Some of the most vibrant colors and patterns in the Animal Kingdom are found among butterflies. Gawdy swallowtails, exquisite gossamer-wings, and a multitude of eye-catching brushfoots are particular standouts, though plenty of whites, sulphurs, metalmarks, and skippers are also adorned with splendid markings. Flowering plants across North America attract some 700 butterfly species as well as thousands of moths, bees, wasps, flies, and beetles, not to mention some hummingbirds and bats. The portable reference is a handy tool for those wishing to deepen their understanding of butterflies and other colorful pollinators. It features beautiful illustrations of 70 familiar butterflies and moths as well as some especially common larvae and pupae. Also included are notes on life cycles and other common pollinators. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, 12-panel folding pocket guide is a terrific resource for educators, learners, naturalists, and gardeners. Made in the USA.

The familiar magpie is one of over 200 of species of birds inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Calgary region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.

Michigan Birds, An Introduction to Familiar Species, is a must-have, reference guide for beginners and experts alike. Whether you're on a nature hike or in your own backyard, you'll want to take along a copy of this indispensable guide. The Pocket Naturalist(tm) series is an introduction to common plants and animals and natural phenomena. Each pocket-sized, folding guide highlights up to 150 species and most feature a map highlighting prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Each is laminated for durability. (31/2 X 81/4 folded, opens to 22 X 81/4, color illustrations, map)

Foraging involves finding, identifying and harvesting wild edible plants. It is a healthy outdoor activity that puts one in touch with nature and provides a bounty of fresh, nutritious, free food. This handy pocket guide provides simplified reference to the approved practices for harvesting wild edible plants in a sustainable manner. Topics include a harvesting strategy, safety (including the universal edibility test), and the proper tools and methods to harvest berries/fruits, nuts, leaves/shoots/stems, roots/tubers and mushrooms. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is a portable source of practical information and is ideal for field use by outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Made in the USA.

Georgia roadsides have embraced the wildflower philosophy and show off spectacular wildflower meadows along the highways and byways. As you travel the Peach State take along Georgia Trees and Wildflowers, the perfect pocket-sized, folding nature guide. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species of familiar trees, shrubs and wildflowers. A map featuring prominent state-wide botanical sanctuaries has been conveniently included. Laminated for durability, this handy guide will be appreciated by visitors to Georgia as well as residents.

Wilderness Survival is a laminated, folding 12-panel guide to staying alive if you are ever lost or immobilized in the wilderness. Includes basic first aid, information on building a shelter, signaling for help, foraging for food and water, making a fire, avoiding outdoor hazards like animal encounters and dangerous weather, and basic navigation.

Some wild edible plants have poisonous look-alikes, and it is important to know the difference when harvesting. Edible Wild Plants is a simplified guide to familiar and widespread species of edible berries, nuts, leaves and roots found in North America. This beautifully illustrated guide identifies over 100 familiar species and includes information on how to harvest their edible parts. It also includes a section on dangerous poisonous plants to avoid that have contact poisons that can blister skin. This convenient guide is an ideal, portable source of practical information and ideal for field use. Made in the USA.

East Africa is home to nearly 1,400 species of birds, making it one of the premier international destinations for birdwatchers. Nature lovers visiting the region's forests, wetlands, marshes, deserts and coastlines will find a variety of unique birds including snake-eating eagles, elegant flamingos and the world's largest bird, the ostrich. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use on safari. Made in the USA.

From the Gulf beaches to the lower Appalachian mountains, it's no surprise that Alabama harbors a diversity of wildlife ranging from shore crabs and salamanders to the majestic state mammal, the black bear. Alabama Wildlife is a beautifully illustrated guide that highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, seashore creatures and butterflies/insects. An ecoregion map also features the state's most prominent wildlife-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and resident alike. Made in the USA.

Perhaps the top wildlife viewing area on earth, the legendary game reserves of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara attract millions of tourists each year seeking an unparalleled opportunity to view a vast array of wildlife in their natural habitat. ?This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 120 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds and reptiles the area is famous for. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information is the ideal, quick reference to use when bouncing around in a Land Rover on safari. Made in the USA.

The Cornhusker State is an undulating plain that slopes gradually from northwest to southwest with semiarid high plains and over 2,000 lakes and is the permanent or migratory home of 455 species of birds including the state bird -- the Western meadowlark. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

Central Colorado is known as the gateway to the nearby Rocky Mountains, but there are many attractions and beautiful hikes within driving distance of some of the major urban areas in central Colorado. Colorado Day Hikes is a comprehensive, laminated pocket guide to central Colorado's best hikes and is packed full of trail maps, planning tips, and what to expect at 20 family-friendly hiking trails. Can you bring your dog? Are there accessible facilities? What are the trail surfaces? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. These wheel-chair accessible paths offer spectacular scenery and vista views and are enjoyed by both seasoned and novice hikers alike. Made in the USA.

Emergency First Aid, 3rd Edition, is a reference guide on how to recognize and respond to common medical emergencies. It will allow the user to check for vital signs and assess the severity of medical emergencies and when to call for help, how to care for victims until medical help arrives, or what to do if a situation requires immediate response (e.g., choking, emergency childbirth). In an emergency, it will quickly and simply instruct you of what you can do to help. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com

Brazil has one of the richest bird diversities in the world, with a total of 1,901 species, 270 of which are endemic. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a map featuring prominent bird-viewing areas. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.

