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COMMON EDIBLE AND USEFUL PLANTS OF THE WEST, Sweet. Discover how early peoples used common wild plants of the Western U.S. for food, shelter, and medicine. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780879610463, $7.95 [USEFUL]

KNOW YOUR POISONOUS PLANTS, James. Illustrations and detailed descriptions identify 154 commonly growing poisonous plants. 104 pgs., ISBN 9780879610128, $10.95 [KNOW PLANTS]

WILD EDIBLE PLANTS OF WESTERN NORTH AMERICA, Kirk. Nearly 2000 wild edible plants in the Western U.S., SW Canada and NW Mexico are illustrated and identified. 354 pgs., ISBN 9780879610364, $12.95 [WILD PLANTS]

HUMMINGBIRDS PLAYING CARDS, Tekiela. Traditional playing card deck featuring 54 photos of the hummingbirds. ISBN 9781591936954, $5.95 [HUMBIRD CARDS]

Regional Interest/Outdoor & Nature

PETERSON FIELD GUIDES: Western Medicinal Plants and Herbs, Foster and Hobbs. Written by an expert in the field, this is the complete field guide to the subject. 448 pgs., ISBN 9780395838068, $22.00 [PFG MED PLANT]

HERBS: A Color Guide to Herbs and Herbal Healing, Harding. A beautiful and comprehensive guide to the charac-teristics and curative properties of 130 of the most useful healing herbs. Each herb is shown in various forms with color photograph of its leaf or flower against a black background. 320 pgs., ISBN 9780785835684, $14.99 [HERBS]

DESERT PALM OASIS, Cornett. Natural historian Jim Cornett reveals in stun-

ning photo-graphic image and engaging commentary, the unique history and beauty of desert palms & oasis throughout the Mojave, Colorado & Sonoran Deserts; a spectacular, one-of-kind guide to a little appreciated micro ecosystem.

(8.5 x 11”), 80 pgs., ISBN 978097794425, $17.95 [DESERT PALM]

SOUTHWEST CACTUS PLAYING CARDS, Bowers. 52 of the Southwest’s most beautiful and colorful cacti; traditional playing card format. ISBN 9781591936510, $5.95 [SWCACTUSCARDS]

CACTUS OF THE SOUTHWEST QUICK GUIDE, Bowers. This easy-to-use field guide featuring species from CA, AZ, NV, CO, NM, UT & TX is organized for quick and easy identification. Spiral bound, 28 pgs., ISBN 9781591935827, $9.95 [CACTUSSWQUICK]

CACTI OF THE DESERT SOUTHWEST, Quinn. Compact introduction to cacti features 80 cacti found in the Southwest deserts. 88 pgs., ISBN 9781887896283, $12.95 [CACTI OF SW]

GROWING VEGETABLES IN DROUGHT, DESERT & DRY TIMES, Gilmer. This is the complete guide to organic gardening without wasting water; utilizing age-old techniques with new technology, plus tips and stories from native traditions. 224 pgs., ISBN 9781632170231, $22.95 [DROUGHT]

GUIDE TO WILD FOODS AND USEFUL PLANTS, Nyerges. Authoritative guide to foraging for edible, useful and medicinal plants from an expert. Includes 70 common U.S. plants, over 100 color photos, fascinating folklore and tasty recipes. 352 pgs., ISBN 9781613746981, $24.95 [NYERGES]

THE JOSHUA TREE, Cornett. Discover the rich natural and cultural history, as well as fascinating facts of one of the most iconic plants of the American Southwest; includes beautiful color photography of Joshua Trees, as well as the many mammals, insects and reptiles that share their desert home; an engaging and highly informative guide. 48 pgs., ISBN 9780937794517, $9.95 [JOSHUA TREE]

STOKES GUIDES, Stokes. These exten-sive, compact and easy-to-use guides provide full-color photographs, maps and identification keys. 128 pgs., $10.00 each

BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO BUTTERFLIES. ISBN 9780316816922 [816922]

BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO BIRDS WESTERN REGION, ISBN 9780316818124 [STOKES BIRDS]

MAMMALS OF THE SOUTHWEST PLAYING CARDS, Tekiela. This tradi-tional playing card deck features photos of 54 of the Southwest’s most notable animals. ISBN 9781591933649, $5.95 [MAMMALSSWCARDS]

EXTREME GARDENING, Owens. Best-selling how-to book for growing organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and lawns in the hostile desert Southwest. 256 pgs., ISBN 9780970501608, $14.99 [EXTREME]

THE GARDEN GUY: A Seasonal Guide to Organic Gardening in the Desert Southwest, Owens. The sequel to Extreme Gardening is filled with more great gardening ideas for desert climes. 180 pgs., ISBN 9780970501615, $18.95 [GARDEN GUY]

THE GARDEN GUY’S SOUTHWEST BUG GUIDE: What Bugs are in my Garden?, Owens. Fun guide to iden-tifying and managing insects in your garden shows how to control pests organically; color photos. 256 pgs., ISBN 9780615388533, $16.95 [BUG GUIDE]

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THE GREATER ROADRUNNER, Cornett. Discover the most iconic bird of the American Southwest in this authoritative overview. Includes spectacular photo-graphs of the Roadrunner in his many activities and informative text. 80 pgs., ISBN 9780937794548, $14.95 [ROADRUNNER]

BIRDS OF THE SOUTHWEST QUICK GUIDE, Tekiela. Easy-to-use field guide features Southwest species organized by color for quick and easy identifi-cation. 22 pgs., ISBN 9781591934103, $8.95 [BIRDSSW QUICK]

BIRDS OF THE SOUTHWEST PLAYING CARDS, Tekiela. Traditional playing card deck featuring 52 photos of the most common bird species of the Southwestern US. ISBN 9781591933618, $5.95 [BIRDSSW CARD]

BACKPACKER OUTDOOR KNOTS: The Knots You Need to Know, Soles. Step-by-step instructions and photos for tying 30 of the most useful knots for outdoor activities. 86 pgs., ISBN 9780762756513, $12.95 [OUTDOOR KNOTS]

SCATS AND TRACKS OF THE DESERT SOUTHWEST: A Field Guide to the Signs of 70 Wildlife Species, Halfpenny. An identification guide for recog-nizing what critters went before you. Illustrated and written descriptions for scat, tracks and signs of species from New Mexico to Nevada. 192 pgs., ISBN 9781493009930, $12.95 [SW SCATS]

THE DON’T DIE OUT THERE DECK! Learn survival basics while playing your favorite card game! This tradi-tional playing deck of 52 cards has survival tips on the face of each card. ISBN 9781594850714, $7.95 [DONT DIE CARD]

