The 10,000 Adventures of Minnesota Dan
Biking through Amish Country in Southern Minnesota
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About the Book
Join a true Minnesota kid who loves adventure and the outdoor life. The 10,000 Adventures of Minnesota Dan series of books take youngsters on extraordinary journeys. In this book third book in the series, Biking through Amish Country in Southern Minnesota, the story unfolds as Dan, biking with his pal Jay, have an encounter with a black bear, which suddenly appears on their bike path. One bike crashes in a ditch to avoid the bear and the front wheel is severely twisted. The boy, thrown over the handlebars, but unhurt, begins to mull-over how the wheel can be repaired. Will an Amish farmer come to the rescue? Will the journey end then and there or will they be able to continue?
Check out the other adventure books in the series, which entail Dan’s canoe ride with his golden retriever: a storm-filled sailing experience with his dad; and, his cross- country skiing adventure in mystical St. Yon’s Valley on the campus of Saint Mary’s University in Winona. We hope you will enjoy The 10,000 Adventures of Minnesota Dan.
About the Author
Born in New York City, H. R. Maly’s career spans over forty years as a teacher, university administrator, and consultant. Currently he is the chairman of Maly Executive Search, a firm specializing in executive level searches and placements for non-profit institutions in both the higher education and healthcare industries. He is a former professional athlete having played with both the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins organizations. He served on the board of the North Florida Susan G. Komen Affiliate, and is now an active member of the Ponte Vedra Beach, FL YMCA board of directors. Hank and his wife, Dr. Maggie Cabral-Maly, live in Florida and have five grown children and six grandchildren.