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A one-of-a-kind visual guide to identifying Pacific Northwest trees and shrubs in winter • Covers 50 deciduous species • Detailed images provide easy and accurate IDs • Great stocking-stuffer for foragers, naturalists, and gardeners Winter Twigs of the Pacific Northwest turns the bare, quiet winter months into a season of discovery. When leaves disappear and forests seem still, expert forager Natalie Hammerquist encourages us to take a closer look and uncover the hidden world of color, texture, and detail in dormant trees and shrubs. This accessible, visually rich guide shows readers how to distinguish and identify dozens of deciduous trees and shrubs found in the Pacific Northwest. From buckthorn to Oregon ash to thimbleberry, learn to identify twigs, bud shapes, bark patterns, branch forms, and any lingering berries, leaves, or cones. Each profile features Hammerquist’s signature macro photography and clear annotations, along with notes to deepen your appreciation for each plant, including edible or medicinal uses, wildlife value, growing at home, and traditional crafts. Designed for foragers, hikers, gardeners, and nature lovers of all levels, this pocket-sized book turns cold, leafless walks into engaging adventures, helping readers confidently recognize and appreciate the resilient trees and shrubs that shape the winter landscape.