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This is your handy field guide to the most common and fascinating spiders of North and South Carolina. Its innovative format makes field identification of over 100 species simple and fun, with color photos, detailed information and much more!

Let author Lawrence Millman escort you on a journey into the history of over 150 fungi species. Learn how to make spore prints, discover which species are edible, find out which mushroom the Vikings ate before their raids and more.

Learn about fascinating fungi of the North Woods in the first guide exclusively for Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. The book's 120 species are represented with color illustrations, while the pages are loaded with natural history info and more.

Which spider spits venom and sticky threads? Why don't Northerners need to fear the Black Widow? These answers and more are found in Spiders of the North Woods. The easy-to-follow format makes field identification of 135 species simple and fun.

Get the field identification guide to 81 of the most commonly seen mosses and liverworts of the Upper Midwest and New England.Welcome to the fascinating world of mosses! Once you take a closer look, it becomes clear that these small, often-overlooked plants are everywhere—and they can be identified in the field. This first-of-its-kind guide introduces nature lovers to 81 of the mosses and liverworts most commonly found in the northern forests, including the many species of Sphagnum, an important carbon sink for the planet.Detailed descriptions, field-friendly identification tips, habitat notes, and full-color photographs help you recognize these quiet wonders and better understand the vibrant world beneath your feet. Stepping into the cool, green world of mosses and liverworts is an invitation to slow down, look closely, and discover a remarkable part of the natural world. This is the perfect guide to help you explore a miniature realm teeming with resilience, connection, and unexpected wisdom.Book Features:81 common mosses and liverworts of the North WoodsFirst-of-its-kind field guide for identifying bryophytes in northern forestsClear explanations of the differences between mosses and liverwortsDetailed species descriptions, identification tips, and habitat insightsGuidance on the tools and ethical practices for observing bryophytes responsiblyFull-color photographs to support accurate field identificationContent applicable to Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New York, Ontario, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Wisconsin

Learn to Identify Tiger Beetles with This Field Guide We are all very lucky that tiger beetles aren't the size of German Shepherds! These ferocious, pint-sized predators are beautifully marked, and some are extremely colorful. They are fascinating to watch and easy to find. Join in the fun with Tiger Beetles of Minnesota, Wisconsin & Michigan by Mathew Brust with full-color photography by Mike Reese. All 21 species found in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan are covered in detail, with loads of amazing natural history and the information you need to identify what you see.Inside You’ll FindAll 21 species of tiger beetles found in Minnesota, Wisconsin & MichiganInnovative format that makes field identification a snapFieldmark arrows that point out the best distinguishing characteristicsThe best habitats to look for tiger beetlesMore than 180 color photos and detailed range maps for all speciesElytra comparison chart for easy IDs“Tiger beetling” has become very popular with naturalists across the country. Get in on the fun with this handy field guide that conveniently fits in your backpack or back pocket.

Often considered the “bible” for boating, cruising, paddling, or sailing on Lake Superior, this comprehensive guide is packed with a lifetime of knowledge.Bonnie Dahl knows Lake Superior like no one else! For more than 40 years, she has personally investigated every cove and harbor, anchorage and marina on the Greatest of the Great Lakes. This latest edition of Superior Way gives you the most comprehensive information you’ll ever find about boating on Superior.Aboard their Columbia 10.7 sailboat, Bonnie and her husband, Ron, have explored and documented every nook and cranny of Lake Superior. With this truly authoritative guide, you’ll have exactly what you need for enjoyable and safe boating around Superior’s islands, channels, and harbors. Here is a truly remarkable book—and one that might just save your boat.Book Features:The definitive guide to cruising on Lake SuperiorCompletely revised and updatedNew marinas and anchoragesConveniently spiral-boundIdeal for power boaters and sailorsMore than 420 GPS waypointsMore than 360 full-color diagrams, charts, and tables, including 340 revised and updated chartsIncludes Sault Ste. Marie and the St. Marys River

