The Absaroka State Takeover

Although its come and gone... the Absaroka State Takeover Traditional Hot Rods & Kustoms Gathering 2010 went off without a hitch.

Here's the back story...  In 1939, a man named A.R.Swirkard and like minded counties in northern Wyoming, southern Montana, and western South Dakota attempted to form a new State called "Absaroka", with its Capital being Sheridan, Wyoming. Going as far as producing license plates, and naming a "Miss Absaroka" the proposed state was short lived. However, as a tribute to this rebel spirit, we created the Absaroka State Takeover held in Big Horn, Wyoming just south of the former Absarokan Capital. Designed as a gathering of Pre 1965 Hot Rods and Custom Cars, we had our own "Miss Absaroka" the second of her kind, Courtney Gifford (Former Miss Wyoming) and Trophy license plates resembling the rare originals given to each participant. Cars lined the street in front of the Historic Bozeman Trail Inn, with good food and drinks a plenty, the vibe of the show was excellent.

Sponsored by 307 clothing (Stalick Brother LLC), The Moonshiners Car Club, The Bozeman Trail Inn, The Big Horn-Y, and Manning Signs (Gillette, Wyo) we hope to be able to make this a yearly event. Special thanks to the organizers and Participants. Look forward to seeing everyone next year.

Here is shots from the First A.S.T. August 21st 2010.