The Interpreter’s Handbook Series is a collection of guidebooks developed for students and practitioners of heritage interpretation. Each book is designed to provide comprehensive, easy-to-use, and visual tools for conducting effective interpretive communication in parks, visitor centers, historic sites, museums, zoos, and other recreational sites. The authors have developed and instructed interpretation courses at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point for over 30 years. All proceeds from the sale of these books directly support the university's environmental education and interpretation program.
Books Available to Order
Three books in the Interpreter's Handbook Series are currently available for purchase:
- The Interpreter's Guidebook: Techniques for Programs and Presentations—Fourth Edition (2015). Jim Buchholz, Brenda Lackey, Michael Gross, and Ron Zimmerman
- Interpretive Centers: The History, Design, and Development of Nature and Visitor Centers (2002). Michael Gross and Ron Zimmerman.
- Signs, Trails, and Wayside Exhibits: Connecting People and Places—Third Edition (2006). Michael Gross, Ron Zimmerman, and Jim Buchholz.
Books Out-of-Print
Several books have been retired from the series, but may still be available as used copies. There are no plans to reprint the following books.
- Making the Right Connections: A Guide for Nature Writers (1988). James Heintzman, Michael Gross, and Ron Zimmerman
- Creating Environmental Publications: A Guide to Writing and Designing for Interpreters and Environmental Educators (1991). Jeffrey Zehr, Michael Gross, and Ron Zimmerman