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Our work spans recreation management, outdoor education, leadership, conservation, and applied research. We bring both practical field experience and research-informed approaches to our consulting work.
Guidebooks
Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Staircase-Escalante and the Glen Canyon Region
$14.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2025·Paperback
An accessible guide to the most rewarding day hikes in one of America's most remote and stunning landscapes. Perfect for visitors seeking the best of Grand Staircase-Escalante without an extended backcountry commitment.
Hiking Grand Staircase-Escalante & the Glen Canyon Region
$24.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2018·Paperback
The definitive hiking guide to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and the Glen Canyon region. Features detailed trail descriptions, maps, and essential information for exploring this vast and breathtaking landscape.
Best Easy Day Hikes the Four Corners
$12.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2016·Paperback
A concise guide to the most accessible and rewarding day hikes at the Four Corners, covering highlights across Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Ideal for families and first-time visitors to the region.
Best Bike Rides Albuquerque and Santa Fe
$21.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner, Emily Tanner, and Shey Lambert·2015·Paperback
The essential guide to cycling in New Mexico's two most vibrant cities. From paved urban paths to challenging mountain singletrack, this guide covers the best rides in and around Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
Best Easy Day Hikes Springfield, Missouri
$9.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2012·Paperback
A handy guide to the best short hikes near Springfield, Missouri. Covers trails through the Ozark foothills and surrounding natural areas, perfect for locals and visitors looking to explore on foot.
Best Easy Day Hikes St. Louis
$9.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2010·Paperback
A pocket-sized guide to the most accessible and enjoyable day hikes in and around St. Louis. Perfect for families and casual hikers looking to explore the natural areas of the Gateway City.
East of Yellowstone: A Hiker's Guide to the Cody Country
Independent·By JD Tanner·2013·Paperback
A hiker's guide to the spectacular backcountry east of Yellowstone, exploring the trails and wild landscapes of the Cody Country in Wyoming.
Best Hikes Near Albuquerque
$21.95Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Ressler-Tanner·2013·Paperback
The essential guide to the best hikes in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico. From the Sandia Mountains to the Rio Grande bosque, this Falcon Guide covers a wide range of trails for all ability levels.
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