Classics on display at local hospital fundraiser
Del Smith cooking up some delicious burgers on the BBQ for event goers. (Erin Jusseaume/ Clark Fork Valley Press)
The stunning Ford Willy’s pick up from Whitefish on display. (Erin Jusseaume/ Clark Fork Valley Press)
Ken and Teagan Saner havnig a look at the other exhibitors during the event. Ken had three classics showcased on the day. (Erin Jusseaume/ Clark Fork Valley Press)
Buck Larson with his Heritage Soft tail enjoying the event. (Erin Jusseaume/ Clark Fork Valley Press)
Quinton and Audrey of Plains are enjoying the show with their 2013 Harley Davidson Dyna Fat-bob. Only two months new to Plains, they say the car and bike shows are a gret way to meet new friends. (Erin Jusseaume/ Clark Fork Valley Press)
The annual Car and Bike Show at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital was still hailed a success even though the smoke from forest fires lingered in the air on the day of the event.
“We brought out the residents one by one so they could have a look, they also had to wear a mask as the smoke was just too much for them,” explained organizer Del Smith.
Though he went on to say that it didn’t stop the smiles for the residents as they all truly enjoyed having the walk around and reminiscing on models shown on the day.
A donation BBQ was also set up so those that visited could get a great tasting hamburger or sweet.
One exhibitor Ray Simpson drove down from Whitefish for the show.
“It’s something cool to be apart of,” said Simpson.
He brought down his Ford Willy’s, a car he inherited but built the engine himself.
“It’s a little small for me, but it sure is a fun car to drive,” he said.
Buck Larson of Plains was also there showcasing his 2006 Harley Davidson Heritage Soft tail.
Though the smoke didn’t allow the stunning cars and bikes to truly shine, when the sun broke through you could catch a glimpse of what they would look like set against the great Montana landscape.
Cindy Leandro was helping with the BBQ and also speaking with guests at the event.
“We don’t know what the residents will want this year, but they really love the step machine they were able to get from last year’s event,” she said.
Event goers also had the opportunity to grab some delicious tomatoes that were home grown by the long stay residents.
With all the smoke of the recent fires, most could not get out and about, but that didn’t stop them from admiring the classics through the window of the residency.
“Next year we hope to have more cars and bikes, they really love the event. As we are locked into the show calendar, we are hoping next year for an even better event,” said Smith.