Photos in the Take only pictures; leave only footprints - Wagon Train 2012 album of Badger Badger has a total of 122 photo album. You can view a list of the albums. The album is sorted by Date, click to sort by name. You are viewing the detailed list, click to switch to the brief one. This album contains 49 photos. The Wagon Train Arrives in Placerville
 To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the "Gold Rush", a Wagon Train was formed to travel west from Lake Tahoe to Placerville (Old Hangtown) along Highway 50 in 1946. This "one time" event was so popular that it resumed in 1951, and has made its annual trek each year since that time. Yesterday marked it's 62nd celebratory completion. 10 Jun 2012 at 7:39PM Attire
 While anything will do, most wagon train participants dress and live these few days much the same as those who did in the mid 1800's. The intent is on reliving and experiencing the history. Those who participate in the wagon train activities come away wide eyed, having shared an experience of a lifetime. 10 Jun 2012 at 7:44PM The Ride Of A Lifetime
 Waking up before dawn, savoring the rich aromas of coffee boiling, bacon frying, mingled with the clanking of harness, the soft knickers of horses being readied for the day, and the murmurs of the wranglers going about their duties draws a person away from the pressures of today, and back into a lifetime of excitement, anticipation, and pure delight. Riding for only a day, or for the whole trip, the wonders of this great land are truly appreciated as one travels down the road at an average speed of three miles per hour! Evening campfires, storytelling and low key entertainment round out the experience. It's not one to miss! 10 Jun 2012 at 7:46PM Laughter abounds
 I was only there to share the afternoon, but was quickly taken up by the joviality of the day. 10 Jun 2012 at 7:48PM A Bi-State Historic Event
 This "one time" event started in 1949, was missed in 1950, and resumed in 1951, and has made its annual trek each year since that time. What began as a fun filled and exciting adventure has evolved into a true historic event, recognized as such in 1980 by the State of California, and again in 1982 by the State of Nevada. To date, the Highway 50 Association Wagon Train is known as the ONLY Bi-State Historic Event! 10 Jun 2012 at 7:57PM Historical Glint In Their Eyes
 As early as the 1840's, a trickle of humanity began the arduous journey toward the great Pacific and the freedom they foresaw in settling there. In 1849, the cry of "Gold" from the foothills of the California territory rocked the world! Instant riches was a lure too strong to ignore, and that little trickle of settlers swelled into a mighty flood of gold seekers and adventurers, bound for California and the "Mother Lode". Leaving property and families behind, hordes of men and a few women traveled West, following the setting sun, seeing only the glint of "Gold" in their eyes. Today, the glint is of preserving the memory of those who made the passage. 10 Jun 2012 at 8:07PM My Ride
 This very sweet (not so) little mare named Casey was my ride for the afternoon, and was a true joy to get to know. 10 Jun 2012 at 8:12PM Sheryl
 Sheryl, Casey's mistress, was my interesting seat companion. Sheryl has made the wagon train four years in a row and swears it's the best adventure to be had. 10 Jun 2012 at 8:15PM Wagon Master
 Jerry, of the California Sharp Shooters Association and an old friend, taught me to shoot 50 cal. handguns off the back of my mare at a full gallop many years ago. 10 Jun 2012 at 8:31PM True Grit
 Yes, it takes true grit to parade around as if you were in the mid 1800's! 10 Jun 2012 at 8:33PM Cat Hat
 Very authentic, you would need a permit to even own much less wear this hat today. 10 Jun 2012 at 8:37PM Grrr
 Sorry for the almost duplicate shots of this fellow, he was just so much fun! 10 Jun 2012 at 8:43PM It's Been Fun!
 Saturday, June 2, 2012 Rendezvous and Registration & Kickoff Dinner & Entertainment Public welcome Zephyr Cove, Nevada Sunday, June 3, 2012 Stateline, Nevada to Amacker Ranch Lunch @Lakeview Commons on the Beach – BBQ & Entertainment – Public Encouraged to participate Meyers, California BBQ for Participants Monday, June 4, 2012 Amacker Ranch to Strawberry, California Dinner at Strawberry Lodge - BBQ and Entertainment Public Welcome! Tuesday, June 5, 2012 Strawberry to Kyburz, CA Private evening activities Wednesday, June 6, 2012 LAYOVER DAY at Kyburz on the River Private activities Thursday, June 7, 2012 Kyburz to Fresh Pond BBQ & activities – Public Welcome Friday, June 8, 2012 : [view the flyer] Fresh Pond to High Hill Ranch, Camino, California Mid-morning “Wagons in the Pines ” in Pollock Pines - Pancake breakfast, music& Dancing, crafters, pony rides. Then on to High Hill Ranch for “Open Mike” COWBOY POETRY, hosted by POET JIM KING, Music by “STARDUST COWBOYS” New York Steak, BBQ & Beer Public participation Welcome!! Saturday, June 9, 2012 High Hill Ranch to “Old Hangtown”, Placerville, California BROADWAY Crafters, Food, Art, Entertainment, Wells Fargo Stagecoach joins us here DOWNTOWN – BBQ rib cookoff, live entertainment, kids games, Beer & Food, shootouts “END OF THE TRAIL PARTY” - Regal Cinema Lot BBQ, Live music for dancing and listening Sunday, June 10, 2012 Wagon Train Disbands for another Year Time to get ready for the 64th Annual Highway 50 Association Wagon Train In June –2013! 10 Jun 2012 at 8:51PM |
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