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The Massachusetts Runoff, Erosion & Sediment Control Field Guide is widely used by professionals during the design, construction and monitoring phases of projects near critical water resources, this publication is the first of its kind in the Commonwealth and remains a popular BMP's guide with professionals, conservation commissioners and municipal employees.

Its purpose is to effectively reduce the natural resource and habitat-degrading impacts of erosion and sedimentation associated with construction and other land-disturbing actions, Best Management Practices (BMPs) must be employed.

62 Pages 

Pocket-Sized, Hand-Held, Water-Proof Flexi-Wire Bound Guide.   

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By:  Nathaniel T Wheelwright, Bernd Heinrich

"Become a more attentive observer and deepen your appreciation for the natural world. The unique five-year calendar format of The Naturalist’s Notebook helps you create a long-term record and point of comparison for memorable events, such as the first songbird you hear in spring, your first monarch butterfly sighting of summer, or the appearance of the northern lights. Biologist Nathaniel T. Wheelwright and best-selling author Bernd Heinrich teach nature lovers of all ages what to look for outdoors no matter where you live, using Heinrich’s classic illustrations as inspiration. As you jot down one observation a day, year after year, your collected field notes will serve as a valuable record of your piece of the planet. This deluxe book, with a three-piece case, gilt edges, a burgundy ribbon bookmark, and a belly band with gold foil stamping, is a perfect gift for all nature lovers." - goodreads.com

MACC ELECTRONIC PUBLICATION

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When your payment is received, we will email new subscribers an access code and the URL for a web page where you will create your Environmental Handbook account and then enter your access code to start using the Environmental Handbook. Return subscribers will receive a new access code to renew their subscription for another year.

Now available for purchase is the completely updated and revised Environmental Handbook for Massachusetts Conservation Commissioners. The 10th Edition, is a significant enhancement and expansion of the 9th Edition, with about 25% more information than the 9th Edition and chapters on special topics not found in the 9th Edition.

The Environmental Handbook is the indispensable resource for conservation commissioners and for those working with and appearing before conservation commissions.

The Environmental Handbook is online and interactive, providing readers with the newest information, word search capabilities, pop-up definitions of terms, active internal and external links, and the ability to make and keep notes in the electronic text for future reference.

Unlike the earlier paper editions, the online Handbook can be updated easily by MACC, assuring that it can stay current as laws, regulations, and policies change.

By: Gillian Davies and other scientists at BSC Group, for researching and writing this Guidebook, the Massachusetts Environmental Trust (MET) for funding this project, the MACC Buffer Zone Review Team, and MACC staff

Item # 288

Price: $20 for Members / $25 for Non-Members + shipping & handling

Pages: Ring-Softbound 115 Pages with Case Study Maps

Description:

This Guidebook is intended to be the primary source document for Massachusetts conservation commissioners when reviewing activities in the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Resource Areas regulated under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (MGL Chapter 131 Section 40) and implementing regulations (310 CMR 10.00), and under local bylaws and ordinances.  It is a comprehensive reference for commissions, as well as environmental professionals and wetland scientists working in the state. 

The Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (the “Act”) regulations do not provide performance standards for activities proposed within the 100-foot Buffer Zone associated with regulated wetlands and waterways.  As a result, conservation commissions must make decisions in accordance with the role that Buffer Zones play in protecting the interests of the Act.  The science and analyses provided in this Guidebook are intended to assist conservation commissions in their efforts to evaluate Buffer Zone projects on a case-by-case basis in this regulatory context, as well as in the context of local bylaws and ordinances. 

As MassDEP noted in the March 15, 2017 letter of support for this project:

“…buffer zones are jurisdictional areas under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act regulations but they are not wetland resource areas.  MassDEP has conducted our own literature search of the critical functions of wetland buffers and agrees that the research overall supports greater protection of buffer zones to varying degrees along riparian corridors, headwater streams and other wetland resource areas.  MassDEP attempted to encourage increased protection of buffers through various regulatory mechanisms, but the goal of buffer zone protection remains a vexing one to implement.

