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Traditional Cooke City Celebration
Held at the Historic antler's Lodge. Sponsored by the Cooke City Community Council (Funding for the new Community Center/Museum)
August 1 and 2, 2008
In the early 1920's,the secluded mountain town of Cooke City played host to her neighboring towns of Gardiner, Livingston, Jardine and friends from Yellowstone National Park.
It was a not-to-be-missed social affair. The guests were entertained with a Fish Fry, horseracing, bronco busting, boxing, horseshoe pitching and a big old dance to end the evening.
The poker and faro tables were buzzing with many late hour card games.
Everyone came on the one way road through Yellowstone National Park or by horseback from the Sunlight Basin. The Beartooth Highway was not in existence.
The Fish Fry was truly enjoyed by the members of the community as it was the last chance for "visiting" before the winter snows closed off the valley.
As many of the local gentleman were mining bachelors they did all of the fish frying. Today, a gentleman of the community is deemed a "Most Honorable Cook". He is selected by a committee of local ladies. The nomination is based on the gentleman's genteel qualities and his contributions to the community.
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Big Fish Contest
No entry Fee. Limited number of applications. May enter the contest between July 1st and August 2nd. The Fish Contest starts at sunrise on
July 25, 2008 and ends at 4:00 on August 2, 2008. Cash prize and trophy for men and women's divisions.
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Cooke City Golden Cookie Contest
Now is your chance to show off your sweet skills!. This is High Altitude Baking with a Sweet Attitude!. For ladies and gentleman. No entry fee. Entry Forms may be filled out at the Cooke City chamber July 1 through July 28. Judging will be on Friday, August 1, at 10:00 a.m. Grand Prize will be awarded at the Evening Cooke City Celebration on Saturday, August 2.
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| 9:00 to 4:00 |
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Cooke City Gold Rush of 2008
Come step back into the days of a gold rush and join the Gold Rush Hunt. Get your claim papers at the cooke City Chamber on Saturday, August 2, at 9:00. The Rush is on till 4:00. If you find the booty, you may claim it at the evening Cooke City Celebration. You must be present to win!
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| 1:00 to 7:00 |
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Gold Panning for all Ages
Warning! You'll get Gold Fever! Panning is between 1:00 and 7:00 on Saturday, August 2. Members of the Headwaters Chapter GPAA will be here to assist in Panning instructions.
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| 5:00 to 7:00 |
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Country Supper
With all the fixings! Includes appetizers, dessert and drink. Served between 5:00 and 7:00. Please Pay at the Door.
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| 8:00 to 11:00 |
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Cooke City Summer Program
Following the Country Supper on Saturday, a variety program happens--filled with fun, laughter and fantastic music
by Wild Bill and the Coyotes. Come dance the night away.
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| August 2 |
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Fabulous Gift Raffle
Tickets go on sale on July 4, 2008. The winners will be announced on Saturday. Prizes will be shipped free!
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We are looking forward to visiting with you on August 4th!
Sponsored by the Cooke City Community Council Funding for the New Community Center/Chamber/Museum
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