KENNEDY — The Wellborns take tradition to heart.
Donald Cameron had taken his horse team and wagon around to the towns and villages in the area at Christmas time for 12 or 13 years, sharing the fun and spirit of enjoying a ride with friends and family. His daughter Timbel Wellborn had helped him for years. And, in the past three to four years, has taken over the wagon runs along with her husband Shane.
This year they visited Kennedy and Carlyle with a home-grown wagon full of fun. Carolling is always encouraged and welcomed. They use two horses; Jake is 16 and Sassy is 13. They are Percheron cross horses.
They do well pulling a wagon or sleigh, and Jake is a favourite to ride with cattle and while doing other work on the family farm.
The wagon holds 10-15 per ride. It can vary with more children fitting on the bus bench seats than adults. The family uses the wagon for ease of transport between home and the chosen community.
The Santa Day in Wawota booking didn’t work out this year due to conflicting schedules. They hope to be able to join the festivities again next year. And unfortunately, the last storm in the area prevented the Wellborns from heading to Whitewood this year.
The Wellborns hope to find their way out again next year. They thank everyone who enjoyed the ride this year and hope to see everyone again in 2024.