 MACC, in their unique role supporting conservation commissions, can provide local alternatives and options to commissions who want to protect buffers that are associated with wetland resource areas and even isolated wetlands, vernal pools and other vulnerable wetlands critical to maintaining the ecosystem integrity and water quality of local natural landscapes.” 

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Second Edition, September 2022

Publication Number: #326

Spiral bound for field use.

Handbook providing background information on wetland processes and the regulatory framework, procedures for delineating BVW boundaries, and recommendations for reviewing boundary delineations. 

Assisting conservation commissions and other municipal officials in protecting wetland resources through effective enforcement of the Wetlands Protection Act.

Softbound, 91 pages

Effective October 24, 2014

DEP. 310 CMR 10.00

Regulatory Authority: MGL Chapter 131 §40

Includes: 

Part I:      Regulations for all Wetlands

Part II:    Additional Regulations for Coastal Wetlands

Part III:  Additional Regulations for Inland Wetlands

Current text on procedures for issuing licenses and permits under the Wetlands Protection Act. 

Paperback. Bound

By: Timber Press

224 pages, Hardcover | Publication: 327

Animal Tracks of the Northeast

Publication # 331

• Range includes: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and upstate New York
• 40 species of mammals, birds, and amphibians included
• Includes track and scat illustrations
• Instant access to just what you need to know. Perfect for backpack or back pocket

by Stan Tekiela

Paperback: 320 Pages with Full Color Photo Pages

Publication: # 292

Make bird watching in Massachusetts even more enjoyable! With Stan Tekiela's famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don't live in Massachusetts. This book features 121 species of Massachusetts birds, organized by color for ease of use. Do you see a yellow bird and don't know what it is? Go to the yellow section to find out. Fact-filled information, a compare feature, range maps and detailed photographs help to ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.

Author: Johnny Molloy

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• • Paperback: 256 pages
• Price: 

Publication:  #291

Book Description:

Imagine hiking along a wooded trail in New England and stumbling upon the stone foundation of a crumbled building, the wooden slats of the walls caved in, the ironwork of the hinges still dangling on the burned out door. This discovery piques your interest—what is this? What’s its significance? How can you find out? Enter Hiking through History New England: Exploring the Region’s Past by Trail. The hiking guidebook, which profiles forty hikes (all trails, of varying degrees of difficulty), goes beyond simply stating miles and directions and GPS coordinates for each hike to include rich descriptions of the history underfoot. Hike Weir Farm National Historic Site, the only national park dedicated to American painting. Trek around Walden Pond, where Thoreau solidified his theses on nature and man. Learn about aboriginal New Englanders at Salt Bay Preserve, where a 2,400 year-old shell midden provides clues left by ancient Mainers. And more. Make no mistake—this is a hiking book first and foremost, complete with rich photos and detailed maps, but with added extras and sidebars detailing enough historical information to satisfy every curiosity along the way.

About Author:

Johnny Molloy is one of America’s most experienced and prolific guidebook authors. Molloy writes for a variety of magazines, Web sites and newspapers. He continues writing and traveling extensively throughout the United States, endeavoring in a variety of outdoor pursuits. He has penned over 50 hiking, paddling and camping guides covering 26 states, from Florida to Texas to Wisconsin to New England. Molloy lives in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Author: Tristan Googley

Publication #324

A New York Times Bestseller
A Forbes Top 10 Conservation and Environment Book of 2016

Read the sea like a Viking and interpret ponds like a Polynesian—with a little help from expert navigator Tristan Gooley, New York Times-bestselling author of The Secret World of Weather and The Lost Art of Reading Nature’s Signs
 
In his eye-opening books The Lost Art of Reading Nature’s Signs and The Natural Navigator, Tristan Gooley helped readers reconnect with nature by finding direction from the trees, stars, clouds, and more. Now, he turns his attention to our most abundant—yet perhaps least understood—resource.
 
