Books & Field Guides

Night Sky Guide 2026 is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky.This in-depth...

For nearly three decades, Wilderness Navigation has been the official textbook for outdoor education courses throughout the U.S. as well as a trusted resource for adventurers all over the world. Authors and educators Bob Burns and Mike Burns describe...

For day hikers and backpackers alike, AMC's Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide offers a comprehensive look at the lesser-traveled, yet equally scenic, region south of the White Mountain National Forest. This sixth edition includes more than 200 hiking...

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the Appalachian Long Distance Hikers Association collaborate each year on a guide designed for potential thru-hikers who want the basic information for a five- to six-month trek in the woods, at a reasonable price,...

For day-hikers and backpackers alike, AMC's White Mountain Guide has remained the most trusted and indispensable resource for 115 years. This 31st edition has been updated and revised with turn-by-turn descriptions of more than 500 trails, as well as...

Explore the full length of the rugged coast of Maine in 50 hikes, enjoying classic views, historical lighthouses, and abundant natural beauty. Walk through century-old stands of white pine in Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park. Trek Portland's finest...

Identify wild berries and fruits in eastern North America with this pocket-size guide. If you’re fascinated by native plants or the practice of foraging, then learning to identify berries and fruits is essential. While this is not a guide to edible...

Identify trees east of the Rocky Mountains - across most of the United States and Canada - with this pocket-size guide. You can appreciate and enjoy beautiful native trees, plus some widely planted non-native trees, of eastern North America. If...

The ancient art of animal tracking can lead us deeper into the lives of animals - and sometimes right to the animals themselves. Every track and sign tells a story and brims with intrigue, so it’s helpful to get to know the animals behind the...

Located 60 country miles from Interstate 95, Carrabassett Valley, Maine doesn’t look like a classic rural New England town. Only a handful of buildings pre-date 1950. Settlement is concentrated in two areas separated by six woodsy miles: The...

Make tree identification simple, informative, and productive with the field guide by award-winning author and naturalist Stan Tekiela. There's no need to look through dozens of photos of trees that don’t grow in New England. Learn about 117 species...

With complete coverage of the trails in the Carter Range and Evans Notch area, including the Caribou-Speckled Mountain Wilderness, Echo Lake State Park, and Green Hills Preserve on one side, and detailed coverage of the Mahoosucs and the North Country on...

Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the most significant guidebook ever published. Born from the handwritten climbing tips of early volunteers of the Seattle-based Mountaineers organization, this fundamental how-to manual has inspired emerging...

Discover the fascinating world under your feet in Minerals and Rocks. Written by a top mineralogist, this essential guidebook for young readers introduces key geological and scientific concepts and delves into the main features of minerals and rocks. The...

If an unexpected emergency or disaster hits, are you prepared to leave your home - fast? You will be if you follow the advice in this book. This book shows you how to create a self-contained disaster preparedness kit to help you survive your journey from...

Rekindle your connection with the earth as you craft your own herbal medicine with 75 delicious recipes and powerful healing remedies. Herbalists Rosalee de la Forêt and Emily Han expertly guide you through the benefits of two dozen of the most...

From choosing a destination and staying safe to what to cook and doing it on a budget, this guide provides fun advice for tent camping, car camping, and backpacking. Ever wanted to go camping, but had no idea where to start? Need to unplug, but not sure...

Taking on one of New Hampshire’s 48 4,000 footers is becoming a pilgrimage for New Hampshire residents and its visitors. While more people than ever are hiking them, there’s still a dearth of good information about each mountain and its...

This new guide from the editor of AMC’s popular Maine Mountain Guide lets hikers explore the full length of the rugged coast of Maine. Between the century-old stands of white pine in Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park near Portland, and the...

This exquisitely detailed, full-color field guide provides the identification details and practical information needed to find and properly use many of the medicinal plants and wild plant foods that provide chemicals necessary for optimum health and...