Overview
An essential guide to Maryland's ecosystems, history, and conservation. Winner of the 2025 ANROSP Award for Outstanding Educational Materials Immerse yourself in the wonders of Maryland's diverse ecosystems with The Maryland Master Naturalist's Handbook. Edited by seasoned environmentalists McKay Jenkins and Joy Shindler Rafey, this essential guide explores the intricate tapestry of Maryland's natural world, from the geological foundations of the Susquehanna River to the vibrant ecosystems of the Chesapeake Bay. This book illustrates the deep connections among the state's history, its people, and the land they have long inhabited. It journeys through forests, rivers, and mountains while uncovering the complex interplay of flora, fauna, and human communities. Learn from experts in fields ranging across urban ecology, entomology, and climate science, who share their insights and passion for environmental stewardship. Essays cover essential topics such as: • Maryland land use history • Chesapeake Bay and urban ecology • Environmental justice • Geology, soils, and botany • Invasive species • Birds, insects, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals • Citizen science • Climate change in Maryland This volume serves as the primary text for the Maryland Master Naturalist training course and encourages a broader audience to engage in ecological restoration and conservation efforts. Whether you're a budding naturalist or an experienced environmentalist, this book will deepen your understanding of Maryland's ecological systems and empower you to contribute to the preservation of its natural beauty.
Full Product Details
Author: McKay Jenkins ,
Joy Shindler Rafey
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Imprint: Johns Hopkins University Press
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 2.40cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.703kg
ISBN: 9781421451589
ISBN 10: 1421451581
Pages: 456
Publication Date: 29 July 2025
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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General/trade
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Professional & Vocational
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
McKay Jenkins is the Cornelius Tilghman Professor of English and Journalism and the founder and director of the environmental humanities program at the University of Delaware. He is the coeditor of The Delaware Naturalist Handbook and the author of Food Fight: GMOs and the Future of the American Diet, ContamiNation: My Quest to Survive in a Toxic World, and eight other books about nature and history. Joy Shindler Rafey is the statewide coordinator of the Maryland Master Naturalist Program for University of Maryland Extension.