COLOR YOURSELF TO CALMNESS: And Reduce Stress With Your Animal Spirits, Coccia. Features 100 beautiful illustrations of the animal kingdom, color in to escape into a world of creativity and calm. Hard cover, 96 pgs., ISBN 9781782493242, $14.95 [COLOR CALM] ISBN 978178493525, $9.95 [COLOR CALM SM]

WILDLIFE OF THE SOUTHWEST DESERTS, Cornett. Unmatched color photos, explanatory text and vivid descriptions of 60 of the most common critters of the southwestern deserts—reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and insects; fully indexed with glossary; includes sections on observing wild-life, animal parks and more. 256 pgs., ISBN 9780937794067, $24.95 [WILDLIFE SW]

DESERT LIFE: A Guide to the Southwest’s Iconic Animals & Plants and How They Survive, Krebbs. Spotlights over 80 species of desert animals and plants with an emphasis on how to spot them and their survival behavior. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781591935551, $14.95 [DESERTLIFESW]

FLYFISHING: First Cast to First Fish!, Petralia. A step-by-step how to guide on becoming an expert fly-fisher. Covers everything you need to know from equipment, techniques, reading the water and lots more. 248 pgs., ISBN 9780960589098, $18.95 [FLYFISHING]

COMPLETE BOOK OF DECORATIVE KNOTS, Budworth. Popular with para-cord crafters! The creative use of para-chute cord or “paracord” is a popular pastime worldwide; learn the techniques to make durable bracelets, belts and other useful items, plus all the classic outdoor knot tying uses. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781558217911, $21.95 [DEC KNOTS]

THE WOODCARVERS GUIDE: How to Carve a Woodspirit in a Hiking Stick, Johnson. Learn how to carve a traditional “wood spirit” face into an ordinary hiking stick; this handy guide to a time-honored practice provides step-by-step instruction/photos for the beginner and makes for lots of outdoor, natural, creative fun! 48 pgs., ISBN 9780975300206, $9.95 [WOODSPIRIT]

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDES. These handy, fact-filled identification guides are an excellent resource for all outdoor and nature enthusiasts. Each guide features descriptions, habi-tats, and color photographs to make identification easy. $7.95 each.

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS OF THE MOJAVE DESERT: A Guide to Common and Notable Species, Babb. ISBN 9781936913695 [REPT MOJAVE]

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS OF THE SONORAN DESERT: A Guide to Common and Notable Species, Babb. ISBN 9781936913688 [REPT SONORAN]

RATTLESNAKES!: Answers to Frequent Questions, Cornett. This fun book covers the most frequent questions that people have about rattlesnakes; includes color photos and recommended reading list. 32 pgs., ISBN 97808937794234, $7.95 [RATTLESNAKES!]

THINGS THAT BITE: SOUTHWEST EDITION: A Realistic Look at Critters that Scare People, Anderson. A matter-of-fact, pithy look at over 30 creatures found in the Southwest. Fascinating facts, environmental benefits, bite prevention and myths about each creature. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781591932796, $12.95 [THINGS BITESW]

DESERT LIZARDS, Cornett. Fantastic field guide to desert lizards, the most frequently seen group of arid land animals; features color photo-graphs, detailed info on each species, plus a habitat locator map. 68 pgs., ISBN 9780937794371, $14.95 [DESERT LIZ]

THE DESERT TORTOISE: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions, Cornett. This fact and photo filled book answers all your questions about this popular desert resident; map of habitat range included. 32 pgs., ISBN 9780937794388, $8.95 [DESERT TOR]

DESERT SURVIVAL HANDBOOK: How to Prevent and Handle Emergency Situations, Lehman. A popular, condensed guide that covers the A-to-Z of desert survival. 92 pgs., ISBN 9780935810653, $8.95 [LEHMAN]

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POCKET NATURALIST GUIDE SERIES: Popular and portable series of “fold-out” reference guides provide great over-views to a variety of subjects; laminated; “map style” folds out to 8.25” x 22”, and contains color illustrations. $7.95 each

ANIMAL TRACKS: An Introduction to the Tracks & Signs of Familiar North American Species, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781583550724 [ANIMAL TRACKS]

BIRDS OF PREY: An Introduction to Familiar North American Species, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583551899 [BIRDS PREY]

BUGS & SLUGS: An Introduction to Familiar North American Invertebrates, Kavanagh/Leung. ISBN 9781583551813, $6.95 [551813]

DINOSAURS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species, Kavanagh & Leung. ISBN 9781583552568 [PN DINOSAURS]

DRAGONFLIES & DAMSELFLIES: An Introduction to Familiar, Widespread North American Species, Kavanagh/Leung. ISBN 9781583554753, $6.95 [PN DRAGON]

EDIBLE WILD PLANTS: An Introduction to Familiar North American Species, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781583551271 [PN EDIBLE]

GEOLOGY: An Introduction to Familiar Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones & Fossils, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781583550755 [PN GEOLOGY]

HUMMINGBIRDS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species, Kavanagh/Leung. ISBN 9781583557914 [PN HUMMING]

INVASIVE PLANTS WESTERN NORTH AMERICA: An Introduction to Problematic Widespread Species, ISBN 9781583552063, $5.95 [552063]

KNOTS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Purposeful Knots, Kavanagh/Leung. ISBN 9781583553237 [PN KNOTS]

MEDICINAL PLANTS: An Introduction to Familiar Widespread Species, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781583551905 [PN MED PLANTS]

THE NIGHT SKY: Seasonal Star Charts Glow in the Dark, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781620052808 [PN NIGHT SKY]

SOUTHWESTERN BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS: An Introduction to Familiar Species, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583553244, $6.95 [PN SW MOTHS]

SOUTHWESTERN DESERT BIRDS: An Introduction to Familiar Species, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583550915 [PN SWD BIRDS]

SOUTHWESTERN DESERT LIFE: An Introduction to Familiar Plants and Animals, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583551240 [PN SWD LIFE]

SOUTHWESTERN DESERT PLANTS: An Introduction to Familiar Species, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583552087 [PN SWD PLANTS]

WEATHER: An Introduction to Clouds, Storms and Weather Patterns, Ed. ISBN 9781583551127 [PN WEATHER]

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL: How to Stay Alive in the Wilderness, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583550946, $6.95 [WILD SURVIVE]

Regional Interest/Outdoor & Nature

= New or Added Titles

EASY FIELD GUIDES These inexpensive and easy to read guides to the plants and animals of the Southwest are ideal for kids and include the most commonly encountered species. 32 pgs., $1.99 each.

