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Grizzlies in the Wild 3 reviews
Kennan Ward
Northword Press, 1994
Kennan Ward is a wonderful, dedicated outdoor photographer.
During a recent trip to Alaska where I was photographing Grizzly bears, I wanted to acquire a book or two that would be good representations of professional bear photography. I looked at many (and there are many good ones). Of the outstanding books I previewed, none were more professional and complete than Ward's. He is the consummate naturalist, always getting his pictures, but never to ...
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Path of the Paddle6 reviews
Bill Mason
Northword Press Inc, 1989
Canoe technique - from the best
Bill Mason and son Paul really get down to basics in canoe and paddling technique in this revised soft-cover paddling manual. This book is geared to those who want to learn everything there is about flat-water and white-water travelling. It's the most definitive guidebook on the market.
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Stories of the Old Duck Hunters and Other Drivel6 reviews
Gordon MacQuarrie
Northword Press, 1990
I told my wife, if I'm ever in a coma....
I told my wife that if I am ever in a coma clinging to life, she should play these tapes. I can't say enough about MacQuarrie and his story telling ability. No one can describe better the experience of huddling in a pre dawn duckblind as wings whistle overhead in the darkness. Nor what it's like to feel the sure pluck of a brown trout at your fly during a spring rain. You will feel the glow ...
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Fun With Nature (Take-Along Guide)9 reviews
Mel Boring, Diane L. Burns, ...
Northword Press, 1998
Excellent Nature Book for Youngsters
We had purchased this book a year ago for our 4 year old granddaughter and she loved the book. So we purchase another one from Amazon for our other 4 year old granddaughter. It is a very good book!
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Autumn Leaves: A Guide to the Fall Colors of the Northwoods (Northword Nature Guide Collection)3 reviews
Ronald M. Lanner
Northword Press, 1990
Many color photos, nice treatments on species, well done
This is really well done. There are numerous color photos (both closeups, some whole tree shots, and often a shot of a grouping of trees showing the characteristics of the tree being described. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting a guide to Fall trees or even for planning your plantings. It's also reasonably priced. My only misgiving is that it isn't longer and cover the entire ...
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Land Remembers8 reviews
Ben Logan
Northword Press, 1985
One of my favorites!
This book is full of humor and spends wonderful time on how a farm is run, explaining the land, the chores, the wonder of living on a farm. Ben's antics with his brothers are delightful, and his account of his evenings with his family are memorable. I read this anytime I need a lift, and share its richness with anyone who will listen.
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America From 500 Feet!5 reviews
Bill Fortney, Ned Beatty, ...
Northword Press, 2001
Wonderful, magical journey and fantastic photographs!
What a great time to appreciate America and what better way than to see it all from a different perspective! Many books offer images of our beautiful country but seeing it from the air is breathtaking. As an amature photographer, I have visited and photographed many of the places in this book but I feel like I'm seeing them for the first time all over again. I met Bill Fortney on one of his ...
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White Wolf: Living With an Arctic Legend4 reviews
Jim Brandenburg
Northword Press, 1990
It takes a village-the wolf still knows what we've forgotten
Brandenburg's experience shows the wolf as a loving and compassionate family-oriented animal that is as wild at heart as they come. These highly intelligent creatures seemed to stay a step ahead of their distant watchers. This leads to some hilarious encounters and a tear jerking ending. Follow this up with "Brother Wolf."
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Brother Wolf: A Forgotten Promise12 reviews
Jim Brandenburg
Northword Press, 1993
Man is the real killer.
Brother Wolf: A Forgotten Promise starts off with an emotional "letter" from wolves to men, focusing on how humans and wolves used to live together in harmony, and how men are now killers, of wolves and other creatures. The letter ends with 'I do not think I know you anymore.' It is highly emotional, and nearly made me cry!
After that, the book switches to its true form...a book with ...
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Song of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to Wilderness Camping7 reviews
Bill Mason
Northword Press, 1988
The best book on "Living in the Outdoors"
Bill Mason was one of the best writers on canoeing period. He uses humor throughout the book and gives canoeists and campers of all kinds practical tips on the outdoors, canoeing and life in general. I highly recommend this book as an addition to anyone's library. Especially those of us who enjoy canoeing and understanding others' thoughts on the outdoors.
