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T R AC E - A -T R AC K ® : A n i m a l Tr a c k Templates. Acorn Naturalists. These reusable, durable, washable life-size templates can be

used for a wide range of activities. Create customized local track field guides, trace animal scenarios including predator/prey games, or track matching games. With help from the detailed information in the Tracker's Field Guide (listed below) you can use these to teach advanced tracking techniques. Each template features a front and back animal track (to make right or left tracks, simply flip the template over). Paint permanent tracks on any surface, or use with water-based paints or chalk to create washable, ever-changing track patterns in schoolyard or camp settings. Rinse template in soapy water to clean. Create fun track patterns on camper or student t-shirts by spraying fabric inks over the templates. Each set contains seven different species, with templates for both front and back tracks (for a total of 14 separate templates per set).HERBIVORE TRACE-A-TRACK® SET. This template collection includes deer, rabbit, mouse, squirrel, beaver, porcupine and woodchuck. T-22001. $19.95 set.OMNIVORE TRACE-A-TRACK® SET. This set features opossum, raccoon, rat, armadillo, javelina, skunk, and young black bear. #T-22002. $19.95 set.CARNIVORE TRACE-A-TRACK® SET. This collection includes fox, coyote, wolf, bobcat, cougar, badger, and weasel. #T-22003. $19.95 set.COLLECTION OF ALL THREE TRACE-A-TRACK® SETS. #T-22004. $59.85. $54.95 set of three.

ANIMAL TRACKS KNOWLEDGE CARDS. Use to teach tracking or to develop fun quiz games for your students. Learn how to tell a badger's track from a porcupine's along with dozens of others. Use both in the field and at home to fine-tune your skills. Educational fun for all, ages 9-adult. #G-50807. $9.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY K ITS®. Acorn Naturalists' Wildlife Discovery Kits feature hands-on resources that present close-up views

of North American animals. Designed for grades 2-6, each module contains a realistic puppet, natural history book, animal model, replicas of tracks, teeth, and claws, blackline masters, stickers, and activity guide. Engaging, thought-provoking investigations focus on each animal's adaptations and behaviors—key components for life science identified in the National Research Council's new Framework for K-12 Science Education. Turn your learning center or discovery corner into a natural history lab complete with working skull models, sleuthing activities, reading material, and art projects.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY K IT: COYOTE®. Acorn Naturalists. Features coyote puppet, rubber stamp, Our Wild World: Coyotes book,

track and mandible replicas, coyote model, coyote stickers, blackline masters, set of brads, and activity guide. #KIT-20149. $89.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY KIT: RACCOON®. Acorn Naturalists. Features raccoon puppet, rubber stamp, track and claw replicas, track

plaque, raccoon model, North American Wetlands stickers, Raccoons book, blackline masters, set of brads, and activity guide. #KIT-20150. $89.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY KIT: OWL®. Acorn Naturalists. Features barn owl puppet, great horned owl track replica, barn owl talon replica, model of

a barn owl, three owl pellets, forceps, bone chart, North American Forests stickers book, Owls book, blackline masters, set of brads, and activity guide. #KIT-20154. $89.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY KIT: BEAVER®. Acorn Naturalists. Features beaver puppet, track, claw, and mandible replicas, North American Wetlands

stickers, Life Cycle of a Beaver book, beaver model, blackline masters, and activity guide. #KIT-20151. $89.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY K IT: BOBCAT®. Acorn Naturalists. Features bobcat puppet, rubber stamp, track and claw replicas, bobcat

model, North American Forests stickers, Cats book, blackline masters, set of brads, and activity guide. #KIT-20153. $89.95.

WILDLIFE DISCOVERY KIT: BLACK BEAR®. Acorn Naturalists. Features black bear puppet, rubber stamp, track, claw, and grizzly mandible

replicas, bear model, Black Bear stickers, Our Wild World: Black Bear book, blackline masters, set of brads, and activity guide. #KIT-20152. $89.95.

T H E T R AC K E R ' S FI E LD G U I D E : A Comprehensive Manual for Animal Tra c k i n g . Lo we r y. Tr a c k i n g i nvo l ve s

u n d e r s t a n d i n g h o w a n animal uses its habitat, how it travels, where it feeds or hunts, how it breeds and raises its young, and how it survives. Author distills decades of intensive research and practical field experience into t his compre he nsive field guide to tracking North American mammals. Fully illustrated with hundreds of drawings, high-resolution photographs, and tips on track interpretation techniques. Tough, water-resistant cover for field use. #B-22170. $24.95.

