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Laurel Hill to Newton, North Carolina
Mr. Green owner of Greens Cycles, and a Deputy with the Lincoln County Sheriffs Department chatted with Bill while he got ready to ride for the day (I had the officers name written down but the paper got lost. I do remember that he has retired a couple of times and according to Mr. Green he is " …
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Follow Up Status etc.
Right now we're in Yadkinville North Carolina. Looks like its gonna be a late start today. We stayed at the Days in here in town so we could shower, get Internet and sleep in a bed for a change. Bill is resetting some shoes on Blackie right now. I guess the nails he used to put the last pair of shoe …
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Golden Valley to Laurel Hill, NC - Day 4
The weather on the forth day was a little cloudy, though it wasn't nearly as cold as it had been. Corporal Hardin and a fellow office arrived as we were preparing for the day. The Community Club door had been opened for our use, and I was preparing coffee and oatmeal. Corporal Hardin was unable to e …
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Rutherfordton to Golden Valley, NC - Day 3
Tuesday morning was sunny and chilly. As we prepared to leave, Lt. Adkins arrived to take us to a place where we can get showers. A good hot shower is always welcome! Back at the church, Bill waited his turn and chatted with some folks. When Jon and I get him to go shower, we saddle Blackie and pick …
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Tryon to Rutherfordton, NC - Day 2
Since our first stop in Tyon, we have camped out everyday. We made our way down 108 on to Rutherfordton. Lt. Chris Adkins with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Dept met Jon and I at a gas station at the intersection of Hwy 9 and Hwy 108. The Lt. and I learned that the mounted patrol was planni …
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Day 2 through 5 Pictures; Stories Tomorrow
Laurel Hill to Newton, NC - Day 5 - 35 items Golden Valley to Laurel Hill, NC - Day 4 - 6 items Rutherfordton to Golden Valley, NC - Day 3 - 6 items Tryon to Rutherfordton, NC - Day 2 - 19 items
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Day 2 through 5 Pictures; Storys Tomorrow
Laurel Hill to Newton, NC - Day 5 - 35 items Golden Valley to Laurel Hill, NC - Day 4 - 6 items Rutherfordton to Golden Valley, NC - Day 3 - 6 items Tryon to Rutherfordton, NC - Day 2 - 19 items
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Sunday Ride to Tryon: DC Ride Day 1
Sunday, the 13th of April, turned out to be a beautiful day for a ride, despite all of the weather forecasts calling for rain. When we arrived at our Starting point, Schroader's Honda, there were a few hardy souls who turned out to see us off. We were especially pleased to see Billy Cannon there. Al …
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Mission Complete: Final Ride - Henderson, North Carolina
This is the video of Bill and Blackie's final ride during their journey from Lebanon, Oregon. We met many kinda and generous people during the trip. On this final day Bill starts off riding with Cheryl. The two make their way to a place called the Opportunity House. When they arrive they are greeted …
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More Pictures
Heres some pictures that haven't been posted yet. These where taken during the time we spent in Tennessee and North Carolina. Click the picture to goto the gallery --> read more
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Cowboy Rides into the City: Asheville, North Carolina
This is the second to last day of the journey from Lebanon, OR to Henderson, NC. In this video Bill rides Blackie out of rural North Carolina and into the city of Asheville. read more
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From Terrys to VFW Post 5154
After our Christmas brake at Terry's place we contiued on. Terry rode with Bill the first day out. We meet some nice police officers in Vonroe and Terry came out to visit us on the road the next few days. read more
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Complete Brake Job Donated
We would like to thank Mills River Quik Lube and AutoZone in Skyland. AutoZone donated rotors, pads, calipers, etc. while Mills River Quik Lube installed the parts at no cost. We would also like to thank Brenda's cousin Larry Davis for making it happen.
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Journey to Washington D.C. Update: The National Memorial Day Parade
The situation is already changing as we prepare to set off once again. Our arrival in Washington DC will be close to the date of The National Memorial Day Parade. As Bill is a Gulf War Veteran it seems natural that he should ride Blackie in the parade. Bill contacted the American Veterans Center and …
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Best Bar None Ranch, Georgia - "Spring Works" : 119 Pictures
The icon of the America cowboy represents a time when our country was rapidly expanding. These free spirits were hard working, determined individuals. The Americans of their time expanded our country through hard work and determination. The spirit of the America cowboy is still alive and strong even …
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Best Bar None Ranch, Georgia - "Spring Works" : Part 2
On the second day at the Best Bar None Ranch everybody got down to business. The team separated the mama cows from their calves. They then roped, vaccinated, castrated, and branded the calves. I did shoot video of the branding but desided not to use it, though there are some photos of that which wil …
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Best bar None Ranch - Karaoke Night - The Fireman
In the evening, after moving the Best Bar None Ranch Cattle, Dr. Barnes brought everyone out to a local restaurant. We met J. Scott Thompson just before heading out to eat. Turns out Scott can sing, and although he had never tried karaoke before, it was obvious he had been on a stage before. Scott s …
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Best Bar None Ranch, Georgia - "Spring Works" : Part 1
Last week (March 28th and 29th) Brenda, Bill and I drove to Georgia with some of Brenda's family: Larry, Dottie, and Cheryl to visit the Best Bar None Ranch. Dr. Bill Barnes Invited us and many others to participate in roping, branding and steering his calves. read more
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Christmas at Terrys, Part 2: EtowahTennessee
We spent Christmas with Terry and her family while in Tennessee. Although we had just met her she welcomed us into her home as if we were old friends. Part 2 read more
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Christmas at Terrys, Part 1: EtowahTennessee
We spent Christmas with Terry and her family while in Tennessee. Although we had just met her she welcomed us into her home as if we were old friends. Part 1 read more
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