DEATH VALLEY

PUBLICATIONS

1954 Over 50 Years of Service to Death Valley National Park 2006

WILDLIFE

Natural History Association

Natural & Cultural History � Exploration Tools New Products � Sale Items � Children’s Books & More

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WILDFLOWERS

1008 � $19.95 � So ftbound � 471 pages � 4 3/ 4 x 7 3/ 4

S i b l e y F i e l d G u i d e to Birds of Western North America Wri tten and Illu s trated By Da vid Allen Sib le y

Thi s p or t abl e gui de i s

the ne w s ta nda rd o f ex c el len c e i n b ir d id en t i fi c a t io n , w i t h mo re t han 8 10 b ir d s in a m a z in g d et a i l — an i n di s pe n s ab le re s our c e for a l l b ir d er s .

1658 � $12.95 � So ftbound � 72 page s � 7 1 /2 x9

Desert Snakes By Jame s W . Cornett

This cold-blooded desert creature is cur iou sl y cat egor i zed as “harmless” and “dangerous.” It is abundantly and

diversely represented attributable to the variety of landscapes as well as remarkable adaptability to our hot desert region.

1501 � $21.95 � Softbound � 464 pages � 5x8

F i e l d G u i d e t o B i r d s o f Nor th A mer ic a By Nat ional Geographic, 4th Edit ion

A c olor fu l l y illu s tra te d ca ta l ogu e o f o ver 80 0 s p e c i e s , i n c l u di n g

e x t e n s i v e i n d e x ; organi z ed int o fa mi l y g r o u p s , i n c l u d i n g s cie nt if i c n am e, p l u mage , and f ie l d mar k s for easy and accurate identification.

1089 � $7.95 � Softbound � 32 pages � 6x9

Th e D e s e r t T o r to i s e Answers to Frequently Asked Questions By Jame s W . Cornett

Th i s i n f or m at i ve F A Q

fe at ure s o ne of t he m o st fa s c i na ti ng a nd celebrated desert ani m al s . I t w ill he lp y ou un der s t and wh y th i s pr o te c te d s pe c ie s is o n t he de c li ne an d ho w y ou ca n en s ure

it’ s s ur vi v al .

GEOLOGY Geology of

National Parks By Ann G . Harr i s, Es ther Tut tle and Sherwoo d D. Tu tt le

Ama zing photos,

i l lu strat ion s and ma p s co mb in e beauty and understanding of geologic features within entire park system. Terms and concepts defined and explained as introduced.

1988 � $74.95 � So ftbound � 882 pages � 8 1/ 2 x10 1 / 2 1241 � $7 .95 � Sof tbound � 60 pages � 7 1 / 2 x 8 1/ 2

An Introduction to the

Geology of DV By M ichae l Col lier

Thi s ge olo gi c s tor y ca pt ure s the dra ma of the pr o ce s s e s th at co ns ta nt l y ch ang e the

land s ca pe , cr ea ti ve l y wea vin g 140 year s o f mi n in g h i st or y in t o 1 1/ 2 b ill ion year s of ge olo gi c h i st or y. D e s cr ib e s fla sh f lood s , e ar t hqua k e s an d more —a qua li t y per spe c ti v e.

1143 � $18.00 � Softbound � 321 pages � 6x9

Geology Underfoot In Death Valley And Owens Valley By Robert P . Sharp & Allen F. Gla zner

Written for the lay

public, featuring 35 driving and walking tour s ea ch we a ving the tale of a geologic feature in this land of extremes. Filled with maps, figures and illustrations.

Geology of Death

Valley NP By Mar l i B. M iller and Lauren A . Wr igh t

Learn about the

fascinating history of Death Valley—filled with photos, fig ure s and 6 ro ad tour s , th i s co m preh en si v e tool directs you to park areas where you can discover specific result s of geologic

activity.

