This book is a MUST for the sheepwagon restorer.
Discover the rich history and traditions of the American sheepwagon with 'Sheepwagon: Home on the Range' by Nancy Weidel. This photo-intensive book is a must-have for restorers, enthusiasts, and historians alike.
Through years of interviews with sheepmen, women, herders, and wagon builders, Weidel brings the story of sheepwagons to life, covering their origins, evolution, and the unique lifestyle of sheepherders. Packed with vintage photos and expert insights, this book is an essential guide for anyone passionate about preserving the legacy of these iconic western vehicles.
OTHER RESOURCES:
- Sheepwagon Plans
- Full Size Sheepherder's Wagon Plans Drawn at 1/8" Scale
- The book "How I Built a Sheepherder's Wagon"
- Our customer and friend Bob Heavirland put together this great reference book while building his sheep wagon.
- Also check out our blog on Today's Sheepwagons--A Page out of the Past
Specifications
- 192 pages
- 10" L x 8" W x 1/2" H
- Softcover
CONTENTS:
PART ONE: THE STORY
- The Early Days of the Western Sheep Business
PART TWO: THE WAGON
- Inside the Basic Sheepwagon
- The Origins of the Sheepwagon
- Blacksmiths, Builders, and Women's Work
- The Commercial Manufacture of Sheepwagons
PART THREE: THE HERDING LIFE
- Traditional Sheepherders
- Sheepherding Practices and Tools
- The Basque
- Women in Sheepwagons
- Sheepherder Superstitions, Customs, and Pastimes
- Sheepwagons in War
- Modern-Day Sheepherders
PART FOUR: THE LEGACY
- Other Uses of Sheepwagons
- Today's Sheepwagon Restorers
- The Meaning of Sheepwaogns Today
END NOTES
INDEX