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ANIMAL TRACK STAMPS. Use these high quality 2-1/2" square rubber track stamps to create tracks of different North American mammals. Many of these images are used in the well known Ampersand Press games we offer such as Into the Forest, Krill, The Bug Game, Onto the Desert, and Predator (see index of this catalog to locate these games). Use these stamps to expand or create habitat-specific versions of these popular games or to supplement your lessons on animal tracking. Each stamp is labeled and mounted on a sturdy, easy to grip wooden block base. $6.95 each.

TRACK SCARVES. Take these wearable field guides with you on your next outdoor adventure! These 21" scarves feature 14 tracks

representing the major mammal families of North America, 2/3 life-size (bear, 1/2 life-size). Quick way to get everyone's attention on the trail, except that everyone will want to wear them! $9.95 each.

BEAR, BLACK. #T-13701. $21.95.BEAVER. #T-13700. $19.95.BOBCAT. #T-13703. $19.95.CAT, DOMESTIC. #T-19063. $19.95.COUGAR. #T-13708. $22.95.COYOTE. #T-13706. $19.95.CROW. #T-19062. $19.95.DEER, BLACKTAIL. #T-13702. $23.95.DUCK, MALLARD. #T-19068. $19.95.DOG, DOMESTIC. #T-19064. $19.95.

ANIMAL MOVEMENT STUDY KITS. Based on the study of tracks in the wild, these life-size laser-cut mylars are used to create the actual movement patterns of a variety of bird and mammal species, including specific walk and gait patterns. Each set also contains a natural history reference sheet that describes the animal's ecological status, habitat, body shape, behavior, and diet along with illustrations of different track patterns. Packaged in a reusable clear bag.

OWL, GREAT HORNED. #T-14103. $19.95. PORCUPINE. #T-14104. $21.95.RABBIT. #T-13705. $19.95.RACCOON. #T-13710. $19.95.RAT, WOOD. #T-19075. $19.95.SKUNK, STRIPED. #T-13713. $20.95.TURKEY, WILD. #T-19074. $22.95.VULTURE, TURKEY. #T-19073. $19.95.WOLF. #T-13714. $23.95.

TRACK PACK , An imal Tracks in Full Life Size. Gray. This convenient spiral-

bound 3" x 7" pocket guide features life-size renderings of 38 different common North American animal tracks. Also shows sets of tracks for pattern identification and includes range maps for all species shown. Lightweight—easily fits into your daypack. #FG-15354. $9.95 each. 12 or more, $8.95 each.

B IRD TRACK S AND SIGN. Elbroch, Marks. This comprehensive field guide will prove invaluable to naturalists, birders, and trackers who are often only given "bits and pieces" of a story. Full-color guide to bird tracks, trails, feathers, feeding signs and caches, pellets, nests, droppings, and skulls. Hone your skills as a naturalist, learning how to identify and interpret what birds leave behind. Many of the other tracking books have a section on bird tracks and sign, but this one is comprehensive, focusing exclusively on identifying bird tracks and sign. #B-10026. $36.95.

MAMMAL TRACKS & SIGN, A Guide to North American Species. Elbroch. This comprehensive guide contains more than 1000 color photographs of the tracks and sign left behind by North American mammals. Includes feeding signs, scat, burrows, tunnels, bedding areas, rubbings and remains. This guidebook also features 104 life-size tracks along with detailed line drawings, range maps and concise, descriptive text. Any hike outdoors will produce evidence of the presence of many different species. Key resource for wildlife enthusiasts and trackers. #MAM-12041. $46.95.

BEAR, BLACK , TRACK S. #T-14119.BEAR, GRIZZLY, TRACK . #T-14121.BISON TRACK . #T-14125.ELK TRACK . #T-14134.

MOOSE TRACK S. #T-14149.RACCOON TRACK S. #T-14162.WOLF TRACK . #T-14182. RACCOONWOLF

SET OF ALL SEVEN ANIMAL TRACK STAMPS. #T-20260. $48.65. $45.95.

