A Northwoods Companion: Spring and Summer

by John Bates, John Lehman

This is your guide to the Northwoods√ seasonal changes. It is organized in chapters that cover every two weeks, from spring through summer. Gain insight into the natural world in sequence. Learn about dragonflies, hummingbirds, wood frogs and more.

Paperback

First published May 1, 1997

About the author

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John Bates has worked as a state forest naturalist for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. He is the owner of the naturalist guide service Trails North and he organizes outdoor classes for Nicolet College, the University of Wisconsin Extension, and for the North Lakeland Discovery Center.
He is also a columnist for the Lakeland Times in Minocqua, Wisconsin.

Reviews

[Marsha · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an easy reading book. The chapters, if you want to call them that are only 1 page at best. It's actually small sections of articles about nature & wildlife in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Some of the information I already knew. I did learn quite a bit about birds, migration, plants, etc. I would recommend it. Now I want to get the fall/winter book.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

With each season as I travel through Wisconsin and Minnesota I re-read both of the Northwoods Companion books. They never cease to teach me something new.

[Jeanette · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this every spring and summer. What a delightas he is able to capture the north woods so well.

[Sherri Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would give this book 3 1/2 stars. It was an enjoyable read. I loved comparing what he was seeing with my summer in Grand Marais. Lots of good information too.