1315 � $19.95 � So ftbound � 136 pages � 10x9 1/ 2

Wildflowers of

California Photo s b y Larry Ulr i ch Interpreti ve te x t b y Susan La mb

Thi s i s a p er f e c t

co m pli m en t a s you r tr ip c on tin ue s—L arr y and Su sa n h av e cap tur ed the del i ca te b eau t y of li fe in i t s m yr iad for m s a nd col or s. Yo u ma y ev en h ear the w ild fl o wer pho to s sp ea k to yo u in Nat ure ’ s mo s t e loq uen t v oi c e .

1301 � $9.95 � Softbound � 62 pages � 6x9

100 Desert

Wildflowers of the Southwest By Janice Emily Bowers

T hi s d e s c r ip t i v e w i ld f lo we r gu id e m a ke s it ea s y t o d i s c o ver a nd l ear n abo u t our de s er t

j e w e l s — e a c h blo o m a nd p la n t d i sp la y ed i n b eau t if u l fu l l co lor p ho to gra ph s.

1303 � $7.95 � Softbound � 150 pages � 6x9

Death Valley

Wildflowers By Ro xana S. Ferr i s Dra wing s b y Jeanne R . Jani sh

A comprehensive

companion, with illustrations of over 1,000 varieties and species endemic to Death Valley—including spring flowers and year-round shrubs and trees.

1120� $14.95 � So ftbound � 21 0 page s � 5 x7 1/ 2

Mojave Desert

Wildflowers By Jon Mark S te wart

An excellent field guide that’s very

portable, featuring 195 of the most co mmon de se rt w i ld f lo w e r s— a valuable reference and educational tool

for backcountry explorers and roadside visitors alike.

1828 � $21 .95 � Sof tbound � 123 pages � 8x10

DVNHA Publication

Death Valley and the Northern Mojave A Visitor’s Guide By Wil liam C. T weed & Lauren Da vi s

Features a lively,

interpretive text that is complimented by maps, detailed directions, and 215 color photos. It is the indispensable book to help you explore and enjoy this extraordinary place. An ideal companion for getting acquainted with the area.

1954 There are over 600 miles of backcountry roads in Death Valley National Park 2006

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Hiking

1999 � $19.95 � Softbound � 542 pages � 6x9

H i k i n g D e a th V a l l e y By M iche l Digonne t

E xpl ore mou nt ain s , open va lle y s an d c a n y o n s — e n d l e s s p o s s i b i l i t i e s f o r no vi ce and de ser t ra t a l i k e . I n c l u d e s

natur a l and hu ma n hi stor y , d es er t h i kin g tip s , area ser v ic e s, top o ma p s, ro ad a c ce s s , sp ec ia l fea ture s , d i ff i cu l t y le ve l and more !

Hiking California’s

Desert Parks By Bill Cunningha m & Poll y Bur ke

Pre se nt s 111 of th e ver y

be st h i ke s a nd ba c k-co untr y tr i p s in A n za-Borre go De ser t S tat e Par k , Jo s hua Tre e a nd Dea th Vall e y Nat iona l P ar k s , a nd Mo ja v e Na ti ona l Pr e ser v e . Sup ple m ent ed w it h d es cr ip tion s , ma p s an d

e le va tio n ch ar t s.

1233 � $14.95 � Softbound � 204 pages � 6x9

50 Best Short Hikes By John Kr i st

In tro du c e s yo u to th e be s t o f t he da y h i k e s i n and aro un d Dea th V a lle y Na ti ona l Pa r k, M oj a v e Na ti ona l Pre s er v e, an d

J o sh ua Tre e Nat io na l P ar k . Ra te d fr o m ea s y to h ard , i n clu di ng or ig in al a c c ur at e ma p s o f e a ch h i ke , o ver-vi e w o f hu m an , g eo lo gi c and na tur a l h i s tor y , and s pe c ia l de s er t ti p s .

