In what has become a #FABTrip tradition when travelling through the forgotten SE corner of Alberta, we stopped in the hamlet of Orion for a chat with Boyd Stevens: lifelong resident, proprietor of Stevens Hardware, and one of a half dozen souls remaining in the community. As per usual, Mr. Stevens was convivial and accommodating, while freely sharing historical insights and colourful stories about a pioneer-era community that is passing into history.
A quick stop to chat with Boyd Stevens in Orion, AB. about local history in the region. #FABtrip16 @4gotten_alberta pic.twitter.com/NoYwBTFDCf
— Greg Farries (@gregfarries) July 6, 2016
Related: Passing Orion – A tribute to prairie icon Boyd Stevens
Boyd is a nice person to talk to, we always make a effort to stop in and say hi when we pass by. BTW did you see the former Nemiskam portable train station that is located in Orion as well? Its located not far from Boyd’s store.
I had no idea the train station was there. We’ll need to bring you along next trip. 😉
I look forward to the next collaboration Jonathan 😛
Hopefully we won’t have to wait too long 🙂