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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

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Hiking the Four Corners

$24.95

Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2026·Paperback

A comprehensive guide to the best hikes across the spectacular Four Corners region, where Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico meet. Covers iconic landscapes from canyon country to high desert mesas.

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Best Hikes St. Louis

$24.95

Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2026·Paperback

Discover the best trails in and around St. Louis, from wooded river bluffs to open prairies. A go-to resource for local hikers and visitors looking to explore the Gateway City's natural surroundings.

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Best Easy Day Hikes Grand Staircase-Escalante and the Glen Canyon Region

$14.95

Falcon 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.

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Hiking Ozarks

$24.95

Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2025·Paperback

Explore the rugged hollows, clear streams, and forested ridges of the Ozarks with this thorough trail guide. Covers the best hikes across Missouri and Arkansas in one of the Midwest's most beloved wild regions.

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Hiking Grand Staircase-Escalante & the Glen Canyon Region

$24.95

Falcon 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.

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Best Easy Day Hikes the Four Corners

$12.95

Falcon 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.

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Best Bike Rides Albuquerque and Santa Fe

$21.95

Falcon 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.

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Best Easy Day Hikes Missouri Ozarks

$9.95

Falcon Guides·By JD Tanner and Emily Tanner·2012·Paperback

A pocket-sized guide to the most enjoyable and accessible day hikes in the Missouri Ozarks. Features clear trail descriptions and practical information for getting outside in this beautiful region.

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Best Easy Day Hikes Springfield, Missouri

$9.95

Falcon 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.

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Best Easy Day Hikes St. Louis

$9.95

Falcon 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.

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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.

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Best Hikes Near Albuquerque

$21.95

Falcon 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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