The Chuck Wagon Pavilion.

In 1935, six members of the Jaycees Civic Group, ( Junior Chamber of Commerce) and their wives, began a tradition in the Garden of the Gods, Colorado, by hosting chuck wagon dinners at this site, for eight visitors, for charity. The Western style suppers proved to be very popular and within a few short years, hundreds of people were attending three times a week. As the event grew in popularity, the Jaycees constructed a covered patio area that was named The Pavilion. The last chuck wagon supper was served in the early 1980's, but the outdoor structure remained as a picnic shelter in the park until 1985. Thousands of people have enjoyed hearty meals and Western music, as the red rocks of Colorado echoed the sounds of 'Riders in the Sky' and other traditional country music. This is all that remains of the site now, which is a shame, as I would have enjoyed a dinner with music there.