ENTERTAINMENT

While most campers head to the mountains, Buck Trout makes a bee-line toward festivals and fairs. A buck-toothed, nature loving puppet, Buck Trout prefers the laughter of children to the serenity of a mountain retreat.

Since 1995, Buck Trout has completed an estimated 50 cross-country trips making appearances at some of the largest events in the United States. This nationally known, fun-loving puppet consistently promotes good values and encourages families to embrace a healthier lifestyle.

As Buck Trout drives around in his little truck, his zany antics and comical stories always make a lasting impression that brings smiles and laughter to children of all ages.

The Northwest Playboys are five Honky Tonkin’ refugees from dozens of raucous country bands who got together after COVID to play the music they love and grew up with. Since early 2023, their upbeat Bakersfield sound, signature fiddling and corn-pone humor has been packing in bigger and bigger crowds in small towns up and down the I-5 corridor, from rural hamlets of Portland to Seattle.

Each of The Northwest Playboys are master musicians who have tours, records and decades of performances to their credit. The Playboys each take turns at the wheel as they drive through a set list of favorites from the 50’s-90’s mixed with original material.

If you live in the Northwest, and pine for a good dog, an old truck, or had a broken heart before the 1990s, back when tape cassettes were new technology and the AM dial still ruled the airwaves, you are going to be glad you spent time at a Northwest Playboys show.

He’s been called “The Ed Sheeran of Country Music” for his rare ability to entertain alone with his guitar in a way that rivals bands! Cale’s handcrafted approach to music has made him a fan favorite everywhere he goes. His amazing vocal range, soulful lyrics, unique guitar stylings, energy, and unexpected humor, are just a portion of what makes Cale’s concerts unique. Cale crafts a show for each new audience, that doesn’t just entertain, but creates lasting memories for all ages.

Born the son of a long haul truck driver, Cale grew up loving the blue collar American way of life: Hard work, diesel fumes, dirt, guns, God, family & freedom. Cale’s music is inspired by every day life as it happens in the lives of every day folks. No false bravado, no tortured metaphors, no artificial sweeteners and no preservatives! Now entirely self-produced, Cale is reviving the true spirit of country music: “Real songs for real people living real lives in the real world.”

The Sweetwater Band is a high-energy, “get you on your feet”, feel-good group. They play your favorite music, inspired by Rock & Roll, Old & New Country, Pop, Disco, Funk and Blues - All the best hits and fan favorites from yesterday and today!

The group is comprised of captivating world-class musicians and award-winning vocalists that promise a great time. We have performed with or opened for some of the top touring acts across the country, including Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, Thomas Rhett, Kacey Musgraves, Steve Holy, Eric Paslay, Gretchen Wilson & James Otto. Our female vocalist is a two-time winner of the Texas Opry’s female vocalist award.

Over the past 14 years, Sweetwater has played at venues across the Northwest, including Spirit Mountain, Quinault Beach Resort & Casino, St. Paul Rodeo, Cycle Oregon, the Columbia, Clackamas and Tillamook County Fair and Rodeos, Duke’s Bar & Grill, The Ponderosa Lounge, Bushwhackers, Portland Yacht Club, 13 Nights on the River music series, Countryfest, and many more.

Sweetwater engages the crowd and leaves guests with wonderful memories of an outstanding event!