Saddle up with Joe Pickett

A trivia contest based on six C.J. Box books is the heart of a Western themed gala that kicks off this Saturday. The Saratoga Museum sponsored event takes place at The Yard, an outdoor venue at 108 SE River Street, from 5:00 to 8:30.

Teams of six Joe Pickett fans will compete for prizes of $400, $350, and $150. The contest is based on these books: Free Fire, Blood Trail, Below Zero, Nowhere to Run, Cold Wind and Force of Nature, with bonus questions from Box’s latest thriller, Wolf Pack. Questions concern those who partnered with Joe Pickett and other characters, including animals.

The party begins with Box signing books at 5:00 pm. Cowboy cookout is at 6:00, featuring smoked pork, beef roast with gravy, four sides, and dessert. Beer, wine and pop are available for purchase.

The trivia contest follows, with C.J. and Laurie Box attending.

Live and silent auctions are next, with items donated by individuals and merchants, who also are providing the prize money. A special auction item offered by Box is the use of the winner’s name in an upcoming novel.

Door prizes will be given out throughout the evening. There is a special drawing from all tickets for a breakfast with C.J. and Laurie at the Hood House.

Tickets for the evening’s dinner and events are $40.00 each. Advance ticketing is preferred. Drop in at the Saratoga Museum, 104 Constitution, or call 307-326-5511 to reserve.