Kasey Hawkins with Lake City Highland Dance out of Coeur d’Alene dances to “Nancy Mulligan” during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

Jay Dinning from Libby said he enjoys competing in Highlander Games such as the hammer throw because of the friendly competition and camaraderie.

Amy Williams from Hamilton watches her sheaf hang on the bar just before going over during the sheaf toss at the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

The crowd follows the Montana Highlanders as they retire away from the stage to continue playing during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

The Montana Highlanders march to the stage during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

Jeremy Nelson watches the weight he just released clear the bar during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

Cody Jessop throws with all his might during the weight toss game at the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

Kasey Hawkins with Lake City Highland Dance out of Coeur d’Alene dances during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.

Weezil of Hammered and Twisted by Weezil cuts a piece of copper from a pipe as Ruley Millen and Shelly Haig hammer copper rings to size during the 2018 Kootenai Highlanders Gathering Saturday.