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The roar of chainsaws filled the air and the sound of axes chopping into logs filled the air in Encampment this weekend at the Encampment-Riverside Lions Club hosted the 63rd Annual Woodchoppers Jamboree and Rodeo.

Before the events began, the Lions Club hosted a pancake breakfast at the Encampment volunteer firehouse. Afterward, locals and out-of-towners alike watched the traditional Woodchoppers Jamboree and Rodeo parade with Ken Drain as this year's grand marshall.

People watched the speed and skill of woodchopper competitors who gave their all to beat the clock in different events such as the two-man handsaw, log throw and even a Mad Logger chainsaw throw. There was a lot of excitement as people cheered on.

There was a full crowd in the stands to watch the rodeo, another great Wyoming tradition. Entrants competed in steer wrestling, tie-down roping, saddle bronc riding and team roping.