These individuals traveled to the Heritage Center to be honored as a part of our National Day of the American Cowboy Celebration.  It had been nine years since the realistic and entertaining giant screened production was shot.  Each of the individual's participation in "Up the Chisholm Trail Production, helped make it one of the most fascinating western film productions in the world.
Left to Right
Bob Warren, Jack Reuter, Woodson Whitebird, Gary Burns, Clyde Ferrell, Jr. Bill Nuzum
From - left to right
Jakie Maine & Pat Reuter



Heritage Herd grazing the native grasses on Blue Stem Ridge during their trip to the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center.  Mike Smith, Woody Creek Ranch, owns these beautiful cattle.  



Taking a short break are left to right - Julie McKinney, Fonda Smith and Cindy Coleman.  Tim Wilson, owner of The Woolsey Territory Chuck Wagon, and Julie McKinney, did the cooking.  They were supported by Fonda and Cindy.  The Heritage Herd grazes in the background.



Stephens County Sheriff, Wayne McKinney, right, helps, Darla Carpenter, serve up great chuck wagon grub.  Judi Benson, left wearing hat and Mark Galloway, wearing Salt Fork Craftsmen shirt, and unidentified partner, are about to enjoy this trail grub. 



A loving grandfather and grandson experience the Heritage Herd at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center.



Cheyenne brave, Woodson Whitebird, ready for another film!



A pretty cowgirl enjoying her experiences in the Heritage Center.



Story time - "a wonderful time" for the youngsters.

 

Mr. Jay Snyder - shares his love and experiences of the old west and how life has changed since the Chisholm Trail days.



Gary Pratt, entertains guests at the Heritage Center.  He shared stories of his rise to national recognition as a part of our honoring the American Cowboy.  He was to appear at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City the following day.