Museum of the Mountain Man | Pinedale, Wyoming
Always the second full weekend in July
2026 Green River Rendezvous: July 9–12, 2026
The annual Green River Rendezvous in Pinedale, Wyoming, is a four-day celebration of the Rocky Mountain fur trade era, held at the Museum of the Mountain Man. This signature summer event features living history demonstrations, historical tours, educational programs, and family-friendly activities that bring the Rocky Mountain fur trade to life.
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Featured Events
Western Art & Wine Auction
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Proceeds benefit educational programs at the Museum of the Mountain Man.
Rocky Mountain Fur Trade Journal & Forum
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Celebrate the release of the annual Journal with author lectures, panel discussions, and a special awards reception and book signing on Friday evening.
Mountain Man Hall of Fame
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 7 PM
In celebration of the bicentennial of the Rendezvous, new inductees will be honored and introduced by historians. Stay afterward for complimentary pizza and beer.
Living History Demonstrations & Programs
Experience the sights, sounds, and skills of the fur trade era through ongoing demonstrations throughout the weekend:
- American Mountain Men Trapper’s Camp (located north of the Museum at the amphitheater)
- Plains Indian encampment with historian and ethnologist Michael Bad Hand
- Hands-on children’s programs with Lapita & Dan Frewin (morning and afternoon sessions)
Demonstrations include black powder firearms, Native American sign language, beaver trapping, period clothing and tools, fire making, horse tack, packing techniques, and more.
Historical Tour
A guided historical tour will take place on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Full details will be announced soon.
- Carpooling encouraged; personal vehicles welcome
- Limited services—participants should bring food, water, and supplies
- Cell service is limited in remote areas
Livestream
All Rocky Mountain Fur Trade Journal Forum sessions are livestreamed on our YouTube channel and recorded for later viewing.
Watch past programs here:
https://www.youtube.com/museumofthemountainman
Sponsors
All programs are free thanks to the generous support of our sponsors:
- Sublette County Museum Board
- Sublette BOCES
- Jonah Energy
- Pure West Energy
- Rex & Heather Stevens
- Underwood Family Foundation
- Wyoming Community Foundation
- Wyoming Humanities
- Foundation 23
- Donors and supporters of the Art & Wine Auction and Wreath Auction
Plan Your Visit
Join us in Pinedale, Wyoming, in the heart of the Upper Green River Valley, and experience the history of the Rocky Mountain fur trade firsthand.
For more information:
Phone: 1-877-686-6266 or 307-367-4101
Email: info@mmmuseum.com
Plan your visit to the Museum of the Mountain Man and discover the stories, skills, and traditions of the fur trade era.
