Westlake High School - Ram Ler Yearbook (Westlake, LA)

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Where do you find Ram Country? Where does one find Ram Country? It is as easy as following the yellow brick road. Whether you come from the East or the West, Ram Country begins at the West end of the I-10 bridge. The direction to go is due North. But first, you will probably be stopped by the imfamous red light, train or both. After the brief delay, proceed to the next red light which brings you to the main drag of Ram Country, Sampson Street. Here the famous munches of Ram Country can be found in popular hangouts such as La Casita and Hardee's. Continuing North, you turn left onto Garden Drive (across from other famous land marks — the digital clock and the car wash) and go to the 4-way stop sign that is blamed by so many for first-hour tardiness. Then to your right you see it — the heart of Ram Country — Westlake High School. In Ram Country one becomes acutely aware of the community pride and spirit that abound here. From the large sign welcoming all into Westlake to the smallest decoration on a locker, pride is evident. Orange and Black colors are spread across town on business windows, automobile bumpers, and every size tee-shirt imaginable. Every Friday night after the big game, everyone knows where to go ... and that is Hardeeville! The newest moneyeating recreation is the Tonian Empire. These two places are the main stops in Westlake. Horns blaring, friends calling to other friends, and general mayhem take place as the crowd begins to congregate to finish off the evening. Unlike Dorothy in the Land of Oz, once you have found your way into the heart of Ram Country you will never want to leave. You are challenged not to just pass through Ram Country, but stay and become a part of it. 2 Operting