RUTH CAROL CUSHMAN and STEPHEN R. JONES have coauthored several books, including one on prairies and two nature almanacs. Jones, a teacher and environmental consultant, has been recognized by the National Wildlife Federation as one of ten "volunteers who make a difference." Cushman, a retired reference librarian, is an avid camper and hiker who has written widely for outdoor magazines. STEPHEN R. JONES and RUTH CAROL CUSHMAN have coauthored several books, including one on prairies and two nature almanacs. Jones, a teacher and environmental consultant, has been recognized by the National Wildlife Federation as one of ten "volunteers who make a difference." Cushman, a retired reference… librarian, is an avid camper and hiker who has written widely for outdoor magazines.