Distilled from his far-flung adventures—sailing solo across the Atlantic, navigating with Omani tribespeople, canoeing in Borneo, and walking in his own backyard—Gooley shares hundreds of techniques in How to Read Water. Readers will:
 

• Find north using puddles
• Forecast the weather from waves
• Decode the colors of ponds
• Spot dangerous water in the dark
• Decipher wave patterns on beaches, and more!

By: Michael D. Williams

Paperback,  Published April 2007

"Unique identification guide is effective, filled with color photos, and easy to use in winter, spring, summer, and fall Field-tested by forestry experts Identify trees in any season, not just when they are in full leaf. This field-tested guide features color photos showing bark; branching patterns; fruits, flowers, or nuts; and overall appearance; as well as leaf color and shape--all chosen specifically to illustrate trees in spring, summer, winter, and fall. Accompanying text describes common locations and identifying characteristics. Created for in-the-field or at-home use, this guide includes an easy-to-use key that will help you put a name to any tree by flipping only a few pages. Covers every common tree in eastern North America." - goodreads.com

by Teresa Marrone and Walt Sturgeon

Paperback: 288 pages

Publication: # 293

Hundreds of full-color photos with easy-to-understand text make this a great visual guide to learning about more than 400 species of common wild mushrooms found in the Northeast. The species (from Morel Mushrooms to Shelf Mushrooms) are organized by shape, then by color, so you can identify them by their visual characteristics. Plus, with the Top Edibles and Top Toxics sections, you'll begin to learn which are the edible wild mushrooms. The information in the book, written by Teresa Marrone and Walt Sturgeon, is accessible to beginners but useful for even experienced mushroom seekers.

Publication: # 306

Member Price: 28.95

Douglas W. Tallamy’s first book, Bringing Nature Home, sparked a national conversation about the link between healthy local ecosystems and human well-being. In Nature's Best Hope, he takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots, home-grown approach to conservation. Nature's Best Hope advocates for homeowners everywhere to turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. This home-based approach doesn’t rely on the federal government and protects the environment from the whims of politics. It is also easy to do, and readers will walk away with specific suggestions they can incorporate into their own yards. Nature's Best Hope is nature writing at its best—rooted in history, progressive in its advocacy, and above all, actionable and hopeful. By proposing practical measures that ordinary people can easily do, Tallamy gives us reason to believe that the planet can be preserved for future generations. - goodreads.com

by: T. Travis and Shanda Brown

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Stackpole Books
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More than 200 plants, trees and shrubs, invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and birds commonly found in eastern wetland habitats are featured in this detailed field guide. Entries for each species include identifying characteristics, descriptions, full-color photos, and range maps. This guide also explains the valuable role of wetlands in a healthy ecosystem and describes the various types of wetlands found throughout the eastern United States. The convenient, pocketsize format makes this a perfect resource for hikers, campers, naturalists, and wildlife professionals.

224 pages Paperback | Publication #330

A short, concise and user-friendly guide to the essential procedures of conducting a meeting, written by the authors of Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised, the only authorized edition of the classic work on parliamentary procedure

Originally published in 1876, General Henry M. Robert's guide to smooth, orderly, and fairly conducted meetings has sold over six million copies in eleven editions. Robert's Rules of Order is the book on parliamentary proceedings, yet those not well versed on what has now become a rather thick document can find themselves lost-and delayed-while trying to locate the most important rules. The solution? Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised in Brief.

Written by the same authorship team behind the officially sanctioned Robert's Rules of Order, this short and user-friendly edition takes readers through the rules most often needed at meetings--from debates to amendments to nominations. With sample dialogues and a guide to using the complete edition, Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised in Brief is the essential handbook for parliamentary proceedings.

Gardeners are inherently curious. They make note of a plant label in a botanical garden and then go home to learn more. They pick up fallen blossoms to examine them closer. They spend hours reading plant catalogs. But they are often unable to accurately name or describe their discoveries. A Botanist’s Vocabulary gives gardeners and naturalists a better understanding of what they see and a way to categorize and organize the natural world in which they are so intimately involved. Through concise definitions and detailed black and white illustrations, it defines 1300 words commonly used by botanists, naturalists, and gardeners to describe plants. 