ARIZONA LANDFORMS, ISBN 9780935810813 [EZ LANDFORMS]

COMMON DESERT BIRDS, ISBN 9780935810134 [EZ BIRDS]

COMMON DESERT CACTUS, ISBN 9780935810158 [EZ CACTUS]

COMMON DESERT INSECTS, ISBN 9780935810141 [EZ INSECTS]

FOSSILS OF CALIFORNIA, ISBN 9780935810592 [EZ CA FOSSIL]

INDIAN ART & LEGENDS OF THE SOUTHWEST, ISBN 9780935810707 [EZ LEGENDS]

MAMMALS OF ARIZONA, ISBN 9780935810165 [EZ MAMMAL AZ]

POISONOUS PLANTS AND CRITTERS OF ARIZONA, ISBN 9780935810851 [AZ CRITTERS]

ROCK ART SYMBOLS OF THE SOUTHWEST, ISBN 9780935810585 [EZ ROCK ART]

SOUTHWESTERN NIGHT SKY, ISBN 9780935810622, [EZ SW NIGHT]

SOUTHWESTERN PETROGLYPHS, ISBN 9780935810608 [EZ PETRO]

SOUTHWESTERN SNAKES, ISBN 9780935810172 [EZ SNAKES]

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GOLDEN GUIDE POCKET GUIDESEver-popular and handy identification guides for students, collectors and nature lovers; includes all-color illustrations and descriptions. 160 pgs., 4” x 6”, $6.95 each.BATS OF THE WORLD, ISBN 9781582381343 [GG BATS]

BIRDS, ISBN 9781582381282 [GG BIRDS]

BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS, ISBN 9781582381367 [GG MOTHS]

DINOSAURS, ISBN 9781582381374 [GG DINOSAURS]

ENDANGERED ANIMALS, ISBN 9781582381381 [GG ENDANGER]

FOSSILS, ISBN 9781582381428 [GG FOSSILS]

GEOLOGY, ISBN 9781582381435 [GG GEOLOGY]

INSECTS, ISBN 9781582381299 [GG INSECTS]

MAMMALS, ISBN 9781582381442 [GG MAMMALS]

NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN ARTS, ISBN 9781582381459 [GG ARTS]

POISONOUS ANIMALS, ISBN 9781582381473 [GG POISONOUS]

POND LIFE, ISBN 9781582381305 [GG POND LIFE]

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS, ISBN 9781582381312 [GG AMPHIBIANS]

ROCKS, GEMS AND MINERALS, ISBN 9781582381329 [GG ROCKS]

SEASHELLS OF THE WORLD, ISBN 9781582381480 [GG SEASHELLS]

SKY OBSERVERS, ISBN 9781582381558 [GG SKY]

SNAKES, ISBN 9780312306083 [GG SNAKES]

SPIDERS AND THEIR KIN, ISBN 9781582381565 [GG SPIDERS]

STARS, ISBN 9781582381572 [GG STARS]

TREES, ISBN 9781582381336 [GG TREES]

WEATHER, ISBN 9781582381596 [GG WEATHER]

WILDFLOWERS, ISBN 9781582381626 [GG FLOWERS]

Route 66

STRANGE 66: Myth, Mystery, Mayhem and Other Weirdness on Route 66, Witzel. Visit the flip side of Route 66. A place where notorious criminals, famous ghosts or just plain weird-ness prevails still; full of wonderful archival color and b/w photos, enter-taining history & Mother Road trivia. (7.5 x 9.75”), Hard cover, 208 pgs., ISBN 9780760354179, $25.00 [STRANGE 66]

EZ 66 GUIDE FOR TRAVELERS (4th edition), McClanahan. Easy to follow, detailed and up-to-date guide is indis-pensable to following Route 66’s ever changing byways; includes maps, east/west directions, attractions, historical details and more. Spiral bound, 216 pgs., ISBN 9780988924611, $27.95 [EZ66 GUIDE]

HAUNTED HIGHWAY: The Spirits of Route 66, Robson and Halicki. A ghostly travel guide combining the history and lore of America’s most famous highway with spine tingling “true” tales of specters along the route. 192 pgs., ISBN 9781885590435, $12.95 [HAUNTED HWY]

TRAVEL ROUTE 66: A Guide to the History, Sights and Destinations Along the Main Street of America, Hinckley. A site-by-site, full color guidebook to the famous and not-so-famous land-marks along the route; a photo-rich and entertaining ride is guaranteed! 240 pgs., ISBN 9780760344309, $21.99 [TRAVEL 66]

ROUTE 66: America’s Longest Small Town, Hinckley. An engaging, photo-filled travelogue and history that’s designed to be read state to state and cover to cover; contemporary color photos give readers a feel for the highway today; fully indexed. 160 pgs, ISBN 9780760351628, $19.99 [SMALL TOWN66]

ROUTE 66 TRAVELER’S GUIDE AND ROADSIDE COMPANION, Snyder. Travel state-by-state with 92 accurate maps showing existing communities, points of interest and historical overviews. 204 pgs., ISBN 9780312644253, $14.99 [ROUTE 66]

GHOST TOWNS OF ROUTE 66, Hinckley. Historic communities along America’s favorite highway are gorgeously shown in sepia-tone and color photography; informative text for all sites. (10 x 9”). Hard cover, 162 pgs., ISBN 9780760338438, $25.00 [GHOST 66]

QUICK ACCESS ROUTE 66 (fold out map), Ed. Classic fold-out, laminated map is the benchmark in compact guides to the Mother Road from Chicago to LA; full color illustrations, maps and photos. ISBN 9780918505407, $5.95 [QA ROUTE 66]

ILLUSTRATED ROUTE 66 HISTORICAL ATLAS, Hinckley. Detailed retrospective and visual atlas combines past/present photos, post cards, fold-out maps, memorabilia and explanatory text and more into a visual encyclopedia of Route 66’s colorful history. Hard cover. 240 pgs., ISBN 9780760345436, $40.00 [ROUTE66 ATLAS]

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Regional Interest/Outdoor & Nature

Maps & Atlases

ARIZONA ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591186 [AZ R&R ATLAS]

CALIFORNIA ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591490 [CA R&R ATLAS]

COLORADO ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591124 [CO R&R ATLAS]

NEVADA ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591513 [NV R&R ATLAS]

BENCHMARK ATLASES, Benchmark atlases are designed for enthusiasts of outdoor activities. All atlases have large easy-to-read type, page overlap, useful GPS grid, landscape maps, plus US/State Highways and large regional maps. The categorized Recreation Guide makes planning your next adventure a breeze and includes: campgrounds/RV parks, trailheads, attractions, museums and more. 15” x 11”, $24.95 each

ROAD MAP OF THE CENTRAL & WESTERN UNITED STATES, This large print map, covers 25 states from the central and western United States. ISBN 9780918505780, $5.95 [CNTRL WEST US]

THEN & NOW MAPS SERIES (fold out map), Ed. Unique map series shows changes to gold & gem fields (full list page 8) and ghost towns (full list page 57) over 100 years. Each map package includes current USGS maps along with antique turn-of-the-twentieth-century maps for comparison. $15.95 each

TOM HARRISON TOPOGRAPHIC MAPS. These full-color, water resistant, shaded-relief topographic maps are ideal for hiking, backpacking, and mountain biking excur-sions into the backcountry. $10.95 each.

DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK, ISBN 9781877689574 [TOPO DV]

JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9781877689536, $9.95 [JOSHUAREC MAP]

MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE TOPOGRAPHIC MAP, ISBN 9780981834467 [MOJAVE NP MAP]

SOUTHWEST INDIAN COUNTRY (fold out map). Map covers all National Parks/Monuments and Indian Reservations in the “Four Corner” states. List of Events/Festivities, Index of Cities/Towns. Covers west to Henderson NV east to Las Vegas NM, north from Castle Rock CO south to Wickenburg AZ. ISBN 9780918505797, $5.95 [QA SW INDIAN]

NEW MEXICO ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591896, [NM R&R ATLAS]

OREGON ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591629, $22.95 [OR R&R ATLAS]

UTAH ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591353 [UT R&R ATLAS]

WASHINGTON ROAD & RECREATION ATLAS, ISBN 9780929591988, $22.95 [WA R&R ATLAS]

BENCHMARK RECREATION ROAD MAPS. Benchmark’s Recreation Maps were created for outdoor enthusiasts who want recreation information with the convenience of a traditional folding map. Complete public lands detailed, plus categorized recreation listings. $7.95 each

ARIZONA RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499093 [AZ REC MAP]

CALIFORNIA ROAD MAP, ISBN 9780783499048, $5.95 [CA ROAD MAP]

COLORADO RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499017 [CO REC MAP]

HIGHWAY 395 RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783498485, $5.95 [395 MAP]

MONTANA RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499079 [MT REC MAP]

NEVADA RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499222 [NV REC MAP]

NEW MEXICO RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499055 [NM REC MAP]

OREGON RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499109 [OR REC MAP]

UTAH RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499192 [UT REC MAP]

WASHINGTON RECREATION MAP, ISBN 9780783499086 [WA REC MAP]

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TOURING HOT SPRINGS: California and Nevada, Bischoff. From primitive pools to handcrafted bathhouses, you’ll find over 100 of the best sites for soaking in the beauty of California and Nevada. Features tips on safety, access, services and best time of year to visit. 318 pgs., ISBN 9781493029112, $26.95 [TOURING HS]

GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA BACKROADS & 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRAILS, Wells & Peterson. Alt-road guide to California’s remote backcountry provides detailed trail descriptions, maps and photographs to over 100 mountain and desert trails. 232 pgs., ISBN 9781934838075 $34.95 [CA WHEEL]

CALIFORNIA TRAILS SERIES Award winning alt-road/4-wheel drive trail guides. Visit ghost towns, abandoned mines and remote spots. Trails are rated for difficulty, driving time, mileage, elevation and scenery, with GPS coor-dinates, mile-by-mile directions, maps and photos throughout. $24.95 each

CALIFORNIA TRAILS: Central Mountains Region, 52 trails from Monterey to Santa Barbara, ISBN 9781930193192 [CA TRL MOUNT]

CALIFORNIA TRAILS: Desert Region, 51 trails from Twentynine Palms & Barstow to Death Valley, ISBN 9781930193208 [CA TRL DESERT]

CALIFORNIA TRAILS: High Sierra Region, 50 trails from Lone Pine to Mammoth Lakes, ISBN 9781930193215 [CA TRL HSIERR]

CALIFORNIA TRAILS: South Coast Region, 50 trails from Los Angeles to San Bernardino and San Diego to the Arizona, ISBN 9781930193246 [CA TRL SCOAST]

Regional Interest/Outdoor & Nature

California

WEIRD CALIFORNIA: Your Travel Guide to California’s Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets, Bishop, Oesterle & Marinacci. From haunted hot spots and local legends, to unexplained phenomena and strange creatures this is the travel guide for those wanting to explore beyond the usual tourist attractions. 302 pgs., ISBN 9781402766831, $14.95 [WEIRD CA]

NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY FIELD GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA, Alden & Heath. Uniquely compact yet comprehensive volume is the essen-tial guide to California’s natural world. Beautifully illustrated in 1,500 photo-graphs, drawings, and maps. 448 pgs., ISBN 9780679446781, $22.95 [AUD FIELD CA]

ROADSIDE HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA, Pittman. Through vivid anecdotes, old photographs, and maps these books provide entertaining insight to the state. The state is divided into geographical regions, and each region is described in the context of highways that pass through it. 430 pgs., ISBN 9780878423187, $20.00 [HISTORY CA]

SIERRA NEVADA BYWAYS: 51 of the Sierra Nevada’s Best Backcountry Drives, Huegel. Tours for drivers of every experi-ence level; from Lake Tahoe to the southern Sierra. Full-page photos and maps. 184 pgs., ISBN 9780899974736, $18.95 [SN BYWAYS]

HIKING THE SIERRA NEVADA, Parr. Features 146 of the best hikes with full color maps, scenic photos, as well as detailed trail descriptions. 450 pgs., ISBN 9780762782376, $29.95 [HIKE SN]

A CALIFORNIAN’S GUIDE TO THE MAMMALS AMONG US, Hood. This lively guidebook will introduce you to fifty of California’s iconic mammals as found in cities, in parks, in forests, on ranches and along the coast. Full-color photographs and clear descrip-tions reveal animals’ distinctive field marks, behavior and habitats. 182 pgs., ISBN 9781597144438, $21.00 [CA MAMMALS]

FORAGING CALIFORNIA: Finding, Identifying, and Preparing Edible Wild Foods in California, Nyerges. From acacia to wild grape, you’ll be guided to the edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the Golden State. Organized by plant families, with detailed information on locations. An authoritative guide for nature lovers, outdoorsmen, and gastronomes. 256 pgs., ISBN 9780762786848, $22.95 [FORAGING CA]

