In 1811, William Price Hunt wrote that the Wind River was named because “in the winter, the wind blows so constantly that it prevents the snow from lying on the ground.” Come learn about the history of kites dating back thousands of years and then design and fly your own kite on the winds of the Wind River. This program will combine children’s creativity with the historic recreation of kite flying.
Sheep shearing Day is all about sheep, sheep, sheep! Explore the history of the sheep industry in Wind River Country. Witness actual sheep shearing, pet sheep, make crafts from sheep's wool, buy products made from sheep's wool and more!
During the fall harvests throughout history, corn husks were gathered and used to create simple dolls for children. Every part of the corn plant was used since corn was domesticated centuries ago. This project will encourage children to use natural materials to create a fun traditional toy.