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Columbia River Treaty; Riverkeepers; Tribal sovereignty; Tribal water rights; Rights of nature; Columbia watershed; anadromous fish; Columbia fisheries; agricultural effects Columbia basin; mouth of Columbia; Sinixt people; Grand Coulee Dam; Middle Fork Salmon River; Ktunaxa

"The story of the often unheralded and unrecognized stars of climbing in the Himalaya and the Karakoram: the local inhabitants of the mountainous regions of Pakistan, Tibet, India, and Nepal who have been support staff--porters, cooks, sirdars, and unacknowledged guides--for Western climbers for generations. Alpine Rising focuses on the experiences and accomplishments of these Sherpas, Baltis, Ladakhis, Hunzas, Astoris, Magars, Bhotias, Rais, and Gurangs. Highlighted climbers range from Raghubir Thapa and Goman Singh who climbed with Albert Mummery in 1895, Ang Tharkay who climbed with Eric Shipton and Maurice Herzog, and Tenzing Norgay who, along with Edmund Hillary, was the first to summit Everest, to today's superstars, Ali Sadpara, Mingma G, Kama Rita, and others"--

"Medicinal Plants of the Pacific Northwest is ideal for both beginner and more experienced foragers who are looking to identify, harvest, and prepare natural medicines with wild plants. Expert forager and herbalist Natalie Hammerquist developed this guide based on her many years of teaching classes and workshops, incorporating detailed visuals to assist in plant identification and the preparation of herbal remedies. The guide offers detailed identification for 35 of the most common medicinal plants, explains how and when to harvest, how to process and preserve plant material, and which toxic and poisonous plants to watch out for. Step-by-step recipes guide readers in making such remedies as Cottonwood Bud Throat Spray, Nettle Seed Salt, and Spruce Tip Oxymel while also offering insights on effective dosing and how to select the right herbal remedy. Materials lists and a comprehensive seasonal harvest chart round out this essential guide"--

Explore the Salish Sea with this expanded and fully updated edition of Kayaking Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands--and now in full color!

"A lyrical memoir about wilderness, cultural connections, and gritty adventure across northern Alaska"--

"Lessons of connection, alliance, and adaptation from encounters with and observations of a wide variety of animals"--

"A culturally rich, evocative narrative about the historic emergence of Darjeeling's Sherpa climbing community"--

"Barry Lopez was not only a writer, but also a traveler, visionary, and someone with a deep love for humanity and the natural world. Going to See illuminates how the stories he shared with us were like stones in a pond, sending ripples throughout not just a world of readers, but also a network of writers. Here, 30 of those writers reflect on Lopez's tremendous influence on their work and their lives. From stories of intimate conversations with Lopez to insightful examinations of his writing and outdoor experiences, to deeply heartfelt tributes about his generosity of spirit, what emerges is a many-sided portrait of Lopez, as co-editor James Perrin Warren writes. It's also a celebration of the fellowship of writers that Lopez helped create, writers who are committed to serving the natural world, human and nonhuman communities and the planet we all share"--

Explore 115 boot-tested hikes in the spectacular Columbia River Gorge!

"A Forest of Your Own is based on the principle of ecological forestry-recognizing that a forest is not a "wood factory," but rather a whole system that has been entrusted to human stewards. In this comprehensive how-to manual, authors Kirk Hanson and Seth Zuckerman explore all aspects of forest ownership-everything from how to evaluate a piece of land before you buy it through creating-and implementing--long-term management plans that may include establishing and protecting new stands of trees, harvesting mushrooms and medicinal plants as well as wood, and protecting your forests far into the future"--

The Outdoor Leader offers guidance, mentorship, and a roadmap for educators, guides, volunteers, and all outdoor enthusiasts dedicated to fostering a vibrant community

Jim Donini's groundbreaking journey to the top: tragedy, redemption, and a Patagonian peak at age 74

A thoroughly researched guide by long-distance hikers for long-distance hikers

Indispensable handbook of mileages between features and facilities on the A.T.

Modern guide offers best practices essentials for climbing self-rescue

'Like a chorus of 'yes' to a world that has said 'no' once too often, these voices are defiant, joyous, vulnerable, unapologetic, badass, and simply gorgeous." -- from the foreword by Carolyn Finney

The definitive biography of one of America's most influential climbers, from a hardscrabble youth to the heights of Yosemite and beyond

Return of the Bison is the story of how this symbol of the American West was once almost lost to history and of the continuing journey to bring bison back from the brink. Author and naturalist Roger Di Silvestro explores the complex history of the bison's decimation and how a rising awareness of their possible extinction formed the roots of many modern wildlife conservation approaches. Weaving in natural history and fascinating historical context featuring personalities such as Teddy Roosevelt, George Bird Grinnell, and William T. Hornaday, Di Silvestro traces the decades it took to begin to save the bison, often with little hope and plagued by discouraging setbacks. Di Silvestro explores the key role in the story of America's Indigenous people, whose fate was intertwined with the bison's and whose conservation work is important not only for the animal's recovery but also for their own cultural renewal.

"How do we reconcile our love of outdoor adventure with the inevitability of loss in high-risk sports? Still in his thirties, Graham Zimmerman has made first ascents from Alaska to Pakistan, and in 2020 he received the Piolet d'Or for his climb on Pakistan's Link Sar with Steve Swenson. A sponsored athlete who is sought out as a climbing partner, Zimmerman knows that he must find a balance between his ambitions as an alpinist and his social responsibilities--as a husband, climate advocate, and community leader. His generation has faced devastating grief in the mountains, including the deaths of Kyle Dempster, Hayden Kennedy, and Inge Perkins, and his cohort has witnessed firsthand the effects of climate change in the form of disappearing glaciers and increasingly erratic weather. Zimmerman writes of the exhilaration he feels while climbing but also the painful realization that summiting at all costs is an outdated model.

One-of-a-kind, comprehensive atlas of America's waterfalls

An engaging, fact-filled, and beautifully illustrated guide to a forest's life cycle

A unique, intimate, and artistic approach to conserve and support animals on the wing!

"Urban Trails: Salt Lake City will get residents and visitors alike outside on more than 40 routes in the beautiful parks, canyons, and mountains in and around this fast-growing city. Whether readers are looking to walk, run, or hike, this full-color guide offers a wide range of options from short, easy jaunts to more challenging all-day hikes. From the network of preserves and parks close-in to the more rugged canyons and majestic Wasatch peaks just outside the city, readers will find a plethora of choices for enjoying all that the area has to offer. This accessible guidebook includes: Detailed trailhead directions that include public transportation options whenever available A guide to 24 of the area's wildflowers and flowering shrubs and trees Amenities for each destination such as restrooms, picnic facilities, playgrounds, and more Trail distance, high point, elevation gain, and other details Info for families with kids, dog owners, and winter trail users"--

A lyrical natural history of the Olympic Peninsula's intricate watersheds, forests, and coasts, as well as its cultural significance

A colorful, history-packed outdoor travel guide to more than 90 outlaw trail destinations throughout the West

"A comprehensive climbing history and guidebook to the entire Teton Range in Wyoming. Completely updated with new climbs plus a new section on the Grand Traverse"--