FRESHWATER FISHES OF CENTRAL AND NORTHERN CALIFORNIA: A Guide to Game Fishes (Quick Reference Guide series), Springer, Handy identification guide that features descriptions, habitats and color photo-graphs to make identification easy. ISBN 9781936913671, $7.95 [FISH NO CA]

THE LAWS FIELD GUIDE TO THE SIERRA NEVADA, Laws. A compre-hensive field guide to the natural wonders of the Range of Light. 366 pgs., ISBN 9781597140522, $25.00 [LAWS]

SIERRA BIRDS: A Hiker’s Guide, Laws. Illustrated guide can be used by anyone to identify birds in the Sierra Nevada–from Lassen National Forest in the north through Sequoia National Park in the south. 64 pgs., ISBN 9781597144872, $13.00 [SIERRA BIRDS]

HOT SHOWERS, SOFT BEDS, & DAYHIKES IN THE SIERRA: Walks & Strolls Near Lodgings, Morey. Contains 112 carefully selected hikes in the Sierra region close to well-maintained accommodations–cabins, B&Bs, lodges, guest ranches and resorts. 338 pgs., ISBN 9780899974354, $18.95 [HOT SHOWERS]

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Regional Interest/Travel/Outdoor & Nature

California

POCKET NATURALIST GUIDE SERIES: Popular and portable series of “fold-out” reference guides provide great over-views to a variety of subjects; laminated; “map style” folds out to 8.25” x 22”, and contains color illustrations. $7.95 each

THE CHAPARRAL SHRUBLANDS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Plants & Animals, Kavanagh. ISBN 9781583556832 [PN CHAPARRAL]

SIERRA NEVADA TREES & WILDFLOWERS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Plants of the Montane Forest Region, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583557945, [PN SN TREES]

SIERRA NEVADA WILDLIFE: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Animals of the Montane Forest Region, Kavanagh & Leung. ISBN 9781583557952 [PN SN WILD]

HIKING YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK: A Guide to 59 of the Park’s Greatest Adventures, Swedo. Features every-thing from short strolls to day hikes to multi-day backcountry treks, all through some of nature’s all time greatest scenery. Features color maps, GPS coordinates, comprehensive trail descrip-tions and difficulty ratings. 320 pgs., ISBN 9780762761098, $18.95 [HIKING YNP]

DEATH VALLEY: Hottest Place on Earth, Naylor. Acclaimed full-color photographs showing breathtaking views, includes detailed maps and descriptions. (10” x 13”), 78 pgs., ISBN 9781933855875, $12.95 [DV HOTTEST]

EXPLORER’S GUIDE YOSEMITE & THE SOUTHERN SIERRA NEVADA, Page. A complete traveler’s guide that includes vital info on camping, hiking, visitor centers, ranger stations, weather and much more! 400 pgs., ISBN 9781682680889, $21.95 [YOS SO SIERRA]

DEATH VALLEY TRIVIA: The Most Incredible, Unbelievable, Wild, Weird, Fun Fascinating, and True Facts About Death Valley!, Lago. Filled with facts about one of the most unique places on earth. 136 pgs., ISBN 9781606390153, $10.95 [DV TRIVIA]

HIKING DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK: A Guide to the Park’s Greatest Hiking Adventures, Cunningham. Fifty-seven hikes are included and will lead you to scenic spots within the park, including salt flats, canyons, lofty peaks, mining sites, springs, towering dunes and more. 240 pgs., ISBN 9781493016532, $22.95 [HIKE DV]

TRACK & TRAIL SUV SERIES, Mitchell. This popular series of alt-road guides detail adventures far off the beaten tourist paths onto alternate roads. $19.95 each

DEATH VALLEY SUV TRAILS. 46 back country outings in and around Death Valley National Park. 322 pgs., ISBN 9780970711595 [DV SUV]

INYO-MONO SUV TRAILS. 40 rough road adventures in Inyo and Mono Counties. 304 pgs., ISBN 9780970711533 [INYO SUV]

HIGH SIERRA SUV TRAILS: Volume I, The Eastern Sierra. 35 scenic outings along the east side of the Sierra Nevada from Reno down to Lone Pine. 240 pgs., ISBN 9780970711519, $16.95 [HI SIERRA 1]

HIGH SIERRA SUV TRAILS: Volume IV, The Southern End. 25 scenic and interesting rough road excursions in the southern Sierra Nevada, focusing on eastern Tulare and Kern counties. 320 pgs., ISBN 9780978997816 [HI SIERRA 4]

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SUV TRAILS: Volume I, The Western Mojave. 32 rough road excur-sions in the Mojave Desert. 304 pgs., ISBN 9780970711564 [MOJAVE SUV 1]

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SUV TRAILS: Volume II, The Eastern Mojave Desert. 32 interesting and scenic excur-sions in the Mojave Desert. 360 pgs., ISBN 9780978997809, $21.95 [MOJAVE SUV 2]

50 HIKES IN THE SIERRA NEVADA, Smith. A perfect mix of classic Sierra treks and lesser-known gems that showcase the scenic destinations that makes the Sierra so stunning. Includes comprehensive directions, distance, difficulty of hike, map and natural and human history of the area. 248 pgs., ISBN 9781682682937, $21.95 [50 HIKES SN]

100 HIKES IN CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL SIERRA & COAST RANGE, Spring. From hot springs to Sequoia sojourns, there’s a hike here for everyone, from short day hikes to overnight backpacking trips. 272 pgs., ISBN 9780898868968, $18.95 [100 HIKES CA]

YOSEMITE TRIVIA: The Most Incredible, Unbelievable, Wild, Weird, Fun, Fascinating and True Facts About Yosemite National Park!, Ross. Hundreds of inter-esting and fun facts will keep you entertained on your journey. 144 pgs., ISBN 9781606390313, $9.95 [YOSTRI]

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HIKING THE MOJAVE DESERT: The Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Mojave Preserve, Digonnet. The preserve holds considerable natural and cultural wealth, including a wild range of landscapes, striking plant communities, and a rich mining past. 462 pgs., ISBN 9780965917827, $19.95 [HIKING MOJAVE]

MOJAVE DESERT TRAILS, Lawlor. Condensed alt-road guide to historic and geological sites in the Mojave Desert: volcanic cinder cones, Joshua tree forests, sand dunes and rugged mountains. 132 pgs., ISBN 9781893343030, $13.95 [MOJAVE TRAIL]

