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Elkfest 2007

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Elkfest Events Elkfest Scheduled Events Elkfest Event Location Maps Boy Scouts Auction JH Chamber and Local Services Antler Uses Elkfest Contacts
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World Famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction

BSA Antler Auction - 3 ScoutsCome and visit the world's best collection of elk antler. The antler are collected from the National Elk Refuge, which is adjacent to the Town of Jackson, then sorted, bundled, weighed, organized into lots and sold at public auction on the town square. This event is what got it all started. Antlers are ready for viewing at 7:00 a.m. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the auction begins at 10:00 a.m. Don't miss it!

Sponsored by: Jackson District, Boy Scouts of America

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Private Antler Sale

Raotary SalePrivate Antler Sale is adjacent to the Jackson Town Square. Come and see all of the other antlers for sale, as vendors come from all over to display many unique deer, moose, and elk antlers.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Rotary Club
For more information, contact T.R. Pierce at (307) 732-3050.

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Food Court

Doc MacLeod CookoutThis year's non-profit food vendor hasn't been picked yet, but you expect a great lunch to be provided by whom ever is picked

Local organizations, contact the Chamber if you would like to apply to be the Food Court non-profit food vendor this year

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Jackson Hole Community Band Concert, Free

Jackson Hole Community BandCome and enjoy the music of the Jackson Hole Community Band. This year's music program for the Elkfest will include popular tunes, marches & western themes. Come and hear this great community band.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Community Band

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Kid's Corner

The National Elk Refuge, Wyoming Game & Fish Department and Jackson Hole Weed Management offer an array of hands-on activities for kids of all ages.

Poster contestJackson Hole Weed Management Association
Come visit the noxious weed education tables and games. Try your hand, err... your mouth, at the "Leafy Spurge Seed Spitting Contest". Kids try to spit sunflower seeds 15 feet just like the noxious weed, Leafy Spurge. You can also bring out that hidden artist by making a poster for the annual poster contest. This year the top winner will not only receive $100 but get your drawing placed on a JHWMA tee shirt.Seed Spitting Contest

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Weed Management

Wyoming Game and Fish Department
Wyoming Game and Fish Department will be hosting displays for children and adults alike. Kids can come take our animal ID quiz and learn about mammals in the area. Adults can find facts about how they can start antler hunting themselves. There will also be information on bear safety, wildlife diseases, and fishing and hunting regulations. Stop by our booth in the town square and say hello to the redshirts.
More pictures of activities

For more information on Wyoming Fish & Game visit: Jackson Regional News

Kid's Corner DisplayThe National Elk Refuge
Come learn about the National Elk Refuge and answer these questions:
   What is a National Wildlife Refuge?
   What kinds of birds might I see while visiting the National Elk Refuge?
   What is the difference between an antler and a horn?
The National Elk Refuge Elk Mascot will also be joining us for a fun-filled day of activities.

Sponsored by: National Elk Refuge

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Elk Discovery Booth

We are giving away a free book to everyone who stops by the booth. The title of the book is Camp Fire Tales of Jackson Hole.

New this year! Get your exclusive
Elkfest ball cap for 2008 from us!
Available in two colors for $15.00.

Hats
2008 Elkfest Baseball Cap
(Click to see large image)

Here is the design for this year's T-shirt.
Available in sizes S,M,L,XL, XXL - $12.00

T-shirt
2008 T-shirt
(Click to see large image)

Many National Elk Refuge products for sale, and all sales directly benefit the National Elk Refuge.

Sponsored by: Grand Teton Association
For more information please contact us at:
PO Box 170, Moose, WY 83012
(307) 739-3606
www.grandtetonpark.org

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Great Elk Tour

Elk Foundation DisplayThe Great Elk Tour is the Elk Foundation's premier traveling conservation exhibit. Showcasing mounts of some of the largest bull elk in the world, the Great Elk Tour is a must see for hunters and wildlife enthusiasts. This year's display is one of the best displays to be exhibited at Elkfest. Click here to read a press release or follow this link to visit the Great Elk Tour website.

Sponsored by: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
For more information please contact us at:
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
5705 Grant Creek
Missoula, MT 59808
Telephone: (406) 523-4500
Toll-free: 1(800) CALL ELK (225-5355)
www.rmef.org

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Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Casino Games and Silent Auction

Held at Bar-J Chuckwagon.

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet Annual Fundraising Dinner

A Great Time For A Great Cause! Every RMEF chapter has its own special night once a year -- the annual BIG GAME BANQUET, where fun and fundraising combine for a memorable evening. Sumptuous meals, laughter and a high-energy auction form the backdrop for a night when new friends are made and old acquaintances renew their friendships -- all in a special spirit of camaraderie shared among folks who love wildlife. These events provide the majority of funds used for RMEF wildlife conservation projects. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet Annual Fundraising Dinner will be held at Bar-J Chuckwagon.

Sponsored by: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
For more information, please contact: Rod Dykhouse (307) 734-6233 or rdykhouse@wyoming.com
Or download these PDF's:
   Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Invitation Letter
   Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation RSVP & Membership Form

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Mountain Man Rendezvous and Traders' Row
(from May 17th to May 26th)

Mountain Man RendezvousTravel back in time to meet crafters of authentic earth-made wares in period clothing and learn the ways of the historical camps. Enjoy Traders' Row, Candy Cannon, Bow & Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatal Competition at the Teton Country Fairgrounds. Continues through Old West Days

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce

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Historic Downtown High Noon Chili Cook-Off

Come taste the Best of the West in chili. Local and regional contestants cook up a tasty variety of chili. $5 will buy you a spoon. Musical entertainment by the Cowboy Jubilee

Calling All Chili Cooks

Are you a great chili cook? Come and show us, join the Elkfest High Noon Chili Cook-Off. The Historic Downtown Business Association would like to invite you to participate in the second annual High Noon Chili Cook-Off. We are looking for professional chefs to represent their restaurants, individuals who have a killer chili recipe, and groups representing their businesses or non-profit organizations. The Chili can be red or green, vegetarian, beans or without ­ it doesn't matter we are just looking for the best in Jackson Hole!

There will be no entry fee to participate. But you will need to provide at least 3 gallons of Chili for tasting by the public.

Sponsored by: Historic Downtown Business Association
For more information, contact Larry Jackson at 307-733-8888 or jxndrill@aol.com.
Click to download a PDF of the Calling All Chefs information letter or
to download a PDF of the Chili Entry Form

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BSA Antler Auction
info@elkfest.org
307-733-5935
Cliff & Loretta Kirkpatrick

JH Chamber of Commerce
info@jacksonholechamber.com
307-733-3316
jacksonholechamber.com

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