Rhoda Ritter has been involved with horses for as long as she can remember. She helped in the planning of the Michigan Shore-to-Shore trail which stretches 210 miles from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron, and was instrumental in organizing the 250 mile endurance races held on the trail between 1981 and 1991. She also founded Voice of the Horse in the 1970's, a successful anti-cruelty association.
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TODAYS QUESTION:
How do you safely picket a horse?

ANSWER:
Picketing refers to tying a horse for an extended period while out riding or horse camping. (More than the casual lead line thrown over a branch during a lunch break! )You should have about 30 feet of cotton rope and a 10 foot cotton lead line at least 3/4" in diameter. Use cotton rather than nylon to avoid the possibility of nasty rope burns. Tie the cotton picket rope 10 feet up between two trees about 15 feet apart. Your horses lead rope should then be tied with a quick release knot to the middle of the picket rope and should allow his nose to just touch the ground so he can reach his food and lie down to rest. To avoid a possible rope burn, polo wraps or shipping boots are nice if you are camping with your rig and can carry extra equipment. Never leave your horse unattended!



The Complete Guide to Endurance Riding and Competition
by Donna Snyder-Smith, Valerie Kanavy

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Shore to Shore on the Michigan Riding & Hiking Trail


by Rhoda Ritter

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True stories and adventures of how the Michigan Riding and Hiking Trail came to be. More than 90 pictures were pulled from old albums to bring back memories of the good old days. Hand drawn maps show the changes in the trail over 32 years along with step by step descriptions of each days ride. The book also tells about the 7 endurance races run over the 250 miles from Oscoda to Empire. A fun read for those who were involved and those who wish they'd been! Also a great resource for anyone planning to ride the trail!

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Paperback, 231 pages
Published by The River Oupost
Publication date: June 1996
ISBN: 09651614-0-4

Trail Riding Western Montana
by Carellen Smith-Barnett

Trail Riding Western Montana is the only trial guide written specifically for the Big Sky State's horseback riders and is chock-full of tips on the best trails for horses, equine first aid, and preparing yourself and your horse for the rigors of backcountry riding. Trail descriptions, maps, and photos provide first-hand information for short day rides and extended pack trips.

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Published by Falcon Publishing Company
Publication date: May 1997
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Horseman's Guide to Michigan's Trails Directory to Over 65 Trails

by John Faitel

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An excellent book for anyone wanting to discover Michigan's extensive horse trails. Each section has a description of the trail, facilities, directions to the trail, and excellent maps. Very well organized and easy to use. Covers over 65 trails in the upper and lower peninsulas, including the well known Michigan Shore-to-Shore trail.

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Paperback, 143 pages
Published by JF Press
Publication date: 1996
ISBN: 09650276-0-0

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