MAG NETIC ANIMAL TRACK S. Features 63 dif ferent animal tracks, all carefully reproduced on 1" square magnets. Use to create predator and prey scenarios or to locate on a regional magnetic map where similar tracks have been found in the wild. Poss ib i l i t ies are endless! Educational f un for chi ldren ages 6 to adult . #T-10211. $14.95.

ANIMAL TRACK RUBBER S TA M P K IT. I n c lu d e s 18 dif ferent woodblock rubber stamps and two ink pads. These small stamps are perfect for many activities. Size makes them ideal for use in journals or artwork. Their accuracy makes them perfect for teaching about different track structures. Track s include raccoon, deer, rabbit, pig, cat, horse, frog, dog, mouse, gorilla, bird, beaver, squirrel, bear,

fox, tiger, human hand and foot. #KIT-11123. $17.50 each. 6 or more, $16.85 each.

ELK. #T-19065. $23.95. FOX, GRAY. #T-19067. $19.95.FOX, RED. #T-13711. $19.95. FROG, RED-LEGGED. #T-19066. $19.95.GOOSE, CANADA. #T-13704. $19.95.HERON, GREAT BLUE. #T-13707. $19.95.MOOSE. #T-19069. $29.95.MUSKRAT. #T-19070. $19.95.OPOSSUM. #T-13709. $20.95.OTTER, RIVER. #T-13712. $21.95.

BLACK . #T-12359.RED. #T-12360.BLUE. #T-12361.TURQUOISE. #T-12362.RAINBOW INK PAD. Red, blue and green child safe, washable inks on one pad, 3" x 2". #T-12367. $7.95.

COLORFUL INK PADS. Use with leaf replicas or rubber stamps. Approved by the FDA for children, these inks are washable and safe. To recharge, moisten with water. Pads measure 3" x 2". $3.95 each.

PURPLE. #T-12363.BROWN. #T-12364.GREEN. #T-12365.PINK . #T-12366.

ECRU (natural cotton color). #CL-2267.

RED. #CL-6481.

YELLOW. #CL-6482.

TURQUOISE. #CL-2272.

TEAL GREEN. #CL-6484.

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IN THE WOODS: Who's B een Here? George. Story of two children who find clues (i.e., a nest) telling them something happened earlier in the season. On the following page, a beautiful i l lustration portrays the animal as it occurred earlier (i.e., an oriole feeding its young). Captures the wonder of a hike in the woods. Ages 4-9. #B-7130. $7.95.

TRACK ING AND THE ART OF SEEING, How to Read Animal Tracks and Sign. Rezendes. Identify which animal left tracks, sign, scat, browse or claw marks. Recognize different types of animal trails, dens, shelters, and habitats. Learn about the subtle differences between similar marks as well as how to identify tracks under difficult conditions. This recently reprinted guide shows how to identify 50 North American mammals. Includes 300 glossy color photographs for both the beginning and seasoned tracker. #B-1152. $24.95.

WILD TRACKS! A Guide to Nature's Footprints. Arnosky. Intricately drawn prints from both wild and domestic animals, as well as large-scale paintings of the animals in their environment allow children to share the excitement of the ar t of tracking. Each page spread offers information on how to interpret the tracks of such animals as bighorn sheep, chipmunk, rabbit, bear, domestic animals, and even reptiles. Ages 7-11. #B-16691. $14.95 hardcover.

ANIMAL TRACK ING B ASICS. Young, Morgan. Successful tracking involves more than just identifying s c a t , t r a c k s o r o t h e r indicators. Studying how animals behave—how they find food, travel and rest—must also be factored into the tracking equation. Learn how to develop awareness of factors that are essential to successful tracking. Learn how to determine the age of

tracks and scat, map track patterns, and make casts. #B-15123. $19.95.

REGIONAL SCAT AND TRACK FIELD GUIDES. Halfpenny. These pocket-sized guides cover 70 species found in each region. Because these guides are regional, confusion with similar species is of ten avoided. They feature species-specific tracking tips, habitat cues and behavioral information. Detailed sketches of tracks and gait patterns and measurements for many amphibian, reptile, bird and mammal species. $9.95 each.ALASK A (& Yukon, British Columbia). #B-15266.DESERT SOUTHWEST. #B-9217.GREAT LAKES. #B-15206.GREAT PLAINS. #B-15208.MID-ATLANTIC. #B-15205.NORTHEAST. #B-10321.ROCK Y MOUNTAINS. #B-7131.PACIFIC COAST. #B-8454.SOUTHEAST. #B-10021.