PLANTS OF THE EAST MOJAVE, Knuth. A comprehensive field guide to eastern Mojave Desert plants. 224 pgs., ISBN 9780918614117, $12.95 [PLANTS MOJAVE]

ROADSIDE PLANTS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Belzer. Full-color field guide to the plants seen along the road-sides and hiking trails of southern California 160 pgs., ISBN 9780878421589, $15.00 [PLANTS SO CA]

GUIDE TO THE ANTELOPE VALLEY: San Andreas Ain’t No Fault of Mine, Stone. An indispensable guide to the world-class attractions of the Antelope Valley; all only a stone’s throw from LA’s northwestern boundary. 272 pgs., ISBN 9780977332816, $16.95 [ANTELOPE]

AFOOT & AFIELD ORANGE COUNTY: A Comprehensive Hiking Guide, Schad and Harris. Contains over 100 trips from serene summits to sparkling seaside strolls. 262 pgs., ISBN 9780899977577, $17.95 [AFOOT OC]

DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK (Moon Guide), Blough. Discover the must-see sights and best-kept secrets of Death Valley. Handpicked suggestions for expe-riencing the full diversity of Death Valley includes best hikes, best scenic 4WD drives, hidden springs and oases. 196 pgs, ISBN 9781631210099, $16.99 [MOON DV]

BEST EASY DAY HIKES DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK, Cunningham. Contains concise descriptions & detailed maps for 24 easy-to-follow hikes in this popular destination in southeastern California. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781493016525, $12.95 [BEST EZ DV]

HIKING DEATH VALLEY: A Guide to its Natural Wonders and Mining Past, Digonnet. Illustrated with topographic maps, guidebook takes you to popular and lesser-known areas of the park. Covers terrain, geology, flora & fauna, historic mines, camps and ghost towns. 550 pgs., ISBN 9780965917834, $20.95 [HIKING DV]

CALIFORNIA DESERT BYWAYS: 68 of California’s Best Backcountry Drives, Huegel. Offering trips suited for all experience levels. Includes scenic roads to adventure in Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park and more. 232 pgs., ISBN 9780899974132, $18.95 [DESERT BYWAY]

TRAILS OF THE ANGELES: 100 Hikes in the San Gabriels 9th Ed., Robinson. This classic, indispensable guide to hiking the Angeles National Forest trails includes over 100 hiking trips ranging from one-hour strolls to challenging two-day backcountry trips; includes a fold-out map detailing all hikes. 260 pgs., ISBN 9780899977140, $18.95 [TRAILSANGELES]

RECREATION MAP: SAN GABRIEL MOUNTAINS AND ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST, Ed. The companion map to the Trails of the Angeles. ISBN 9780899973821, $9.95 [SG MAP]

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MOJAVE DESERT WILDFLOWERS: Including the Mojave National Preserve, Death Valley National Park, and Joshua Tree National Park, Mackay. Detailed and comprehensive guide to wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of the Mojave desert. 338 pgs., ISBN 9780762780334, $24.95 [MOJAVE WILD]

JOSHUA TREE: The Complete Guide, Kaiser. From the weird Mojave Desert to the stark Sonoran Desert, discover the park’s highlights and hidden gems. Includes history, geology, ecology, archaeology and wildlife. Gorgeous color photos. 216 pgs., ISBN 9781940754208, $19.99 [JOSHUATREEGDE]

BILL MANN’S GUIDE TO THE BEAUTIFUL AND HISTORIC LUCERNE VALLEY AND VICINITY, Mann. Unique guidebook to the Lucerne Valley and the surrounding desert and mountain ranges. From ghost towns and abandoned mines to desert oddities you’ll be able to explore sites that few people know about. Each site has GPS coordinates and vehicle requirements to reach the site. 128 pgs., ISBN 9780966794748, $19.95 [LUCERNE 5]

WILDFLOWERS OF THE SAN GABRIEL MOUNTAINS, Croissant and Croissant. Comprehensive field guide to southern California’s San Gabriel Mountains; includes color photo-graphs for easy identification. 136 pgs., ISBN 9781932173765, $11.95 [FLOWERS SG]

THE BRISTLECONE PINE BOOK: A Natural History of the World’s Oldest Trees, Lanner. Discover the fascinating world of bristlecone pines, trees that thrive in a harsh environment, yet can live thousands of years. 118 pgs., ISBN 9780878425389, $12.00 [BRISTLECONE]

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HIKING NEVADA: A Guide to the State’s Greatest Hiking Adventures, Topographic maps, mile-by-mile directions, difficulty level, water loca-tions & in all full color. 304 pgs., ISBN 9781493027781, $24.95 [HIKING NV]

AFOOT & AFIELD LAS VEGAS & SOUTHERN NEVADA: A Comprehensive Hiking Guide, Beffort. More than 100 hikes show-case the region’s diversity. 278 pgs., ISBN 9780899976518, $18.95 [AFOOT LV]

NEVADA TRAILS SERIES Award winning, full-color alt-road/4-wheel drive trail guides. Visit ghost towns, abandoned mines and remote spots for recreation and sightseeing. Trails are rated for difficulty, driving time, mileage, eleva-tion range and scenery, with GPS coor-dinates, mile-by-mile directions, maps and photos throughout. $24.95 each

NEVADA TRAILS: Western Region, Massey, Titus and Wilson. Visit 39 destinations from Tonopah to Reno and as far as Winnemucca. 272 pgs., ISBN 9781930193154 [NV TRL WEST]

NEVADA TRAILS: Southern Region, Massey, Titus and Wilson. Visit 44 destina-tions from Las Vegas to Tonopah. 320 pgs., ISBN 9781930193147 [NV TRL SOUTH]

HIKING ZION AND BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS: A Guide to Southwestern Utah’s Greatest Hikes, Molvar and Martin. Sixty hikes are covered in detail with maps, photos and detailed trail descriptions. 248 pgs. ISBN 9780762782765, $21.95 [HIKING ZION]

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POCKET NATURALIST GUIDE SERIES: This popular and portable series of “fold-out” reference guides provide great over-views to a variety of subjects; laminated; “map style” folds out to 8.25 x 22”, and contains color illustrations. $7.95 each NEVADA BIRDS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583551561, [PN NV BIRDS]

NEVADA TREES & WILDFLOWERS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Plants, Kavanagh & Leung, ISBN 9781583554517 [PN NV TREES]

NEVADA WILDLIFE: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Animals, Kavanagh, ISBN 9781583556955 [PN NV WILD]

