Annie Wilkins was a 62-year-old Maine single former diagnosed with TB and expected to leave only two to four years.

He had not stepped foot outside the state except briefly as a child. He embodies Maine’s independent spirit.

He is known for being reliable loyal tireless and versatile.

It has been blessed with the love and loyalty of four-footed guides.

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It took a month for Annie as well as her two unflagging animals to make their way into the Kentucky horse country.