LONE PINE TRACK ING GUIDES. These guides contain concise descriptions of tracks, combining detailed drawings of the front and back prints, stride patterns and other key identifying features of regional species. Over 50 of the most common animals appear in each guide. These guides are perfect for hikers, teachers, and parents, as well as a reference for children. Lightweight and compact (4-1/4" x 5-3/4"), they fit easily into your pocket or pack.

ALASK A. #B-9463. $9.95.ALBERTA. #B-15209. $9.95.APPALACHIANS. #B-17142. $9.95.ARIZONA AND NEW MEXICO. #B-9465. $8.95.ATLANTIC CANADA. #B-9464. $9.95. BRITISH COLUMBIA. #B-9466. $9.95.CAROLINAS. #B-11114. $6.95.FLORIDA, GEORGIA, ALABAMA. #B-10232. $9.95.GREAT LAKES. #B-9478. $9.95.GREAT PLAINS. #B-9755. $9.95.ILLINOIS. #B-10233. $9.95.INDIANA. #B-18051. $8.95.KENTUCK Y AND TENNESSEE. #B-11115. $9.95.MARYLAND, DELAWARE, VIRGINIA. #B-9754. $6.95.

MINNESOTA AND WISCONSIN. #B-9469. $9.95.MISSISSIPPI AND LOUISIANA. #B-11116. $6.95. MISSOURI AND ARK ANSAS. #B-11117. $6.95.NEW ENGLAND. #B-17141. $9.95. NEVADA AND THE GREAT BASIN. #B-11901. $6.95.NEW JERSEY. #B-11118. $6.95.NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA. #B-10235. $9.95.OHIO. #B-9756. $9.95.ONTARIO. #B-9471. $9.95.QUEBEC. #B-9472. $8.95.ROCKIES. #B-9479. $9.95.TEXAS. #B-9474. $9.95.WASHINGTON AND OREGON. #B-9475. $9.95. WESTERN CANADA. #B-9476. $8.95.

STORIES IN TRACK S AND SIGN, Reading the Clues Animals Leave Behind. Gibbons. First imagine what animal might have made a particular footprint or left fleece on a rock, or deposited telltale scat. Then turn the page to see an illustration overlaid on the photograph showing what animal made the sign, such as a bobcat balanced on a snow-covered log. Certain to delight readers of all ages, this book presents a unique perspective on how to read animal tracks and sign as they occur in the wild. #B-16681. $21.95.

PRACTICAL TRACKING. Elbroch, Liebenberg, Louw. Finding and identif ying tracks and sign of an animal's passing are only part of the ultimate goal for trackers. Many also want to follow the trail to reach the animal to observe or photograph it. This detailed guide, written by a trio of master trackers, covers what to look for to discern an animal's pathway, what information tracks and sign convey, and how to move through the wilderness to see the animal while avoiding dangerous encounters. #B-18050. $29.95.

TRACK ING AND READING SIGN, A Guide to Mastering the Original Forensic Science.

McDougall. This full-color book offers an introduction to the principles of tracking and reading sign by looking at tracks, prints, gaits, scats, scents, and animal behaviors. This comprehensive volume provides the reader with t r a c k i n g a n d s t a l k i n g t e c h n i q u e s f o r o ve r 20 common North American

mammals. Each profile lists basic characteristics, tracks, habitat, diet, behaviors, and common relatives. #B-18505. $18.95.

IN THE SNOW: Who's Been Here ? George. Wonder ful children's book on nature in winter. Captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that marks winter in the woods by following two children as they find clues that help them piece together the intriguing lives of woodland animals active in the winter. For children ages 4-9. #B-6802. $7.95.

WHO'S BEEN HERE, A Tale in Tracks. Hodgkins. Take a winter walk with rambunctious golden retriever, Willy. Of course he leaves his paw prints in the snow, but there are also other tracks that don't match his. Discover what animals they belong to—cat, gull, raccoon,

snowshoe hare, bear, moose, and skunk. Ages 5-9. #B-16680. $15.95 hardcover.

