Cool Green Book Review: October 2024

New titles on birding, backyard nature, cowgirl conservation and more.

Matthew L. Miller

Backyard Bioblitz: How to Be A Citizen Scientist in Your Backyard

A bioblitz is a nature scavenger hunt, for science. Here are our tips to DIY a bioblitz from your very own backyard.

The Editors

Earth Day Book Review 2024

Our selections this year show how the nature writing genre continues to evolve and surprise.

Matthew L. Miller and Jennifer Winger

Connect to Nature Near You: 4 Fun + Informative (+Free) Apps

Looking for free and informative mobile apps to help you connect with nature near you wherever you are? We've got you covered. Pristine natural areas not required.

Cara Cannon Byington

Extreme Birding: How To Do A Big Year On A Budget

Are you a birder dreaming of a Big Year? Here's how to do it along with work, family, and life's other responsibilities.

Justine E. Hausheer

Holiday Book Review 2023

Six new books for the nature lover or outdoor enthusiast on your holiday list.

Justine E. Hausheer and Matthew L. Miller

Two New Mammal Guides for Australia & the SW Pacific

These two new guides cover some of the world's most marvellous mammals, from kangaroos to quolls, to flying foxes and clambering cuscus.

Justine E. Hausheer

6 Great Reads on Birding, Fishing, Parks + More

We have your summer reading list sorted with these 6 great reads on birding, fishing, bats, national parks and more.

Matthew L. Miller

8 Birds to Spark a Kid’s Interest in Nature

Meet the birds that can ignite a lifelong interest in the natural world.

Matthew L. Miller

Earth Month Book Review 2023

Six books for Earth Day, covering topics from biotechnology to hoverflies. Yes, hoverflies.

Matthew L. Miller

Want to Improve Your Outdoor Recreation? Try Birding.

It’s possible to enjoy time outdoors without paying attention to birds. But it’s a lot less fun.

Matthew L. Miller

A Simple Thing You Can Do to Benefit Backyard Birds and Bees

It’s time to ease up on the spring clean-up to help pollinators and other local wildlife.

Matthew L. Miller