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Brad Johnson
ParticipantHi Carl
The roll is the cross member that runs between the nose of each front runner. The pole is attached to the roll. The arm is what connects the front and rear bunks. Call me and I can explain further. Thanks.
-BradParticipantLars-
Where are you located? I am not looking but know of a few folks in northern New England who are looking for sound working animals. I think that your current pricing on a green broke mare with runaway issues, particularly at that age, is high. Just my two cents worth. Let me know if you want me to pass this info on – some of these folks are not computer types. Thanks.
-BradMay 25, 2017 at 8:43 pm in reply to: Firewood harvest service contract for horselogger in Stowe Vermont #90426ParticipantHi Carl-
I met with Allan and have a bid in to the Von Trapps. I am waiting to hear back from them. Thanks!
-BradParticipantThis kind of logging is a lost art now, with plenty of inherent risks. But, it can be rewarding work too. A sled full of wood sure goes good over ice…it might be worth considering if the wood is worth the work. Horses must be shod and caulked, and you should be as well. Starting with a single in loose rigging is where I would start, then see how is goes.
-BradParticipantJared-
I know you don’t want to spend too much, but check with Windy Ridge in Tamworth NH. They have them and are reasonable priced (603) 323-2323. Good luck!
-BradParticipantBen and Rachel-
Looks super to me. Can I sign up?Would be fun to catch up with you both at some point. We have bought a 100 acre woodlot in Northfield, VT and are making plans to build a house. What is new with you guys?
-BradNovember 13, 2016 at 2:29 pm in reply to: Small Farm price reduced – we want to find a farmer!!! #89661ParticipantFarm is under contract!
-BradParticipantLars-
Up till quite recently I was logging full time with my horses here in Central VT, and I have run singles and teams in the woods shod and bare. I can say for myself, with absolute certainty, that a shod horse is a better choice in the woods. Here are the advantages that shoes provide :
1. traction – around here there is little to no flat ground with trees, so all logs go up down and over to get to the landing. Shod horses have better traction for heavy pulls and also for braking on the steeper downhills. This is particularly helpful when using a log arch, which I am on most of the time in when there is not deep snow on the ground.
2. protection for their feet – I would not go to work everyday wearing bare feet or sneakers as my feet would take a beating and I do not do so with my team either. The shoes help protect the sole and hoof wall, both in the woods and also when I have to travel over pavement to get from the barn to the job. A well set set of shoes will not have any trouble over pavement.
3. confidence – a horse with good traction is a more confident horse at the end of the lines, particularly when backing in the woods with an arch or cart. Shoes allow the horse to work with the confidence needed to be successful.Now, there are downsides to shoeing:
1. Cost – if you can’t do your own you are looking at $400 every 8-10 weeks (around here anyways)
2. damage from nail holes to hoof walls and soles – I try to keep my team bare at least a month or two a year to let their hooves recover a bit and grow as the would naturally before I put shoes back on after mud season in the spring.For me, the benefits greatly exceed the downsides, and I keep my teams shod at all times when they are working commercially in the woods.
-BradParticipantLucky is a solid horse. I worked him in a pair with John’s mare and he is a dependable worker.
-BradParticipantLooks like the Meg will have a new home. Thanks.
ParticipantMeg is now free for the taking to a good home. We really need to get her moved as we are going to be moving before we know it…see the thread for more details.
-BradParticipantPrice reduced on the Halflinger to $500 with tack. I am going to hang onto the harness for now.
-BradParticipantRick-
The harrow has sold. I will call you as well today. Thanks.
-BradParticipantLog scoot has sold. Thanks.
-BradParticipantI will add, since several folks has asked, that we thought Meg was 10 when we brought her home 2.5 years ago, but our vet thought she was younger than that based on her teeth. So, I am not sure what her exact age is…
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