TRACKS AND SIGN OF INSECTS. Eiseman, Charney. The first-ever reference to the tracks and sign left by insects and other North American inver tebrates . Includes descriptions and almost 1,000 color photos of tracks, egg cases, nests, feeding signs, galls, webs, burrows, and signs of predation. Identif ication is made to the family level, sometimes to the genus or species. For outdoor educators, wildlife professionals, naturalists, and teachers. #FG-18052. $39.95.

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ANIMAL TRACK GUIDE. These waterproof plastic cards feature 22 di f ferent a n i m a l t r a c k s c o m m o n l y found in North America. Each tag measures just 1-1/4" x 4", all bound together with a ball chain. Cards fan out to allow for side-by-side comparisons of

similar tracks such as fox and coyote. Backside contains interesting facts about the animals' habitat, diet and size comparisons. Cards feature ruler marks and are very lightweight. #T-11113. $7.95.

WHOSE TRACK S ARE THESE? A Clue Book of Familiar Forest Animals. Nail. A fresh, serendipitous look at a woodland community for new trackers, ages 4-8. Perfect resource for generating a child's first image of hiking through the forest

looking for animal clues. #PRE-1818. $9.95.

ANIMAL TRACKS RUBBING PLATES. Creative way for children to learn about animals and their tracks. Includes deer, weasel, beaver, bobcat, rabbit, opossum, river otter, mountain lion, squirrel, skunk, raccoon, duck, turkey, timber wolf, dog, and cat. Each plate features two sizes of tracks plus the animal. Includes clear directions and ideas for expanding this art form into many projects and lessons. Plate size = 4" x 5". Ages 5 and up. #KIT-10077. $10.45.

LOCAL TRACK S OF NORTH AMERICA LAMINATED FOLD-OUT GUIDE. Opens to twelve 5" x 6" laminated

panels covering dozens of species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Features both line drawings `and photos of actual scat and tracks along with size information. Completely waterproof and lightweight for field use. Ideal for introducing students to the art and science of tracking in the field. #FG-15204. $8.95 each. 12 or more, $8.25 each.

AROUND THE POND: Who's Been Here? George. Story of two children who follow an old deer path around a pond in search of blueberries, but unexpectedly find a lot more. Each page shows the children investigating a clue, with the animal that left the clue shown on the following page. Book captures the d r a m a a n d e xc i te m e nt children feel when exploring outdoors. For ages 4-9. #B-7132. $17.95 hardcover.

ANIMAL TRACK WOODEN PLAQUE (LARGE). This 8½" x 11" laser-etched plaque is both informative and a work of art. Fifty-nine

different animal tracks are etched into a beautiful alderwood plaque. Crafted by California artisans. #R-60857. $39.95.

ANIMAL TRACK WOODEN PLAQUE (MEDIUM). Same tracks as included in the above plaque, only smaller size (plaque measures 7" x 7"). #R-60856. $22.95.

EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD THROUGH TRACKING: CARNIVORE CROSSROADS CLUE CARDS®. Acorn Naturalists. Use this set of nine 6" x 9" challenging tracking cards to naturally engage students in the

scientific method. Students learn to observe, form hypotheses, analyze data, predict, refine hypotheses, and develop conclusions. Cards are laid out one at a time, each presenting a connected but new sequence of tracks that provide new data for speculation. Animals presented in the Carnivore Crossroads Clue Cards include mountain lion, deer, bear, rabbit and crow.

Complete directions plus specific questions for elementary, middle, and high school students. #G-19185. $8.95/set; 12 or more sets, $7.95/set.

EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD THROUGH TRACKING: BACK YARD CLUE CARDS®. Acorn Naturalists. Similar to the very popular Carnivore Crossroads Clue Cards, the Backyard Clue Cards present a set of ten 6" x 9"

challenging tracking cards that engage students in the scientific method. Students learn to observe, form hypotheses, analyze data, predict, refine hypotheses, and develop conclusions. Cards are laid out one at a time, each card presenting a connected but new sequence of tracks that provide data for speculation. Animals presented in the Backyard Clue Card set include house cat, squirrel, dove, lizard, dog, skunk, opossum, raccoon, frog, rabbit,

ant, and mouse. Complete directions plus specific age-appropriate questions. #G-22171. $8.95/set;12 or more sets, $7.95/set.

EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD THROUGH TRACKING: SCHOOLYARD CLUE CARDS®. Acorn Naturalists. Similar to the very popular Carnivore Crossroads Clue Cards, the Schoolyard Clue Cards present a set of ten 6" x 9"

challenging tracking cards that engage students in the scientific method. Students learn to observe, form hypotheses, analyze data, predict, refine hypotheses, and develop conclusions. Cards are laid out one at a time, each presenting a connected but new sequence of tracks. Animals presented in the Schoolyard Clue Card set include sparrow, rabbit, snail, skunk, robin, squirrel, opossum, mouse, frog, raccoon, lizard, ant, gopher, and cat.

Complete directions plus specific questions for elementary, middle, and high school students. #G-22172. $8.95/set; 12 or more sets, $7.95/set.

CREATE-A-SCENE® HABITAT DIORAMA KITS. Dioramas provide a perfect, hands-on way to get students interested in ecology, habitats,

food chain relationships and animal tracking. Acorn Naturalists offers twelve creative habitat kits containing everything needed to build the habitat, or you can put together your own custom kits for your specific area using the attractive, sturdy wooden boxes shown below. These boxes also are perfect for organizing and storing track and scat replicas, fish for fishprinting, or collections of skull, claw and tooth replicas. Please see page 29 for a list of all available dioramas.

WOODEN SLIDE-TOP STORAGE BOX. Sturdy slide-top wooden box. Custom made in the US for Acorn Naturalists by a family-owned company

specializing in renewable wood products; all trim scrap is recycled. Box measures 11" wide x 9" deep x 6" tall. #T-22029. $17.95 each. 6 or more, $16.95 each.

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AU D U B O N B I R D C ALL . This is the original, tried and true Audubon call used by

generations of birders. Twisting the round handle creates a squeaking noise that brings curious birds into view. Easy to use— experiment with dif ferent pitches to bring birds closer. #T-18053. $7.95 each.12 or more, $7.45 each.

BIRD FEATHERS, A Guide to North American Species. Scott, McFarland. Includes over 400 photos of representative feathers from 379 species. Learn how to identify not only what bird a feather came from, but also what kind of feather it is. Includes range maps and wing type for each bird. Teaches how to use the characteristics of wing shapes and feather

morphology to identify feathers, not only by species but also by their place on the bird's body. Several types of feathers are included for each bird; each feather is labeled with its type and its size. A must for nature centers and outdoor educators. #FG-19126. $34.95.

B A S I C F E A T H E R T Y P E S D I S P L AY . Color ful, educational display depicts the three basic feather types (vaned, semi-plume and down) as well as vane, rachis and calamus sections of a vaned feather. Feathers are from domestic birds, set in a 6 ½" x 8 ½" x 4" glass-topped display case. #T-12814. $29.95.

MAMMAL TR ACK S AND SCAT, Life -Siz e Tracking Guide. Levine, Mitchell. REVISED EDITION. This handy waterproof field guide uses a novel three-step process to identify tracks and scat of 29 different animals t h a t a r e c o m m o n l y e n co u n t e r e d i n t h e field. First, a movement pattern is determined (walker, trotter, hopper, waddler or bounder). Then, the group is identified (i.e., rodent or cat family) and, finally the species is pinpointed using clues under the heading "species differences." For scat, a shape is identified (round or cylinder). Then the categories are divided into more detailed shapes for easy identification in the field. #B-16279. $19.95.

SUPER EAR, Personal Sound Enhancer. What binoculars do for vision, this product does for listening. Produces an adjustable 50 decibel gain on sounds picked up from its multi-element high sensitivity microphone. With only a single AAA battery, this lightweight device produces amazing results. Use to amplify bird sounds (can be clipped to binoculars), feeder sounds, or frogs at night. Comes with stereo headphones, clip and Velcro® attachment, AAA battery, and instructions. Includes one year warranty. #T-8614. $34.95 each.

A GUIDE TO WILDLIFE SOUNDS (guidebook and CD). Elliott. Features the sounds of 100 mammals,

birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects found east of the Great Plains. One-hour long CD is accompanied by a 112 page guide that features full- color photographs of each species plus information on range, habitat, and behavior. From the howl of the timber wolf to the chatter of cicadas, a chorus of songs, calls, buzzes, rattles,

and other natural sounds. #CD-13054. $24.95.

