Kurt & Mari Kollman emigrate from Switzerland to the United States and following a vacation trip to Montana, they decide to build the first dude ranch in western New York State, a new business concept for the Northeast. The story develops as they find their dreams are not what they thought they would be.

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In Joan Clark's novel 'Connie Carl at Rainbow Ranch,' readers are transported to the rugged terrain of Rainbow Ranch, where Connie Carl navigates the challenges of running a homestead alone. The book's unique blend of adventure and introspection, as well as its vivid portrayal of the Canadian wilderness, make it a compelling read. Clark's precise prose and attention to detail create a rich literary tapestry that captures the essence of both the landscape and the protagonist's inner world. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Alberta, 'Connie Carl at Rainbow Ranch' offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the struggles of a determined young woman. Joan Clark's own experiences growing up in rural Canada likely influenced her portrayal of Connie's story, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. Readers interested in historical fiction, strong female characters, and a beautifully crafted setting will find 'Connie Carl at Rainbow Ranch' a captivating and rewarding read.

Visit www.burningrainbowfarm.com On a mission to build a peaceful, pot-friendly Shangri-La, Tom Crosslin and his lover Rollie Rohm founded Rainbow Farm, a well-appointed campground and concert venue tucked away in rural Southwest Michigan. The farm quickly became the center of marijuana and environmental activism in Michigan, drawing thousands of blue-collar libertarians and hippie liberals, evangelicals and militiamen to its annual hemp festivals. People came from all over the country to support Tom and Rollie's libertarian brand of patriotism: They loved America but didn't like the War on Drugs. As Rainbow Farm launched a popular statewide ballot initiative to change marijuana laws, local authorities, who had scarcely tolerated Rainbow Farm in the past, began an all-out campaign to shut the place down. Finally, in May 2001, Tom and Rollie were arrested for growing marijuana. Rollie's 11-year-old son, who grew up on Rainbow Farm, was placed in foster care - Tom would never see him again. Faced with mandatory jail terms and the loss of the farm, Tom and Rollie never showed up for their August court date. Instead, the state's two best-known pot advocates burned Rainbow Farm to the ground in protest. County officials called the FBI, and within five days Tom and Rollie were dead. Obscured by the attacks of September 11, their stories will be told here for the first time.