Rugged Idaho Expo

Outfitting Adventure

Event season has kicked off here at Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell and we're onto our next Signature Event. Treasure Valley's own Rugged Idaho Expo was created to make sure you're fully outfitted for your next Idaho adventure. Whether it's camping, grilling, fishing, or hunting, you'll find everything you need for the next time you get outside. With over 40 outdoor-themed vendors filling the plaza, you're guaranteed to find the right gear for your needs. To elevate your experience at Rugged Idaho Expo this year, we're adding a full line up of speakers and experiences. From Sasquatch calling to fire starting, even an outdoor cooking exhibition, we're making sure you're prepped and ready. It's time to get lost!

Rugged Idaho Cornhole Tournament

Nothing wrong with a little healthy competition! Grab a partner (or we'll find one for you) and sign up for some good, clean cornhole fun. Hard to beat a warm Spring afternoon: cold beer in one hand, bean bag in the other. Not a pro-level cornholer? No worries. Think you're the best bean bag tosser this side of the Mississippi? We'll see about that! Every skill level is welcome to participate. 12 and older, please.

Event Details, Speakers and Exhibitions

Jordan Shaw: Main Stage
This is a two-day event this year, so plan your weekend accordingly. Friday night we have Jordan Shaw on the main stage with his rich, soulful country originals and covers. Every time this guy grabs a guitar it's an instant party. Before he gets discovered by Nashville, come down and hear him for yourself at this free event.

In the Wild Chef: 5 Tips from a Backcountry Chef
We booked Steve Weston, author of bestselling outdoor cookbook, "In the Wild Chef," Steve is coming down to the Idaho Central Credit Union's Indian Creek Plaza's main stage on Saturday at 11AM for his live cooking demonstration. Learn tricks and tips and hear stories about Steve's high elevation adventures. Steve has spent decades dedicating his life to replacing barely edible freeze-dried meals with delicious culinary experiences, even at high elevations. From base camp to summit, Steve has you covered.

Fire Starting: If You're Prepared, You're Never Really Lost
Learn the basics of fire building and maintenance from Idaho's own, Clinton Minor, founder of Sage to Sawtooth Bushcraft. For decades, Clinton has been sharing his passion (ok, obsession) for survival, trail craft, preparedness and bushcraft through in-person trainings, YouTube videos, blogs and even an online store full of gear made right here in Idaho.

Squatch Juice: Sasquatch Calling Contest
Believer or Naysayer - all are welcome to fuel their inner squatch. The plaza will be alive with the sounds of the wild. Whether it's screams, grunts, moans or growls, let's hear your best Sasquatch call! See a schedule of all event speakers on our Signature Events page at indiancreekplaza.com

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Indian Creek Plaza, Downtown Caldwell, Caldwell, ID, 83605, View Map