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- Books, Geology
The Peninsular Ranges
- $29.95
- by Michael J. Walawender This excellent guide covers nine geological field excursions of 30 sites in San Diego's back country. Includes color charts, maps & photos. Paperback.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Geology
Geology and Lore of Northern Anza-Borrego Desert Region
- $29.95
- edited by Charles E. Houser & Monte L. Murbach Covers the geology of the northern portion of the Anza-Borrego region, and includes the 2010 joint field trip of the South Coast Geological Society and the San Diego Assn. of Geologists. Useful for anyone interested in geology, mines, groundwater, faulting. Paperback.
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- Books, Gifts, Night Sky, Outdoors
Night Reader Pro
- $15.95
- Full-featured dimmable red LED flashlight can be used at high intensity for walking around at night or set to a lower intensity for comfortable use with an atlas or planisphere in the dark without depleting your night vision. Comes with easy quick-clip keychain attachment to keep it close at hand. 1.5" × 1.0" × 0.4".
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- Books, Night Sky
The Night Sky Planisphere Chart
- $16.95
- by David S. Chandler The Night Sky is a rotating star finder (planisphere) that allows the user to recognize the constellations for any time of night, any day of the year. Suitable for the 30°-40° latitude zone (southern half of the US). 8.5" x 10". Plastic.
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- Books, Night Sky
Binocular Stargazing
- $14.95
- by Mike D. Reynolds A guide to viewing stars, the moon, planets, meteors, comets, and aurora through binoculars. Many people assume that amateur stargazers must invest hundreds or even thousands of dollars in equipment before they can enjoy the wonders of the night sky. The truth is, though, that all you need is a simple pair of binoculars. Ideal for…
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- Books, Night Sky
Night Sky
- $18.95
- by Jonathan Poppele Learn how to locate any constellation in relation to the Big Dipper, the North Star, and the top of the sky. With multiple ways to locate each constellation, you’ll know where in the sky to look and what to look for! Bonus: A small red-LED flashlight is included in a pocket in the back cover. Paperback.
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- Books, Geology
A Brief History of Earth
- $19.99
- by Andrew H. Knoll The story of our home planet and the organisms spread across its surface is far more spectacular than any Hollywood blockbuster, filled with enough plot twists to rival a bestselling thriller. Renowned geologist Andrew H. Knoll delivers a rigorous yet accessible biography of Earth, charting our home planet's epic 4.6 billion-year story. Paperback.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books
Anza-Borrego: A Photographic Journey
- $22.95
- by Ernie Cowan Beautiful words and images of this 600,000-acre desert park captured over the years by photojournalist Ernie Cowan. Hardback.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books
A Natural History of the Anza-Borrego Region
- $39.95
- A comprehensive resource of Anza-Borrego, from the physical conditions that create desert environments through the history of human activities, the richness of biodiversity, and conservation threats. Paperback.
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- Books, Deserts
A Natural History of the Sonoran Desert
- $39.95
- by Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum More than 40 scientists and naturalists describe the region's biodiversity, geology, weather, plants, and animals—from invertebrates to fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Includes essays, photos, maps, and 450 drawings. Paperback.
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- Children's, Kids
Desert Night Desert Day
- $16.95
- by Anthony D. Fredericks and Kenneth J. Spengler The desert is an amazing place filled with secrets and surprises. Children and adults will have fun looking for the quail hidden in every illustration. The back of the book is packed with excellent information about the fascinating creatures that call the desert home. Hardback.
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Why Oh Why Are Deserts Dry?
- $9.99
- by Tish Rabe The Cat in the Hat takes Sally and Dick to explore different kinds of deserts around the world, from the hot, dry Sonoran and Mojave to the bitter cold Gobi and Antarctica. Young readers learn why deserts are dry, and how plants and animals—including cactus, kangaroos, camels, penguins, roadrunners, and many others—have adapted to survive the unforgiving…
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Buford the Little Bighorn
- $9.99
- by Bill Peet Buford's giant horns cause him all sorts of problems and even force him to leave his mountainside home, but eventually they make him a hero on the ski slopes. Paperback.
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Bighorns Don’t Honk
- $7.95
- by Stephen Lester All about bighorn sheep with fun, inviting text and illustrations, whether you read aloud or for a young reader. Natural history information included on back pages. Paperback.
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- Children's, Kids
Who-o-o’s Awake in the Desert
- $14.95
- by Jenny Holt Owl goes out at night to make sure all the desert animals are tucked in tight before she signals a hoot good night. Hardback.
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- Children's, Kids
Bedtime in the Southwest
- $14.95
- by Mona Hodgson What do Southwest critters do when Mama says, "It's time for bed?" Do they bounce on the bed or do they snuggle in tight, offer hugs, and say good night? Hardback.
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
The Tale of Rabbit and Coyote
- $8.99
- by Tony Johnston and Tomie dePaola Poor Coyote! What’s he doing, hanging upside down in the farmer’s house, next to a pot of boiling water? How’d he wind up underneath the jicara tree, getting bonked by rock-hard fruit? Who tricked him into whacking a wasps’ nest with a stick? And why is he always howling at the moon? Because of…
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Oh Say Can You Seed?
- $9.99
- by Bonnie Worth Packed with real botanical information in a learn-to-read basic nonfiction. Illustrations in the entertaining Cat in the Hat style and recognizable characters. Hardback.