1822 � $6 .95 � Sof tbound � 120 pages � 4 1 / 4 x 7

Best Easy Day Hikes Death Valley By Bill Cunningha m & Poll y Bur ke

In clu de s co n ci se de s cr ip ti on s and d et a il ed ma p s o f 23 sh or t , e as y- to- fo l lo w rou te s—

leadi ng yo u to sa lt fl a t s , ca n yon s , min ing si te s , spr i ng s, to wer in g sand dune s , mou nt ain pea k s an d m ore ! Ha s a p ar k map , ran k s the h i ke s fro m ea s y to hard , in clu din g sa fe t y tip s and h i ker che c k li st .

Four Wheel Drive

1825 � $19.95 � Softbound � 314 pages � 6x9

Death Valley

SUV Trails By Roger Mit chel l

Th i s i s a fo ur-wh eel er s gu id e t o 4 6

in ter e s ti ng b a c k r oa d e x cur s io n s in th e gre at er De a th Va ll e y regi on . Ea c h o ut in g in cl ud e s a n are a de s c r ip t io n of th e fl ora ,

fa un a , g eol og y a nd h i s t or y . I n cl ud e s d i ff i cu l t y ra ti ng .

1226 � $24.95 � Softbound � 286 pages � 6x9

Southern Guide to

California Backroads

& 4WD Trails By Char le s A. Well s

Whether you’re a novice or expert, you’ll enjoy this clear, concise guide to area backcountry. Includes detailed trail descr iptions, 86 maps and over 340

photos covering 75 back roads and 4WD trails. All routes include GPS waypoints.

Guidebooks Traveler’s Guide to Death Valley NP By Cli ff La wson

Th i s pop ul ar gui de i s an i n tro du c ti on to t he m ain par k at tr a ct io n s , providing an overview for f irst-t ime

e xpl orer s . I t ha s m a n y b ea ut if u l p i c t ure s ta k en b y th e a u tho r , a s wel l a s ar ea m ap s . In c lu de s par k a m eni t ie s , p ar k m ap , tra v el and s af et y ti p s , d ire c t or y o f services as well as an index. Also makes a great gift!

1534 � $22.95 � Sof tbound � 196 pages � 9 x8 1141 � $23.95 � Softbound � 382 pages � 6x9

Explorer’s Guide to Death Valley NP By T . S cot t Bryan & Bet ty Tu c ker-Br yan

Co m pl e te g u id e-b o o k c o v e r i n g

geol ogi c and hu ma n hi st or y o f the v al le y . Co n t a i n s s h o r t wal k s , d a y h i ke s , ba c kpa c k in g tr ip s , an d nu m erou s de s cr ip ti ve road lo g s f or a ll t ype s o f e xp lorer s .

1236 � $6 .95 � Sof tbound � 48 pages � 5 1 / 2 x 8 1/ 2

Road Guide to Death Valley NP By Barbara & Rober t De cker Maps & Dra wing s b y Ri c k Ha zle tt

A g uide de si gne d f or a t wo-d a y dr i vin g tour o f the m ajor par k sig ht s .

In clu de s h i ki ng tra il s and s ce ni c d ir t ro ad s. D e s cr ib e s g eolo g y, cl im at e, p lan t s, w ild l if e and p i oneer h i st ory .

Maps � Trails Illustrated Map—NG Topo Map

Revised regularly, waterproof, tear-resistant 2780 � $9.95 � folds to 41/4 x 91/4

� DVNP Guide Map–AAA Explore! Series Vis itor services info, points of interest 2783 � $4.95 � folds to 4 x 83/4

� DVNP Recreation Map–Harrison Maps Shaded relief, waterproof plastic 2976 � $8.95 � folds to 41/4 x 81/2

� California Road & Recreation Atlas Includes landscape maps, recreation guides, detailed roads and GPS grids 2975 � $24.95 � 11 x 15

