British Columbia has generated a substantial body of literature about its natural history and landscapes. A few titles worth packing:
- Moon Handbooks: British Columbia by Andrew Hempstead — the most comprehensive practical guide to the province, covering cities, wilderness, and everything between.
- Plants of Coastal British Columbia by Jim Pojar & Andy MacKinnon — the definitive field guide for the coast and rainforest.
- Best Hikes & Walks in British Columbia by Dawn Hanna — well-organized trail coverage from easy walks to serious backcountry routes.
- Wonderful Life: The Burgess Shale and the Nature of Life by Stephen Jay Gould — essential reading if you're visiting Yoho National Park and the Cambrian fossil beds near Field.