Hoofprints Across Time

About the Book

Have you ever wanted to step back in time and ride in a wilderness that was rich in history? Then come with me back to 1877 and follow a trail the Nez Perce traveled in search of freedom. General O.O. Howard had orders to move the Nim-ee-poo onto a reservation and force them to live under white man’s rules. Chief Joseph refused and led nine-hundred people and two-thousand Appaloosa horses on a flight to freedom for thirteen-hundred miles. The exodus took its toll with winter setting in, starvation, skirmishes with the Cavalry, and the loss of life. History has recorded the end of the trail and the outcome. But, to truly experience the Nez Perce National Historic Trail, you need to be in the saddle. This book will take you there, step by step by hoof print, boot, and moccasin, and your spirit will see the “Hoof Prints Across Time.”

About the Author

Christy’s horse career has taken her across the United States judging and internationally to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Germany, England, Italy, and France. She has authored articles in Horse and Rider magazine, Western Horseman, Appaloosa Journal, and the Paint Horse Journal. These articles cover topics on judging, training, breaking young horses, and mountain trail riding. Besides winning World and National titles in the show arena, and coaching her students to multiple championships as well, she believes every horse should get to see the real world. They need to experience life outside of the arena being ridden in the mountains and crossing rivers. Christy has been drawn to the history of the Appaloosa horse and the Nez Perce tribe who is credited for developing the Appaloosa breed. Her goal has been to ride the entire thirteen-hundred miles on the historic Chief Joseph Trail Ride. She accomplished this and is sharing her experience of this wonderful ride through her book “Hoof Prints Across Time.” Christy has also authored two other books, Your Best Horse Show, a guide for managers and exhibitors, and Ranger, the Little Horse with the Big Heart.