January 9, 2010	Annual Dinner and Meeting   "Business of the Year" will be awarded along with "New Business of the Year" and "Organization of the Year".  The volunteer of the year will be given the Pam Lebeda Award a.k.a. the Chamber Pot.  Cocktails begin at 6 pm with dinner following.  This year's guest speaker is former Chamber director and Saratoga Sun reporter, Chuck Box.  Chuck is also well-known as an author under the pen name of C.J. Box and drew his inspiration from the people and places he encountered while living in Saratoga.  RSVP by January 4 by calling 326-8855.
	January 16-17, 2010	Ice Fishing Derby  The 27th annual Ice Fishing Derby attracts ice anglers from several states to Saratoga Lake hoping to make “the catch of the day”!  Prizes will be awarded, including $2,000 prize package for the largest game fish caught during the derby and gift certificates for the largest fish caught each hour. The weekend (always the third in January) includes a special Small Fry Derby for children under 14 years of age. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855.
	February 5-7, 2010	Sierra Madre Winter Carnival  Come enjoy the 24th annual winter fun in Encampment and Riverside!  Activities planned include a treasure hunt, sled races, "build your own" sled race, snow sculpture contest and a "Second Street Sprint", a snowmobile race against the speed relay machine.  Sponsored by the Town of Encampment 307-327-5501.
	February 12-14, 2010	Don E. Erickson Memorial Chariot Races  Held every Presidents Day Weekend, the 30th annual Chariot Races is one of the most exciting events in Saratoga.  It is a joint event sponsored by the Saratoga Lions Club and the Chamber of Commerce. The races feature two-horse teams pulling chariots at top speed down a quarter-mile track.  The weekend's activities include Calcutta betting and a prime rib banquet.  Races are held on Saturday and Sunday.  Get ready for hooves and hearts to pound!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more info.
	April 2-4, 2010	Platte Valley Open Pool Tournament  Enter this annual tournament as a Sportsman, Classic or Master and watch pro-players such as Rodney Morris and Frank Alvarez show their stuff.  Calcutta betting is held Friday and Saturday nights or try your luck at the Casino Night on Saturday night.  All events held at the Platte Valley Community Center and sponsored by the Saratoga Lions Club.  For more information, please call 307-329-8924.
	June 19-20, 2010	Woodchoppers Jamboree and Rodeo   For this 50th annual event, the chips fly during Father's Day weekend in Encampment as loggers come from all over the country to compete for the title of Rocky Mountain Champion Lumberjack.  Using power saws, axes and hand saws, men and women competitors cut down “trees”, chop logs and saw squared wood blocks in half, racing the clock for the fastest time.  Cowboys ride bulls and broncs, and the melodrama encourages the audience to get involved.  This unique Wyoming event assures a good time will be had by all.  Sponsored by Encampment-Riverside Lions Club woodchoppersjamboree@yahoo.com.
	July 4, 2010	Independence Day Celebration   An old-fashioned parade with vintage cars, silly costumes, fire trucks and political candidates wanders through downtown Saratoga, beginning at 11 am.  After the parade, enjoy a short melodrama performed by local characters.  Saloon girls, villains, heroes and gunshots (blanks) are everywhere.  Also, check out the car show, join the poker run, watch artists at work, and eat some great food.  The best part of the day begins at dusk with a fantastic fireworks display.  Fun for the entire family!
	July 16-18, 2010	Grand Encampment Cowboy Gathering/Living History Days  This 7th annual event is held in Encampment on the third full weekend in July.  Families of all ages can come and enjoy an authentically historical weekend.  Team Roping at the Lions Club Arena, Stick Horse Races, gunfighter shootouts, melodrama, museum Living History Reenactment and Cowboy jam sessions of poetry and music featuring artists from the region.  Pancake breakfast served on Sunday morning.  Visit www.grandencampmentgathering.org for more info.
