Birding is America’s most popular outdoor activity. And for the millions of Americans suddenly working or sheltered at home, learning the names, colors, and characteristics of nature’s feathered favorites is a brand-new passion. Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners is the only series for new birders that provides expert...
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In Stan Tekiela’s Birding for Beginners: Midwest, the author shares his insights and remarkable photos that will help you become a skilled birder in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The book contains 55 species of birds that are all...
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Stan Tekiela, naturalist and wildlife photographer par excellence, shares with us his fascination for turtles. I often find the most interesting things in nature are the most mundane. For example, I am sure many of you are seeing turtles crossing roads or perhaps crawling across...
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We are thrilled to announce a new “Birding for Beginners” series by the biggest name in bird and nature photography, award-winning naturalist Stan Tekiela. Author of nearly 200 field guides, nature books, and children’s books, Stan shares his insights and remarkable photos with readers who...
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If you’re new to birding, chances are you probably haven’t conducted a backyard bird count before. If you want to be well—and be outdoors—bird-watching is one of the easiest, most accessible options. It’s something one can do in the suburbs, in rural areas, and even...
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We are delighted to bring to you the story of Maggie: The One-Eyed Peregrine Falcon, read by Amanda Nicholson, Director of Outreach for the Wildlife Center of Virginia, where Maggie now lives as an education bird. Maggie: The One-Eyed Peregrine Falcon is a book by...
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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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At the cabin, in the park, or on a hike, keep George Miller’s Wildflowers of the Northeast close at hand. Featuring wildflowers of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia, this quick guide...
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School is canceled in many parts of our nation, and parents are home with their children. In today's post, Adventure Publications author and editor Brett Ortler is sharing the first in a series of nature-based activities for kids you can do from home. We at...
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Dingmans Falls, the second-tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania, is also one of the few waterfalls in the state that is handicapped accessible. Don’t miss the impressive Silverthread Falls, which you pass along your way to Dingmans Falls. From the parking area, take the boardwalk adjacent to the restrooms....
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