
River Basins of the American West
Examining water issues through the lens of major Western U.S. watersheds, River Basins of the American West explores why water has been, and remains, the...

Place Matters
Although the ocean provides living space for about 97% of life on Earth, less than 5% of the ocean below the surface has actually been...

The Prairie Keepers
In the remote northeast corner of Oregon lies the ruggedly beautiful Zumwalt Prairie, one of the last native prairies in the United States. A wild...

Water in the West
Water in the West offers a lively primer on the region's most precious and scarce resource. It collects the best reporting on the subject, drawn...

Water in the 21st-Century West
Water in the 21st-Century West offers a timely look at the central issue facing the American West — the region's diminishing water supply. It collects...

Natural Enemy, Natural Ally
How has war changed and damaged the environment? How has nature influenced war? As the first collection of essays on war and environmental history, Natural...

Abalone
From rocky coves at Mendocino and Monterey to San Diego’s reefs, abalone have held a cherished place in California culture for millennia. Prized for iridescent...

The View from Cascade Head
Cascade Head, on the Oregon Coast between Lincoln City and Neskowin, has stunning ocean views, abundant recreational opportunities, and a rich history of ecological research...