Photography and Story by Norma Beaird
The Old Louisville Wagon Train is an annual tradition that was started by Wagon Master Wayne Hooks. This is a 5-day wagon train that winds through the backroads of rural Georgia, beginning in Ailey and ending in Louisville. We were at T. A. Blocker's General Store in Montgomery County when we saw the beautiful horses and their friendly riders trotting into the pasture behind the store. We had a camera with us and we quickly took the opportunity to meet these fine folks and photograph the riders and their horses. Some were riding during the day and some were camping overnight with The Old Louisville Wagon Train.
The wagon train brings together good country folks and the tradition of riding horses and traveling together down red dirt roads. This new tradition of riding, camping and cooking creates interesting stories and a delightful dose of nostalgia. The good 'ole days have come to town!
Wagon Master Wayne Hooks and his horse!
Mr. Gary Blocker, owner of T. A Blocker's General Store, allows the wagon train to bring their horses and park for a while in the pasture behind his popular Montgomery County business. Mr. Blocker's store has been selling goods to the community since the 1930's. Today, he sells hats, western wear, cowboy boots and work boots. In this store, you will find shelves of old pictures and antiques from days gone by. To walk into his store is to travel into a bygone era. It's an old-fashioned country store with old-fashioned customer service, courtesy of Mr. Blocker and his knowledgeable staff.
T. A. Blocker's General Store - Georgia Highway 29 - Montgomery County
Mr. Gary Blocker, owner of T. A. Blocker's General Store
Merry Christmas from The Old Louisville Wagon Train!
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