Download or read book Flora of the San Juans written by Susan Komarek and published by Kivak I Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wild Plants of the San Juan Islands 2nd Ed written by and published by The Mountaineers Books. This book was released on with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The first comprehensive field guide to the San Juans * Also covers the Gulf Islands and southern Vancouver Island * Includes an annotated checklist of all vascular plants recorded for San Juan County Washington's jewel-like San Juan Islands, outdoor playground for both foot-and water-borne visitors, are also a joy and curiosity for the flower and plant lover, both amateur and professional. On these hilly, rocky islands, wild plants appear that would seem more properly to belong in the desert areas of eastern Washington, while other plants, common as grass in the western part of the state, are strangely absent from the Islands. This authoritative field guide, illustrates and describes more than 190 species of wildflowers, shrubs, trees and weeds that occur commonly throughout the Islands as well as the nearby Gulf Islands and southern Vancouver Island, Canada. The plant descriptions are divided by habitats-meadows, open rocky outcrops, woodlands, maritime, fresh water, disturbed sites, Mt. Constitution -- under which they are listed by type, then color. The text also includes information on how the climate, topography and geology of the Islands affect plant life. Of special interest to serious students is the only annotated checklist in print of all vascular plants recorded for San Juan County. San Juan visitors as well as the Islanders themselves will find that this handy, compact guide adds a new and enjoyable dimension to their walks and wanders around these delightful island retreats.
Download or read book Wild Plants of the San Juan Islands written by Scott Atkinson and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The first comprehensive field guide to the San Juans * Also covers the Gulf Islands and southern Vancouver Island * Includes an annotated checklist of all vascular plants recorded for San Juan County Washington's jewel-like San Juan Islands, outdoor playground for both foot-and water-borne visitors, are also a joy and curiosity for the flower and plant lover, both amateur and professional. On these hilly, rocky islands, wild plants appear that would seem more properly to belong in the desert areas of eastern Washington, while other plants, common as grass in the western part of the state, are strangely absent from the Islands. This authoritative field guide, illustrates and describes more than 190 species of wildflowers, shrubs, trees and weeds that occur commonly throughout the Islands as well as the nearby Gulf Islands and southern Vancouver Island, Canada. The plant descriptions are divided by habitats-meadows, open rocky outcrops, woodlands, maritime, fresh water, disturbed sites, Mt. Constitution -- under which they are listed by type, then color. The text also includes information on how the climate, topography and geology of the Islands affect plant life. Of special interest to serious students is the only annotated checklist in print of all vascular plants recorded for San Juan County. San Juan visitors as well as the Islanders themselves will find that this handy, compact guide adds a new and enjoyable dimension to their walks and wanders around these delightful island retreats.
Download or read book San Juan Islands Wildlife written by Evelyn Adams and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Natural beauty and a rich diversity of wildlife draw thousands of visitors annually to Washington's San Juan Islands. Until now, there has never been a book that provides an overview of natural life in this beautiful archipelago. San Juan Islands Wildlife is an informative and affectionate look at the habits and habitats of the flora and fauna found within the unique environment of the region.
Download or read book Flora of Mission San Juan Capistrano written by Theadore H. Mortenson and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Field Guide to Forest Plants of South central Colorado written by David C. Powell and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wildflowers Along the Trail written by Michael Stubben and published by MTS Nature. This book was released on 2017-10-27 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Field guide of common wildflowers in the San Juan Mountains
Download or read book A Collection of Plants from the High Cordilleras of Northwestern San Juan written by Ivan Murray Johnston and published by . This book was released on 1929 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Flora and Vegetation of the Needle Mountains San Juan Range Southwestern Colorado written by Joan Michener-Foote and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Colorado Flora Eastern Slope Third Edition written by Ronald C. Wittmann and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2011-05-18 with total page 810 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflecting the conclusions of current taxonomic research and recognizing new species found in the state, these thoroughly updated guides offer the most complete and authoritative reference to the plants of Colorado. Both volumes explain basic terminology; discuss plant geography; and describe special botanical features of the mountain ranges, basins, and plains. Interesting anecdotes and introductions are given for each plant family, and hints on recognizing the largest families are provided as well. Each volume includes a complete glossary, indices to common and specific names, and hundreds of illustrations. Ideal both for the student and scientist, Colorado Flora: Eastern and Western Slopes, Third Edition are essential for readers interested in Colorado's plant life.
