THE FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER IS SOLD OUT

AS OF THURSDAY, 8-7-08.    

      Friday night, August 8, at 7 p.m., a Chuckwagon Supper and Songfest will be held on the grounds of historic Kokernot Lodge, one mile north of the Sul Ross State University campus.

     Kokernot Lodge, where it stands now, was once the ranching headquarters to the famous 06 Kokernot Ranch.  Known as San Lorenzo Spring, Burgess Spring, and Kokernot Springs, the once free flowing spring on the property has seen many individuals pass by ranging from Spanish Conquistadors, Comanche Indians, Spanish emigrants leaving Chihuahua headed for California, soldiers, and ranchers.  The first written history mentioning the springs was recorded January 5, 1684 by Juan de Dominguez Mendoza, who discovered a route north soon to be known as the Chihuahua Trail. 

     After a brief program during which authors and special invitees will be introduced, singer/guitarist/author Mike Blakely will provide the evening entertainment.

     For ordering tickets to this event, see the "Purchase Tickets" button to the left.