Discover the mysterious and fascinating ways in which animals and plants—and people—interact with one another in the rainforests of Costa Rica. Author and naturalist Jack Ewing shares a wealth of observations and experiences, gathered from more than three decades of living in southwestern Costa Rica, home to some of the most prolific and diverse ecosystems on Earth. More than just a simple collection of essays, Monkeys are Made of Chocolate is a testament to the wonder of life in all its countless guises, as seen through the eyes of a man with a gift for subtle discernment and a natural flair for storytelling.

Monkeys Are Made of Chocolate: Exotic and Unseen Costa Rica

Science & Math

Jack Ewing

Biological Sciences

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Bears have captured our imaginations for centuries. Now in this treasure trove of facts, folklore and amazing trivia, discover the history and nature of all bears, including black bears, grizzlies and polar bears. Along the way, meet some famous bears (real and not-so-real), learn about bear totems and mythologies of ancient cultures throughout the world, and see how bears have become embedded in our lives, from the names of night-sky constellations and sports teams to everyday words and slogans. Complete with color photos, numerous illustrations and cartoons, plus helpful tips for coexisting with our furry neighbors.

Bear-ology: Fascinating Bear Facts, Tales & Trivia

Dolson, Sylvia

A savvy guide that takes you from dreaming of a log home to actually building and living comfortably in one. Industry insider Roland Sweet reveals tips and insights about the various facets of designing a log home, selecting a log-home producer, and evaluating log packages. Plus you'll get real-world advice on calculating costs, what to look for when buying land, making energy-wise decisions, the importance of assembling a team that shares your vision, working with a builder, and much more. An invaluable resource, complete with photos, advice from log-home owners and an extensive and useful appendix.
 Table of Contents 1 - Keep Your Eye on the Prize 2 - Learn the Common Log Home Myths and Why They Are Myths 3 - Understand Wood 4 - Think Green 5 - Do Your Homework 6 - Gather Ideas 7 - Decide on the Look 8 - Calculate How Much House You Can Afford 9 - Know When and How to Compromise 10 - Anticipate the Unexpected 11 - Buy Your Land Before You Buy Your House 12 - Make Sure You Can Build on Your Land 13 - Assemble Your Dream Team Early 14 - Design for Yourself and Your Lifestyle 15 - Design for Protection 16 - Design for the Future 17 - Think Inside the Box 18 - Choose a Company that Offers the Look You Love 19 - Understand How Your Log Producer Provides for Log Settling 20 - Know What's in Your Package and What Isn't 21 - Understand What a Log Home Costs 22 - Get to Know Your Dealer 23 - Visit Several Actual Log Homes by Your Producer and Builder 24 - Hire the Best Builder, Not the Cheapest 25 - Determine Your Level of Involvement 26 - Expect Delays 27 - Don't Forget Furniture 28 - Landscape for Beauty and Wildlife 29 - Have Realistic Expectations 30 - Move In and Move On Appendix - Preserve Your Home's Good Looks - Warranties: Buyer Be Wary - How Your Log Home Happens - Cost-Estimating Checklist

Log Home Secrets of Success: An Insider's Guide to Making Your Dream Home a Reality

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Sweet, Roland

Sustainable Living

Take a step toward self-reliance by harnessing free energy from the sun, wind, water, and the earth to power your home. Power with Nature will get you started on the right path, whether you are connected to the grid or far from the nearest power pole. For Off-Grid &amp; Grid-Tied Homes: - Passive Solar &amp; Other Smart Ways to Conserve Energy - Solar PV, Wind &amp; Microhydro Systems - System Sizing, Pricing &amp; Tax Credits - Backup Generators - Geothermal Heat Pumps - Solar Thermal Collectors - Biomass (Wood) Heating - Finding &amp; Storing Water - Going on Vacation - Extensive Appendix (worksheets, maps, resources &amp; more)

Power With Nature, 3rd Edition: Renewable Energy Options for Homeowners

Ewing, Rex A.

Technology

Every year wildfire destroys thousands of homes, devastates countless lives and burns millions of acres. And every year people who have lost everything say, "We didn't think it would happen to us. If only we'd been better prepared." What you do before wildfire strikes could save your home. What you do during a wildfire could save your life. And if your home is damaged or destroyed, what you do now will make it much easier to put your life back together. Author and researcher Linda Masterson knows what it's like to flee a wall of flames in the middle of the night. She escaped with her life and little else when her Colorado home burned to the ground in 2011. Now she's sifted through information, resources and expert advice from across the country to create a practical handbook that will help homeowners be better prepared if disaster strikes. - Assessing Your Risk - Firewise Building and Remodeling - Defensible Space You Can Live With - Advance Planning: A Pound of Prevention Can Save a Ton of Trouble - Evacuation Essentials: What to Take, When to Leave, How to Escape - Insurance: How Much You Need, What It Covers, How It Works - Filing a Claim: Insider Tips and Tactics - Recovery: Picking Up Your Pieces and Starting Over - Our Story

