Four Moons HistoryHome
4-Moons began as a Gary
centennial celebration event under the direction of Thane Wells from Clear
Lake, SD. After the celebration, Mr. Wells began the process of making the rendezvous an
annual event. He, with the assistance of only
1 or 2 individuals, ran the rendezvous for the first two years. As word spread about the
site location, community support, and family atmosphere of the rendezvous, attendance
grew.
Other buckskinners, having enjoyed the 5-day
rendezvous, volunteered to assist Thane in making 4-Moons one of the fastest growing and
most inviting rendezvous in the area. Currently, there are approximately 20 individuals
from various blackpowder clubs spread from eastern South Dakota to Minnesota to Wisconsin
who assist with this event. At this time, the rendezvous is still paid for by camping fees, massive volunteer support, and donations of equipment, time, and prizes.
For more information, contact:
Booshway Thane "No Shadow" Wells
17727 474th Ave.
Clear Lake, SD 57226
phone 605-874-2940
or E-mail here