Download or read book Pennsylvania Naturally written by Geoffrey L. Mehl and published by . This book was released on 2016-03-16 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pennsylvania Naturally describes all the habitat types, all the soils and all the native plants -- but it's also a toolkit of knowledge about geography, geology and ecology especially for gardeners. It provides dozens of starter lists to use as foundations for design and includes the perfect list of plants for rain gardens. The book describes sustainable landscaping as much more than environmental responsibility. Gardens are more lush, more productive, easier to maintain and less expensive. Instead of controlling the land, we collaborate with it to design a garden that suits our taste and give us pleasure. Gorgeous gardens are possible on any scale, no matter what our resources - and we contribute to the health of the planet. Instead of trial-and-error, we plan, design and create landscapes with confidence and success. For the first time, we can garden with certainty about our soil, the habitat we have, the plants that will work. Along the way, we broaden our horizons about the astonishing variety of landscape opportunities in Pennsylvania and gain an appreciation for the complex ecology that makes the entire state a marvelous place to garden. More than 100 illustrations.
Download or read book Natural Pennsylvania written by Charles Fergus and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout Pennsylvania, within the state forest system, are 61 officially designated Natural Areas, each offering a bit of wildness deemed worthy of protection: rare-bird breeding sites, stands of old-growth trees, fragile wetlands, ice age remnants, mineral-rich mountainsides. To experience first-hand the unique features of each natural area, nature writer Charles Fergus spent a year visiting all 61. In this information-filled book, he reports on what he found, offering readers a guided tour of some of natural Pennsylvania's most distinctive places. He also provides information on how to visit the areas, each of which is open to the public.
Download or read book Pennsylvania Wild Cats written by Henry W. Shoemaker and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Flyfisher s Guide to Pennsylvania written by Tom Gilmore and published by Wilderness Adventures Press. This book was released on 2016-09-21 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most fishing guides to Pennsylvania are becoming outdated, which is why Wilderness Adventures Press is introducing the all-new, 8.5x11-inch full-color, map-heavy Flyfisher's Guide to Pennsylvania by noted author Tom Gilmore. This is a completely new from-scratch edition that includes large, full-color maps with GPS coordinates for access points, stunning full-color photos and comprehensive hatch charts laid-out in an easy-to-process format. Each stream was put to a rigorous test ranking them of five criteria: public access, ability to hold trout year-round, fishable population of wild trout, scenic beauty and overall fishing experience. Only the best made the book. The book details 160 trout streams and provides detailed driving directions to over 400 public access points. Under the sections "What the Experts Say" the author shares insights gleaned from interviews of over two dozen guides and experienced fly anglers. It includes exhaustive coverage of the Delaware River and its branches, the Lehigh, the Little Lehigh, French Creek, the Lackawaxen, the Lackawanna, Spring Creek, Penns Creek, the Allegheny, the Loyalsock, the Youghiogheny, Big Spring Creek, Yellow Breeches Creek, Letort Spring Run, Falling Springs, Brodhead Creek and dozens more, both large and small. Anglers are virtually guaranteed to learn something new about flyfishing in Pennsylvania in this fantastic new guidebook.
Download or read book Pennsylvania Rollercoasters written by Carole Marsh and published by Carole Marsh Books. This book was released on 1994 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents information and activities pertaining to the history of roller coasters in the United States, with some emphasis on the roller coasters of Pennsylvania.
Download or read book Native Plants of Pennsylvania written by Pennsylvania. Bowman's Hill State Wild Flower Preserve and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Edible Wild Plants of Pennsylvania and Neighboring States written by Richard J. Medve and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ralph Waldo Emerson defined a weed as a plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. To the wild-plant enthusiast who has discovered the virtues of many plants, there are relatively few weeds. After using this book, you will never again consider lamb's-quarters a weed. Instead, you will nurture it with respect and even encourage its growth in your garden. Edible Wild Plants of Pennsylvania and Neighboring States contains botanically accurate, up-to-date information essential for the identification of more than one hundred delectable wild plants. Each plant entry provides characteristics, habitat, distribution, edible parts, food uses, precautions, and preparation, followed by tasty recipes and interesting remarks about the plant's botanical history. The plants are arranged according to height, with the ground-huggers appearing first and the trees last. Each plant is also cross-referenced by common and scientific names. The authors have written this book with the novice forager in mind, including useful tips on foraging from where to search for food to precautions to take. They also provide a list of toxic look-alikes, a nutrient composition chart, and a glossary of terms.
