Bookish Thursday - Tales from a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry
Huzzah - Time for another book review for WOW-Women on Writing. This time it is Tales From A Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry. But first the business end of the review.
Book Summary
Tales From a Rogue Ranger is full of stories that speak to the comedy and tragedy of being a park ranger: a job that is nothing like you might imagine. Set against the stunning backdrop of California's American River Canyon, this is an engaging and wildly unusual read about the untamed life of a woman ranger. From a miner riding a mule to a young man lost in the system, these tales show the kaleidoscope of characters a park ranger encounters, giving the reader a fascinating look into a true ranger experience. Readers will laugh out loud, cry tears of sadness, and feel the greatest joy as they revel in this amazing book!
Publisher: Book Baby
Print length: 239 pages
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About the Author
Rosanne S. McHenry has worked as both a U.S. National Park Ranger and a California State Park Ranger. Her ranger experiences include the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Mount Rainier National Park, the Auburn State Recreation Area, Folsom Lake, Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, and Death Valley National Park, among others.
In her latest book, Tales From a Rogue Ranger, McHenry shares her experiences about the rough and tumble life of a patrol ranger near Auburn, California. A park ranger’s job is nothing like you might imagine! Set against the stunning backdrop of California’s American River Canyon, this is an engaging and wildly unusual read about the untamed life of a woman ranger.
McHenry, who also wrote Trip Tales: From Family Camping to Life as a Ranger, currently lives and works in Auburn, California, with her husband. The beautiful American River Canyon is adjacent to their home in the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
You can follow the author at:
Website: https://triptalesbook.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066900574228
Instagram: @askrangerrose https://www.instagram.com/AskRangerRose/
Now for my opinion...
First off, this is an easy read. Not only is it interesting, but with stories contained in separate chapters, it is a great book to pick up and put down. Like when you are a camping trip and relaxing around the campfire.
McHenry's book is proof the hardest job a ranger has isn't dealing with nature - the animals and environment. It's the humans! So actually, being a park ranger is more of keeping people from hurting themselves and other humans, rather than dealing with the four-legged animals.
If you have ever been to a state or national park, wanting to relax and view the wildlife, only to have the 'wildlife' be the rowdy crowd which is in the area next to where you are camping, you can understand what rangers have to deal with.
The book takes a humorous look at the experiences McHenry and her husband (also a ranger) have had over many years. And despite the downs, she managed to keep her sense of humor and patience with the two-legged animals she had to deal with.
So pick up this book for a humorous look into the life of a park ranger. And no, bison are not something you can pet. Bears are not cuddly. And excessive alcohol does not enhance your park experience!
But don't take my word for it. Check out these other reviews...
April 8th @ The Muffin
Join us at WOW as we celebrate the launch of Rosanne McHenry’s book Tales From a Rogue Ranger. Read an interview with the author and enter for a chance to win a copy of the book.
https://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com
April 9th @ What Is That Book About
Get the 411 on Tales From a Rogue Ranger, the story of life as a ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry.
www.facebook.com/whatisthatbookabout
April 10th @ Fancy That!
Summer's right around the corner! Get ready with Advice for a Road Trip to a National Park, a guest post by author Rosanne S. McHenry.
April 11th @ Words by Webb
Looking for a different kids of vacation read? Read a review of Rosanne McHenry's Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
April 12th @ Sara Trimble
Read of review of Rosanne McHenry's Tales From a Rogue Ranger today.
https://saratrimble.wordpress.com
April 15 @ A Storybook World
The spotlight is on Tales From a Rogue Ranger, a book about Rosanne McHenry's adventures as a park ranger.
https://www.astorybookworld.com/
April 18th @ Word Magic: All About Books
Rosanne S. McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger learned a lot during her days as a ranger. Today she shares How NOT to Get Bitten by a Gigantic Rattlesnake.
https://fionaingramauthor.blogspot.com
April 19th @ Pages and Paws
Stop by for a review of Rosanne S. McHenry's book Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Kristine and her canine reviewing partner Kimber.
April 20th @ The Shaggy Shepherd
Join Isabelle at The Shaggy Shepherd for a guest post about the Best National Parks for Families by Rosanne S. McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
https://theshaggyshepherd.wordpress.com/
April 22nd @ Beverley Baird
Learn Beverley's thoughts about Rosanne S. McHenry's latest book Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
https://beverleyabaird.wordpress.com
April 23rd @ Chapter Break
Stop by for an interview with Rosanne McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
April 24th @ Choices
Rosanne McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger, tells us how she learned to Succeed at a Job You Never Wanted
April 26th @ Beverley Baird
Stop by Beverley Baird's blog for a guest post by author Rosanne S. McHenry about how to choose which life stories "make the cut" in your memoir.
https://beverleyabaird.wordpress.com
April 26th @ The Faerie Review
The Faerie Review is spotlighting Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry.
https://www.thefaeriereview.com
April 27th @ Pages and Paws
Rosanne S. McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger, shares why being a ranger is Not Just a Walk in The Woods by sharing some animal rescues.
April 30th @ World of My Imagination
Read Nicole's review of Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne S. McHenry.
https://worldofmyimagination.com
May 2nd @ Sara Trimble
Stop by Sara Trimble's blog for a guest post on how to choose a book cover from Rosanne McHenry, author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
https://saratrimble.wordpress.com
May 9th @ Knotty Needle
Judy shares her thoughts on Rosanne McHenry's latest book: Tales From a Rogue Ranger.
http://knottyneedle.blogspot.com
May 11th @ Boys' Mom Reads!
Find out what a Boys' Mom thinks of Tales From a Rogue Ranger by Rosanne McHenry.
https://karensiddall.wordpress.com
May 12th @ Jill Sheet's Blog
Learn more about the author of Tales From a Rogue Ranger with an interview of Rosanne McHenry.
https://jillsheets.blogspot.com/
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