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Discovering the Cape Cod Shoreline

saltmarshecologyby Gilbert Newton, photos by Chris Dumas

Join the author, Gil Newton, in the exploration of a Cape Cod seashore. Discover the fascinating diversity of life at the edge of the sea with the help of color photos by Chris Dumas.

Paperback, 44 pages. $10.00 + S&H

Proceeds from the sale of this book go to Barnstable Land Trust.

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The Ecology of a Cape Cod Salt Marsh

saltmarshecologyby Gilbert Newton, photos by Chris Dumas

Join author Gil Newton in the exploration of a Cape Cod salt marsh...a wondrous place to visit. Flora and fauna create intricate and beautiful systems of life. Mr Newton uses his favorite salt marsh, Croker Neck in his hometown of Cotuit, to illustrate his lessons... with the help of the color photos by Chris Dumas.

Paperback, 42 pages. $12.00 + S&H

Proceeds from the sale of this book go to the Barnstable Land Trust.

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Seaweeds of Cape Cod Shores: A Field Guide

seaweedsby Gilbert Newton, illustrations by Nancy Minnigerode

This handy field guide fits in your glove compartment - ready to use for identifying many of the common algae that wash up on Cape Cod shores. Gil Newton, noted local environmentalist and educator, joins forces with illustrator Nancy Minnigerode in providing the quintessential seaweed field guide for beach walkers and students of nature.

Paperback, 35 pages. $7.00 + S&HPurchase

 


The Little House at Sandy Neck

sandyneckhouseby Edward Otis Handy, Jr.

This is a history and nature book about an exquisite seven-mile strip of land on Cape Cod known as Sandy Neck. The author's love for Barnstable Harbor and Sandy Neck is genetic, derived from his ancestors who came to Cape Cod in the 1600s.

Paperback, 212 pages. $25.00 + S&HPurchase

 


Why Don't Woodpeckers Get Headaches?

And Other Bird Questions You Know You Want to Ask

woodpeckersby Mike O'Connor

Since opening the Bird Watcher's General Store in 1983, Mike O'Connor has answered thousands of questions about birds. Finally, it occured to O'Connor that if he answered these questions in print, he might be able to live in peace. Here, then, are the answers to all those questions that have been keeping you up at night.

Paperback, 212 pages. $13.00 + S&HPurchase

 


Cottage for Sale, Must be Moved

A Woman Moves a House to Make a Home

cottage by Kate Whouley

When Kate Whouley saw the classified ad for an abandoned cottage that had to be moved she began to dream. But she wasn't prepared for half the surprises, complications, or self-discoveries of her house moving adventure. For everyone who has ever dreamed of creating a space of their own, there is a Cottage for Sale. You only have to move it.

Hardcover, 301 pages. $23.00 + S&HPurchase

 


DVDs


Cape Cod - Reflections of Beauty

reflectionsVideo by Diane Kovanda

Cape Cod - Reflections of Beauty captures the natural splendor of the Cape. It is a peaceful, relaxing journey through some of Cape Cod's Special places - beaches, harbors, forests and lakes, sanctuaries of the soul. Enjoy this scenic experience which includes whales, seals, cranberry bogs and historic windmills set to original acoustic music composed by Michael Zampi.

This DVD can be a "live postcard" gift for friends and family, or a unique memento of your visit to beautiful Cape Cod.

DVD Video. Running Time: 55 minutes. $10.00 + S&HPurchase