1165 � $8.95 � Softbound � 41 pages � 10x7

Death Valley from Zabriskie Point Poster Photo by Donald J. Rommes

DV 3 Scene Poster

2019 � $16.00 � 24x36

Racetrack Poster

2017 � $8.50 � 18x24

Salt Flats Poster

2016 � $8.50 � 18x24

PANORAMIC POSTCARDS

2005 � $14.00 � 38x18

Tri-fold � $2.50 each � 24x4

Stovepipe Dunes 2182

Badwater Basin 2181

Zabriskie Point 2180

No extra postage required

DVNHA Publication

1151 � $16.95 � Softbound � 372 pages � 6x9

1954 DVNHA Membership totals over 1200 people who l ove this Natural Wonderland 2006

T he Death Valley Natural History Associ at ion i s a non-prof it

organization dedicated to providing visitors to Death Valley National Park

with a quality educational experience. Join us now and receive a 15%

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2603 � $10.00 � 11/2 x 11/2

National Park Medals

Death Valley

This solid bronze art medal is one in a series of National Park Medallions. Each medal has been designed and hand sculpted to accurately represent the natural wonder and splendor of our National Parks and Monuments. Order all 63 Medals to complete your collection!

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Stamp History A Collector’s Guide to National Parks, Monuments and Historic Places

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Roadrunne rs L o o k W e s t S e r i e s by Diane Siebert

Director of education at the Tucson Botanical Gardens and an avid birder for over 25 years, the author aptly educates us with photos, facts and a little fiction on this ground-dwelling member of the cuckoo family. Finding their way into the hearts of millions, they have inspired their share of tall tales—as well as popular cartoons.

1551 � $12.95 � 64 pages � 61/4 x 61/4

Coyotes L o o k W e s t S e r i e s by Lauray Yule

Authority on the natural history of the Sonoran Desert, the author reveals many fascinating facts about this special desert dweller called the “ barking dog.” Filled with many action photos as well as symboli c rep re se ntatio n s on I ndian artif acts, thi s re sou rce is fil led with f a scinating fa ct s an d folklo re. Al so in clu de s re co m men de d web sit e s for ad dition al inf ormati on.

1552 � $12.95 � 64 pages � 61/4 x 61/4

� Book: 2978 � $5.95 � 51/2 x 81/4 � Stamps: 2979 � $5.95 � 71/2 x 10

A spiral-b ound boo k designed to inte rest adult s, children, student and histo ry buff s. I t is a fun and e xciting wa y to learn ab out ge ogra ph y and hist ory an d mea nt to be enjoyed b y people of all a ge s. It is ar ran ged in geologi c orde r an d in clude s a spa ce to pla ce ea ch repli ca sta mp with a histo rical interpret ation. The re is also spa ce f or a date stamp as well as your o wn n ote s.

Crown Jewels Stamp Sheet A replica edition of the set of ten com memora tive stamp s, denominations o ne cent t hrough ten cent s, issued b y the U.S. Post Office in 1934 to honor National Park Year. Reprodu ction s a re enlarged 160 % to demo nst rate their artistic b eauty and te chnical p roficien cy of the engrave rs.

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1954 Approximately 600 people resid e in Death Valley year-round 2006

Sale Items Sale Items Sale Items ������������ Death Valley, Joshua Tree and East Mojave Desert

TOPO! Interac tive Maps on CD-ROM Th e m o s t de ta il ed ma p s a va il abl e f or h i k er s , m ou nt a i n b i k er s an d m ap pro fe s s io nal s

TOP O! f eat ure s over 2 00 d etailed , a ccurate 7. 5’ US GS t opo grap hic m ap s enh an ce d with millions of digital el evatio n dat a poin t s. Po we rful to ols pro vide ext en ded cap abilitie s f or e xpl orin g, cu sto mizin g and p rintin g t opo graphi c ma p s—a map l o ve r’s drea m! Wit h t his ea sy-to -u se p rog ra m, you’ll be able to . . .

