It's a beautiful little bridge and I'd be very proud of it if it were mine. - Dr. Raymond Cook, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering: University of New Hampshire. Marvin Denmark, a builder and craftsman with 50+ years of experience, demonstrates the process he used to design and construct an 80 ft. long small cable suspension bridge. This book includes some suspension bridge history along with engineering considerations, then explains and illustrates with diagrams and full-color photos the step by step process that was used to complete the project. Anyone who is looking for ideas for a footbridge that is relatively easy to build without the use of heavy equipment or difficult to replace components may benefit from the design in this book.
wildcatman.wordpress.com, has excerpts from the book, a new cable locking system design, and a recent price list for parts for his bridge. A trailer for the cable locking system including video of the bridge building process is here: http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLXrzC9K5wQ

What's so great about Missouri? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Show-Me State We'll explore Missouri's thriving cities, popular parks, amazing museums, and fascinating history. The Missouri by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Missouri.

One summer day, Mia Louise went outside just to hear what all the birds had to say. In their songs, she found their beautiful words.

Learn about the unique sounds that a wide variety of birds create in this delightful and informative picture book.

One summer day, Mia Louise went outside just to hear what all the birds had to say. In their songs, she found their beautiful words.

Learn about the unique sounds that a wide variety of birds create in this delightful and informative picture book.

Africa is an amazing continent, with its vast array of wildlife and its ancient monuments. But did you know that the world's longest river is in Africa? Or that Africa has more countries than any other continent? Learn more about the diverse continent of Africa, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.