Get the field identification guide to more than 370 species of moths—and their caterpillars—in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.Moths are among the most diverse and fascinating insects in North America. In fact, there are far more moths than butterflies—and they are often just as colorful and striking. With over 750 full-color photographs, this comprehensive guide makes identifying moths easier than ever. Naturalist and photographer Jim Sogaard introduces more than 370 species found across the Upper Midwest, including spectacular silkworm moths, sphinx moths, underwings, tiger moths, and more. Each account features clear photographs of adults and caterpillars, along with identification tips and information about food, range, and life cycle. Engaging “Nature Notes” provide fascinating insights into behavior and adaptations.Whether you’re a backyard naturalist, a hiker, or are simply curious about the night-flying wonders around porch lights, this is the most comprehensive moth reference for Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan—and a perfect companion for exploring the Great Lakes region and beyond.Book Features:More than 370 species of moths, plus their caterpillarsOver 750 full-color photographs for confident identificationRed-bar phenograms that show flight periodsHandy field guide format for outdoor use

Get this popular guide and start identifying all of those rocks seen on the beaches and shores of Lake Superior. Included are color illustrations of each type of rock, a description, tips for recognizing it and where to go to find it.

This is your guide to all 120 species of butterflies of the North Woods. Features include easy-to-use red bar phenograms, a phenology flight chart, habitat guide and binocular buying guide. The innovative format makes field identification a snap!

Lichens have the capability to dissolve granite. They are very colorful; oranges, yellows, greens, blacks and whites adorn trees, bedrock and even gravestones. This field guide spotlights 120 species, shown in color photos with natural history text.

Insects of the North Woods will help you identify more than 300 species of six-legged critters native to Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin. The book includes hundreds of color photos of beetles, bees, wasps, grasshoppers, crickets and more.

The authors scoured the buggy biomes in search of North Woods' orchids. The result is this handy book that makes field identification a snap. Learn about all 53 orchid species found in the North Woods, complete with photos, range maps and more.

Between the covers of Amazing Agates, you'll discover everything you've always wanted to know about Lake Superior's banded gemstone. Mr. Agate himself, Scott Wolter, will highlight all types of agates, explain features within individual agates and give a brief history of the largest, most famous Lake Superior agates. Scott will even share his best picking locations with you. Ever wonder what your prize agate would rate? Check out the pioneering Scale of Value. Detailed images illustrate every agate, agate type and feature talked about in the book.

This go-to guide will help you identify the most interesting six-legged critters native to the Northeast. Tom Murray shares natural history nuggets and identification tips on over 1,000 species of insects! The book includes hundreds of color photos.

The authors scoured New England and New York in search of orchids. The result is this handy book that makes field identification a snap. Learn about all 65 orchid species found in the region, complete with photos, range maps and more.

Identify 16 species of earthworms found in the ground beneath your feet, and educate yourself as to their role in our forest ecosystems. Methods for collecting worms and keys to identifying your finds are included in this great research tool.

Ferns, horsetails and clubmosses 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 clubmosses are highly explosive and were used in creating flashes to light photos taken in the 1800s? This new addition to the North Woods Naturalist Series covers more than 100 species of ferns and friends native to Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. Range maps, habitats, nature notes and an easy to understand description for each species are paired with more than 250 color photos!

From the massive moose to the miniscule mole, 68 species of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan mammals are described in vivid detail by mammalogist Roger Powell of Ely, Minnesota. Roger is a Professor Emeritus of North Carolina State University with a broad range of expertise from Black Bears to fishers to weasels. All native (and introduced species) are covered from lynx to Least Chipmunk, from wolf to Woodland Jumping Mouse and from Snowshoe Hare to Short-tailed Shrew. Every page will provide an "aha" moment and an exclamation of "I didn't know that!" You thought you knew our northern mammals...until you read this book!

Which dragonfly eats large butterflies and other dragonflies? Learn about all 102 species of dragonflies in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ontario. Over 250 new photos and 30-plus new illustrations have been added to the third edition of the best-selling Dragonflies of the North Woods, which won a National Outdoor Book Award. The new maps are larger and updated with the latest survey data, and each dragonfly species has a full 2-page spread of images and information!

All 51 Species of Damselflies in Minnesota, Wisconsin and MichiganGet the new edition of Damselflies of Minnesota, Wisconsin & Michigan. As part of the popular North Woods Naturalist Series, this handy field guide by Robert DuBois and Mike Reese contains detailed information and features an innovative format that makes field identification a snap. Fieldmark arrows point out the best distinguishing characteristics. Amazingly detailed art clearly illustrates the claspers and abdomen tips, further helping to distinguish between closely related species. The range maps are larger and updated with the latest survey data, and red-bar phenograms help you know when each species is on the wing. Fascinating natural history facts and more than 170 photographs create a perfect guide to carry with you. It is the first comprehensive guide to damselflies in all of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan.