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A History of Dog Sledding in New England

Author : Bruce D. Heald PhD

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 143 pages

File Size : 18,66 MB

Release : 2011-10-25

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1614238464

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Sled dogs trot through expanses of sparkling white snow, pulling a musher and energetically surging with the command, "Let's go!" From puppies to seasoned competitors, sled dogs partner with mushers in a passionate pursuit of a great racing tradition. The renowned and formidable Laconia World Championship Sled Dog Derby, the New England Sled Dog Club and famous drivers like Dr. Charles Belford--who came in fifth place at Laconia at the age of seventeen--helped solidify the fame of New England sled dog trails. Historian Bruce D. Heald celebrates the best of the sport in the region, from the feats of legendary Arthur Walden and his famous Chinook dogs to the Siberian huskies' contribution to the World War II effort. Join Heald as he charts the legacy of this remarkable sport.



Travelers of the Cold

Author : Dominique Cellura

Publisher :

Page : 159 pages

File Size : 20,50 MB

Release : 1990

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 9780882403748

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Book Description

History of the northern sled dog, sleds and sled racing in the Arctic and Alaska, including the Iditarod, All-Alaska Sweepstakes and Yukon Quest.



What's a Dog For?

Author : John Homans

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 273 pages

File Size : 33,9 MB

Release : 2013-10-29

Category : Pets

ISBN : 0143124129

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As dogs take their place as coddled family members and their numbers balloon to over 77 million in the United States alone, it’s no surprise that canine culture is undergoing a massive transformation. Now subject to many of the same questions of rights and ethics as people, the politics of dogs are more tumultuous and public than ever—with fierce moral battles raging over kill shelters, puppy mills, and breed standards. Incorporating interviews and research from scientists, activists, breeders, and trainers, What’s a Dog For? investigates how dogs have reached this exalted status, and why they hold such fascination for us humans.



Sled Dogs Run

Author : Jonathan London

Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Page : 40 pages

File Size : 26,66 MB

Release : 2005-03-01

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0802789579

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Book Description

A young girl trains her husky puppies until her first solo run as a musher.



Insight Guides New England

Author : Insight Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 1066 pages

File Size : 42,68 MB

Release : 2015-06-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1780058764

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Book Description

Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure Insight Guide New England will give you the best advice and inspiration for planning your perfect getaway. Plan the perfect trip with Insight Guides' unique combination of inspiring photos, absorbing narrative and detailed maps. Lively features on New England's history and culture provide an in-depth introduction to what makes the region unique, while stunning photography captures its people, landscape, flora and fauna. This guide will leave you breathless as you explore the mountains of Vermont, the shores of Maine, and the islands of Massachusetts. Our detailed maps are cross-referenced to the text, so you'll always know what to look for, whether it's the best spot to catch the colourful fall foliage or where to find the best microbreweries and seafood restaurants. The travel tips section is packed with useful information on transport, climate, festivals and outdoor activities, and provides answers to such questions as when to go and what to budget for your trip. Planning to spend a few days or more in Boston? Why not buy our City Guide Boston, the perfect companion to Insight Guide New England. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-color print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travelers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine



Insight Guides New England (Travel Guide eBook)

Author : Insight Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 824 pages

File Size : 25,41 MB

Release : 2018-06-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1786719630

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Book Description

Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of New England, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Cape Cod National Seashore and the Freedom Trail, as well as hidden cultural gems. Insight Guide New England is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring the region's national parks, to discovering its finest museums In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on The Puritan Tradition, Literature and Sports and Outdoor activities, all written by local experts Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - this guide comes with a free eBook, and an app that highlights top attractions and regional information and is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.



Day Trips® New England

Author : Maria Olia

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 401 pages

File Size : 34,78 MB

Release : 2014-05-20

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1493010328

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Book Description

Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips New England. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive to and from many top New England destiations. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips New England helps makes the most of a brief getaway.



Soldiers & Sled Dogs

Author : Charles L. Dean

Publisher : Bison Books

Page : 129 pages

File Size : 15,37 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Pets

ISBN : 9780803217287

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Sled dogs have been serving humans since they were first tamed and broken to the trace thousands of years ago. Their history of supporting soldiers is much more recent and, for all its drama and heroism, remains little known. This hundred-year history of canine military service from the frozen reaches of Alaska to the snowy battlefields of World Wars I and II is told fully for the first time in this book by former army officer and longtime sled dog aficionado Charles L. Dean. By way of original army documents, interviews with the last living dog drivers, and never before published photographs, Dean’s book tells a story that begins in Alaska, traverses two world wars and the Cold War era, and ends in the present-day Danish sledge patrol in Greenland. Here are the sled dogs drafted from Alaska and trained by French troops for use in the Vosges Mountains; improvised alpine sled dogs used by the Italians in the Great War; those deployed by the German SS in World War II; and others training in Montana’s Camp Rimini, Colorado’s Camp Hale, and Nebraska’s Fort Robinson. From the nitty-gritty of the making of a canine division to the high drama of dogs conducting daring rescues and parachuting to their destinations, this book richly supplies a missing chapter in military history and in the story of man’s best friend at war.



DAY TRIPS NEW ENGLAND: GETAWAY IDEA 2ED

Author : Maria Olia

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 403 pages

File Size : 39,70 MB

Release : 2014-05-20

Category : Travel

ISBN : 149301031X

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Book Description

Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips New England. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive to and from many top New England destiations. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips New England helps makes the most of a brief getaway.



Yukon Quest

Author : Lew Freedman

Publisher : Epicenter Press

Page : 228 pages

File Size : 22,52 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Iditarod (Race)

ISBN : 9781935347057

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Over beer and hamburgers at the Two Rivers Lodge near Fairbanks, Alaska, a small group of mushers conceived a gutsy idea for a new sled dog race that would be more challenging than any other marathon race in the Far North. In 1984, mushers organized the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race between Fairbanks and Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. Soon, mushers adopted an unofficial race motto, "Survive first, race second." The Quest trail boasts fewer checkpoints, longer wilderness runs, and more campouts. The trail crosses three mountain passes, including the dreaded 3,685-foot Eagle Summit, a killer of mushers' dreams. Outdoor survival skills and self reliance are on a par with commercial sponsorships and high-tech sleds and mushing gear. Yukon Quest is an exciting, inspirational story full of bigger-than-life characters told by Lew Freedman, best-selling author of eight books about sled-dog racing. Includes a list of race champions, names of all finishers, and 16 pages of photos.



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