28th Annual Muzzleloaders Rendezvous  July 25-27, 2008

Call for information at 307-326-8944 or stop by the Chamber of Commerce in Saratoga.

STEP BACK IN TIME........

Come visit Trader's Row where you can view and trade or purchase a wide array of 1800's plunder, including Native American and mountain man crafts, metal work and clothing.  Have a look at grizzled mountain men, voyagers, trappers and Indians, Indian maidens and pioneer women alike - wearing authentic regalia, and cooking over their fires.  See the beautiful Indian tips, and other period shelters being lived in.

This is a chance for everyone to experience a truly historic event.  Come see the sights, smell the smells and hear the sounds that haven't been around for over 150 years. All of this is happening right here in the beautiful Encampment River Valley the last weekend in July.

There is no charge to visit this historic affair.  Lots of beautiful spots are available for both primitive and modern camping free of charge. Trader's fee is one donated prize.  Drinking water, some firewood and toilet facilities are on site. Dogs must be leashed (strictly enforced). No horses please. Fires are allowed, some  restrictions.

Many outstanding donated prizes will be awarded at the Black powder shoot.  The prizes for the highest aggregate scores for both men and women will be $200 cash.  This money was raised by the club.  Also this year, we will be giving the two kid's shooting class's $200 cash for prizes.

Shooting fees are $20.00 for single person and $30.00 for a family.  Hawk and Knife is $5 and Frying Pan is $1. Shooting events, as well as hawk and knife throwing are for all ages.  Lots of other entertaining activities such as primitive fire starting and the frying pan throw are planned.

This is a fun weekend for the whole family. There will be lots of old time kid's games and crafts, including a candy cannon going off several times daily, and a treasure hunt for coins in the sawdust pile.  We try to make this a safe and exciting event for everyone.  Dog Soldiers (event law enforcement) will be on duty day and night, and the Booshway is on site as well.

This event is produced in cooperation with the Town of Encampment.

For more information contact werendezvous@hotmail.com or write SMMLRC, PO Box 214, Saratoga, WY 82331