World Famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction
   On Center Street, the east side of the Town Square

Come and visit the world's best collection of elk antler. The antler are collected from the National Elk Refuge, 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 8:00 a.m. and the auction begins at 10:00 a.m. Don't miss it!

Sponsored by: Headwaters District, Boy Scouts of America

Jackson District BSA Expo
   On the Town Square
 
Join the Headwaters District Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA and Venture Crew on the town square for their annual Boy Scouts of America Expo. Each unit in the Headwaters District of the Boy Scouts of America will have an area set up to share their scouting skills and fun activities with the public. Come on over and participate in a craft, game or outdoor skill. Experience what Scouting is all about.

Sponsored by: Headwaters District, Boy Scouts of America

Rotary Club Private Antler Sale
   On Deloney Street, the north side of the Town Square, and Center Street, north of the Auction

Private 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 J.R. Berezay at (307) 732-5944. jason.berezay@hubinternational.com

Food Court
   On the south end of Center Street, the east side of the Town Square

Jackson Hole Youth Baseball will be hosting breakfast and lunch just south of the BSA Auction. The breakfast menu is coffee and donuts. The lunch menu is hot dogs, chips and drinks.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Youth Baseball

Participation TBD - Jackson Hole Community Band Concert, Free
   On Center Street, the east side of the Town Square

The Jackson Hole Community Band will play selections of music to brighten a spring morning. Familiar and new tunes, marches, and patriotic fare will set the stage for the auction. Under the direction of their conductor, Zach Singer, the band will provide an exciting warm-up to the annual Elk Antler Auction.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Community Band
Visit their website at: www.JHCBand.org

Participation TBD - Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum
   On the Jackson Town Square

History Booth
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum's booth will feature Tom Lucas demonstrating bighorn sheep bow making and flint knapping. Books about Jackson Hole history will be on sale. Learn about the Museum's new exhibits, the research center, and upcoming programs and events. Visit our booth to receive complimentary tickets to the Museum.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Museum
For additional information you may call (307) 733-2414
Visit their website at: www.jacksonholehistory.org/

Participation TBD - Kid's Corner
   On the Jackson Town Square

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

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 Game & Fish visit: Jackson Regional News

The 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

Sponsored by: Grand Teton Association
For more information please contact GTA at:
100 Headquarters Loop
PO Box 70 Moose, WY 83012
(307) 739-3606
www.grandtetonassociation.org

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Games and Silent Auction
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet Annual Fundraising Dinner
   Location TBD - Held at the **Heritage Arena, at the Teton County Fairgrounds, 305 W. Snow King Ave, Jackson**

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.

Sponsored by: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
For more information, please contact:
Chuck Teske (307) 739-0951 or ChuckTeske@aol.com
Ann Patton (307) 734-9549 or ueswy@aol.com
And download this Invitation PDF:
   2019 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Invitation and RSVP & Membership Form

Participation TBD - Mountain Man Rendezvous and Traders' Row
   Teton County Fair Grounds Saturday, May 18th - Monday, May 27th, 2019

Travel 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

TBD - 17th Annual Jackson Hole High Noon Chili Cook-Off
  On Center Street, the east side of the Town Square
   Sunday, May 19th, 2019

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.

Calling All Chili Cooks

Are you a great chili cook? Come and show us, join the Jackson Hole High Noon Chili Cook-Off. The Howdy Pardners Association would like to invite you to participate in the 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. Make your chili any way you want. RED or GREEN! MEAT, BEANS, or VEGETARIAN ...YOUR CHOICE! 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 8 gallons of Chili for tasting by the public. Deadline for entry this year is Friday, May 10th, 2019.

Sponsored by: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
For more information, contact Caitlin Colby at 307-733-3316 or caitlin@jacksonholechamber.com
Click here to download a PDF of the Chili Cook-Off Flyer
Click for the on-line Electronic Chili Cook-Off 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