Beach Combing on the Pacific Coast
Author: Winonah Marlatt
Publisher:
Published: 1913
Total Pages: 136
ISBN-13:
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Beachcombing the Pacific
Author: Amos L. Wood
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1999-01
Total Pages: 225
ISBN-13: 9780887400971
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhether you are a potential or practicing beachcomber, this will show you techniques to enhance your discovery potential and improve the results of your efforts.
Beachcombing
Author: Jim Arnosky
Publisher:
Published: 2014-07-11
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781484429327
DOWNLOAD EBOOKYoung beachcombers will discover old and new ideas about collecting or just identifying their finds, and the book will appeal to those children who are looking for relaxing fun.
The Essential Guide to Beachcombing and the Strandline
Author: Steve Trewhella
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2021-06-08
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 0691232423
DOWNLOAD EBOOKImmerse yourself in the beachcombing experience; the wind in your face, the smell of salt spray, the roar of the ocean; it’s an assault on the senses, the perfect tonic. From time immemorial people have been drawn to the beach to collect practical resources as well as mysterious objects that have fuelled myth and folklore – it is our inherent hunter-gatherer instinct. The beach strandline is also a wildlife habitat, home to a unique community of plants and animals, many found nowhere else. They create a rich and ever-changing oasis of life in the otherwise harsh environment of the beach. Whether you are a seasoned beachcomber, a casual visitor or an enthusiastic naturalist, this book is for you. It will satisfy your curiosity about each treasure found cast up on the beach, be it a pretty seashell or an exotic ocean voyager. • Descriptions of common and rare beach finds, both natural and man-made • Clear photographs showing objects and species as found on the strandline and in their natural habitat • Suggestions for family activities related to beachcombing • A comprehensive account of the living flora and fauna of the beach strandline • Information on threats and conservation measures for the marine and coastal environment
Beachcombing
Author: Ceridwen Fraser
Publisher:
Published: 2021-07
Total Pages: 115
ISBN-13: 9781486314898
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIf you've ever walked along a beach or rocky shore and peered, poked or wondered at the things cast upon it by the waves, this book is for you. Beaches are our windows to the ocean, and the objects we find on them tell stories about life, death and dynamic processes in the sea. "Beachcombing" will help you to understand what you find on beaches, and the intriguing reasons these objects and organisms have come to be there.
Beachcombing for a Shipwrecked God
Author: Joe Coomer
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 1997-05-07
Total Pages: 260
ISBN-13: 068482440X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNine weeks after losing her husband, Charlotte escapes to a wooden motor yacht in New Hampshire, where her shipmates are an aging blue-haired widow, an emotional seventeen-year-old, and the ugliest dog in literature. A genuine bond develops among the three women, as their distinct personalities and paths cross and converge against the backdrop of emotional secrets, abuse, and the wages of old age. Off the boat, Charlotte, an archaeologist, joins a local excavation to uncover an ancient graveyard. Here she can indulge her passion for reconstructing the past, even as she tries to bury her own recent history. She comes to realize, however, that the currents of time are as fluid and persistent as the water that drifts beneath her comforting new home.
Seashells & Beachcombing for Kids
Author: Stephanie Panlasigui
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Published: 2023-04-11
Total Pages: 394
ISBN-13: 1647553245
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLearn about beaches and coastal life with this children’s introduction to animals, plants, and seashells. Ocean beaches capture our attention like few places on Earth—and for good reason. Two vastly different ecosystems merge here, attracting a wide variety of life forms. Become a young oceanographer. Learn all about beaches and the plants and animals found there. East Coast expert Erika Zambello and West Coast naturalist Stephanie Panlasigui present a kids’ introduction to beach life. The children’s book, ideal for early and middle-grade readers, conveys fascinating information for beginners. Start by learning about beaches and their various habitats, as well as tips on beach safety, collecting etiquette, and Leave No Trace principles. That’s followed by an introduction to the Atlantic and Pacific coasts and an identification guide to common and noteworthy types of shells, plants, and animals—including birds, dolphins, manatees, and more. Seashells & Beachcombing for Kids is rounded out by family-friendly beach activities and Citizen Science Projects. Inside You’ll Find Beginner information with beachcombing tips The basics of oceanography Identification guide to coastal animals, plants, and seashells Beach-related activities that the entire family can enjoy
Beachcombing the Pacific
Author: Amos L. Wood
Publisher: Regnery Publishing
Published: 1975-01-01
Total Pages: 225
ISBN-13: 9780809290338
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWho among us has not looked out over a beautiful body of water and wondered what treasures are buried in the shore? Or found an unusual artifact floating and wondered where it originated? Whether you are a potential or a practicing beachcomber, Beachcombing The Pacific, will show you techniques to enhance your discovery potential and improve the results of your efforts. This newly revised and illustrated edition is written to capture the fun and excitement of the setting. Whether you are beachcombing along coastal beaches, lake shores, or river banks this book will show you how to go about serious beachcombing successfully. Not only will you learn which beaches are better for finding items, but also certain techniques which are more productive for locating these treasures. Beachcombing The Pacific, is truly a comprehensive how-to and where-to handbook that will prove to be an indispensable tool for beginning as well as experienced beachcombers.
Pacific Coast Crabs and Shrimps
Author: Gregory C. Jensen
Publisher:
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 104
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is the first Pacific Coast full-color field guide for this important group of marine animals. It describes 163 species of crabs, shrimps and lobsters that occur in the nearshore waters from Alaska to Northern Baja California. The narrative for each species includes the identification, size, geographic range and habitat, as well as natural history notes on molting, reproduction, larval development and ecology. Also included are pictorial keys, glossary, index and suggested references.
She Explores
Author: Gale Straub
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 2019-03-26
Total Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 1452167672
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