QUALITY LANYARDS FOR HOLDING CALLS. Reasonable, fade-resistant lanyards that will not absorb water or unravel. Comfortable around the neck, these high quality lanyards come in two styles—single or double.

SINGLE LANYARD. #CALL-7127. $3.95.

DOUBLE LANYARD. #CALL-7128. $4.95.

THE SONGS OF WILD B IRDS. Elliott. Unique introduction to the voices of more than 50 North American

species including songbirds, owls, waterbirds, and many species that are more often heard than seen. Outstanding photographs of singing birds are accompanied by memory p h r a s e s a n d s o n o g r a m s that provide phonic clues to

identification. Book includes a 65 minute audio CD with all of the songs and calls, narrated by the author. Wonderful resource for birders, hikers, or individuals who simply enjoy spending time outdoors. #BIRD-15272. $19.95.

OWL CALL. This call perfectly replicates the call of the barred owl, among others. Complete directions included. #CALL-19193. $11.95.

HAWK CALL. Produces piercing hawk cry. Will bring circling hawks closer or cause quail or other small birds to remain under cover. #CALL-19194. $11.95.

DUCK CALL. One of the first calls developed, duck calls still work, bringing birds close for observation or photography. #CALL-16308. $12.95.

CANADA GOOSE CALL. Large , booming call perfectly reproduces the full range of "honker" sounds. #CALL-19195. $12.95.

QUAIL CALL. In addition to quail, this sturdy wooden call will also attract related species such as chukar as well as hawks. #CALL-2659. $12.95.

PHEASANT CALL. Produces the raucous cackle of the male pheasant and the assembly clucks that bring a flock together. #CALL- 4043. $12.95.

CROW CALL. With a minimum amount of practice, you can produce the full range of crow sounds, including the boisterous crow riot call. #CALL-18241. $11.95.

TURKEY CALL. Classic box turkey call that worked for decades to attract the attention of wild turkeys. One of the easiest, yet most effective calls ever made. #CALL-18242. $39.95.

SQUIRREL BARK CALL. Produces bark sounds that excite squirrels into chatter. This call simulates the gray squirrel screech sound. #CALL-2654. $12.95.

COYOTE CALL. Produces yips, barks, whines, and pup sounds as well as low to high pitched howls. Unique "howling horn" style gives a loud, rich sound with minimal effort. Similar to any musical instrument, this call takes some time to master, but once you do, the result is incredible. #CALL-18243. $21.95.

DEER CALL. This "communication call" brings deer in for close-up viewing and photography. Equally effective in open country, thick brush, or mixed terrain. #CALL- 4049. $12.95.

TRACKING BINGO GAME. Traditional bingo-style game with a tracking twist! Learn about the animal track shapes and strides of 27 common North American birds and mammals. Small group version includes 8 track ing game cards,

27 calling cards, green plastic marking chips, game instructions, and general animal tracking information. Large group version includes 30 game cards and additional green marking chips. SMALL GROUP KIT (8). #KIT-19175. $14.95.LARGE GROUP KIT (30). #KIT-19176. $24.95.

ANIMALS DON'T COVER THEIR TRACK S, An Introduction to Animal Tracks and Sign (CD-ROM). Cabrera. Features over 100 species of North American animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Also contains sections on search and rescue tracking along with mystery tracks and track stories that test your tracking skills. Printable animal track guide can be taken into the field. Detailed instructions are given for making plaster casts and other tracking activities. Includes photos and drawings of animal tracks plus sound and video clips. #CD-13443. $16.95.

PR O FE SS I O N A L A N I M A L C A L L S . Authentic-sounding calls can be used to bring wildlife closer for photography or identification

purposes. The calls we offer are the best available, but don't expect to imitate the natural sounds perfectly the first time you try! The best way to learn is to head into the field and start practicing, listening to tapes or mimicking the species themselves. Note: the directions that come with these calls sometimes contain references to hunting strategies, but the methods described are equally effective for bringing birds and mammals in close for photography or animal behavior studies.

ANIMAL TRACKS (Pocket Naturalist Laminated Field Guide). Lightweight, laminated, waterproof

format makes this guide perfect for field use. Designed for beginners, the information is presented logically based on what the viewer is most likely to observe. Compact 4" x 8" size opens out to 8" x 22". Color pictures and information are located on both sides of the card. Useful and durable introductory guide for all ages and abilities. #FG-12237. $6.95.

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