Rendezvous
In days past, territory and trade routs were divided into several segments. Each traversed by a different set of voyageurs, traders, trappers, and trade companies. In order to facilitate trade, once or twice per year a larger gathering took place for the purpose of transferring furs and trading goods among these different groups. The largest gatherings occurred at key transfer points on Lake Superior such as Grand Portage or Fort William. A rendezvous was also a time for rest and revelry, where families could come together and celebrate getting through the harsh winters.
We continue on this tradition by hosting our rendezvous on the shores of the Cass river. The Cass river was a traditional trade route that was used within the Saginaw area. For more information on this event or to participate please click on the light blue button above.
In days past, territory and trade routs were divided into several segments. Each traversed by a different set of voyageurs, traders, trappers, and trade companies. In order to facilitate trade, once or twice per year a larger gathering took place for the purpose of transferring furs and trading goods among these different groups. The largest gatherings occurred at key transfer points on Lake Superior such as Grand Portage or Fort William. A rendezvous was also a time for rest and revelry, where families could come together and celebrate getting through the harsh winters.
We continue on this tradition by hosting our rendezvous on the shores of the Cass river. The Cass river was a traditional trade route that was used within the Saginaw area. For more information on this event or to participate please click on the light blue button above.
Birch Run 4th of July Parade 2021! Here is a picture of 3 generations of Reenactors. We are very proud to have 3 new members participating in their first ever event; Baby Foutch, Baby Marbles, and the not yet born Baby Marbles #2.
The 2017 Owasso parade during the Curwood Festival. It's always a fun time to get GLHEA out and about!
Fur trade's camp.