Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Philadelphia by Mike Weilb

Description: Wild Philly by Mike Weilbacher A vibrant, informative guide to the unexpected nature found in and around Philadelphia and the surrounding area. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A vibrant, family-friendly guide to the unexpected nature found in and around Philadelphia. Philadelphia may seem like a concrete jungle, but in reality, its full of amazing wildlife. You just need to know where to find it! Equal parts natural history, field guide, and trip planner, Wild Philly has something for everyone. This handy yet extensive guide looks at the factors that shape local nature and profiles over 100 local species, from beautiful flowers and towering trees to majestic birds and surprising city-dwellers like coyotes and red foxes. Also included are descriptions of day trips that help you explore natural wonders on hiking trails, in public parks, and in your own backyard. Author Biography Mike Weilbacher is the executive director of the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education in Philadelphia, the region s largest and oldest nature center. An environmental educator with 40 years of experience teaching through nature walks, lectures, newspaper essays, theatrical performances, and radio. Since 1988, he has appeared as Mike the All-Natural Science Guy on an award-winning live children s radio show, talking to children about nature and the environment. Mike has been a keynote speaker at state and national education conferences, speaking before groups like the National Science Teachers Association, the Pennsylvania Association for Environmental Educators, the National Association of Interpretation, and the Association of Nature Center Administrators. Review "Lushly illustrated, Wild Philly provides tons of background on the wild nature of the Philly region, plus mini-biographies of 101 local plants and animals, 25 field trips in the region to see the best of nature, and four extra-credit trips outside the area."--Broad Street Review"Wild Philly will help you to discover new things about the animal and plant life throughout the region."--Broad Street Books"This guidebook by Mike Weilbacher includes the regions natural history, 101 species to know, and 19 field trips in the city, surrounding suburbs, and South Jersey."--Philadelphia Inquirer Details ISBN1643261045 Short Title Wild Philly Language English ISBN-10 1643261045 ISBN-13 9781643261041 Format Paperback Subtitle Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Philadelphia Imprint Timber Press Year 2023 Pages 368 Series Wild Author Mike Weilbacher Publication Date 2023-02-28 UK Release Date 2023-02-28 US Release Date 2023-02-28 Publisher Workman Publishing Country of Publication United States DEWEY 508.74811 Illustrations 250 color photos and 25 maps Audience General AU Release Date 2023-02-27 NZ Release Date 2023-02-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:143191995;

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