A week after our field trip to the
apple orchard and
gristmill, we took yet another trip "back in time". This time we went to Fort Obie Rendezvous and Living History Encampment. It included the following exhibits: Tipi encampment, Pre-1840s demonstrations, bow and black powder shoots, tomahawk and knife throwing, and Pre-1840s trade goods. Again, it gave us such an appreciation for what we have right now in our lives. We were blessed enough to have my dad join us, which he fit in perfectly since he has a love for trapping and skinning animals. (the last two pictures are from a couple winters ago of him and my brother-in-law showing off all their skins for the season). What a gift he has!! And, a big thanks to my mom for watching Pookey and Max, who were able to stay there and hang out with their cousins. It's such a blessing to have family so close to help out when you need them! Enjoy yet another trip "back in time"....
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| inside a typical home |
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| weaving | |
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| wooden shoes |
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| more weaving |
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| weapons | |
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| weapons |
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| ti-pi/tents |
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| ti-pi/tent (loved the bunk-beds!) |
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| weapons |
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| weapons and Ariel, Melody, Fone, Mario and my dad |
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| weapons and gear |
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| carpentry | |
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| carpentry | |
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| tomahawks and a wonderful, sweet volunteer |
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| our homeschooling group |
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| my dad and brother-in-law and all their furs - Winter 2009/2010 |
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| my dad and brother-in-law and all their furs - Winter 2009/2010 |