Authors: Peter G. Mirick with Tom French and Jacob Kubel (2016)

Poly-Paperback: 94 color photo pages

Publication: #295

This 94-page, 8 3/4 x 6 inch guide features frogs, toads, salamanders, snakes, and turtles found in Massachusetts.

The guide includes detailed species accounts, vivid photographs including some common pattern and color variations, information about reptile and amphibian conservation, and a key to the sea turtles of the North Atlantic.

Author: The Xerces Society, Dr. Marla Spivak (Foreword)

Paperback: 384 pages

Publication: # 289

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 your flowers beautiful and your grains and produce plentiful. In Attracting Native Pollinators, you’ll find ideas for building nesting structures and creating a welcoming habitat for an array of diverse pollinators that includes not only bees, but butterflies, moths, and more. Take action and protect North America’s food supply for the future, while at the same time enjoying a happily bustling landscape.

Editorial Reviews

 
From the Back Cover
Protect the Pollinators That Help Feed the World
Bees, wasps, butterflies, moths, flies, and some beetles pollinate more than 70 percent of flowering plants, but North America's native pollinators face multiple threats to their health and habitat. The Xerces Society offers a complete action plan of protecting these industrious animals by providing flowering habitat and nesting sites. 

Providing Healthy Habitats for Pollinators:
Supports bountiful farm and garden harvests
Maintains healthy plant communities
Provides food for other wildlife
Beautifies your landscape with flower plants

"Precise, elegant, and thoughtful, the recommendations offered by the Xerces Society will become essential to advancing a healthy and diverse food-production system."  - Gary Paul Nabhan, The Forgotten Pollinators and Renewing America's Food Traditions

"Here is the most comprehensive treatment yet of native pollinators, detailing natural history, ecological importance, taxonomy, conservation, and restoration of native pollinator communities. Attracting Native Pollinators belongs on the bookshelf to everyone who values the future of the natural world."  - Douglas W. Tallamy, author, Bringing Nature Home

About the Author
The Xerces Society is a nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon, that protects wildlife through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitat. Established in 1971, the Society is at the forefront of invertebrate protection worldwide, harnessing the knowledge of scientists and the enthusiasm of citizens to implement conservation programs. They are the authors of 100 Plants to Feed the Bees, Farming with Native Beneficial Insects, and Attracting Native Pollinators. 
 

Find Joy in the Beauty and Wonder of Birds

Birding is among the most popular outdoor activities―especially in the Northeast, where hundreds of different bird species can be seen and observed. Now is the perfect time to join the fun and let our feathered friends astonish and inspire you. Award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela has written best-selling bird identification guides for almost every Northeastern state. In Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Northeast, he provides the information you need to become a skilled birder in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

The first section of the book presents “how to” information. Learn the basics of bird feeders. Get to know your birdseed. Create a bird-friendly yard―and even make your own bird food with do-it-yourself recipes.

The book’s second section is an identification guide, featuring 54 Northeastern birds that are most likely to be seen at your backyard feeder or near your home. The species are organized by color, making it simple to identify what you see. If you spot a yellow bird, go to the yellow section to discover what it is. Each bird gets a full-page photograph with notations about key field marks, or identification characteristics. The full-color photos are paired with information ranging from the bird’s nest and eggs to favorite foods, as well as Stan’s fascinating naturalist notes.

Give birding a try, and get started with the guidance of an expert. You’ll be amazed by how much joy birds can bring, and you’ll have a lifetime to enjoy them.

