A new collection of photographs and essaysdocuments the central Appalachian Mountains. Amid the misty ridges and valleys of Appalachia live some of Maryland’s rarest animal and plant life.

The book is The Central Appalachians: Mountains of the Chesapeake. Mark Hendricks' photos capture hiding salamanders, rare plant life and the shifting seasons across the ancient Appalachian Mountain ranges.

We ask Hendricks about finding the right shot, his connection to the region documented in his new book and tips for new nature photographers.

Listen to Hendricks discuss his work at Backwater Books, in Ellicott City, on April 21 and at the Annapolis Book Festival on April 27.

(Photograph by Mark Hendricks)

A new collection of photographs and essays documents the central Appalachian Mountains. Amid the misty ridges and valleys of Appalachia live some of Maryland’s rarest animal and plant life.
The book is <a href="https://schifferbooks.com/products/the-central-appalachians">The Central Appalachians: Mountains of the Chesapeake</a>. Mark Hendricks' photos capture hiding salamanders, rare plant life and the shifting seasons across the ancient Appalachian Mountain ranges.
We ask Hendricks about finding the right shot, his connection to the region documented in his new book and tips for new nature photographers.
<a href="https://backwaterbooks.com/event/2024-04-21/author-talk-mark-hendricks-presents-central-appalachians">Listen to Hendricks discuss his work</a> at Backwater Books, in Ellicott City, on April 21 and at the <a href="https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival/authors">Annapolis Book Festival </a>on April 27.
(Photograph by Mark Hendricks)

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On The Record is co-hosted by Sheilah Kast and Ashley Sterner. Sheilah and Ashley are excited to share conversations with audacious artists, intrepid scientists, community leaders and more. And of course, tales from the beloved Stoop Storytelling Series!
Currently, you'll hear On The Record on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and the full hour of NPR's Morning Edition on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
On The Record is produced by Maureen Harvie and Melissa Gerr. Theme music created by Jon Ehrens. Logo designed by Louis Umerlik.
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