Back by popular demand, this practical field guide captures the splendor of the rare, yet accessible, alpine zone of northern New England. This fascinating ecosystem is an enchanting world of delicate flowers, hardy plants, and remarkable wildlife that survive in the harsh and unpredictable climate of New England's highest ranges from Vermont to Maine. Full-color photos and authoritative text offer quick answers to visitors' questions. This new edition contains an appendix on the phenology of the alpine zone (the study of the effect of climate change on plant species.) It also highlights the environmental success story of the rescue of robbins cinquefoil, an extremely rare alpine plant that was removed from the endangered species list in summer of 2002 due to decades long efforts of conservation advocates in the region.

Authors: Nancy Slack and Allison Bell
Edition: 2006, 2nd edition
Format: paperback, 104 pages
Size: 4.5 by 8.5 inches
ISBN: 1-929173-89-X