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Wreath Auction. Photo by Pinedale Online.
Wreath Auction

Big crowd. Photo by Pinedale Online.
Big crowd
Wreath Auction raises funds for the Museum of the Mountain Man
December 6, 2025

The Museum of the Mountain Man held their 32nd annual holiday Wreath & Chocolate Auction on Friday, December 5th in the Lovatt Room of the Pinedale Library. There was a live auction of beautiful wreaths and centerpieces created by members of the community. There was also an online silent auction for home-made chocolates and treats. Jay Fear served as auctioneer for the event. Food was sponsored by First Bank and catered by Gypsy Treats. The event raises funds for the Museum's 2026 programs.



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  • View items from the 2025 Wreath & Chocolate auction here
  • www.MMMuseum.com - Museum of the Mountain Man, Pinedale, Wyoming

  • Santa Beaver on Skis Chainsaw Carving. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Santa Beaver on Skis Chainsaw Carving
    Donated By Melissa and Miles Anderson. This sold for $1550.

    Bear Trap wreath. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Bear Trap wreath
    Donated by Windy Noble. This was one of the Fan Favorites and sold for $1300.

    Cowboy Boot Mirror. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Cowboy Boot Mirror
    This unique wreath had recycled cowboy boot tops framing a mirror, accented with a red poinsettia swag and glittered twigs. Donated by Jay Fear Real Estate. It sold for $1,100.

    Moose Delight. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Moose Delight
    This beautiful wreath was created by Julie Early. It was sold for $575.

    Joy to the World. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Joy to the World
    This large wreath had metal cutout hanger "Peace on Earth" with bells, faux wreath with berries and pinecones, Santa metal medal medallion art, handcrafted wood burning ornaments, handcrafted ornaments, red and green bow, white poinsettias. Donated by White Mountain Operating.

    Hand forged sleigh bells. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Hand forged sleigh bells
    Set of three hand-forged steel bells, crafted by American Mountain Men (AMM) Blacksmith Venerando "Vinny" Musumecci. These sold for $550. "Vinny" Musumecci. These sold for $550.

    Lost Stirrup Wreath. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Lost Stirrup Wreath
    A stirrup was found on Sheryl and Jon Boroff's ranch and they turned it into a beautiful wreath. This sold for $800.

    If Wishes Were Horses. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    If Wishes Were Horses
    The Sage & Snow Garden Club donated this creative wreath. It sold for $625.

    Vintage Ornament Wreath. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Vintage Ornament Wreath
    This wreath with vintage Christmas ornaments was created by Ruth Noble and her daughter Charlotte Keyser.

    Horseshoe Christmas Tree. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Horseshoe Christmas Tree
    Welded horseshoe Christmas tree with vintage ornaments welded by 14-year-old beginner welder Cody Sims Jr.

    Hallmark Heritage Wreath. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Hallmark Heritage Wreath
    This pretty wreath donated by Millie Pape had blue lights.

    Christmas Moose. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Christmas Moose
    Wooden log decorated with rake antlers and wooden spoon ears, featuring a red glitter poinsettia and battery-operated lights. Donated by Sandy Wanfalt. This sold for $700.

    Silent Auction. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Silent Auction

    Silent Auction. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Silent Auction

    Fort Chocolate. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Fort Chocolate
    Silent Auction item - Replica of Fort Sublette created in chocolate. Chocolate fort crafted by Chocolates by Kelly. The fort is made entirely of chocolate—milk, dark, and semisweet—totaling approximately 5 pounds. Chimneys are made of marshmallows, and every element is fully edible. Donated by Western Horizons Consulting. Sold for $310.

    Great food. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Great food
    First Bank sponsored the food. They have been the Museum's food sponsor for the Wreath Auction for 24 years. This year's caterer was Gypsy Treats.

    First Bank food sponsor. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    First Bank food sponsor

    Gayle Kinnison Memorial Wreath. Photo by Pinedale Online.
    Gayle Kinnison Memorial Wreath
    This wreath, now in retirement, is in fond memory of Museum supporter Gayle McMurry Kinnison. It is freshened up and put on display every year at the annual wreath auction.
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