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Gathering seashells is one of the delights of a beach trip; everyone knows the feeling of spotting something beautiful among a seemingly infinite array of colors and shapes dotting the shoreline. Generations have trusted Hugh Porter's Seashells of North Carolina to help identify favorite shells. This revised and expanded edition from the experts at the North Carolina Sea Grant is the perfect beach companion for shell-seekers of all sorts. What's included: * Detailed descriptions of 275 species with accompanying black-and-white and color photos* Step-by-step instructions for shell identification* Approachable introductions to the biology and geographical range of animals that call shells home* Index of scientific and common names with updated scientific nomenclatureAfter you read the updated Seashells of North Carolina, a walk down the beach won't ever be the same.

Few creatures are as enchanting and magnificent as the butterfly. This field guide introduces more than 200 butterfly species found in the Southeast, complete with color photographs that not only identify them but also reveal their unique beauty.What's included: * Nearly 600 full-color images of butterflies in their natural habitats* Information on structural and behavioral features, from antennae attributes to flight styles* Maps for butterfly sightings at the county level in each state--North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia* An overview of butterfly life cycles and classifications and information on diversity and moreBursting with beautiful images of butterflies, this guide offers a comprehensive catalog of species, making it a must-have for experienced butterfly watchers and beginners alike.

"More than 250 species of freshwater fishes live in North Carolina waters, making identification a challenge. Thanks to this comprehensive guide, anyone will be able to accurately identify any fish found in North Carolina--and better appreciate the diversity and beauty of fishes within the state. Inside the book: Detailed identification keys based on essential species markers; 546 full-color images for clear identification of species markers; 260 maps showing species distribution throughout the state; Information on the freshwater fish families and ichthyological history of North Carolina; An appendix that explains the meanings behind the scientific names. This is the must-have portable reference for nature lovers and anglers in North Carolina and beyond"--

"Jerry Barker has long championed North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) and led its development for many years. In Discovering North Carolina's Mountains-to-Sea Trail, he draws on that experience to take readers on a unique journey along the trail's full route, sharing the rich history and stories that live on each segment. Connecting the route to the Indigenous history of western North Carolina, to the long military presence near the Carolina coast, and more, Barker offers a new way to understand and appreciate not only the natural beauty of North Carolina but also its people and history. Dedicated long-distance hikers and day-trippers alike will value and enjoy this armchair guide. [This resource is] abundantly illustrated with over fifty color photographs and maps for each of the MST's nineteen segments, [it] narrates significant histories related to each MST segment, places prominent natural features of the trail in context, [and] introduces hikers to nearby attractions, cultural heritage sites, and trail towns"--

North Carolina's state parks reflect the natural abundance and variety in the Tar Heel State, with preserves located in each of the major regions from mountains to coast. With this guide, Johnny Molloy details the best hikes to enjoy in North Carolina's expanding state parks system. Written with the beginning, intermediate, and seasoned hiker in mind, Hiking North Carolina's State Parks is the most comprehensive and useful hiking guide published to date dedicated to exploring our beautiful state parks. Readers will find:Detailed information for more than 50 hikes, including highlights and advice for each hikeDetailed hike maps in full color, complete with important trail informationExpert guidance on what gear to take with youUp-to-date information on park hours, locations, and safety informationDetails for each hike include elevation changes, levels of difficulty, and moreOver 50 beautiful, full-color photographs of North Carolina's varied and unique landscapes

Take a walk on the beach with three coastal experts who reveal the secrets and the science of the North Carolina shoreline. What makes sea foam? What are those tiny sand volcanoes along the waterline? You'll find the answers to these questions and dozens more in this comprehensive field guide to the state's beaches, which shows visitors how to decipher the mysteries of the beach and interpret clues to an ever-changing geological story. Orrin Pilkey, Tracy Monegan Rice, and William Neal explore large-scale processes, such as the composition and interaction of wind, waves, and sand, as well as smaller features, such as bubble holes, drift lines, and black sands. In addition, coastal life forms large and small--from crabs and turtles to microscopic animals--are all discussed here. The concluding chapter contemplates the future of North Carolina beaches, considering the threats to their survival and assessing strategies for conservation. This indispensable beach book offers vacationers and naturalists a single source for learning to appreciate and preserve the natural features of a genuine state treasure.

America's most populous region is also home to some of the nation's most serenely beautiful country. Tracing a gentle, thousand-mile curve from New York City southwestward to Montgomery, Alabama, the Piedmont connects an arc of urban centers which includes five state capitals, America's largest city, and the national capital. Between the Atlantic coastal plain and the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Piedmont's rolling hills span miles of farmland and forest. Michael Godfrey's Field Guide to the Piedmont--originally published by Sierra Club Books and here newly revised and updated--is an informative and entertaining guide to the entire region's habitats, ecosystems, and rich botanical communities. Focusing on plant succession, geology, soils, climate, and the plants and animals with which we share the land, Field Guide to the Piedmont also features 180 illustrations for easy identification of the Piedmont's principal flora and fauna. A chapter describing and providing directions to over fifty sites of special interest will inspire Piedmont residents to take this field guide in hand and explore their natural surroundings.Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press

Foraging edible plants was once limited to specialists, survivalists, and herbalists, but it's become increasingly mainstream. Influenced by the popularity of the locavore movement, many restaurants feature foraged plants on their menus, and a wide variety of local foraged plants are sold at farmers markets across the country. With Edible Wild Plants of the Carolinas, Lytton John Musselman and Peter W. Schafran offer a full-color guide for the everyday forager, featuring: - Profiles of more than 100 edible plants, organized broadly by food type, including seeds, fruits, grains, and shoots- Details about taste and texture, harvesting tips, and preparation instructions- Full-color photos that make it easy to identify edible plantsEdible Wild Plants of the Carolinas is designed to help anyone enjoy the many wild plants found in the biodiverse Carolinas.

