FALL SCHOOL DAYS
Wednesday, September 30 through Friday, October 2, 2026
Special school tours will take place Wednesday through Friday during our Fall Encampment, with demonstrations of primitive skills and camps that take place along with shorter tours of the North West and XY trading posts, and the Ojibwe Village constructed at Forts Folle Avoine.
This field trip provides teachers and students with historical information and entertainment as the period-dressed guide and fur trade reenactors speak and teach about the life and culture of these early occupants of the area.
School Field Trips usually take about one-and-a-half to two hours. An additional hour might be needed for bag lunches, viewing the exhibits, or enjoying the opportunity to visit the Gift Shop.
To schedule a School Field Trip call us at 715 349-8989 or use the form on the School Tours Page. Public, Private, and Home Schools are all welcome!
DAGWAGGIN GABESHI ENCAMPMENT
Saturday October 3 and Sunday October 4, 2026
Celebrate fall with your fellow reenactors. This more intimate camp takes place in the Primitive Camping area along the banks of the Yellow River. Traders may sell on Saturday and Sunday, but not during the School Days at the request of the teachers. Open to the public Wed - Sat, with demonstrations, archery and tomahawk throwing practice, and vendors. No planned competitions at this event. If reenactors are willing to teach or demonstrate during School Days, their camp fee is waived, otherwise it is $35 per camp. NEW! Burnett County Historical Society Members will receive a $10 discount off camp fees for all Encampments and Rendezvous events. Click here for a flyer for rendezvous campers.
TERROR IN TRANSYLVANIA! A Murder Mystery "Monster Ball" Dinner
Friday, October 30, 2026 Starting at 6:00 PM
CLICK HERE FOR A DOWNLOADABLE FLYER
You are cordially invited to attend the Monster’s Ball, at Dracula’s Castle, a.k.a. the Visitor Center Great Room at Forts Folle Avoine Historic Park.
Not all attendees will be part of the mystery, but all are encouraged to come in costume. If you would like a role in the Murder Mystery, please sign up when you call for reservations and indicate which character you would like to be. Characters with roles in the mystery will be assigned on a first come-first serve basis.
MUST HAVE: DRACULA, FEMALE WITCH, GHOST, FRANKENSTEIN, A SCARY CLOWN, A ZOMBIE QUEEN A MUMMY, A WEREWOLF
ALSO WANTED: THE DEVIL, A FAIRY GODMONSTER, AN UNDEAD NURSE, A SKELETON, A COWBOY, A PIRATE, A DINOSAUR, A ROBOT, SUPERMAN, SCARECROW, MERMAID
What is unknown is who will be the murder victim and murderer. Those who signed up to be a character in the murder mystery will be given information at the beginning of the evening that tells you what your role will be.
CALL PAM AT 715-349-8989 or email fahp1802@hotmail.com to make your reservations today!
ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY OCTOBER 15, 2026.
AN OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS AT THE FORTS!
December 5 & 6 and December 12, 2026
Enjoy Christmas at the Forts with Christmas Music by local musicians, Sleigh Rides, Face Painting, Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, Shop the Gift Basket Sale, Elves Store for the kids! Warm up by the fire, enjoy hot dogs and other tasty treats!
Forts Folle Avoine is now accepting donations for the Gift Basket Sale and the Elves Store. Drop off any time in the hot dog shed (by the front entrance of the Visitor Center). Cash Donations are welcome and can be mailed to the Forts at 8500 County Road D, Danbury WI 54830, or make a credit card donation via Square at this link.
2027 DATES
INDOOR TRADE AND CRAFT FAIR AND PRIMITIVE BIATHLON
Saturday, February 13 AND Sunday, Feb 14, 2026 (Biathlon is Feb 13 only)
HOURS: Trade Fair 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday
Primitive Biathlon 10am to 2pm with Award Ceremony at 3pm Saturday only
Come and see what treasures you can find from a wide selection of vendors, from fur trade rendezvous related items to a variety of handmade crafts. Get outside on Saturday to participate in the Primitive Black Powder Biathlon, pairing snowshoeing with muzzleloader shooting.
More info for vendors can be found here. You will need to email fahp@sirentel.net or call Pam at 715-349-8989 to reserve your tables.
SCHOOL DAYS - SPRING
Wednesday - Friday, May 26-28, 2027
Special school tours will take place on the Thursday and Friday preceding our spring Opening Weekend, with demonstrations of primitive skills and camps that take place along with shorter tours of the North West and XY trading posts, and the Ojibwe Village constructed at Forts Folle Avoine.
This field trip provides teachers and students with historical information and entertainment as the period-dressed guide and fur trade reenactors speak and teach about the life and culture of these early occupants of the area.
School Field Trips usually take about one-and-a-half to two hours. An additional hour might be needed for bag lunches, viewing the exhibits, or enjoying the opportunity to visit the Gift Shop.
To schedule a School Field Trip call us at 715 349-8989 or use the form on the School Tours Page. Public, Private, and Home Schools are all welcome!
OPENING WEEKEND SPRING ENCAMPMENT
Wednesday - Sunday, May 26-30, 2027
Demonstrators are needed! All Fur Trade Era Rendezvous Campers are welcome, whether you are a demonstrator or not. Traders may sell on Saturday and Sunday, but not during the School Days (Wed-Fri) at the request of the teachers. If you are willing to teach or demonstrate during School Days, your camp fee is waived, otherwise it is $35 per camp for the event. Burnett County Historical Society Members will receive a $10 discount off camp fees for all Encampments and Rendezvous events.
