Once remote but now among the fastest-growing regions in the country, the five Rocky Mountain states--Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming--contain 22 of the nation's more than 300 wildlife refuges that are open to the public. Some, such as Idaho's Camas National Wildlife Refuge, protect endangered habitat (in this case, the wetlands of the Snake River). Others, such as the 18,000-acre National Bison Refuge west of Missoula, Montana, and the National Elk Refuge near Jackson Hole, Wyoming, are devoted (but not limited to) single species that were once at the brink of extinction. Naturalist John Grassy tours each of the refuges in this well-written guidebook, offering notes on the animals and plants found within them and suggesting walking and driving itineraries for visitors. --Gregory McNamee

Audubon Guide to the National Wildlife Refuges: Rocky Mountains: Idaho, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming

Travel

Grassy, John

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Food, Lodging & Transportation

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A field guide that explores the world of mammals is divided into three parts: an overview that identifies characteristics and describes individual species; a photo journal; and a removable, weatherproof spotter's card.

Mammals (National Audubon Society First Field Guide)

Keene, Chuck I.

NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY

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A brief introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of apes and monkeys.

Apes and Monkeys (Eyes on Nature)

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a Book on Insights into Wild Animals - part of the EYES on NATURE Series

Wild Animals (Eyes on Nature Series)

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Numerous, colorful, and diverse! Insects are some of nature's most interesting creatures! Did you ever wonder whether beetles have blood? Or how fast a dragonfly can move? Or whether honeybees know how to dance? Learn all about the bugs around us with this exciting look at insect facts and figures. Gorgous full-color photos illustrate every detail, while a glossary of bug-related terms and a handy index help you find your way around. Come explore the fascinating world of insects!

Insects

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