Katy Clark
Our Seattle Program Bookstore Sale is happening through the month of December! From guides that teach you how to read the language of trees to stories of high-alpine grit, our bookstore is stocked with titles for readers and adventurers of all interests and skill levels. Whether you're seeking the thrill of winter peaks, the comfort of family play in the woods, the joy of discovering edible mushrooms, or simply a deeper connection with the natural world, we have a book to inspire your next step.
- 25% off all books
- 35% off book bundles
- 50% off book 'seconds'
- 40% off merchandise
Our Seattle Program Center Bookstore (located at 7700 Sand Point Way NE) is open Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm.
Can’t decide what your next adventure should be? Check out some of our recommendations!
See Your Neighborhood Forest More Clearly
The Trees Around You
How to Identify Common Neighborhood Trees in the Pacific Northwest
by Casey Clapp
Arborist Casey Clapp shares his knowledge and enthusiasm in this first-ever field guide of common urban tree species in the Pacific Northwest. Clapp’s guide – featuring 350 native and nonnative species – leads readers through key clues for tree identification with line drawings, a calendar of flowering times, and over 1,400 photos.
Play Outdoors With Creativity
Sticks, Stones & Pinecones
Games to Play in Nature
by Jennifer Ball
This portable, charmingly illustrated book features 37 board and other games (plus a robust collection of riddles) that can be played anywhere you go. All of the games are easy to set up and require only materials you can sustainably forage around you, such as pinecones, pebbles, sand, leaves, and twigs. You might not even have to leave your camp chair!
Explore the Myths Behind Real Mountains
Imaginary Peaks
The Riesenstein Hoax and Other Mountain Dreams
by Katie Ives
Using an infamous deception about a fake mountain range in British Columbia as her starting point, Alpinist editor Katie Ives explores the lure of blank spaces on the map and the value of the imagination. In Imaginary Peaks, Katie details the cartographical mystery of the Riesenstein Hoax within the larger context of climbing history and the seemingly endless quest for newly discovered peaks and claims of first ascents.
Follow a Life of Wild Exploration
Way Out There
Adventures of a Wilderness Trekker
by J.R. Harris
In 1966 the young New Yorker J.R. impulsively drove his VW Beetle across the country to Alaska, searching for an answer to a simple question: What is it like to be way out there? How this happened, whom he met, and what he encountered along the way became the foundation for a lifelong attraction to trekking and adventure travel. Subsequent chapters chronologically explore some of J.R.’s many journeys, revealing an enduring wanderlust honed by his emerging maturity and outdoor skills.
Learn the Craft of Ice and Mixed Climbing
Ice & Mixed Climbing
Improve Technique, Safety, and Performance, 2nd Edition
by Will Gadd
The ultimate guide to techniques, tools, and training for all levels of ice and mixed climbers, this comprehensive, deeply revised second edition of Ice & Mixed Climbing offers aspiring and experienced climbers alike the inspirational stories and cutting-edge insights that have made Will Gadd one of the most sought-after instructors in the world.
Discover Edible Mushrooms Across the PNW
Fruits of the Forest
A Field Guide to Pacific Northwest Edible Mushrooms
by Daniel Winkler
With details for harvesting everything from the ever-popular golden chanterelles to the red-cracked bolete, Fruits of the Forest will appeal to both the novice and the avid mushroom hunter. Comprehensive yet accessible and full of personality, this full-color field guide features where and when to find mushrooms, how to store and prep different varieties, tips for differentiating look-alike species, and more.
Understand a River’s Past and Future
Big River
Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin
by David Moskowitz and Eileen Delehanty Pearkes
As the Columbia River region comes to terms with the unsustainable nature of our relationship with the watershed, and local Indigenous nations renew their efforts to steward their territories, we are reaching a new inflection point. In Big River, award-winning photographer David Moskowitz and writer Eileen Delehanty illuminate the hydrogeology, beauty, and activity of the Columbia River, while also highlighting current challenges facing the region and the people working on sustainable solutions.
Experience What It Takes to Climb in Winter
Winter 8000
Climbing the World’s Highest Mountains in the Coldest Season
by Bernadette McDonald
While you wouldn’t expect climbing an 8000-meter peak in winter to be a popular activity, there have been 178 expeditions (as of 2019) to the Himalaya and Karakoram during the cruelest season to do just that. Award-winning author Bernadette McDonald traveled extensively to interview many of the climbers featured in this book, and her ability to tap into emotions and family histories lend Winter 8000 an intimacy too often lacking in mountaineering histories.
Observe Wildlife with Skill and Respect
The Naturalist's Companion
A Field Guide to Observing and Understanding Wildlife
by Dave Hall
Through exhaustive time in the field, author Dave Hall has developed a comprehensive understanding of nature awareness and refined his skills to enhance any time spent outdoors. Through personal anecdotes and detailed explanations, Hall teaches the principles and ethics of stealth walking, calling, tracking, interpreting basic animal behavior, and more. Each chapter concludes with exercises prompting readers to study and put these skills into use.
Bring Artful Adventure Into Your Home
The Wild Lines of Jeremy Collins 2026
12-Month Wall Calendar
This striking 2026 wall calendar features award-winning artist and climber Jeremy Collins’s hand-drawn art inspired by his travels from the banks of the Amazon River in Brazil to the peaks of Nepal to the sunlit canopy of California’s redwoods.
Fuel Your Winter Days Outdoors
Ski Snacks
Easy, Tasty Recipes for Powder Days and Mountain Adventures
by Lily Krass Ritter and Max Ritter
Ski Snacks is a fun, easy-to-use cookbook that celebrates mountain culture and winter sports while encouraging community through food. Every recipe uses fresh ingredients, provides plenty of energy for long days, and is designed for easy preparation and portability.