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Desert Awakenings2 reviews
John A. Murray, Jeff Gnass
Northword Press, 1998
The desert never looked more beautiful
Jeff Gnass and John Murray have managed to convey with in the pages of this wonderful book the incredibly diverse and colorful landscapes that makeup the desert regions of the south western United States. Their photographic images are with out a doubt some of the best ever put to film. Tne text is entertaining as well with personal insights relating to visiting a particular area photographed. I ...
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We Are Wolves (Nature for Kids)3 reviews
Melinda Julietta
Northword Press, 1999
A Delightful Book
We Are Wolves, is a beautiful meaningful story. The motherwolf needs to go hunting with the pack and leaves her two young wolveswith Uncle Wolf. The young wolves aren't too sure that spending the day with Uncle Wolf will be fun. But Uncle Wolf comes through for them. He shows them all the wonders of their forest habitat and the young wolves come to appreciate their heritage and destiny. The ...
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Shared Spirits: Wildlife and Native Americans (Religion and Spirituality)2 reviews
Dennis L. Olson
Northword Press, 1999
Extraordinary photography! Witty narration!
All creation is connected. This is the underlying theme of "Shared Spirits" as it beautifully depicts Native American thoughts on twelve different species through extraordinary photographs and witty narration. "Considering the struggles we are now having with our own environment, perhaps it is time to listen to some old teachers - the ones who have been here for eons. Native People aren't ...
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We Are Bears (Nature for Kids)3 reviews
Molly Grooms, Lucia Guarnotta
Northword Press, 2000
Beautiful and realistic!
The beautifully realistic illustrations reflect the true story line. No silliness here! An outstanding choice to read aloud to preschoolers--or for independent readers.
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Track of the Coyote (Northword Wildlife Series)2 reviews
Todd Wilkinson
Northword Press, 1995
Great for research!
I recently did a research paper on coyotes, interested in why they are increasing in the area. I had 18 sources and this book provided the most informative and comprehensive material available; it is also the most current group study available. It provides wonderful insight into the world of the coyote, such as habitat, social hierarchy, breeding, territorial patterns, general behaviors, etc. ...
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Cougars: Solitary Spirits (Wildlife Series)2 reviews
Dennis L. Olson
Northword Press, 1996
Great Cougar Book
This is an excellent book. Written in a comprehensive and interesting way, it covers very well all the aspects of the cougar's life. It focuses especially, on disipating myths and misinformation surrounding this beautiful and elusive animals. Statistics, status, distribution and the human interaction are also described here. But perhaps the best part of this book are the beautiful full-color ...
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Foxes: Living on the Edge (Wildlife Series (Minocqua, Wisc))2 reviews
J. David Henry
Northword Press, 1996
Excellent book
i must say this book gives very good info. I would recommend anyone who is intrested in foxes they have info from the swift fox to red foxes etc...
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Snakes, Salamanders, and Lizards (Take-Along Guide)3 reviews
Diane L. Burns
Northword Press, 1995
Excellent learning tool.
I purchased 5 books of this series for my five year old daughter for Christmas, as she is a nature lover and loves anything to do with science. After reviewing these books before giving them, we decided to use them as part of our science program for our home school. These books have bright and colorful pictures, short accurate explanations of the animal, their habitat, eating habits, and even ...
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The Heart of a Champion: Celebrating the Spirit and Character of America's Sports Heroes3 reviews
Frank Deford
Northword Press, 2002
Better than a box of Wheaties
Do you remember growing up and hearing about Wheaties, The Breakfast of Champions? We were always told that if we ate our Wheaties, we would grow up to be champions as well. Well, that part of the story never did hold true for me, but the champions that did appear on the front of the cereal box over the years have proved to be an enduring selection of sports heroes who have great stories behind ...
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More Stories of the Old Duck Hunters3 reviews
Gordon MacQuarrie
Northword Press, 1990
The Best Darn Writter On Duck Hunting Ever.
I have read everything he has written that I am aware of. These are not how to books. If you are a hunter and love all the little things that suround the hunter and the sport of duck hunting you will love his books. When I hear his name "Gordon Macquqrrie" I smile. In my mind I have been to his cabin, set infront of his fireplace full of pine knots. I have shot Bluebills in the snow and ...
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