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Just went thru a 2003 copy of the Idaho State drivers manual,  found the 
following info:

Open range:
Horses, cattle, sheep, goats and other livestock under controlled movement 
over a highway or road have the right of way in Idaho.   When you meet or 
overtake any livestock herds, be careful and cooperate with the workers in 
charge.
Another paragraph states the Open Range rules saying livestock has the right 
of way almost every where out side city limits.   In case you strike any 
livestock the owner is not liable for damages, but the driver may be liable.

In another section   :  Horseback riders;    People riding horses are 
allowed to use most public roads.  They also have the same rights as motor 
vehicle operators and must obey the same rules.     (It does not say "keep 
to the right" but assume this is what is meant)
Next paragraph says;       When approaching someone riding a horse, take 
care to avoid frighenting the animal--slow down and allow plenty of room 
when passing.   Never sound your horn because you may frighten the horse and 
cause an accident.  If you encounter a rider that is having difficulty 
controlling an animal, be sure to use extreme caution when going around 
them. Stop if necessary to prevent becoming a part of the hazard.


It's clear who ever wrote the manual was familar with livestock.   (Bet this 
wording hasn't changed in many, many, years)
My experience  tells me very few drivers read or obey the rules today.

Don't find any other references to horses in this manual.     Idaho has 
pretty good rules, but they sure aren't in most drivers practices.   I've 
been yelled at more than once that horses have no right to be on a road. 
(Try hard not to be, hate it)




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