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Lizards for Lunch
- $9.95
- by Conrad J. Storad Hello! Glad to meet you. Listen close, and hear my tale. Please call me Roadrunner, the fastest bird on the ground. And so it goes! A fun read-aloud story and illustrations. Paperback.
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- Children's, Kids, Under $10
Soft Child
- $8.95
- A Native American folktale retold by Joe Hayes Highly recommended for creating empathy and understanding of the mechanisms animals have to protect themselves. Adapted from the Tohono O'odham (Papago) lore of a young snake using its rattle to deter aggression. Paperback.
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- Children's, Kids
Mason Jar Science
- $14.95
- by Jonathan Adolph Forty slimy, squishy, super-cool experiments. Capture big discoveries in a jar, from the magic of chemistry and physics to the amazing worlds of earth science and biology. The mason jar is a science lab just waiting to be discovered. Unlock its potential with 40 dynamic experiments for budding scientists ages 8 and up. Hardback.
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- Books, Guides
Coast to Cactus: The Canyoneer Trail Guide to San Diego Outdoors
- $29.95
- edited by Diana Lindsay, Paula Knoll & Terri Varnell A hiking and field guide to 318 exploring options in San Diego County, including the coast, inland, mountain and desert areas. Each hike has a focus on a species or natural/cultural history feature associated with that hike. GPS directions to trailheads. Paperback.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Best Easy Day Hikes Anza-Borrego
- $10.95
- by Bill Cunningham & Polly Burke Twenty easy-to-follow, family-friendly hikes in Anza-Borrego varying from half-hour strolls to full-day adventures. Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps. Paperback.
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- ABDNHA Publications, Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Hiking in Anza-Borrego Desert: Volume 3
- $14.95
- by Robin Halford Over 205 half-day hikes to survey marks in Anza-Borrego Desert. Includes GPS coordinates for each mark. 39 hiking maps. Published by ABDNHA. Paperback.
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- ABDNHA Publications, Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Hiking in Anza-Borrego Desert: Volume 2
- $14.95
- by Robin Halford Over 200 new half-day hikes in Anza-Borrego Desert. Hikes accessed from paved roads and dirt roads. 27 hiking maps. GPS coordinates given for parking areas for all hikes requiring 4-wheel drive and some hikes that are 2-wheel drive accessible on jeep roads. Published by ABDNHA. Paperback.
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- ABDNHA Publications, Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Hiking in Anza-Borrego Desert: Volume 1
- $14.95
- by Robin Halford Over 100 half-day hikes in Anza-Borrego Desert. Most hikes are accessible from paved roads. 20 hiking maps. A "must have" hiking guide for locals and visitors alike. Published by ABDNHA. Paperback.
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- ABDNHA Publications, Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Hiking in Anza-Borrego Desert: Volumes 1-3
- $42.85
- by Robin Halford This 3-volume hiking book set by local hiker and author Robin Halford is the perfect gift for any serious hiker in Anza-Borrego. Over 500 hikes are listed and described in detail. Maps and GPS coordinates for many of the hikes are included. Published by ABDNHA. Paperback. Save $2.00 when buying as a set!
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: El Cajon
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: El Centro
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: Blythe
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: Eagle Mountains
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: Yuma
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: Palm Springs
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps, Under $10
BLM Map: Salton Sea
- $5.95
- Topographic map. Inset shows map coverage.
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- Books, Maps
Joshua Tree National Park Map
- $10.95
- Topo map covers Joshua Tree National Park. Waterproof.
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- Books, Maps
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Map
- $12.95
- Topo map covers Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, including Cuyamaca Peak, Green Valley, Stonewall Peak, Lake Cuyamaca, Sweetwater River and Paso Picacho. Waterproof.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides, Maps
Explore Along Anza-Borrego’s Dirt & Paved Roads Package
- $27.45
- Trip planning package includes: Anza-Borrego Desert Region guide book Anza-Borrego Desert Region map (included with guide book) 8 USGS topo maps of the park Self-guided Agricultural History auto tour brochure Self-guided Erosion Road auto tour brochure Self-guided Southern Emigrant Trail auto tour brochure Self-guided Triangle Tour auto tour brochure Self-guided Split Mountain Gorge auto tour brochure
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides, Maps, Under $10
Quick Guide to Sky Art Metal Sculptures in Borrego Valley
- $8.95
- by Diana Lindsay Laminated map and guide to the 130 life-size metal sculptures created by artist Ricardo Breceda and scattered around Borrego Springs.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides, Maps
Explore Along Anza-Borrego’s Paved Roads Package
- $24.90
- Introductory trip planning package includes: Weekender's Guide Anza-Borrego Desert Region map Self-guided Agricultural History auto tour brochure Self-guided Erosion Road auto tour brochure Self-guided Southern Emigrant Trail auto tour brochure Self-guided Triangle Tour auto tour brochure
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- Books, Night Sky
101 Amazing Sights of the Night Sky
- $16.95
- by George Moromisato From Saturn's famous rings to awe-inspiring wonders like the Andromeda Galaxy, this book is a good choice for beginners as many objects can be seen with the unaided eye or binoculars, while others require a small telescope. Paperback.
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- Anza-Borrego, Books, Guides
Anza-Borrego Desert Region
- $21.95
- by Lowell & Diana Lindsay A comprehensive guide book that includes hikes, 4WD trips, natural history, accommodations, facilities, highway markers and GPS coordinates. A perfect companion for hikers, campers, history buffs, and casual visitors. Includes separate folded map. Paperback.
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