Naturalist S Guide To The Americas

Excerpt from Naturalist's Guide to the Americas The Ecological Society of America is a national organization of approximately 500 members, the majority of whom are connected with universities, colleges, and other educational or research institutions. The membership includes a larger proportion of persons interested in the preservation of natural conditions for research in pure science and for educational work than any other of our national scientific societies. It publishes the journal Ecology, which is largely devoted to contributions on the original flora and fauna and on their conditions of existence. In 1917 a committee was charged with the listing of all preserved and preservable areas in North America in which natural conditions persist. The original committee included about twenty-five members, scattered throughout the United States and Canada. The first work was to make the list and when this had made some progress, to urge the reservation of such important areas as demanded immediate attention. The whole problem of securing the preservation of areas, which is one of the objects of the committee work, is very complex. At the outset the committee felt the lack of any definite guides in carrying on the work. The organization which produced the Naturalists Guide has been a growth; committee membership is limited to those willing to do some kind of work, and includes about seventy-five members. It is a committee on the preservation of nature. Its efforts are directed toward the preservation of natural areas with original flora and fauna (or as nearly so as may obtain) and the maintenance of the natural biotic balance in existing preserves. During the preparation of the present volume the committee aimed to have two members in each state (and province of Canada). These members(1) supplied information relative to natural areas, etc. in their territory and(2) undertook to interest one local organization concerned with pure science, e.g., a state academy or natural history society, in the preservation of natural areas, commonly indicated by the appointment of a committee. This constitutes a permanent organization charged, among other things, with the keeping of the guide up to date. Other members were engaged in investigating certain topics and writing reports, in interesting pure science organizations to support the work of publication and distribution of information, and in selecting natural areas within existing public forests. The present volume has been prepared with the aid of various institutions and organizations. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Here is a comprehensive, significant study of wetlands flora, which encompasses all members of the plant and fungi kingdoms. These include poisonous, hallucinogenic, medicinal, and edible plant life as well as native and non-native plants that have the potential to become troublesome weed species. Complete and accurate details are offered on plant collection and preservation. A special chapter provides nontechnical investigations and projects for those pursuing areas beyond the realm of gathering and identifying flora. Conservation and habitat preservation are emphasized throughout the book. Handsomely illustrated, informative, and easy to read, this hands-on guide will prove an accessible and invaluable companion to professional and amateur naturalists as well as to students and the general public.

A charmingly illustrated keepsake and guide to native, wild plants of North America. In this exquisitely detailed naturalist’s handbook, Laura C. Martin provides profiles of 85 wild plants and flowers found across North America, each accompanied by lovingly illustrated and charming watercolor paintings. With dozens of notes, arrows, and details, each chapter encourages the reader to look at the plants as a naturalist would—opening up a whole new way of seeing nature. Martin gives details on where the plants can be found, how they grow, how to identify them, and what natural properties they each have. The handbook features plants from across North America, including the Purple Coneflower, found along the East Coast from Quebec to Florida, and the Opuntia (prickly pear) cacti found in Mexico and America’s Southwest. In addition to the wildflower profiles, readers will find information on growing native plants, instructions for plant crafts, tips for conservation, and ideas for activities with children. They’ll also discover recipes for teas, herb mixes, tinctures, and salves using the plants described. Crafts and activities include making dyes, simple baskets, wreaths, and crowns. A Naturalist’s Book of Wildflowers is a gift book and field guide in one, with its treasure trove of handy information and beautiful colored drawings.

Provides basic information about the biology, life cycles, and behavior of birds, along with brief profiles of each of the eighty bird families in North America.

“A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.

Filled with beautiful illustrations and fascinating descriptions of the natural world, this guide is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the flora and fauna of North America. Maynard's detailed observations of animals and plants will inspire readers to look more closely at the world around them, while also providing valuable scientific information. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.