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� Simply trace a line anywhere and TOPO! Generates a profile showing all the ups and downs

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2116 � $49.95

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Elevation Profi ling

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Special Catalog and Website Offer

Trip Planning Pack

You’ll find e ve ryt hing you ne ed i n t his spe cial en sem ble —whet he r a first time visit or o r a life -long de se rt rat. Al so a g re at gift id ea to int ro du ce frien d s a nd f amil y to thi s mo st uniq ue 3 .3 million a cre Nati onal P ark.

� Travelers Guide to Death Valley by Cl i f f L awso n � Comprehensive guide including informative text, evocative photos and

easy-to-read maps to help make your visit an educational, entertaining and enriching experience.

� Introduction to Geology by M ar l i B . Mi ll er & L a ur e n A. W ri g h t � A ma z ing p ho to grap h s b y M ar li B . M il ler

� Det ail ed de s c r ip ti on s o f th e wor l d- cl a s s geo log y o f DV NP

� Wher e to g o t o s ee spe c if i c r e sul t s o f ge olo gi c a c ti vi t y

� An Interpretive History by James Cornett � Includes cultural and natural history, desert geology,

flora, fauna, weather patterns and travel tips

� Informative interpretations on all major park sites as we ll as those off the beaten path

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Embroid ered Patch

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Death Valley National Park

COLLECTABLES � Zabriskie Point T-shirts S-M-L-XL � $16.95 � XLL � $17 .95 Red or Natura l ( t- sh ir t s not sho wn)

� Zabriskie Point Patch 2501 � $5 .00 � 2 1/ 4 x 3 1/ 4 � Zabriskie Point Pin 2500 $5.00 3/ 4 x 1 1 / 8

� Zabriskie Point Walking Stick Medallion 2504 � $3.95 � 3/4 x 11/4

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1954 Over 30 substances have been mined out of Death Valley National Park 2006

Cultural History Cultural History Cultural History ������������

Personalities

1827 � $15.95 � Softbound � 224 pages � 6x9

T h e s e C a n yo n s a r e

F u l l o f Gh o s ts Th e L as t o f the D ea th Va ll e y Pro s pe c tor s By Em met t C . Harder

A “p ers onal re col le c-tion” o f a n er a—pr e-1900 t o pr e sen t—

inc ludi ng map s an d photo s . “ A s a trea sure hun ter , in re tro spe c t, the gre at es t surpr is e f or m e ha s b een . . . the people an d their s tor ie s .”

1106 � $9.95 � Sof tbound � 279 pages � 5 1 / 2 x 8 1/ 2

Burro Bill and Me By Edna Cal kin s Pr i ce

A j e we l o f We s tern A mer i c an —an ab sorb ing s tor y wr it ten in si mpl e, lu cid pro se , fu l l o f c o lor fu l c h a r a c t e r i z a t i o n s refl ec ti ng the au thor ’ s

whole s o me g aie t y. Vi vi d l y pr e sen t s the co ntra s t o f a s eda te ba c kgrou nd a nd the hars h wa y o f de ser t li fe dur i ng t h i s coup le ’ s 10 ye ar s tin t dur ing t he 193 0’ s .

1108 � $7.95 � Sof tbound � 50 pages � 5 1 /2 x 8 1/ 2

DV Scotty by Mabel By Bes sie M . John son Ar ti st—A lan Au stin

Wi fe of A lb er t J oh n s on , “ M a b e l ’ s ” p e r s o n a l m an u s cr i pt re c ord s a m o d e r n f r o n t i e r e xpe r ie n ce w it h De at h

V all e y S c o tt y . T hi s “ De ser t Mo u se” h a s l e ft h i s tor ia n s a tr ea s ure d r e so ur ce r e ve ali ng th e i mp ort an c e o f th e We s t i n m od ern A m er i c an l i fe . Ha s 9 be au ti f u l il lu s tra t ion s .