Surviving Wildfire: Get Prepared, Stay Alive, Rebuild Your Life (A Handbook for Homeowners)

Business & Money

Masterson, Linda

Insurance

Numerous job opportunities await in the fast-growing field of renewable energy. Grab this handy book and discover how clean energy can be a part of your future, whether you are new to the workforce or retooling your career. Career Sectors include: Solar &amp; Wind Energy, Geothermal Energy, Hydropower, Bioenergy, Green Building &amp; Energy Management, Hydrogen Energy &amp; Fuel Cells, Green Transportation, and Energy Education &amp; Economics. Job Areas include: Technical / Engineering, Project Management / Consulting, Research &amp; Development, Sales &amp; Marketing and the Trades. Numerous helpful resources include: Training &amp; Workshops, Universities &amp; Trade Schools, Professional Associations / Technical Societies, Reference Web Sites, and Government Energy Programs.

Careers in Renewable Energy, Updated 2nd Edition: Your World, Your Future

McNamee, Gregory

Job Hunting & Careers

In the last century, the south-central Pacific coast of Costa Rica evolved from a wild, remote strip of land to one sparsely populated by homesteaders who cleared the forests to live off the land. Now it is a popular tourist destination filled with diverse wildlife in the abundant rainforests. Join author Jack Ewing as he reveals the ever-changing and fascinating history of the area and recounts his 45-year journey from managing a cattle ranch to developing Hacienda Barú into a National Wildlife Refuge. And discover how his efforts with the Path of the Tapir Biological Corridor may one day bring jaguars and tapirs back to the area.

Where Tapirs and Jaguars Once Roamed: Ever-Evolving Costa Rica

History

Ewing, Jack

Americas

A straight-talking book on why ground-source heat pumps (GHPs) are the best choice for heating and cooling new or existing homes in any climate and how this reliable, silent, non-polluting way of extracting free energy from the earth saves money year after year. Ideal for homeowners, anyone training for the geothermal industry, and home-building partners (architects, builders, lenders, inspectors), Geo Power explains the various GHP system options and why installing a geothermal system is a smart investment. Then author Don Lloyd goes one step further and provides insights into the simple science of this proven heat-pump technology. - Geothermal system options: open loop vs. closed earth loops; either horizontal or vertical, for water-to-water or water-to-air HVAC systems. - Important money concerns: costs, tax credits, payback time, increased home values. - Earth Smart Home profiles from around the country. - Incorporating solar electricity. - Understanding the basic principles of heat pumps and how super-efficiencies are achieved. - Performance standards, ratings, and warranties. - Careers: joining the industry. - Extensive appendix.

Geo Power: Stay Warm, Keep Cool and Save Money with Geothermal Heating & Cooling

Lloyd, Donal Blaise

Today bears have a growing people-problem: their “backyards” are full of humans and people-provided food is everywhere. Discover practical solutions and real-world examples of how to prevent conflicts at home and at play so we can do a better job of sharing space with these intelligent, adaptable animals. CONTENTS - Understanding Bears and Bear Behavior - Bear-Proofing Your Home - Being Bear-Smart in the Outdoors - Attractant Management: Garbage, Bird Feeders, Fruit Trees, Chicken Coops, Gardens and more - Creating Bear-Smart Communities - Preventing Conflicts - Responding to Encounters and Attacks - A Bear Manager's World - Case Studies from the U.S. &amp; Canada - North American Bear Populations - Lexicon of Terminology &amp; Extensive Resources

Living With Bears Handbook, Expanded 2nd Edition

Gardening & Landscape Design

Creating fire is easy, yet understanding and learning to live with this friend and foe has never been easy; stopping fire is a dangerous -- and often deadly -- pursuit. Drawing on his experiences as an environmental historian, firefighter and life safety educator, author Einar Jensen presents an eye-opening look at fire and our history of dealing with it, then gives us the tools for being responsible and prepared— parents and teachers, as communities and fire service professionals, and as homeowners in the wildland urban interface. “If we don’t change our understanding of fire, our rules of engagement, or our cultural values, we should expect more tragedies and be willing to pay for them in ever-increasing volumes of dollars, blood, sweat and tears. I’m committed to preventing these tragedies, and I hope to bring more members into my prevention cadre.” — Einar Jensen Contents 1 - Fire, Our Friend and Foe 2 - Fundamentals of Fire Science 3 - Youth &amp; Firesetting: Playing with Fire Can Burn Us 4 - Fire’s Dark Side: A Tool of Pain &amp; Destruction 5 - Fire’s Positive Side: A Tool of Creation 6 - Rules of Fire, Rites of Fire 7 - Sacred Fire 8 - Risk Perception and Fire 9 - Harmony with Fire 10 - Will We Keep Burning? Plus 29 Ancient Myths about the Origins of Fire, and a detailed appendix with Resources for Dealing with Youth Fire Misuse, Suggested Reading, Online Resources, Glossary and more.

Ancient Fire, Modern Fire: Understanding and Living With Our Friend & Foe

Jensen, Einar

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