Books with author Ferguson Niall

Featuring 20 popular career profiles for students interested in the outdoors, Nature examines the various responsibilities for careers in this field in a full-color format.Careers profiled include:-Adventure travel specialists -Biologists -Botanists -Ecologists -Environmental engineers -Environmental technicians -Fish and game wardens -Foresters -Geologists -Land acquisition professionals -Land trust or preserve managers -Naturalists -Oceanographers -Park rangers -Range managers -Soil conservationists and technicians -Soil scientists -Tree experts -Wildlife photographers -Zoologists.

Each career article includes: - What they do--describes typical responsibilities, working conditions, and more- Education and training--explains how to prepare for a career and whether or not apprenticeships, internships, and degree or licensing requirements are necessary- Earnings--offers general information on average salary ranges and fringe benefits- Outlook--forecasts the future in terms of the expected rate of growth or decline of job openings and opportunities in the field- For More Info--a sidebar that lists pertinent organizations and contact information.Each career profile also contains one or more additional features that enhance the coverage of each career, including black-and-white photographs, sidebars and notes on interesting topics in the field, profiles of famous people in the field, words to learn, and more.

Environment, Second Edition gives students the tools they need to chart a future in an environmentally oriented career with up-to-date industry information, job profiles, and tips for career exploration. Job profiles include: Ecologists; Environmental engineers; Environmental lobbyists; Groundwater professionals; Land acquisition professionals; National Park Service employees; Oceanographers; Recycling coordinators; Renewable energy workers; Soil science and conservation workers.