Horsing Around Wisconsin


Book Description

Discover the world of horseback riding with this definitive, comprehensive guide, which is packed with information on getting started, riding apparel and equipment, how to choose a horse, who to choose an instructor, and more. Includes detailed descriptions of Wisconsin's 85 equestrian trails, distinctive maps for each major trail, amenities, contact information, and summaries of the state's approximately 260 riding stables.




Love Horsing Around


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Alisa Highland’s love for horses and barrel racing has been put through a lot since coming off a suspension from the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association. Hardships and obstacles push her to her limits, and she turns to the cowboys to make ends meet to save her ranch. Dr. Lance Rangle, her ex-fiancé, returns to help his father with the veterinarian clinic. An emergency visit brings Alisa and him, face-to-face. Their encounter reveals they still have feelings for each other. The past lunges forward, and their unfinished business comes front and center. Will their love be enough to survive life’s new hurdles?




Wisconsin Horse Trails


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This book is a comprehensive travel guide to over 100 public horseback riding trails and campgrounds in Wisconsin. Trail riding enthusiasts can explore more than 1,500 miles of recreational trails. Privately owned equestrian trails and campgrounds are featured in the various ads throughout the book. This is a user-friendly guide, full-size, full-color, and spiral binding. Planning your riding experiences is easy with the regional layout of the book, allowing the rider to completely explore all the equestrian trails in any particular area. The book includes trail details, maps, where to eat, where to stay, local contact information, and pages for your own notes. In addition, the book contains educational articles dealing with equestrian trail issues, such as riding responsibly, volunteerism, trail problems and solutions, and working with land managers to benefit equestrian trails. Horsemen and women will find this a valuable tool in planning a horseback riding vacation in Wisconsin.




Horsing Around in New Jersey


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Arline Zatz has writtenthe first guidebook to everything equine in the Garden State: Horsing Around in New Jersey. This accessible, easy-to-use volume is essential reading for the novice who yearns to go horseback riding but doesn't know how or where to begin; for the experienced equestrian seeking new trails and campsites; for anyone wishing to attend an equestrian event; and for those seeking a job in the equestrian field, which already employs nearly 6,000 New Jerseyans. The industry generates more than 650 million dollars in annual revenue. Millions of people attend equine events in New Jersey each year. The U.S. Equestrian team makes its home there, and New Jersey's state animal is the horse. Zatz tells readers--including those with disabilities--where they can take lessons, rent a horse, and prepare for riding. She includes safety and first aid tips. Horse history and breeds common to New Jersey are discussed, as are health concerns, including diseases, preventative medicine, and emergency care. The book showcases New Jersey's eighty-five equestrian trails and covers information on where to obtain riding permits and their accompanying rules and regulations. There is advice for both new horse owners and renters, including recommendations on tack and clothing, stable management, and horse adoption. The book acquaints readers with year-round equine entertainment opportunities, and offers dozens of suggestions on where to watch or participate in sports on horseback. Zatz lists equine education programs for all ages, and outlines numerous employment opportunities within the equine industry. The book concludes with a glossary of common horse industry terminology, a listing of national equine associations and breed registries, equipment sources, and equine publications for further reading.




Wisconsin Waterfalls


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Venture into the woods and hike along the rivers in search of Wisconsin's beautiful waterfalls. This book features full-color photos and descriptions of more than 80 falls, including some just across the borders. The perfect family activity, waterfall hunting is quiet, peaceful and a perfect way to spend time outdoors.




Wisconsin Wild Foods


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"Eating wildfoods is an act of union, of communion, with the earth. Passing from nature's hands to your own, wildfoods are the freshest, purest, and healthiest form of sustenance around." That spirit resounds through this celebration of Wisconsin fish and game cookery. From Camp-Style Trout to Door County Duck with Cherries, from Rabbit Cacciatore to Eastern European specialties like bigos and halushki, John Motoviloff presents enticing recipes for everything in your creel or game bag. Experience the adventure of Wisconsin Wildfoods! Book jacket.




The Great Wisconsin Touring Book


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Road trip through Wisconsin, stopping along the way to admire the spectacular view or visit a historical site. The guide features a special insert of color photos, along with detailed maps and descriptions of some of the most scenic roads in the Badger State.




Biking Illinois


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From Chicago's magnificent lakefront to the mountain trails of the Shawnee National Forest, no state has more varied terrain for the cyclist than Illinois. Large, full-detail maps guide you confidently on city streets or prairie back roads, and concise, entertaining trail descriptions make your bicycle adventure come alive. Includes 60 rides for cyclists of all ability levels, tips on where to find water, snacks, lodging, repairs, fascinating notes that help you appreciate the nature and history along the trail, and much more.




North Woods Cottage Cookbook


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"North Woods Cottage Cookbook" by Jerry Minnich will give you more than 180 recipes that will make your cottage cooking easy and tasty.




Great Midwest Country Escapes


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Visit farms that bring you back to simpler times, sample home-cooked foods, tour museums and mansions that reveal how people lived more than a hundred years ago with this guide to 45 tours in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Discover the beauty of the Dairy State, explore the roots of Minnesota's Scandinavian heritage, savor fantastic flavors of the Hawkeye State's specialty markets, visit a bison or Ilama ranch in the Prairie State, experience Hoosier hospitality, and satisfy your sweet tooth at Michigan's cherry orchards and sugar farms.