Plan your landscape or garden with more than 100 native plants that benefit birds, bees, and butterflies in Northern California.

The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts them and, more importantly, helps them thrive. Professional nature photographer and botanist George Oxford Miller provides all the information you need in this must-have guide for Northern California. Learn how to landscape and create pollinator gardens with native plants.

The book begins with an in-depth introduction to native pollinators and to birds. It’s followed by a “field guide” section to more than 100 native plants that are widely available to utilize, are easy to care for, and provide great benefit to birds, bees, and butterflies. The species are organized by level of sunlight needed and then by plant types. Each species includes full-color photographs and information about hardiness zones, what they are most likely to attract, soil requirements, light levels, and George’s notes. As an added bonus, you’ll make use of blooming charts, tips on attracting specific species, and more! Plus, the invaluable garden plans and projects show you just what to do and can be customized to suit your own specific interests.

Plan, plant, and grow your beautiful garden, with native plants that benefit your favorite creatures to watch and enjoy.

Play cards and learn about raptors!

Anyone who enjoys birds and nature will love these cards for playing your favorite games or to use as flash cards. Based on the top-selling Birds of Prey field guides by Stan Tekiela, this gorgeous deck features full-color photographs of 54 different species—including hawks, eagles, falcons, kites, vultures, and owls. Play your favorite card games while learning to identify raptors. The deck is a fun and thoughtful gift.

Pumpkin lovers, this is your year-round kitchen companion!

Discover 100 delicious, sweet, and savory recipes that bring the rich flavor of pumpkin to every meal—from cozy breakfasts and hearty dinners to irresistible baked treats and desserts.

Pumpkin is one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen. While it’s often associated with autumn traditions, this flavorful winter squash can be used year-round in everything from soups and dinners to baked goods and desserts. The Classic Pumpkin Cookbook gathers 100 tried-and-true recipes from AdventureKEEN’s trusted cookbook collection, featuring fantastic dishes created by 11 authors. These carefully selected recipes highlight the many ways pumpkin can shine in everyday cooking, as well as special occasions.

Start the morning with favorites like Julia’s Pumpkin Waffles. Enjoy comforting dishes such as Turkey-and-Winter-Squash Pot Pie. Snack on Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, and finish the meal with irresistible desserts like Frosted Pumpkin Cupcakes or one of the many pumpkin pie variations.

Whether you're baking a weekend treat, preparing a favorite dinner, or making desserts to share with family and friends, The Classic Pumpkin Cookbook brings the beloved pumpkin flavor to your table whenever the craving strikes.

Inside you’ll find:

• 100 pumpkin recipes for breakfast, soups, main dishes, snacks, and desserts
• More than a dozen pumpkin pie variations along with cakes, cookies, bars, and cheesecakes
• Savory favorites like soups, casseroles, chili, and hearty seasonal meals
• Breads, muffins, and other baked goods
• Recipes collected from AdventureKEEN’s popular cookbook catalog

Read the fascinating accounts of more than 30 sensational crimes that occurred in Minnesota between 1859 and modern times.

A bank robbery gone wrong, a murder for hire, the kidnappings of two beer barons—sometimes the truth is stranger, more shocking, and more compelling than any fictional story. When it comes to the history of crime in Minnesota, this is certainly the case. Learn about the most infamous true crimes in the history of the Land of 10,000 Lakes, dating back to 1859. This updated edition of Famous Crimes of Minnesota chronicles more than 30 sensational cases that range from robberies and kidnapping to murder.

Written by renowned historian and biographer Michael Burgan, the book examines history’s unlawful acts that rocked Minnesota and often grabbed headlines across the country. Famous Crimes of Minnesota presents startling details about outlaws, gangsters, and thugs, along with the everyday heroes who stopped them. Photographs and sidebars supplement the accounts of these shocking events.

Fans of the true crime genre and history buffs will appreciate this thorough collection. Michael’s ability to present the facts of each case with flair and his knack for storytelling make it a gripping read. You’ll want to keep this book on the coffee table at home and at the cabin; it’s sure to elicit plenty of fascinating conversations. These are real crimes, real people, and it all happened in Minnesota!

Book Features:

• 30 sensational crimes from throughout the state
• Startling details about outlaws, gangsters, and heroes
• Infamous lawbreakers like Bonnie & Clyde, the James-Younger gang, and John Dillinger
• Crimes from 1859 through modern times
• Photographs and sidebars to supplement each shocking account

Learn about making amends in this heartwarming children’s picture book about a blue jay who eats too many sunflower seeds!

Horatio is a proud blue jay who loves to show off, but his aerial acrobatics make him hungry. When he spots a group of animals eating from a field of sunflowers, he decides to join them. The generous flowers happily offer Horatio some of their seeds, so Horatio eats and eats and eats. He doesn’t stop until just one sunflower seed remains. What will Horatio find when he returns to the field next year? How will he make amends for the harm he has caused?

Written by Lucas Alberg, More Seeds, Please! provides valuable life lessons about greed, selfishness, sharing, and making amends. The powerful message of conservation is brought to life by the highly stylized, playful illustrations of Megan Marie Myers. This picture book is entertaining and educational, and it’s sure to spark plenty of worthwhile conversations.

Book Features

• Touching story of a bird who learns about actions and consequences
• Beautiful, unique illustrations
• Educational content about sunflowers and pollination
• Bonus: Conservation projects for the family or classroom

Identify your catch with the definitive field guide to nearly 1,200 freshwater fish of the United States and Canada.

Freshwater fishing is a perfect outdoor activity for all ages and skill levels. There’s a whole world to discover beneath the surface of North America’s lakes, rivers, and streams. Whether you're casting for bass, spotting an unfamiliar species, or simply exploring aquatic life, the Freshwater Fish of North America Field Guide by Dave Bosanko and Dan Johnson is the ultimate guide to the fish you’ll find. When you’re not sure what you reeled in, pull this handy guide out of your tackle box and narrow your choices by family (based on visual characteristics). Then identify your prize with the intricately detailed fish illustrations. Further verify the type of fish using the “Similar Species” comparisons.

Book Features:

• Detailed information about nearly 1,200 species
• Professional illustrations—perfect for fish identification
• Helpful facts about habitat preferences, feeding behavior, and reproduction
• Expert fishing tips, including recommended baits and techniques for dozens of species
• Bonus content on fish anatomy, invasive species, and responsible angling practices

This authoritative guide blends scientific detail with practical advice, making it perfect for anglers, educators, and nature lovers. Learn how fish navigate their underwater environments and discover new techniques to improve your success on the water.