	July 16-18, 2010	Power at the Pavilion is an interdenominational gathering held each year.  Participants include local artists, groups and choirs.  Friday night will feature local talent and a special guest artist.  Saturday will have a  youth emphasis.  Sunday will be an interdenominational service at 10:30 am with worship and singers from the Valley.  A free barbeque will follow.  Held at Veteran's Island in Saratoga.  Please call Platte Valley Christian Center for more information 307-326-5520.
	July 23-24, 2010	Platte River Rodeo Association Rodeo  The 14th annual, two-day amateur rodeo features your favorite events: barrel racing, bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling and, of course, bull riding.  Activities for the kids include mutton bustin' and steer riding.  Held Friday and Saturday nights at the Buck Springs Rodeo grounds.  Please call Terri Hinkle for more information 307-326-8825.
	July 23-25, 2010	Sierra Madre Muzzleloaders Mountain Man Rendezvous and Black Powder Shoot  Located on the Encampment Museum grounds, local black powder enthusiasts recreate the days of the Mountain Men with primitive camping, authentic costuming, traders row, and black powder shoots and tomahawk throws.  For more info, please email werendezvous@hotmail.com.
	August 7-14, 2010	Carbon County Fair  Livestock shows and sales, project displays and demonstrations, cotton candy and pretzels, demolition derby and rodeos, 4-H and FFA and so much more!  Held at the Carbon County Fairgrounds in Rawlins.  Please call the Fair Office for more information 307-328-7811.
	August 21, 2010	Steinley Cup Microbrewery Competition, Chili Cook-Off and Saratoga Bullfest   Held on the 3rd full weekend of August.  These events take place on Veterans Island in Saratoga and at Buck Springs outside town.  The 15th annual microbrewery competition brings together the top professional microbreweries in Wyoming in search of the coveted Saratoga Steinley Cup and is Wyoming’s official state microbrewery competition.  Live music and great eats complete the event.  The chili cook-off features the best in area cooks showcasing their specialties.  Make a weekend of it with the 9th annual Saratoga Bullfest, a bull riders-only event at Buck Springs Rodeo Arena.  Please call the Chamber of Commerce for more info 307-326-8855.
	August 26-28, 2010	Wyoming Film Festival You won’t want to miss this third annual festival.  Participate in screenings of new films, discussion groups, and workshops by the pros.  The Wyoming Film Festival aspires to present films and video productions that interpret the American West in ways that embrace the festival themes of environment, equality, and family. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Mark Ducker at 307-321-7690 or email m.ducker@yahoo.com.
	September, 2010	Saratoga Historical & Cultural Association Annual Trek  Reservations required; please call the Saratoga Museum 307-326-5511.
	September 11-12, 2010	Copper Days Festival  Antique tractors on display, tractor pulls, a parade, and melodrama make this 35th annual September event in Encampment a family favorite.  Sponsored in part by the Encampment Chug 'n Tug tractor club, this event is held the weekend after Labor Day.
	October 28, 2010	Halloween Walk Held in downtown Saratoga, kids can trick-or-treat at local retail shops.  It’s convenient and safe for everyone!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information.
	December 2-3, 2010	Festival of the Trees Gala and Auction  This special 8th annual event is a terrific way to begin your holidays.  Local organizations and businesses donate decorated artificial trees, wreaths and centerpieces and create gift baskets and other holiday items for you to take home and enjoy the entire season.  Auction is Friday, December 3, with proceeds going to local charities and organizations.  Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.
	December 4, 2010	Christmas Parade and Winter Wonderland  Enjoy the spirit of the season with the 20th annual Christmas Parade showcasing floats entered by area clubs and businesses--all decorated and lit for the evening and held in historic downtown Saratoga.  Santa and Mrs. Claus visit children of all ages at Platte Valley Community Center for the Valley Service Organization’s 30th annual "Winter Wonderland".  Cookies, hot chocolate, chili, hot dogs and more!  Please call the Chamber of Commerce 307-326-8855 for more information .