Download or read book San Juan Island National Hisotrical Park Vegetation Classification and Mapping Project Report written by National Park Service and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The National Park Service (NPS) Vegetation Inventory Program (VIP) is an effort to classify, describe and map existing vegetation of national park units for the NPS Nature Resource Inventory and Monitoring Program. The Washington Natural Heritage Program (WNHP), working in cooperation with the North Coast and Cascades Network (NCCN), has completed a vegetation classification and map of San Juan Island National Historical Park (SAJH). Every vegetation type with the park was classified and mapped to at least the NVC Alliance level. Many types were classified and mapped to the Association level of the NVC.
Download or read book Notorious San Juans written by Carol Turner and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2011-06-14 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the shooting of a Secret Service agent in the wilds near Hesperus to the "grave misfortune"? of Kid Adams, a not-so-successful highwayman, these tales from the lofty heights of the San Juans are packed with mystery, pathos and fascinating historical details. Mined from the frontier newspapers of Ouray, San Juan and La Plata Counties, these stories tell of range wars, desperadoes and cattle rustlers, lynchings, ill-tempered ranchers with trigger fingers and women fed up with their husbands. There are famous and infamous newsmen, wild stagecoach rides, scapegoats and stolen lands. Carol Turner's Notorious San Juansoffers a rowdy ride through the region's not-so-quiet history.
Download or read book Colorado Flora Western Slope written by Ronald C. Wittmann and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [C]learly a book that every Rocky Mountain botanist should own." -Arctic and Alpine Research Colorado Flora: Eastern Slope describes the remarkable flora of the state, distinctive in its altitudinal range, numerous microhabitats, and ancient and rare plants. Together with Colorado Flora: Western Slope, Fourth Edition, these volumes are designed to educate local amateurs and professionals in the recognition of vascular plant species so that they can be better stewards of our priceless and irreplaceable biological heritage. These thoroughly revised and updated editions reflect current taxonomic knowledge. The authors describe botanical features of this unparalleled biohistorical region and its mountain ranges, basins, and plains and discuss plant geography, giving detailed notes on habitat, ecology, and range. The keys contain interesting anecdotes and introductions for each plant family. Each volume includes a background of botanical work in the state, a complete glossary, indices to common and scientific names, references and suggested readings, and hundreds of illustrations. The books also contain a new contribution from Donald R. Farrar and Steve J. Popovich on moonworts. The fourth editions of Colorado Flora: Eastern Slope and Colorado Flora: Western Slope are ideal for both student and scientist and essential for readers interested in Colorado's plant life.
Download or read book The Pig War written by Mike Vouri and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historian Mike Vouri has selected nearly 200 historical images to illustrate the history of the Pig War on San Juan Island in Washington state. Each image has a descriptive caption.
Download or read book A Botanical Survey of San Jacinto Mountain written by Harvey Monroe Hall and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest written by Mark Turner and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2006-02-20 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring more than 1240 stunning color photographs, this comprehensive field guide will remain a trusted, authoritative trailside reference for years to come.
Download or read book Colorado Flora written by William A. Weber and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2012-04-06 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colorado Flora: Western Slope describes the remarkable flora of the state, distinctive in its altitudinal range, numerous microhabitats, and ancient and rare plants. Together with Colorado Flora: Eastern Slope, Fourth Edition, these volumes are designed to educate local amateurs and professionals in the recognition of vascular plant species and encourage informed stewardship of our biological heritage. These thoroughly revised and updated editions reflect current taxonomic knowledge. The authors describe botanical features of this unparalleled biohistorical region and its mountain ranges, basins, and plains and discuss plant geography, giving detailed notes on habitat, ecology, and range. The keys contain interesting anecdotes and introductions for each plant family. The book is rounded out with historical background of botanical work in the state, suggested readings, glossary, index to scientific and common names, references, and hundreds of illustrations. The books also contain a new contribution from Donald R. Farrar and Steve J. Popovich on moonworts. The fourth editions of Colorado Flora: Eastern Slope and Colorado Flora: Western Slope are ideal for both student and scientist and essential for readers interested in Colorado's plant life.
