A hock angle and occasionally pastern angle were measured from a rear view of the horse. A hock greater than 180Â° represents âin at the hockâ (cow hock) and less than 180Â° represents bow-legged conformation.
North Carolina retirement consists of picturesque mountains, valleys, lakes, 300 miles of coastline, and challenging golf courses. Low state taxes, a cost of living that is below the national average, and four distinct seasons, have all helped to make this one of the best places in America for retirees.
Some quick facts about the North Country Trail: 1  Longest National Scenic Trail in the United States (4600 miles when complete) 2  Administered by the National Park Service. 3  Passes through 12 National Forests.  Created by Congress in 1980; already has more trail completed than the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is long.