ROADSIDE HISTORY OF NEVADA, Moreno. Discover the not-so-lifeless desert, visit long-forgotten boom-and-bust mining towns, quirky roadside stops, and the intrigues of the real Las Vegas. From Paiutes to pioneers and from dams to divorce seekers learn the Silver State’s history in all its luster! 368 pgs., ISBN 9780878424108, $22.00 [HISTORY NV]

HAUNTED NEVADA: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Silver State, Oberding. Lost cities, haunted hotels, cursed airbases, phantom lynching parties and more fill this fascinating exploration of the paranormal in the Silver State. 128 pgs., ISBN 9780811712385, $10.95 [HAUNT NV]

ZION & BRYCE CANYON TRIVIA: The Most Incredible, Wild, Weird, Fun, Fascinating, and True Facts About Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks!, Lago. This trivia guide will keep you laughing, learning, and guessing. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781606390368, $9.95 [ZION TRIVIA]

LAS VEGAS AND VICINITY DAYTRIPPIN’: A Guide to Adventures Both In–and Within Travelling Distance of–Las Vegas, Nevada, Spencer & Spencer. Road trip Las Vegas and its environs beyond the usual hotspots; visit well-known locales, plus many unusual desti-nations seldom appreciated by tourists; explore hidden hot springs, abandoned ghost towns and much more, all within a day’s drive of Las Vegas! (8 x 11”) 110 pgs., ISBN 9780966405521, $15.95 [LV VICINITY]

OUT FROM LAS VEGAS: Adventures a Day Away, 2/E, Lawlor. Great guide to getaways just a day or less away from downtown Las Vegas; visit lost mines and cities, hot springs and secret caves. 288 pgs., ISBN 9781893343078, $16.95 [OUT]

TRACK & TRAIL SUV SERIES, Mitchell. This popular series of alt-road guides detail adventures far off the beaten tourist paths onto alternate roads. $19.95 each

GREAT BASIN SUV TRAILS: Volume I–Southern Nevada. 32 back country outings in Southern Nevada. 272 pgs., ISBN 9780970711540 [GB SUV 1]

GREAT BASIN SUV TRAILS: Volume II–Southwestern Nevada. 34 four-wheeling adventures in Southwestern Nevada. 304 pgs., ISBN 9780970711579 [GB SUV 2]

UTAH BYWAYS: 65 of Utah’s Best Backcountry Drives, Huegel. From day trips to weekend getaways this handy guide includes tours for all skill levels; maps, GPS waypoints and side trip options. Spiral bound, 220 pgs., ISBN 9780899974248, $18.95 [UT BYWAYS]

HAUNTED UTAH: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Beehive State, Weeks. Discover the best stories of phantoms and strange creatures such as Ogden’s haunted hotel, the phantom hitch-hiker of American Fork, the white lady of Spring Canyon, the Moon Lake Monster and more. 120 pgs., ISBN 9780811700528, $10.95 [HAUNT UT]

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SPOOKY CAMPFIRE STORIES: Hauntings, Strange Happenings, and Supernatural Lore, Schlosser. These classic, bone-chilling ghost stories are the perfect accompaniment to a warm campfire, cozy sleeping bag and icy wind on the back of your neck. Boo! 185 pgs., ISBN 9780762744763, $12.95 [SPOOKY CAMP]

GUIDE TO COLORADO BACKROADS & 4-WHEEL-DRIVE TRAILS, Wells & Peterson. The 100 trails in this book are grouped into seven key areas in Colorado’s beautiful high country; coded to easy, moderate or difficult 232 pgs., ISBN 9781934838044, $34.95 [CO WHEEL]

SPOOKY SOUTHWEST: Tales of Hauntings, Strange Happenings, and Other Local Lore, Schlosser. These 30 haunting “happenings” hail from the rich folklore tradition of the Southwestern U.S. and are set in the remote cattle ranches, abandoned mining camps, windswept mesas and deserts of your darkest dreams. 182 pgs., ISBN 9781493027156, $16.95 [SPOOKY SW]

AUDUBON FIELD GUIDE TO THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES, Alden. Covering the four corners region, this compact and comprehensive guide covers the area’s natural history. Beautifully illustrated in 1,500 photographs, drawings and maps. 448 pgs., ISBN 9780679446804, $23.95 [AUD FIELD SW]

SIGNS & SHRINES: Spiritual Journeys Across New Mexico, Niederman. Discover the sacred sites, power spots, festi-vals, retreat centers, inspiring sights and experiences of the Land of Enchantment. Color photos, accom-modations, index and more. 256 pgs., ISBN 9780881509083, $19.95 [SIGNS SHRINE]

HAUNTED COLORADO: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Centennial State, Stansfield. From the eastern plains, to the western Rocky Mountains you’ll discover the best ghost stories and strange tales from Colorado. 126 pgs., ISBN 9780811708555, $10.95 [HAUNT CO]

ROADSIDE HISTORY OF COLORADO, Moulton. .Colorado’s roads wind through country steeped in history, sometimes tracing routes with a history of their own, from the Santa Fe Trail to the Million Dollar Highway. Discover ancient pueblos, perilous trails, mining boom-towns and modern ski resorts. 300 pgs., ISBN 9780878425204, $20.00 [HISTORY CO]

THE SOUTHWEST INSIDE OUT, Wiewandt and Wilks. Awe-inspiring, award winning large format guide to the natural landscapes of the Southwest; equal parts travel guide, photo journal and geographic history tour. (8 x 11”). 208 pgs., ISBN 9781879728066, $24.95 [SW INSIDE]

BASE CAMP LAS VEGAS: 101 Hikes in the Southwest, Wall. This newly revised and updated 2nd edition has 40 new hikes included, along with 61 updated ones. Using Las Vegas as a jumping off point, explore the vast range of unspoiled beauty that surrounds the city and character-izes the Southwest in NV, CA, UT and AZ. Includes maps, full-color photos, hiking guidelines and more. 284 pgs., ISBN 9780997236941, $24.95 [BASE CAMP]

ROADSIDE HISTORY OF NEW MEXICO, Fugate. New Mexico’s heritage spans more than four and a half centuries. Roadside History of New Mexico brings the state’s history to vibrant life. 484 pgs., ISBN 9780878422425, $20.00 [HISTORY NM]

SOUTHWEST INDIAN COUNTRY (fold out map). Map covers all National Parks/Monuments and Indian Reservations in the “Four Corner” states. List of Events/Festivities, Index of Cities/Towns. ISBN 9780918505797, $5.95 [QA SW INDIAN]