Download or read book Natural Resources Pennsylvania written by United States. Department of the Interior. Office of Information and published by . This book was released on 1963 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Naturally Occurring Radionuclides in the Ground Water of Southeastern Pennsylvania written by Ronald A. Sloto and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book More Outbound Journeys in Pennsylvania A Guide to Natural Places for Individual and Group Outings written by and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated guidebook that describes forty-nine natural places in Pennsylvania to explore and enjoy. In this sequel to the popular guidebook Outbound Journeys in Pennsylvania, Marcia Bonta describes forty-nine new outstanding natural places in Pennsylvania, featuring their old-growth forests, scenic rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rare botanical localities, outstanding wetlands, unique geological formations, endangered ecosystems, and special birdwatching areas. The book is divided into three sections--Eastern, Central, and Western Pennsylvania--and covers unique natural features in state parks, state forests, private nature sanctuaries, state game lands, county parks, environmental education centers, and a National Military Park. Each chapter discusses the flora and fauna of the site, as well as its unique features and also contains historical information so that people can learn about Pennsylvania's natural heritage without necessarily visiting the places. Bonta gives precise directions on how to reach each area, most of which are easily accessible from the major population centers of the state. In addition, she offers complete information on each site, including the best trails to follow, telephone numbers, hours, availability of group tours, and admission charges. A special section on sources and the detailed bibliography give readers more information on how to obtain maps and books that will add to their appreciation and knowledge of the places and natural history covered in the book. Most of the outings are not too strenuous and are ideal for families and groups of all kinds and ages. Aimed at a broad audience of naturalists, both armchair and active, More Outbound Journeys in Pennsylvania will also interest birdwatchers, hikers, campers, fishermen, hunters, canoeists, and wildflower and plant enthusiasts. Anyone who is interested in outdoor Pennsylvania can use this book to discover and enjoy the natural beauty of the Keystone State.
Download or read book Natural Resources of Pennsylvania written by United States. Department of the Interior. Office of Information and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Plants of Pennsylvania written by Ann Fowler Rhoads and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2007-09-05 with total page 1056 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of The Plants of Pennsylvania is the authoritative guide to identifying the nearly 3,400 species of flowering plants, ferns, and gymnosperms native or naturalized in the Commonwealth. It features a complete reorganization into a genetic scheme that reflects recent advances in our understanding of plant relationships.
Download or read book Great Natural Areas in Western Pennsylvania written by Stephen Ostrander and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guide to 65 natural areas Lake Erie, Allegheny National Forest, Pittsburgh region, Laurel Highlands > This companion for ecotourists points out western Pennsylvania's best natural attractions and explains why they're special. Birding spots, wildflower preserves, scenic overlooks, geological sites, family recreation areas, forests, rivers, and winding trails are all fully explored. These are areas where visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, or just restful sightseeing. Details on special features, geology, wildlife, and history of each site are provided, as well as basic tourist information and locator maps.
Download or read book A Gardener s Guide to Native Plants of Northeastern Pennsylvania written by Geoffrey L. Mehl and published by . This book was released on 2011-02 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference and discussion about how to plan and develop landscape designs using native plants, with a focus on the northeastern counties of Pennsylvania. Covers 2,150 species of trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials and annuals, 100 kinds of regional soils, and 135 ecological communities with detailed plant associations for each. Also included are the 540 protected plant species in Pennsylvania, invasive species of local concern, plant sources and additional resources for native plant enthusiasts.
Download or read book Fragments of the Natural History of Pennsylvania written by Benjamin Smith Barton and published by . This book was released on 1883 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Outbound Journeys in Pennsylvania A Guide to Natural Places for Individual and Group Outings written by and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes state parks, nature sanctuaries, county parks, environmental education centers, and state forest natural areas in each region of the state
Download or read book Pennsylvania Native Plants Perennials Habitat and Culture written by Geoffrey Mehl and published by . This book was released on 2012-02 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nearly 1,000 commercially available Pennsylvania native plants are covered in this handy shopping guide and planning reference from The Pennystone Project: where they grow in the wild and how to grow them in your garden. Another 1,000 species that are not commercially available are listed, as are all the endangered species and all Pennsylvania native annuals. The guide also includes lists of the best plants to start with for sites ranging from sun to shade. Not a field guide; just comprehensive information. From The Pennystone Project.
