Pacific Primitive Rendezvous
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We aim to provide a safe, family friendly celebration of the pre-1840’s fur trade in the Pacific Northwest.
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Photo by Brett Aldrich, Trader Row, Seneca, 2019
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Stay tuned here or on our Facebook Feed for updates! Mark your calendars for
June 14th to 22nd, 2024.
- 2024 EVENT PAGE HERE -
- GET THE PPR 2024 REGISTRATION FORM HERE -
We can't wait for another great event!
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Page Last Updated: 08/02/2023
What is “Rendezvous”?
In short, Rendezvous is a celebration, and we have fun when we celebrate the past. Going back in history, from 1825 to 1840, the official Rendezvous were pre-planned meetings by fur companies looking to buy from company men and free trappers, who had been trapping beaver and otter all Winter. When all of these individuals came together, more than money and furs were exchanged. These events were a time for fun and games, and we in the modern era put on a fun event yearly to celebrate the types of activities these men and women of the past would have done.
A primitive camp is a little different than a modern encampment, but we strive to stay within the historical period before 1840’s. If it was invented before 1840, then it is generally acceptable for a primitive rendezvous. Some take being primitive to a strict level, but most would be considered acceptable primitive. The PPR rules clarify what is considered acceptable.
What is considered “Primitive”?
If you have never been to a primitive rendezvous before, getting yourself ready may seem difficult, but there are helpful tips to get your camp ready for PPR.
How do I and my family get involved?
Photo by Brett Aldrich, Seneca, 2019