THE DROVE ROAD SUMMARY

The drovers had to overcome the problem of the long journey by providing enough food for the cattle. They have to rely on the food founded along the way. They also have great skills in maneuvering the herds which often spread out over considerable distances by riding the horses. The drovers had to be careful so that the cattle will not stray into private land, if not they have to pay for the damage. The drovers had to be on the look out for farm and blow a horn to warn the farmer to prevent the herd from getting mixed up. Cattle are easily frightened by sudden loud noises. It take hours to calm and reassemble them. The drovers will face the robbers who might attack them and the herds. The drovers need to have knowledge of the temperament of the animals to judge how far and how fast to drive them so that they will not be overdriven.