More than 100 people attended the first annual Blackfoot Rendezvous June 16 in Potomac. Hatchet throwing was just one of the many events for children and adults alike.
Hardy runners gearing up for the Fun Run at the Blackfoot Rendezvous in Potomac June 16.
Children's activity called Gold Rush was supported by TrailsWest Bank in Bonner. Other activities included Hatchet and Knife Throwing, Balloon Toss, Bouncy House, Face Painting and more. Adults enjoyed the estate sale treasures, the music and vendors as well as beverages by Wildwood Brewery.
Grandpa Knudsen helped Kiddie Rodeo participant Serenity Castaneda with a tack adjustment during the pole bending at the Blackfoot Rendezvous in Potomac.
Despite the rain, event-goers were treated to pulled pork sandwiches from Market Pork in Kalispell and locally raised beef burgers from the Iverson Ranch, chili and homemade desserts cooked and served by the Explorers parent group.
The children enjoyed Bouncy House despite the rain.
Sandhill Cranes decorate this wooden serving tray made by vendor Dona Aiken from Ovando who uses local woods for her creations. More than 10 vendors brought their goods to offer Blackfoot Rendezvous attendees.
Local musicians Big Joe, Ernie Hulse, Dan Christiansen and Tom Wells playing Bluegrass music for the crowd during the Blackfoot Rendezvous. Mark Walter is not pictured. Duo Gypo Cash also played throughout the afternoon and Texas Tom brought the event into the evening.
POTOMAC - The Blackfoot Rendezvous made more than $2,500 from the day-long event. It will help fund the Potomac School Explorers Program. Supporters were pleased to see such a great turnout of hardy folk in the rain. Parent Tom Brown said, "I would like to personally say thank you to everyone that was able to come and enjoy the day. You made our first Blackfoot Rendezvous a huge success."
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