Stan Tekiela loves the diversity found in nature. He also really loves the rule breakers—the critters that don’t seem to follow the rules that we people think they should. Here is the story of what Stan encountered while leading a workshop to photograph black bears...
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Critters of Minnesota is the kids’ wildlife pocket guide that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist and debut author Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters from the Land of 10,000 Lakes. If an animal is in this book, it’s found...
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Two dead bodies and too many coincidences to ignore—in this outdoors mystery, Special Agent Sam Rivers must stop a murderous conspiracy. Killing Monarchs will be available wherever books are sold as of June 13th. In the meantime, we are giving five (5) readers a chance to...
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Mystery readers are excited to dive into Cary Griffith’s book Cougar Claw and so are we. Find out what awaits you in this second book in the Sam Rivers Mystery Series. Enter our GIVEAWAY listed at the end of this post for a chance to win...
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Get Garden Bugs & Insects of the Midwest by Jaret C. Daniels, and learn how to identify and attract (or repel!) them. With brightly colored flowers, rich soil, and delicious nectar, the garden landscape is a bug’s paradise. The garden not only attracts the creatures...
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The Upper Midwest is a wonderful place to start rock collecting, as the region is home to a variety of collectible and valuable specimens of rocks and minerals. From Lake Superior Agates to Petoskey Stone to geodes and fossils, the area’s offerings provide a challenge...
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Peaceful, relaxing, and inspiring―birding can yield a lifetime of satisfaction. For some, the simple observation of birds is enough to fill them with joy. Others prefer to make it more interactive, striving to see a variety of species and learning to identify them. If you’re...
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With Wildflowers of Minnesota by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela, you can make wildflower identification simple, informative, and productive. Minnesota is a great place for wildflower enthusiasts. The state is at the crossroads of three major vegetative habitats. Each of these vegetative zones contains a...
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In his field guide Trees of Minnesota, Stan Tekiela describes all 93 species found in the state. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photographs provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Plus, Stan’s naturalist notes feature fascinating tidbits and...
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The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, eco-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts these creatures and, more importantly, helps them thrive....
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