Birding Western Massachusetts features over 26 great birding locations in Western Massachusetts. Every site has been chosen either for diversity and volume of bird life, or for its unique and rare birds. All sites are easily accessible and open to the public year-round. Whether you are an avid birder looking for specific birds, or a casual nature enthusiast with an interest in seeing different kinds of birds, this guide will provide you with everything you need to make every birding experience a success. 
Author Robert tougias presents a "habitat" approach to birding, showing how to use the awareness of habitat to find birds. With mountains, meadows, rivers, and reservoirs, a wide variety of habitats exists in western Massachusetts--from sub-alpine conditions to pitch pine scrubland. Within each habitat, a unique set of birds can be found. And what a variety! There are over 100 different birds nesting in western Massachusetts, and as many as 300 different birds are recorded annually through the seasons. Few people realize the ideal situation of such a large variety of birds, together with a large number of easily accessible places in which to view them. It is a winning combination for every birder at every level to enjoy. This guide allows you to seize this opportunity in an easy, userfriendly way. 
Birding Western Massachusetts is written in a readable style that motivates the reader and helps ensure a productive birding day afield. It describes precise locations and seasons where rare and abundant species may be found. By carefully selecting the sites, you have the opportunity to see everything from eagles to songbirds to rare owls, shorebirds, and waterfowl. Also revealed are the best sites and times for viewing the numerous southern and northern species that migrate regularly through this region. The challenge of finding and identifying birds is made easier with trail maps, site directions, illustrations (by the author), information on bird identification and birding techniques, as well as the unique Quick Locator Reference, enabling you to quickly find the best sites for any bird. This guide will soon make better birders out of each reader.

Birding Western Massachusetts: A Habitat Guide to 26 Great Birding Sites from the Berkshires to the Quabbin

Science & Math

Tougias, Robert

Nature & Ecology

New England Cartographics, Inc

This popular guide, now in its 3rd edition, describes 30 of the best areas to hike in one of the most beautiful regions of Western Massachusetts. Since its first publication in 1991 (over 18,000 copies in print), Hiking the Pioneer Valley has been relied upon by both long-time residents and visitors alike as the best guidebook available for exploring the beauty and natural resources of this region. Together, the 30 hikes represent the best selections from the wide variety of scenery, terrain, and hiking challenges that the 'Valley' has to offer. Each hike described here includes detailed maps and trail directions, along with local history and geological facts that provide the background necessary for a better appreciation of the hiking experience. Also included is common sense advice on equipment, safety, and weather, plus a detailed list of local hiking organizations, land trusts, and where to obtain additional maps.

Hiking the Pioneer Valley

Sports & Outdoors

Scofield, Bruce

Hiking & Camping

Hiking the SuAsCo Watershed is the only comprehensive guidebook for exploring the woods and waters of the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers, a scenic and historic region located 30 minutes west of the city of Boston, MA. Author and photographer Jill Phelps-Kern provides hikers, walkers and nature enthusiasts with many opportunities to enjoy and appreciate the natural beauty of this unique watershed area. A total of thirty hikes are outlined here; together they represent a variety of scenery, terrain and hiking challenges. Each hike description includes detailed maps, trail directions, photographs, and inspired commentary. Whether you're an experienced day-hiker, a casual walker with children, or a nature lover who simply seeks the peace of the outdoors, this guidebook contains everything you need to know to start exploring this area.

Hiking the SuAsCo Watershed: Exploring the Woods and Waters of the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers

Jill Phelps Kern

Waterfalls of Massachusetts features 55 great locations for viewing waterfalls: all of them chosen for their beauty and easy accessibility. Each waterfall site described here includes driving directions, detailed maps, trail notes, and an attractive photograph. The waterfalls are arranged by region--the Berkshires, Connecticut River Valley, central Massachusetts, and the greater Boston metro area. Within each region, they are arranged in groups near to each other so that the reader can more easily plan to visit several waterfalls during one trip.Also included in this useful guide is advice on hiking safety, equipment, and photography, along with geologic and historical information that provides the background necessary for a better appreciation of these natural scenic wonders. In addition, there is a detailed list of hiking organizations, land trusts, and sources for maps.

Waterfalls of Massachusetts: An Explorer's Guide to 55 Natural Scenic Wonders

Jr., Joseph Bushee

Earth Sciences

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