Woodland trees, flowers & fungi
A woodland walk is a wonderful way to get outdoors and explore nature. Featuring 61 different trees, flowers, ferns and fungi, this guide will help you find plants all year round.
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Harvestmen
Harvestmen are spider-like invertebrates common in late summer and autumn, although species are present all year. The 2nd edition of the FSC's fold-out guide to harvestmen covers all 34 species from Britain and Ireland.
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Seasons guide
From catkins in spring to redwings in winter, the FSC Seasons guide features signs of spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Night sky guide
A guide to the stars of spring, summer, autumn and winter, plus planets, stars and constellations. Co-created with the Society for Popular Astronomy.
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Ferns guide
From hart's tongue to hard fern, from oak fern to wall-rue, the FSC Ferns guide features the commonest 38 species of ferns found in Britain and Ireland.
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Fungi name trail guide
Quickly identify mushrooms and toadstools found in gardens, grassy places and woodlands. This is not a guide to edible fungi. Co-created with the British Mycological Society.
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Churchyard lichens guide
Identify over 50 common lichens found in churchyards in Britain, with photos and straightforward keys.
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Lichens on twigs guide
Identify 60 common lichens found growing on trees and shrubs in Britain, grouped according to growth form. Lichens are highly sensitive to subtle changes in environmental conditions.
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Spiders guide
Featuring 40 common spiders seen in homes, unheated outbuildings and around gardens. Also includes a concise guide to web shapes. Co-created with the British Arachnological Society.
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Non-native invasive plants guide
31 terrestrial plants restricted by UK and Irish legislation, including Perfoliate Alexanders, Pirri-pirri Bur, Skunk Cabbage, Japanese Knotweed, Variegated Yellow Archangel and Virginia Creeper.
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Foraging guide
Written by an experienced forest schools leader, FSC Foraging is a great guide to take on a walk with children. Featuring edible flowers, leaves, nuts, fruits, seeds and roots, it covers 25 of the most commonest and tastiest plants to find.