ROCK ART: The Meanings & Myths Behind Ancient Ruins in the SW & Beyond, Green. This comprehensive guide explores the fascinating history, meanings and locations of human-made stone markings, commonly known as rock art, with a focus on the Southwestern U.S. sites and cultures; includes fully indexed site guide. 190 pgs., ISBN 9781493017072, $22.95 [FG ROCK ART]

POCKET NATURALIST: NEW MEXICO BIRDS: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species, Kavanagh and Leung. Part of the popular Pocket Naturalist series (see page 48 for addi-tional titles) This beautiful fold out brochure shows birds found throughout New Mexico, includes color photo-graphs and maps showing the areas where the bird can be found. ISBN 9781583551875, $7.95 [PN NM BIRDS]

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EDIBLE AND MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE SOUTHERN ROCKIES: Foothills to Alpine in CO, WY, UT and ID, O’Brien & Vail. A full color field guide to over 130 native and non-native plants; includes easy-ID, indigenous uses for foods and medicines, gardening tips, recipes and more! 276 pgs., ISBN 9781937862930, $29.95 [ROCKIES EDBLE]

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60 HIKES WITHIN 60 MILES: Phoenix, Liu. Covering all of metro Phoenix as well as Scottsdale, Glendale and Mesa, these hikes take you from wild-flowers and wildlife to ancient ruins and petroglyphs; all hikes include detailed GPS-based directions, color maps w/ extensive key-at-a-glance info. 328 pgs., ISBN 9781634040747, $18.95 [60 HIKES PHX]

100 CLASSIC HIKES IN ARIZONA, Warren. Manages to capture the spectacular diver-sity of Arizona, from the highest of the San Francisco Peaks to the hottest desert terrain. The book also features sharp topograph-ical maps and beautiful photos. 256 pgs., ISBN 9781594859076, $21.95 [100 CLASSIC]

TAKE A HIKE PHOENIX: Hikes Within Two Hours of the City, Menconi. Easy-to-use guide to trails within the Valley of the Sun and the High Country. Contains detailed directions and GPS coordinates for each trailhead, map for each trail, with options to extend or shorten each hike. 328 pgs., ISBN 9781612385303, $16.99 [TAKE HIKE PHX]

ATV TRAILS ARIZONA: Phoenix Region, Wells & Peterson. Precise directions, maps and stunning color photos guide you through the heart of Arizona’s back country. Trails are day trips from Phoenix. Routes for all skill levels. Learn where to unload and the best places to camp. GPS Waypoints. Great for UTVs and dirt bikes, too. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781934838020, $19.95 [ATV TRAILS AZ

BEST EASY DAY HIKES PHOENIX, Green. Features concise descrip-tions and easy-to-follow maps of 33 top hikes in the Valley of the Sun. 176 pgs., ISBN 9780762798896, $14.95 [BEST EZ PHX]

SUPERSTITION WILDERNESS TRAILS WEST: Hikes, Horse Rides, and History, Carlson and Stewart. Contains over 65 hikes, easy-to-use topographic maps and intriguing history. 416 pgs., ISBN 9781884224096, $16.95 [TRAILS WEST]

Regional Interest/Outdoor & Nature

ARIZONA JOURNEY GUIDE: A Driving & Hiking Guide to Ruins, Rock Art, Fossils & Formations, Kramer and Martinez. Easy-to-use guide; each site is rated for its signifi-cance in geology, paleontology and archaeology. Includes driving direc-tions, contact information and color photos. 272 pgs., ISBN 9781591931409, $16.95 [AZ JOURNEY GD]

BACKROADS OF ARIZONA: Along the Byways to Breathtaking Landscapes and Quirky Small Towns, Hinckley. This wonderful guide will take you places both beautiful and unusual, with full page maps, colorful photography and extensive commentary and historical information. 176 pgs., ISBN 9780760350355, $22.99 [BACKROADS AZ]

GUIDE TO ARIZONA BACKROADS & 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRAILS, Wells. Excellent guide to Arizona’s back-country trails: detailed descriptions, maps and photos covers 100 alt-road and four-wheel drive trails. 232 pgs., ISBN 9781934838198, $34.95 [AZ WHEEL]

HIKING ARIZONA’S CACTUS COUNTRY: Includes Saguaro National Park, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, the Santa Catalina Mountains and More, Molvar. Explores a broad swath of the Sonoran Desert that extends northward across the Mexican border and encompasses the southern third of Arizona. 368 pgs., ISBN 9780762782758, $19.95 [HIKING AZ CC]

THE BEST OF NORTHWEST ARIZONA AND THE GRAND CANYON, Ettinger. Equal parts historical, photo-essay and travel guide, this compilation of material covering NW Arizona is as comprehen-sive and as it is informative. 208 pgs., ISBN 9780961484071, $12.00 [BEST AZ]

GRAND CANYON TRIVIA: The Most Incredible, Unbelievable, Wild, Weird, Fun, Fascinating, and True Facts About the Grand Canyon, Lago. This trivia guide will keep you laughing, learning, and guessing. 112 pgs., ISBN 9781606390047, $9.95 [GC TRIVIA]

POCKET NATURALIST: ARIZONA WILDLIFE: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Animals, Kavanagh & Leung. Handy overview to the wildlife of Arizona, folds out to 8.25 x 22”, ISBN 9781583551356, $7.95 [PN AZ WILDLIFE]

WEIRD ARIZONA: Your Travel Guide to Arizona’s Best Kept Secrets, Treat. An irreverent guide to some of the lesser known sites and adventures in the Grand Canyon State; fun stories, photos, and a keen sense of humor make this an indispensable guide. Hard cover, 256 pgs., ISBN 9781402739385, $19.95 [WEIRD AZ]

HAUNTED ARIZONA: Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Grand Canyon State, Stansfield. Enjoy Arizona’s rich tales of the paranormal, with ghost stories of native tribes, cowboys, and gold miners; plus frequent sightings of UFOs, Bigfoot and Chupacabra. 144 pgs., ISBN 9780811736206, $10.95 [HAUNT AZ]

ROADSIDE HISTORY OF ARIZONA, Trimble. Join Marshall Trimble, state historian, storyteller, and native son, on the highways and back roads of Arizona, where a Grand Canyon’s worth of facts and stories add up to a portrait of a state. 490 pgs., ISBN 9780878424719, $20.00 [HISTORY AZ]

PLANTS OF ARIZONA: A Field Guide, Epple and Wiens. A complete guide to the varied flora of the Grand Canyon State, from ferns to cacti, wildflowers to trees. 466 pgs., ISBN 9780762770359, $29.95 [PLANTS AZ]

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