1125 � $8 .00 � Sof tbound � 71 pages � 5 1 / 2 x 8 1/ 2

Death Valley Tal es Chapters from the drama-crammed past of DVNP Dea th Valle y ‘49ers

Ten s tor ie s tha t s pan t he

h i stor y of t he Dea th Va lle y regi on fro m 19 49 to t he 1 970 s . Re ve al s the hard sh ip s , val or a nd hum or th at e nr i ch the m y s tiqu e of th i s co lor fu l de ser t ar ea . In c lude s u pda te fro m 195 5,

prov id i ng ne w i nf o a ut hen ti ca ti ng s tor ie s .

Research Anthologies Death Valley in ’49 William Lewis Manly Edited b y Lero y & Jean John son

A harrowing account of Manly’s “short-cut” to the California gold-

fields; introduced by noted historian Patricia Nelson Limerick, edited and extensively annotated by the Johnsons, a compelling narrative and a joy to read.

1254 � $10.00 � Sof tbound � 60 pages � 8 1 / 2x11

Rhyolite The Boom Years By Alan H . Patera

Chronicles Rhyolite and Bullfrog—how they grew, and what they were like

during the boom years leading up to 1907. Filled with historic photos, diagrams and maps, featuring the buildings whose ruins still grace the area.

1655 � $25 .00 � Sof tbound � 139 pages � 8x10 1 /2

Panamint

Shoshone Basketry An American Art Form By Eva S later

Fo cu se s o n 9 ear l y ba s ke tm a ker s who se wor k d i sp la y s th i s si gni fi ca nt ar t for m . Fill ed w it h h i s tor i c pho to-

graph s , ba c kgro und a nd area ma p. In cl ude s a g li mp se of the har sh e n viro nm en t, co lor fu l patro n s and r i ch cu lt ura l h er it age o f our nat ion .

1101 � $29.95 � Softbound � 664 pages � 6x9

Death Valley &

the Amargosa A Land of Illusion By Ri chard E. L ingenfe lter

Spa nni ng a c ent ur y u p to 1 933 , a s tor y o f m e t a l s , m o u n t a i n s , Ind ian s , pro spe c tor s an d tour i s t s—bu t mo s tl y th e s tor y o f t he ill u sio n s

of a shor t cu t t o t he go ld d i ggin g s th at lured s o man y . In c lude s map s , il lu str at ion s an d inde x .

1103 � $18.95 � Softbound � 379 pages � 6x9

Park Issues

1166 � $14.95 � So ftbound � 244 pages � 5 1/ 2 x8

Park Ranger By Nanc y Muleady-Mecham

A f a s cin at in g r eal- li fe ac c oun t o f ad ve nt ure s a s a m od er n -d a y pro fe s si on al Na ti on al P ar k Ra ng er , th i s aut hor en for c e s la w ,

and i s a re gi s ter ed nur se . N ine te en s t or ie s are pul led fro m a var i et y of p ar k s and cir c u m st an c e s t o sh o w j u st ho w v er y in vol v ed t he “ Ser v i ce” can b e.

1646 � $18.95 � Softbound � 180 pages � 7x10

N a t i o n a l Pa r k R a n g e r An American Icon By “Bu t ch” Farabee , Jr .

R e v i e w i n g t h e e v o lu t i on o f t h i s nat iona l s ym bol , t h i s for mer ra nger pa c k s

ane cdo te s an d o ver 100 ar ch i val p ho to s—plu s fa s ci nat ing in si gh t i n t o t he d i ver si t y of ranger ro l e s whil e hon or ing the u niq ue peo ple dedi ca te d to pro te c tin g and pr e ser vi ng .

1170 � $22.95 � So ftbound � 502 pages � 6 1/ 2 x 9 1 / 2

Death, Daring

and Disaster By “Bu t ch” Farabee , Jr .

F e a t u r i n g 3 7 5 e x ci ti ng ta le s of

h e r o i s m a n d tra ge d y— dra wn f ro m th e ne ar l y 1 50 ,0 00 s ear c h an d r e s c ue m i s si on s c arr ie d o u t b y t he NP S s i n ce

Y ell o ws t on e wa s e s ta bli s h ed a s th e fir s t na ti on al p ar k i n 18 72 .

1182 � $19.95 � Softbound � 312 pages � 6x9

National Parks and

the Woman’s Voice By Poll y We lt s Kau fman

The untold story of women’s contribu-

tions to national parks—often in their own words. Shows the role of women who helped shape the park system we

know today. Includes women’s history sites in national parks.

General

1708 � $9.95 � Softbound � 48 pages � 9x11

Death Valley The Story Behind the Scenery By Bill Clark

Wri t te n b y a re tir ed

par k ran ger a nd upd a ted ma n y ti m e s si n c e 19 72 , i t te ll s th e s tor y o f t h i s o ft en m ali gn ed de s er t , re v e ali ng i n i n t i ma t e de ta il it s tru e e s se n ce — t hro ug h be au ti f u l ph o to s

and fa c t s o f i t’ s la nd a nd i nh abi t an t s.

Dea th V a lle y N a ti o na l Park

An Interpretive

History By Jame s W . Cornett

Filled with historic and professional photos, this interpretive guide provides a colorful

introduction to this

magnificent park and it’s landscapes, wildlife and rich history—complete with visitor tips, overview map and park facts.

Death Valley

S p l e n d i d D e s o l a t i o n By Ste wart A it ch i son

Th e a ut ho r ’ s h ear t f e l t e s sa y r e ve al s th i s de s ol a te la nd o f s an d

du ne s , sa lt fl a t s an d s un- s tr u c k m o un t ai n s an d v all e y s in br ea t h-taking, timeless imagery—richly il lus-trated by Amer ica’s leading landscape

photographers.

1218 � $9.95 � Softbound � 80 pages � 9x8

Dea th V a lle y N a io na l Par k

Impressions Photograph s & Te xt by Er i c Wunro w

A be au t if u l ph o to-jo urn al o f on e m a n’ s d i s c o v er y o f t h i s e x tr a ord in ar y p la c e . T he

in tr od u c ti on i s i n G er m an , ph o to narra ti ve s in bo th Ger m an an d E ng li s h. Each photo captures part of the 3.3 million acre expanse—including recordings of it’s uni qu e “ na t ura l” e ve n t s.

Special COMBO

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1157—$15.95

1811 � $9.95 � Softbound � 64 pages � 10x13 1155 � $7.95 � Softbound � 48 pages � 9x12

DVNHA Publication

Plush ANIMAL Puppets By Folkmanis®

These soft and cuddly animal puppets not only inspire imaginations, promote hands-on discovery, encourage interaction, teach motor skills and help develop language skills, but also make great companions! The Wildl ife Puppet series helps Death Valley visitors learn more about Earth’s interdependent creatures.

Tarantula 2397—$27.95

1954 There are 3 endangered species, 1 threatened species and 1 candidate species in Death Valley National Park 2006

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PO Box 188

Death Valley, CA 92328

Office............... 760.786.2146

Toll Free ........... 800.478.8564 Mail Order .........Extension 10

Membership.......Extension 12

Chairperson

Edd Burton

Vice-Chairperson

James Wilson

Treasurer Kay C. Wylie

Board Members Ed Rothfus

Charles Davis Gerald Freeman

Dr. Tom McGill

Mike Rauschkolb Dr. Steve Rowland

Executive Director

David Blacker

Staff

Ruth Shandor Steve Acton

Charlotte James

Bill Pelkey Jim Stewart

Deanna Stewart Sarah Flood

Carlene Fakier Rebecca Fakier

Jamie Pickering

Alice Van Essen

Deat h Val l e y Nat u ral Hi st ory Association is a non-profit educati onal organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the natural and human history of Death Valley National Park. The Association makes interpretive material available to park visitors and the general public. Proceeds from Association sales are used to produce new educational publicati ons and to aid National Park Service programs.