Made up of three distinct geographic regions -- the Coastal Plain, the Piedmont Plateau, and the Appalachian Mountains-- North Carolina boasts diverse terrain for hikers of all skill levels, plus more than a few scenic vistas to catch your breath and take it all in. North Carolina Day Hikes is a comprehensive, laminated guide to 20 of the state's family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible hiking trails. Are there accessible facilities? What are the trail surfaces? Can you bring your dog? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. From the state's forests to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina has been a haven for wildlife, shorebirds and hikers. Made in the USA.

"I think that I shall never see, a poem lovely as a tree." The poet, Joyce Kilmer understood the beauty of our sturdy environmental companions. Trees is the essential pocket-sized, folding guide to familiar North American trees. This beautifully illustrated guide Identifies over 140 familiar species organized by family. Created and printed in the USA, this guide was updated in 2012 with a new cover design and updated species selection. The quality of our environment - the air, soil and water - depends on trees. Durable and lightweight, this guide is the one to keep with you on your next outdoor adventure.

Known as the Vacationland State, more than 25 million people Maine each year, many of whom are there to enjoy the beautiful outdoors. As the northeasternmost US state, Maine is the land of lighthouses, nature parks, and maritime history. No matter where you go in this state, from the seashore to the backcountry wilderness, every route is the scenic one. Maine State Day Hikes is a comprehensive, folding guide that is packed full of planning tips, trail maps, and what to expect at 20 family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible hiking trails. What are the trail surfaces? Can you bring your dog? Are there accessible facilities? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. Made in the USA.

Quaint towns, expansive wilderness, and abundant wildlife make New Hampshire a magnet for hikers. The state is known for its vibrant landscapes and beautiful recreation areas, many of which are within two hours of its major urban centers. Featuring 20 family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible hikes, New Hampshire Day Hikes is a comprehensive, laminated guide full of planning tips. What are the trail surfaces? Can you bring your dog? Are there accessible facilities? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. These trails are based on the idea that hiking is an activity that can - and should - be fun and accessible to all. Made in the USA.

Situated on the doorstep of the Pacific Northwest and on the western edge of the Rocky Mountain's Continental Divide, Idaho has a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Dramatic mountains, lush farmland, and storied whitewater rivers allow for endless exploration in a state that attracts over 20 million visitors each year. Oregon State Day Hikes is a comprehensive, laminated guide that is packed full of planning tips, maps, and what to expect at 20 family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible hiking trails. Can you bring your dog? Are there accessible facilities? What are the trail surfaces? Directions, parking access, and trail length are also included. Trails are within driving distance from cities and major communities. Made in the USA.

Shorebirds and seabirds found on the east coast are truly world globetrotters with migration routes that span oceans and continents. New Jersey Shorebirds is the ideal reference guide for the seasonal visitor or resident to identify commonly seen birds along the coast of eastern North America. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar species and a map featuring prominent coastal birding hotspots. Printed on waterproof paper for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by birders of all ages. Made in the USA.

The spectacular Cape Cod coastline encompasses a variety of diverse habitats that are home to thousands of species of plants and animals. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, nearshore fishes, seashore creatures, seashells and plants. It also includes a map featuring prominent wildlife-viewing areas. On waterproof paper, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an ideal source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

Appalachian Trail Trees & Wildflowers is the go-to resource for anyone interested in the plants found along the 2,175-mile-long Appalachian National Scenic Trail. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species and also includes an ecoregion map featuring prominent botanical sanctuaries along the trail. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by hikers of all ages. Made in the USA.

When tracking animals in Africa, guides rely on spoor (tracks and dung) to let them know where and when animals are present. African Animal Tracks is the perfect pocket-sized, folding guide for nature enthusiasts wanting to learn more about the science of tracking many of these nocturnal species. Beautiful illustrations highlight more than 80 species and their signs. Laminated for durability, this lightweight guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike. Made in the USA.

Compact yet comprehensive, The Nature of Alaska takes novice naturalists through an easy-to-read basic explanation of species, field identification tips, the evolution of animals and plants, Alaska's geography, ecosystems and climate, before delving into more detailed species identification. Exhaustively researched, beautifully illustrated throughout and organized into color-coded sections, The Nature of Alaska highlights over 300 common and unique plants, animals, and the state's outstanding natural attractions. Each listing is accompanied by a detailed full-color drawing, the species' common and scientific name, its size, a simple description and an indication of its habitat. Brief comments provide more information on each species and assist in further identification. A section at the back of the book includes maps and descriptions of Alaska's various regions, and then listings of the major natural attractions within each of those regions. Hikes and scenic drives are also described, along with accompanying maps and tips - and a handy checklist at the very back allows enthusiasts to keep track of the species they have personally observed.

Eco-tourists, adventurers, and nature lovers will find African Wildlife to be the ideal pocket-sized, folding guide to refer to while driving or trekking through this region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and includes a map of wildlife viewing hotspots. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field on safari.