A Guide to the Peatland Plants of the Northeastern United States and Adjacent Canada

Author: Ronald Davis

Paperback 304 pages

The word is spreading among outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers that bogs and fens (peatlands) are among the most fascinating and beautiful places to visit. This growing reputation, along with the development of boardwalks that allow a close look at the ecosystem without getting one s feet wet, has led to an upsurge in visits to these wetlands. To aid the increasing number of bog walkers, Ronald B. Davis has produced an attractive and informative guide to the trees, shrubs, and wildflowers of the peatlands of the greater American northeastern region. The book covers 155 of the species most likely to be discovered alongside the boardwalks and presents stunning photographs of 98 of them. It includes a primer on the ecology of peatlands and offers an invaluable guide to 78 peatlands with boardwalks across the region. This essential guide to the wonders of the bog trails will appeal to boardwalk newbies and old pros alike." - Goodsreads.com

Published June 7th 2016 by University Press of New England

Common Mushrooms of the Northeast
Publication # 332

• 57 species – both common and rare – found in northeastern North America
• Tips for identification
• Illustrations and text by Kirsten McKnight Ward, Joseph R. Rohrer, and Karl B. McKnight, co-authors of the Peterson Guide to Mushrooms, Revised Edition
  

Noted nature writer Ted Williams invites readers along on a year-long immersion in the wild and fleeting moments of the natural world, from winter candy and spring quackers to summer’s scarlet farewell and autumn reveilles. This beautifully crafted collection of short, seasonal essays combines in-depth information with evocative descriptions of nature’s marvels and mysteries. Williams explains the weather conditions that bring out the brightest reds in autumn leaves, how hungry wolf spiders catch their prey, and why American goldfinches wait until late July or August to build their nests. In the tradition of Thoreau, Carson, and Leopold, Ted Williams’s writing stands as a testament to the delicate balance of nature’s resilience and fragility, and inspires readers to experience the natural world for themselves and to become advocates for protecting and preserving the amazing diversity and activity found there.

This laminated wallet-sized ID card is great to take on any adventure where you may come across ferns. This item goes very well with several of our ferns books. 

Laminated Card

by Joe Walewski

Publication # 303

Learn to identify ferns in the North Woods Ferns and allies are a surprisingly diverse group with a fascinating natural history. Some ferns are as tiny as golf tees, and others may tower to head height. Horsetail stems contain so much abrasive silica that they can be used to scour pots! Did you know that the spores from certain club mosses are highly explosive and were used in creating flashes to light photos taken in the 1800s? This interesting addition to the Naturalist Series covers all 86 species of ferns, horsetails, spikemosses, quillworts, and club mosses found in the North Woods of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ontario. The innovative format, with fieldmark arrows that point out the best distinguishing characteristics, makes field identification a snap. You’ll find more than 300 photos and dozens of color illustrations, including detailed art that clearly illustrates the life history of ferns and their allies, as well as range maps for all species. With its handy field guide size, Ferns & Allies of the North Woods by Joe Walewski conveniently fits in your backpack or back pocket.

 by Lauren Brown, Ted Elliman, Jerry Jenkins (Foreword)

MACC pub #323

Invasive Plants: Guide to Identification and the Impacts and Control of Common North American Species #329

by Sylvan Ramsey Kaufman (Author), Wallace Kaufman (Author)

Paperback 544 pages | Publication # 329

An easy-to-use, wide-ranging guide to invasive plants in North America. Features full-color photos and descriptions of more than 250 alien species—both terrestrial and aquatic—that are in some cases changing the landscape to an almost unimaginable degree. Accompanying text describes the plant's environmental and economic impacts as well as management techniques used to control it. Also includes an explanation of what an invasive is and a step-by-step identification key. An essential guide to understanding this unprecedented environmental challenge.

Folding Laminate Guide

#320

A Folding Pocket Guide to Invasive & Noxious Species

Publication # 217

This heavy duty laminated double sided card shows the most common Northeast mammal tracks. It is a quick method of identifying tracks while in the field.

It has four sections of tracks for identification-

Hoppers: Mouse, Chipmunk, Red Squirrel, Gray Squirl, Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare

Bounders: Ermine, Long Tailed Weasel, Mink, Marketing, Fisher, and Otter

Walkers: Shrew, Vole, Housecat, Bobcat, Fox, Coyote, Deer, Moose, Grouse, and Turkey

Waddlers: Skunk, Muskrat, Oppossum, Raccoon, Porcupine, Beaver, and Black Bear.

