. Text and range maps for each species are on page opposite illustrations. Also includes “sonagram” depictions of songs. 360 pp, 4 5/8” x 7 ½”.
Item #BIR15: $15.95
National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds - Eastern Region, by John Bull and John Farrand, Jr. Revised Edition, 1994. In 1977 this guide broke new ground by using color photographs for field identification. (Photos vs. illustrations is a matter of taste for the individual birder.) This revised edition has 646 all new photos of excellent quality. Text & range maps for the 508 species are in a different section than the photos, which makes the guide harder to use in the field. The photos are grouped by plumage color. 800 pp, 4 1/8” x 7 ½”.
Item #BIR16: $19.95
National Geographic Society Field Guide to the Birds of North America. 2nd Edition, 1987. A superb guide - what else would you expect from National Geographic? - to over 800 species. Text/range maps and the color illustrations are on facing pages. 464 pp, 5” x 7 7/8”.
Item #BIR17: $21.95
Peterson Flash Guides These laminated fold-out guides are weatherproof and great for quick reference in the field. Each is folded to 4 5/8” x 8 ½”. When unfolded there are 24 pages of that size, with color illustrations and thumbnail-style text.
Eastern Trailside Birds, 1996. Depicts more than 100 of the most commonly seen species along hiking trails of eastern U.S. and Canada.
Item #BIR20: $7.95
Backyard Birds, 1996. Shows over 100 species seen in neighborhoods across North America.
Item #BIR21: $7.95
Peterson First Guide - Birds, by Roger Tory Peterson, 1986. A good field guide for beginning birders, with descriptions and color illustrations for 188 common species across North America. 128 pp, 3 ¾” x 7 ¼”.
Item #BIR24: $5.95
How to Identify Birds, by John Farrand, Jr., 1988. This flashy Audubon Handbook, packed with charts and color photos, gives an excellent overview of birding techniques. Covers habitat, size, shape, behavior, color, pattern, voice & more. 320 pp, 4 ½” x 8 5/8”.
Item #BIR25: $17.95
Birding for Beginners, by Sheila Buff, 1993. A fine introduction to birding, written in a very clear and readable style. Offers practical advice on field guides, identification, birding by ear, behavior, optics, birdfinding tactics, and further birding adventures. 190 pp, 7” x 9 ¼”.
Item #BIR26: $14.95
Bird Watching for Dummies, by Bill Thompson III, 1997. The most comprehensive “how-to-bird” book you’ll find, written by the editors of Bird Watcher’s Digest. Covers every aspect of field birding, plus advice on feeders, nestboxes and gardening for birds. 384 pp, 7 3/8” x 9 ¼”.
Item #BIR27: $19.99
The Birder’s Handbook: A Field Guide to the Natural History of North American Birds, by Paul R. Ehrlich, David S. Dobkin and Darryl Wheye, 1988. A comprehensive reference book to 646 North American birds, a great complement to your field guide. For each species there are notes on courtship, nesting, diet, conservation and behavior. Interspersed throughout are 250 essays on all aspects of avian natural history. 786 pp, 5 ½” x 8 3/8”.
Item #BIR29: $18.00
