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Arizona Rocks

Rocks occur in many different forms, from common and plain to rare and beautiful. Arizona Rocks is designed to provide the user with the basic tools for mineral and rock identification, as well as provide a pictorial guide to some of the more interesting and important types of rocks and minerals found in Arizona.  Concise explanations are given for each, including hardness, colors, most common crystal shapes, and unusual features associated with each. 

This waterproof, pocket-sized quick reference also contains information on proper collection and documentation of specimens you may find, and rules and regulations concerning such activities. Detailed mineral identification is often accomplished only in a lab, but many rocks and minerals may be identified through the combination of hardness, color, and unusual characteristics presented in this guide. Collectors of every level will find this information helpful. Arizona Rocks is a useful and attractive addition for any rock collecting activity!

Size: 4”x 9” folded; 9” x 24.5” unfolded.

ISBN: 978-1-954018-29-7

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Cacti and Succulents of the Southwest

The Southwest is an amazing region that hosts many unique plants including our cactus and succulents. The Great Basin, Mojave, Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts and adjoining areas host these species. Stunning photographs along with descriptions, habitats and range help to identify these amazing species. With this guide you can use this valuable information to identify many of the species present in the California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Texas.

With this guide you will look at the plant life around you in a whole new light! This 12-panel guide, conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket, glove box or backpack yet sturdy enough to stand up to outdoor use—durable lamination also makes it waterproof.

Size: 4”x 9” folded; 9” x 24.5” unfolded.

ISBN: 978-1-954018-31-0

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Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Southwest

The possible benefits of wild plants for human health and well-being are extensive! Early settlers from England and Europe brought their knowledge of edible plants and medical treatments with them to the New World. Indigenous peoples too developed a widespread knowledge of edible and medicinal plants. With this pamphlet you can use this valuable information to find the common species present in the Southwest.

Additional information included in this guide includes:

  • Habitats where desirable species are located
  • How to harvest plants in an environmentally sustainable manor
  • Become aware of the plants that are poisonous to touch
  • Identifying poisonous plants that may also be encountered

With this guide you will look at the plant life around you in a whole new light! This 12-panel guide, conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket, glove box or backpack yet sturdy enough to stand up to outdoor use—durable lamination also makes it waterproof.

Size: 4”x 9” folded; 9” x 24.5” unfolded.

ISBN: 978-1-954018-30-3

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Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Rocky Mountains

The possible benefits of wild plants for human health and well-being are extensive! Early settlers from England and Europe brought their
knowledge of edible plants and medical treatments with them to the New World. Indigenous peoples too developed a widespread knowledge
of edible and medicinal plants. With this pamphlet you can use this valuable information to find the common species present in the Region.

Additional information included in this guide includes:

  • Habitats where desirable species are located
  • How to harvest plants in an environmentally sustainable manor
  • Become aware of the plants that are poisonous to touch
  • Identifying poisonous plants that may also be encountered With this guide you will look at the plant life around you in a whole new light!

This 12-panel guide, conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket, glove box or backpack yet sturdy enough to stand up to outdoor use—durable lamination also makes it waterproof.

Size: 4”x 9” folded; 9” x 24.5” unfolded.

ISBN: 978-1-954018-23-5

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Rocks and Minerals of the Northern Rocky Mountains

Identification of rocks and minerals is based on color, hardness, crystal shape, and unique features. The guide provides brief descriptions of the types of rocks, differences between rocks and minerals, and mineral groupings.

While accurate identification of rocks and minerals often requires extensive laboratory techniques, many are easily identified by unique combinations of the features listed above. The rocks and minerals in this guide have been chosen specifically because they are either unique or commonly available and easily identified.

This waterproof, pocket-sized quick reference also contains information on proper collection and documentation of specimens you may find, and rules and regulations concerning such activities. Collectors of every level will find this information helpful. This guide is a must-have for anyone who wants a quick and easy way to identify rocks and minerals they may encounter in their outdoor activities.

ISBN: 978-195-40180-8-2

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