One Tragedy Per Trip: Dude Ranch Edition

By Heather Veatch

Heather and her husband, Charles, set off for the Smoky Mountains expecting scenic horseback rides, home-cooked meals, and a peaceful western getaway. Instead, they found themselves in the middle of bucking horses, yellow jacket attacks, a dramatic employee walkout, water shortages, and a cattle drive that seemed determined to go off the rails.

Along the way, they met an unforgettable cast of characters-from hard-working wranglers and quirky guests to a ranch owner whose larger-than-life personality kept everyone guessing what would happen next.

Told with humor, honesty, and a deep appreciation for the people who make these unique vacations possible, One Tragedy Per Trip: Dude Ranch Edition proves that the best travel stories are rarely the ones where everything goes according to plan.

If you've ever dreamed of spending a week on a dude ranch-or simply enjoy travel memoirs filled with unforgettable characters, unexpected mishaps, and plenty of laughter-saddle up for an adventure you'll never forget.

Because every tragedy eventually becomes a great story.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H8PSRYC2
• ISBN13: 9798185187500
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"