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is an 1,175-mile destination trail that crosses North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks. This is the first-ever guide to day hikes along the crown jewel of North Carolina foot trails.

How to Read a Florida Gulf Coast Beach: A Guide to Shadow Dunes, Ghost Forests, and Other Telltale Clues from an Ever-Changing Coast

Want to eat like the locals? D.G. Martin has spent years travelling the major roadways of North Carolina, on the lookout for community, local history, and, of course, a good home-cooked meal. Here D.G. is your personal tour guide to more than 100 notable local roadway haunts that serve not only as places to eat but also as fixtures of their communities.

Provides everything you need to know to discover the American South's best-kept secrets of winter recreation: snow-covered mountains, remote yet accessible trails, high-quality downhill and cross-country skiing, sparkling resorts and peaceful cabins, and of course, southern hospitality.

An invaluable resource for every coastal traveller in the Tar Heel State. This descriptive guide to North Carolina's coastal counties goes far beyond the basics to showcase all that the seaside has to offer, from beach access points and camping options to aquariums, museums, and other attractions.

Covering 40 of the best trips the state of Virginia has to offer, Backpacking Virginia provides all the information necessary for backpackers to enjoy hiking destinations from Cumberland Gap to the New River Valley, the heart of the Blue Ridge, Shenandoah National Park, and all the way out to the Atlantic coast.

Mushrooms in the wild present an enticing challenge: some are delicious, others deadly, still others take on almost unbelievable forms. This field guide introduces 650 mushrooms found in the Carolinas-more than 50 of them appearing in a field guide for the first time-using clear language and color photographs to reveal their unique features.

Ever wonder where sand comes from? Or why shells are coloured differently? Or how to estimate the size of a wave? Featuring more than forty fun hands-on activities for families with children, Lessons from the Sand reveals the science behind the amazing natural wonders found on the beaches of North and South Carolina.

If you love waterfalls, here are some of the best hikes in the Southern Appalachians. And if you love plants - or simply would like to learn more about them - you will be in hiking heaven: naturalist Tim Spira's guidebook links waterfalls and wildflowers in a spectacularly beautiful region famous for both.

This unique hiking guide to the southern Appalachian mountains leads readers to explore the rich forest ecosystems and other natural communities visitors encounter along the trail. Drawing on years of experience guiding forest walks throughout the region, Steph Jeffries and Tom Wentworth invite hikers and nature lovers to see their surroundings in new ways.

Adventure Carolinas: Your Go-To Guide for Multi-Sport Outdoor Recreation

Hiking North Carolina's National Forests: 50 Can't-Miss Trail Adventures in the Pisgah, Nantahala, Uwharrie, and Croatan National Forests

In this hands-on, how-to guide to fishing North Carolina's Outer Banks, expert fisherman Stan Ulanski combines his enthusiasm, his experience, and his scientific expertise to show anglers how to catch more fish. He focuses on the essential but often misunderstood links between recreational fishing and the biology, geography, and natural history of the region.

Tar Heel History on Foot: Great Walks through 400 Years of North Carolina's Fascinating Past

The first guidebook of its kind for the Volunteer State, Farm Fresh Tennessee leads food lovers, families, locals, and tourists on a lively tour of more than 360 farms and farm-related attractions, all open to the public and all visited by Memphis natives Paul and Angela Knipple.

Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway: The Only Guide You Will Ever Need, Including GPS, Detailed Maps, and More

Featuring over 600 wildflowers, flowering shrubs, and vines, this user-friendly field guide focuses on the rare, fragile lands and species of the Sandhills region of the Carolinas and Georgia. It is arranged by habitat, with colour tabs to facilitate easy browsing of the nine different natural communities whose plants are described.

This richly illustrated field guide is an introduction to the wildflowers and plant communities of the southern Appalachians and the rolling hills of the adjoining piedmont. It takes an holistic, ecological approach that enables the reader to identify and learn about plants in their natural communities, an approach that better reflects the natural world.

How were the Appalachian Mountains formed? Are the barrier islands moving? This book provides answers to these and other questions. It is a guide to the geology of North Carolina and South Carolina. It explains techniques geologists use to ""read"" rocks, the science of plate tectonics, and the formation of the Carolinas.

Covering the coastal region from Ocracoke Inlet to the South Carolina border, this text examines the area's natural environment, highlighting the processes that have shaped, and continue to shape, North Carolina's southern coast.

A study of the major environmental processes affecting North Carolina's Outer Banks in America: the rising sea level; movement of sand by wind and water; and stabilization of sand by plant life. It also points out where along the northern Banks visitors can observe environmental processes at work.

Provides all the information necessary for beginning and experienced backpackers alike to enjoy hiking destinations from the mountains to the coast. Each trip description offers key maps and navigation information, including water sources and camping spots, as well as trip highlights and special considerations.