Our Mission

Lizards for Lunch A Roadrunner’s Tale By Conrad S torad Illu stra ted b y Be th Neel y & Don Rant z

1831 � $6.95 � SB � 10x9

A color fu ll y illu stra ted ta le to ld by Mr. Roadrun-ner in a poe m. Learn how he li ve s, p la y s and survi ve s in the de ser t . Biographie s and f ac t sec tion in rear of boo k.

Desert Discoveries By G inger Wad sworth Illus trated by John Carroza

1583 � $6.95 � SB � 11x8 1/ 2

“Pic k o f the L i st s” Spr ing 1997 Am er ican Boo k-seller . These br igh tl y colored page s en ti ce the young and o ld a lik e to d is cover “de ser t dwell-ers,” in vit ing you to identi fy crea tures as 24 hours go b y. Grea t for in terac tion —glo ssar y too.

W a y O u t i n t h e D e s e r t By T. J. Marsh & J. Ward Illu stra ted b y Kenneth J. Speng ler

1623 � $6.95 � HB � 5 1/ 2 x7

This toe- t apping tex t ha s you singing and coun ting a long w ith lovab le de ser t creature s in no time ! Vibrant il lus tration s—great teach ing tool.

Kid’s Trip Diary Ages Six to Twelve By Mar lin & Lor is Bree

1579 � $6.95 � SB � 10x9

Kid s c an hav e fun for hours wr i ting about their adventure s. Three par ts : 1) get ting read y , 2) on the road, and 3) memor ies . Incl udes ga mes , pu zzl es , th ing s to draw and che ckl is t.

Rangers Activity

& Sticker Book By Greer Chesher Illus trated by Guy Pir fir io & Don Rant z

1698 � $7.95 � SB � 10x9

Join Ja son’ s fami ly and sev en Ranger fr iends on a journe y through the NPS . F illed wi th fun a c t i v i t i e s , p u z z l e s , sti c kers and more!

Audubon BIRDS National Autubon Society Authentic bird calls provided by Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Featuring realistic designs and authentic sounds, every bird comes with its own educational hangtag with information on the

species, its migration pattern and habitat. Start your collection today!

� American Robin ............... 2415

� Blue Grossbeak ............... 2416

� Western Meadowlark ........ 2417

� Red Winged Blackbird ....... 2418

� Western Tanager ............. 2419

� Red-Tailed Hawk ............. 2420

� Great Horned Owl ............ 2421

� Mourning Dove ................ 2422

� Song Sparrow ................. 2423

� American Goldfinch .......... 2425

� Black-capped Chickadee .... 2428

� Mountain Bluebird ............ 2433

� Mallard .......................... 2434

$6.95 each

DVNHA Publications SYMBOL Coyote 2400—$27.00

Raven 2395—$19.95

Jackrabbit 2392—$29.95

Scorpion 2405—$10.00

Tortoise 2394—$16.95

$5.95 each

National Geographic Society introduces

Mysteries in our National Parks Series By Gloria Skurzynski and Alane Ferguson Award-winning mystery writer and award-winning science writer—also mother and daughter—working together writing Mysteries in our National Parks! Each mystery takes place at a different national park, and includes park statistics and map. Introduces young readers to natural and cultural aspects of each park—focusing on protection and conservation

programs that reflect the National Park mission. A great way to learn about our National Park System, resource protec-tion and inspire future rangers! More mysteries are on the way with over 275 parks to go!

1. Wolf Stalker........... 1630 2. Cliff-Hanger ........... 1631 3. Deadly Waters ....... 1632

4. Rage of Fire...........1633 5. The Hunted............1634 6. Ghost Horses .........1635

7. Over the Edge ........1636 8. Valley of Death .......1637 9. Escape from Fear....1638

10. Out of the Deep ......1639 11. Runing Scared ........1640 12. Buried Alive ...........1641

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