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Bill and Blackies New Mission: The Journey to Washington, DC
The Uncovering America by Horseback crew will be setting off on a new mission; to carry the word of the American people to our representatives in Washington DC. Bill and Blackie will team up once again and carry letters in a bag, which contain your messages. 1. At this time you message can be sent …
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Leaving Crossville, Tennessee
After staying with the Parson family a few days it was time to continue the journey. On this cold windy Tennessee morning the crew prepares to venture forth from where we last stopped. read more
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Weathertap Visit
Rob Parsons shows Bill and I the WeatherTAP computer system. The crew stayed at the Parsons home for a number of days. We would like to thank this awesome family for sharing their home with us. read more
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Bill, Blackie, and Crew are Planning Another Journey
Uncovering America by Horseback Bill, Blackie, and crew are planning another journey from Hendersonville, North Carolina to Washington, D.C. The purpose of the journey is to lift the spirit, raise hope, pride and bring awareness to our government of the United States of America. April 1, 2008 …
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Blackie Travels with a Draft Mule
We met a guy named Butch and he offered to let us stay at his place. The next morning a man with a draft mule showed up wanting to ride with Bill. They started somewhere near De Rossett. That morning we also met Jennifer and Sarah Parsons for the first time. read more
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Visit to the Biltmore Estate: Asheville, North Carolina
Brenda, Mary (Brendas mom), and I took a tour of the Biltmore Estate. Picutres aren't allowed inside, though we did take some outside. Biltmore is a place locked in time; full of histery and art. Click the picture to goto the more
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The Climb - Sparta to De Rossett Tennessee
The Ride from Sparta to De Rossett was a short one, maybe 9 miles. But the climb was more then enough work for Blackie in a day.
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Near Smithville, Tennessee
Bill rode to Smithville, Tennessee and that night we stayed in a rural area near by. Somehow Brenda got in touch with Mr. Walker, whether by e-mail or phone. Here Bill talks to Mr. Walker outside of his barn. read more
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Just Another Day of Riding: Alexandria Tennessee
After spending the night at the DeKalb County Fair Bill set out. The weather was perfect for riding; the sun was out, the air was crisp and cool all day. read more
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DeKalb County Fair: Alexandria, Tennessee
Alexandria is home to the DeKalb County Fair, known affectionately as the "Grandpa Fair of the South" (follow this link to learn about the fairgrounds). Jack and Faye came by on a cold Sunday after attending church to open up the Kenneth Sandlin Center building for us. It was warm inside a …
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Leaving Rock Bottom Stables: Nashville, Tennessee
As Bill continued to make his way east, we relied on Rock Bottom Stables. The people at Rock Bottom welcomed us into their world and we met many good people. There was at least one rider from Rock Bottom ridding with Bill while he was in the Nashville area. read more
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Is Blackie OK?
After Blackie had started limping we took him to Rock Bottom Stables to rest. The crew had also rested up and now it was time to get moving again. The question on our minds though was if Blackie was going to be ok. The Rock Bottom Crew acompanyed Bill and Blackie on their first trek since he had fir …
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Square Dancing: Part 4 Final - Nashville, Tennessee
We would like to sincerely thank Plus Unlimited for inviting us to participate in their activities. We all had a lot of fun, and hope to see them again. read more
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Square Dancing: Part 3 - Nashville, Tennessee
Bill continued talking the the group and expresses his wish to continue to profile the country in a positive light.
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Square Dancing: Part 2 - Nashville, Tennessee
The square dancing stopped for a bit and everyone listened while Bill told everyone about the journey. read more
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Square Dancing: Part 1 - Nashville, Tennessee
The Square Dance group Plus Unlimited invited us one of their events. Bill visited with the group and told them about his adventure. read more
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Bill and Blackie Arrive: Hendersonville, North Carolina
Bill's mission to ride across the country is complete. Well there is no doubt that Bill and Blackie will have new adventures (the planning of such adventures are being worked out), this journey has finished. I have been fine tuning the site, making sure it can withstand the onslaught of visitors we …
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A 3 Minute Clip
Hello, This is Dallas, the freelance "film guy". Bill was always asking for a 3 minute clip to air on CNN or somewhere to show America the good. Here's a clip from some of the 80+ hours of digital video I captured of his effort on this mission. It has some audio pr …
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Is The Journey Over?
Bill completed his mission today and made it across the county riding on Blackie. We met many good people, and lots of friends. Though this journey is over, we are still on the journey called life. Bill and Brenda intend to take a break, and decide what we will do next. There is talk of a return tri …
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Tigers Savors
Our dog Tiger went missing about a week ago during a storm here in North, Carolina. Usually she is fine outside if there isn't to many distracting things. The night she got lost though a late night storm came through. Tiger is deathly afraid of thunder and lighting and so, I believe she panicked whi …
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