With no time for more explanation, he races off into the dust and heat to repeat his urgent message over and over again for the remaining wagoneers. The oldest tune Robin plays goes back to the early 1700's. In the purest traditional sense, the song was never written down, but was passed down by ear from generation to generation. Before fiddling this lively tune, Robin explains how, if the song had been written down, it probably wouldn't have survived these many years. With the use of an overhead projector, Robin presents selected information from books in his personal reference library.
Students look into the faces of actual pioneers.
They also get a perspective on how Robin does research to create his stories of the frontier. By the end of each forty-five minute presentation, listeners feel they have had a real glimpse into our country's colorful past. Up to six sessions can be fit into the schedule of a regular school day. Robin does his educational programs for elementary schools, public libraries and community organizations.