Where were you on May 18, 1980, when Mount St. Helens erupted? Author Rob Carson's essays, accompanied by incredible photos, outline the events leading up to and following the eruption, with a special
Opening with the view of an idealistic young doctor entering her first post-graduate job, The House of Hope and Fear explores not only the personal journey of one doctor's life and career but also the
We all have an outdoor enthusiast in our lives, and what better gift to give them than flexibility? Even in a small tent, atop a sleeping bag, these handy moves help loosen muscles and provide strengt
Early on in Farming 101, Lynda Browning admits that she’s not a farmer. She’s not even a farmer’s wife. She’s a farmer’s girlfriend. With that tentative start, she and h
An illustrated guide to slugs and snails, this book serves as a field guide to the friendly slimy creatures. Covering everything from snail sex to the importance of slugs in the ecosystem, author Dav
For parents traveling to Portland or residents looking for new things to do, this indispensable guide features hundreds of opportunities the whole family can enjoy. The emphasis here is on activities
With its stunning natural setting and wealth of attractions from Pike’s Place Market to the Space Needle, Seattle is an irresistible pick for families. This handy guide, fully updated and revis
You don’t need to venture far outside the city to find the serene wonders of the natural world. This is a newly expanded and updated third edition of this indispensable guide to more than 100 w
From the editor of Seattle Bride — and one of the Northwest's up-and-coming cooks and food writers — comes a cookbook for newlyweds that aims to help couples forge good cooking habits tha
Alaska has amazing seafood — wild salmon, halibut, and black cod — and the unique native technique of grilling with flavorful wood planks. Vancouver transforms irresistible East Indian di
It’s been hijacked by the right and abandoned by the left, but the principles of true patriotism — country above self, responsible stewardship, equality, shared sacrifice and service R
Alaska’s out-of-this-world ingredients (like King crab and Copper River salmon) combined with creative chefs makes for adventurous and sophisticated eating. While Alaska is known for its world-
Internationally acclaimed nature and wildlife photographer Art Wolfe has long had a love affair with California. Along its coastline he finds iconic vistas and light playing upon water in ways that cr
The farm-to-table movement is flourishing. Farmers markets and greenmarkets are popping up in cities and neighborhoods across the country. Shoppers are no longer restricted to the same 30 items in th
How to Cook the Perfect Day is filled with beautiful images and simple recipes with head notes that inspire dreams of the perfect day, including a picnic rendezvous, afternoon tea, and a midnight snac
Uh-oh, it’s a girl. For new fathers, understanding the world of girls can be puzzling — what with their obsessions for fairies, mermaids, glitter and pink, ballerinas, and, well, tea part
This is a doodling book for children ages 6-10 filled with pictures they can complete, color, and create, as well as simple find the hidden word” puzzles, mazes, and crossword puzzles. Th
Delve deeper into Portland with the latest guide in the GrassRoutes series. Go ahead . . . taste that Vietnamese-French sandwich, or get out and help weed gardens in a public P-patch and meet some lo
Flying Apron Bakery has become famous for serving up tasty and delicious baked goods to those with celiac disease and for others on a gluten-free diet. Because the foods are so tasty, many gluten eat
In this irresistibly cute journal, dog owners can record all those special moments from their pet’s puppyhood. There’s space for important data such as shots received, allergies, and othe
Wild salmon. Scallops. Black cod. Albacore tuna. These are some of the good fish. Yet making smart seafood choices has never been more confusing or more vitally important for our planet and our healt
In more than 100 historic photographs, this book captures the remarkable story of this vast and complex state. An elderly Inupiat woman is clearly pleased with her long line of drying fish fillets on
Equally useful for novice hikers and veterans with hundreds of miles on their boots, this new edition profiles 60 of the most appealing day-hike trails in the North Cascades. Organized by major highwa
The Creaky Knees Guide Oregon is a day-hiking guidebook filled with kinder, gentler trails. Written in a style that will appeal to aging boomers and anyone who, regardless of age, can't or doesn't wan
For those who want to spend their days in the mountains and their nights back at home, whether newbie or seasoned veteran with hundreds of boot-miles logged, this book showcases Mount Rainier’s most i
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, is one of nature's wonders and a major attraction for those lucky enough to view it. For those who can't, this book makes a wonderful introduction to this cur
Men. And women. Dogs. The thrill of extreme adventure... the agony of extreme defeat. These are the elements that make up the famous annual Iditarod Sled Dog Race from Anchorage to Nome. Now, just in