Firewood is provided, Ice will be available for purchase. Setup can begin May 22. Campers arriving May 26-28 can set up before 10am and after 2pm.
OPENING WEEKEND PLANT SALE
Saturday, May 29, 2027 and Sunday, May 30, 2027
HOURS: 10am to 4pm
Come fill your gardens and flower beds with plants - all sales benefit the Forts! Volunteers are needed to help with the sale - contact Pam to sign up to help!
OPENING WEEKEND WILD RICE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, May 30, 2027
HOURS: 8am to 12:30pm
Enjoy our wild rice pancakes, made with locally sourced wild rice, plus eggs, sausage, milk, orange juice and coffee, on the back deck of the visitor center. Take a tour after and wander through the fur trade encampment to learn more about the fur trade.
ECHOES OF OUR PAST
June 17-21, 2027
WILD RICE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, June 21, 2027
HOURS: 8am to 12:30pm
Enjoy our wild rice pancakes, made with locally sourced wild rice, plus eggs, sausage, milk, orange juice and coffee, on the back deck of the visitor center. Take a tour after and wander through the fur trade encampment to learn more about the fur trade.
GREAT FOLLE AVOINE FUR TRADE RENDEZVOUS
Wednesday, July 21 through Sunday, July 25, 2027 10 AM to 4 PM
Step back in time at the Great Folle Avoine Fur Trade Rendezvous, a vibrant living history experience of over 100 authentic pre-1840s encampments along the banks of the Yellow River where two competing fur trade companies wintered from 1802 to 1804.
Take a tour of the re-created fur posts, then visit with reenactors showcasing essential period skills. Witness the smoke and thunder of black powder shooting and the silent flight of traditional archery, and try your hand at tomahawk throwing.
Shop Trader's Row, offering a treasure trove of frontier goods for those looking to take a piece of history home. Traders display a stunning array of period-correct clothing, animal skins, and rustic camp furnishings, along with handcrafted jewelry and beadwork. Whether you are searching for utilitarian camp gear or fascinating decorative items, the variety of wares provides a true window into the craftsmanship of the era.
$35 per camp, includes firewood, ice, hooters, and a whole lot of fun! NEW! Burnett County Historical Society Members will receive a $10 discount off camp fees for all Encampments and Rendezvous events. Click here for a flyer for rendezvous campers.
RENDEZVOUS WEEKEND WILD RICE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, July 25, 2025
HOURS: 8am to Noon
Enjoy our wild rice pancakes, made with locally sourced wild rice, plus eggs, sausage, milk, orange juice and coffee, on the back deck of the visitor center. Take a tour after and wander through the fur trade encampment to learn more about the fur trade.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Wednesday, September 8th, 2027 beginning at 5:30 PM -
Visitor Center Greatroom. A light dinner will be served at 5:30 as we gather, and the meeting will begin at 6pm. Vote for board members, hear an update of the 2027 season and what is planned for the future.
CLOSING WEEKEND WILD RICE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, September 5 2027
HOURS: 8am to Noon
Enjoy our wild rice pancakes, made with locally sourced wild rice, plus eggs, sausage, milk, orange juice and coffee, on the back deck of the visitor center. Take a tour of the fur posts afterward to learn about the fur trade in Wisconsin.
FALL SCHOOL DAYS
Wednesday, September 29 through Friday, October 1, 2027
Special school tours will take place Wednesday through Friday during our Fall Encampment, with demonstrations of primitive skills and camps that take place along with shorter tours of the North West and XY trading posts, and the Ojibwe Village constructed at Forts Folle Avoine.
This field trip provides teachers and students with historical information and entertainment as the period-dressed guide and fur trade reenactors speak and teach about the life and culture of these early occupants of the area.
School Field Trips usually take about one-and-a-half to two hours. An additional hour might be needed for bag lunches, viewing the exhibits, or enjoying the opportunity to visit the Gift Shop.
To schedule a School Field Trip call us at 715 349-8989 or use the form on the School Tours Page. Public, Private, and Home Schools are all welcome!
DAGWAGGIN GABESHI ENCAMPMENT
Saturday October 2 and Sunday October 3, 2027
Celebrate fall with your fellow reenactors. This more intimate camp takes place in the Primitive Camping area along the banks of the Yellow River. Traders may sell on Saturday and Sunday, but not during the School Days at the request of the teachers. Open to the public Wed - Sat, with demonstrations, archery and tomahawk throwing practice, and vendors. No planned competitions at this event. If reenactors are willing to teach or demonstrate during School Days, their camp fee is waived, otherwise it is $35 per camp. NEW! Burnett County Historical Society Members will receive a $10 discount off camp fees for all Encampments and Rendezvous events. Click here for a flyer for rendezvous campers.
AN OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS AT THE FORTS!
December 4 & 5 and December 11, 2027
Enjoy Christmas at the Forts with Christmas Music by local musicians, Sleigh Rides, Face Painting, Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, Shop the Gift Basket Sale, Elves Store for the kids! Warm up by the fire, enjoy hot dogs and other tasty treats!
Forts Folle Avoine is now accepting donations for the Gift Basket Sale and the Elves Store. Drop off any time in the hot dog shed (by the front entrance of the Visitor Center). Cash Donations are welcome and checks can be mailed to the Forts at 8500 County Road D, Danbury WI 54830.