The card has pictures of the tracks, sizes, and strides with a 8.5 cm scale as well. It comes with a small hole in one corner so that you can put it with others on a jump ring or bead key chain. The size is 3 7/8" x 2 1/2".

Delve into this fascinating appreciation of milkweed, an often-overlooked plant, and discover an amazing range of insects and organisms that depend on it as the seasons unfold, with this collaboration between a noted ecologist and an award-winning botanical illustrator.

by Uli Lorimer (Author), Native Plant Trust (Author)

Paperback 352 | Publication #319

Bring your garden to life—and life to your garden
 
Do you want a garden that makes a real difference? Choose plants native to our Northeast region. The rewards will benefit you, your yard, and the environment—from reducing maintenance tasks to attracting earth-friendly pollinators such as native birds, butterflies, and bees. Native plant expert Uli Lorimer of the Native Plant Trust makes adding these superstar plants easier than ever before, with proven advice that every home gardener can follow. This incomparable sourcebook includes 235 recommended native trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, wildflowers, grasses, sedges, and annuals. It’s everything you need to know to create a beautiful and beneficial garden.
 
This must-have handbook is for gardeners in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, eastern Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

The essential gardener’s guide to growing native in New England

"Plants native to New England evolved to thrive in local conditions and survive harsh seasons. Native Plants for New England Gardens culls the expertise of the New England Wild Flower Society to help anyone create lovely, hardy gardens that will tolerate drought, resist disease and encourage biodiversity. This handy guide to 100 great native flowers, ground covers, shrubs, ferns, and grasses that will thrive in New England gardens features practical information accompanied by beautiful color photography on every page. Find and nurture the native plants that your garden is missing—the planet will thank you." - goodreads.com

Paperback: 232 pages
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press; 1 edition (March 1, 2018)

Pond and Brook #100

A Guide to Nature in Freshwater Environments

Beach Life and Shells of the New England Coast

Publication # 333

• 77 shell species, both common and exotic, found on the Atlantic Coast from Long Island Sound up to the Canadian Maritimes.
• Illustrations by Jackie Leatherbury Douglass.
• Includes info on how to clean and preserve shells
• Includes common gulls, shorebirds, and beach life

By: Jackie Sones (Author), Lillian Q. Stokes (Author), Donald Stokes (Author), Blair Nikula (Author)

Paperback, 159 pages | Publication #328

A pocket-size, brilliantly colorful, simple-to-use guide to dragonflies, containing dozens of full-color photographs that enable readers of all ages to identify the most common species; range maps; tips on attracting dragonflies, information on habitat needs, life cycle, food preferences; and much more.

Paperback, 186 pages

Publication # 304 

Citizen science is the public involvement in the discovery of new scientific knowledge. A citizen science project can involve one person or millions of people collaborating towards a common goal. The citizen science movement is approachable and inclusive, making it an excellent option for people looking for ways to get involved and make a difference. The Field Guide to Citizen Science—by the expert team at SciStarter—makes it easier than ever for those new to the process to get involved. It explains what citizen science is, explores the various types of projects available, shows how to succeed and stay motivated when you’re participating in a project, and explains how the data is used. The included projects range from passive observation to active data collection. With an upbeat and accessible tone and a lively, illustrated layout, this must-have guide is for anyone looking to join the fun and rewarding world of citizen science. - goodreads.com

by Peter Wohlleben

Hardcover
Published June 15th 2021

FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES

A powerful return to the forest, where trees have heartbeats and roots are like brains that extend underground. Where the color green calms us, and the forest sharpens our senses.

In The Heartbeat of Trees, renowned forester Peter Wohlleben draws on new scientific discoveries to show how humans are deeply connected to the natural world. In an era of cell phone addiction, climate change, and urban life, many of us fear we've lost our connection to nature--but Peter Wohlleben is convinced that age-old ties linking humans to the forest remain alive and intact.

