Horse Packing - Charles Johnson Post - Bog

Horse Packing: A Manual of Pack Transportation is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Johnson Post in 1914. The book is a complete reference for anyone who wants to learn about the art of packing horses for transportation. It covers everything from the basics of selecting and training pack animals to the intricacies of packing equipment and supplies for long journeys through rough terrain. The book is divided into twelve chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of horse packing. The first chapter provides an overview of the history and importance of horse packing, while the second chapter discusses the selection and care of pack animals. The third chapter explains the process of breaking and training pack horses, and the fourth chapter covers the various types of pack saddles and equipment. The remaining chapters of the book delve into more specific topics, such as the proper loading and balancing of packs, the use of hitches and knots, and the management of horses on the trail. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques described in the text. Overall, Horse Packing: A Manual of Pack Transportation is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of packing horses. Whether you are a seasoned packer or a novice, this book provides a wealth of information and practical advice that will help you safely and efficiently transport equipment and supplies on horseback.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.