The Northwest Coastal Explorer: Your Guide to the Places, Plants, and Animals of the Pacific Coast. This item is unavailable.The Northwest Coastal Explorer: Your Guide to the Places, Plants, and Animals of the Pacific Coast

&;Part field guide, part travel guide, Steelquist writes with the authoritative voice of that friend you want next to you on the trail or in the dunes&;the one who knows just where to go for a weekend getaway and what to pack for the Pacific Northwest&;s unpredictable weather.&; &;Portland Monthly

Millions of visitors explore the magnificent coastline of the Pacific Northwest and all that it provides&;unique plant life, easy-to-find animals, and magical places. The Northwest Coastal Explorer is a fun, engaging, lushly-illustrated guide to the marine life of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. Profiles of the flora and fauna include tips on where and how to find them&;like the ochre sea stars commonly discovered on exposed rocks and the olive snails found on sandy beaches&;while the included getaway guide highlights the best weekend trips for each area.

The Pacific Northwest coast is one of the most spectacular corners of the planet. Its magnificent terrain, unique plants, and abundant wildlife make it an explorer&;s paradise. Author and local expert Robert Steelquist knows every nook and cranny, and is right by your side, pointing out the natural wonders casual visitors often miss. Weekend trip suggestions target the best of coastal Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. The Northwest Coastal Explorer is a treasury of experiences to delight every seaside adventurer.