Drawing on science and cutting-edge research, The Heartbeat of Trees reveals the profound interactions humans can have with nature, exploring:

the language of the forest
the consciousness of plants
and the eroding boundary between flora and fauna.
A perfect book to take with you into the woods, The Heartbeat of Trees shares how to see, feel, smell, hear, and even taste the forest.

Peter Wohlleben, renowned for his ability to write about trees in an engaging and moving way, reveals a wondrous cosmos where humans are a part of nature, and where conservation and environmental activism is not just about saving trees--it's about saving ourselves, too.

Praise for The Heartbeat of Trees

"As human beings, we're desperate to feel that we're not alone in the universe. And yet we are surrounded by an ongoing conversation that we can sense if, as Peter Wohlleben so movingly prescribes, we listen to the heartbeat of all life." --Richard Louv, author of Our Wild Calling a nd Last Child in the Woods

"Astonishment after astonishment--that is the great gift of The Heartbeat of Trees. It is both a celebration of the wonders of trees and a howl of outrage at how recklessly we profane them." --Kathleen Dean Moore, author of Earth's Wild Music

"As Peter Wohlleben reminds us in The Heartbeat of Trees, trees are the vocabulary of nature as forests are the brain bank of a living planet. This was the codex of the ancient world, and it must be the fine focus of our future." --Dr. Diana Beresford-Kroeger, author of To Speak for the Trees and The Global Forest

"Peter Wohlleben knows the battle that lies before us: forging a closer relationship with nature before we destroy it. In The Heartbeat of Trees, he takes us deep into the global forest to show us how."--Jim Robbins, author of The Man Who Planted Trees

By: Compiled Various Writers, Published by Northern Woodlands

Book Number: #292

Pages: Softbound, 228 pages

Price: $18.00 Members / $19.95 Non-members 

How do trees fight beavers?
Why do trout have spots?
Are there ten coyotes howling, or just two?
If robins migrate, how come they’re at my feeder this winter?

The Outside Story is a weekly ecology essay series edited by the staff of Northern Woodlands magazine, compiled here into our second volume, with interior illustrations and the cover painting by Adelaide Tyrol. Organized by month, the 72 essays in this book offer a fun and often surprising look at everyday nature of the Northeast. Also included are week-to-week calendars of natural events and suggestions for hands-on outdoor learning.

Softbound, 228 pages.

This is a smorgasbord menu of delicious tidbits of the north woods. A fun read. - Bernd Heinrich

The Outside Story is a series of short literary treks into the heart of the natural world, each of which lifts a small veil off the face of something mundane, misunderstood, or unknown. These essays reveal the inner beauty of place, process, and participant, a gateway into the nature of a number of the other life forms that shape northern woodlands. Unequivocally, this book is the ideal companion for a field guide. - Ted Levin

by Russ Cohen, Illustrations by Stephanie Letendre

"This popular forging guidebook focuses on edible plants that can easily be found throughout Essex County (and most of New England, for that matter). Includes tips and information related to foraging, and recipes!"- Essex County Greenbelt Land Trust

Makes an excellent gift or interesting book to have in the kitchen with what you would be surprised you can eat from your own yard or adventures.

Publication # 301

This heavy duty laminated  double sided card helps the user to work through a system to identify the most common Northeast winter tree twigs. It is a quick method of identifying trees while in the field.

Trees that can be identified are: Silver Maple, Red Maple, Striped Maple, Sugar Maple, Oak, Hickory, Alder, Birch, Beech, Basswood, Elm, Cherry, Apple, Aspen, and Poplar.

The card has a picture of the different winter twig parts.. It comes with a small hole in one corner so that you can put it with others on a jump ring or bead key chain. The size is 3 7/8" x 2 1/2". 

Author: Ralph W. Tiner

Excellent guide widely used and intended to aid in winter identification of trees, shrubs, and woody vines growing in wetlands and along their borders. Includes keys and illustrations to over 100 plants. 

Paperback, 98 Pages

It is a quad-fold brochure on heavy white stock.

*Cost is 20¢ each. Minimum order of 100.

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