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Wyoming's Official State Travel Website Wyoming Travel and Tourism3106http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Go-Native-America/3106Go Native America Go Native America takes visitors from all over the world to experience authentic Native American cultures, lands and history. Whether traveling solo, in family groups or by joining our small groups, people love to visit the realms and lands of Plains Tribes and hear about culture and history from a team of allindigenous guides. They do: outstanding fullyguided trips to 14 days duration (included in National Geographics 50 Top Tours Of A Lifetime), Stepon guide services with an awardwinning author and allindigenous guides to all important native sites. The most comprehensive history tours on the Northern Plains, with history from both perspectives, military and Indian; Stays at their Tipi Ranch on the Cheyenne reservation w/ tribal guides, horseback rides, Native American culture, Arts, ethnobotany, history, &amp; powwow: Little Bighorn Battlefield Rides see it as warriors of both sides, Custer and Crazy Horse saw it on horseback; Meet descendents of Sitting Bull and Red Cloud Go Native America can offer unique horseback riding experiences on the Northern Cheyenne and Crow Indian Reservations. Choose a reservation tour, a historical trek, a cultural sojourn, a Native American ethnobotany tour; whatever you choose will be unique. Our Northern Cheyenne wranglers also offer roping lessons. Rides start from 90 minutes, but for the experienced rider, even take the route Custer took to the Little Bighorn from the Crows Nest; a 10 hour ride! You can even spend the night in tipis by the Little Bighorn River. Beginners are welcome, instruction given, and leading reins for kids if needed but with good responsive horses, this is not just nose to tail pony trekking, its an unforgettable experience. Go Native America offers authentic experiences &amp; insights into Native American cultures, lands and history, on traditional tribal lands. They do: historical and cultural fullyguided small groups up to14 days, stepon guide services for FIT or motor coaches with worldclass awardwinning author and indigenous guides, any duration; stays at their Tipi Ranch on the Northern Cheyenne reservation between the Black Hills and Yellowstone (where the Indians ARE the cowboys) cultural activities, Native American Arts, ethnobotany, history, riding, powwow; Little Bighorn Battlefield Rides see it as Custer and Crazy Horse saw it on horseback; Visit the Medicine Wheel, the Rosebud, The Fetterman Miscalculation, Devils Tower all with expert guides. Native American Concierge service they can organize entire Native itineraries or add to yours with dance, music and arts for your group at hotel. Executive director Chief Alfred Red Cloud is the greatgrandson of the great Chief Red Cloud 2009-10-22T14:21:18-07:004970http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Museum-of-the-American-West/4970Museum of the American West The Museum of the American West is an umbrella for a series of museums that are planned or currently being developed at our large site. These include the Pioneer Museum, the Pushroot Living History Village, the Native Americans of the Central Plains and Rockies Museum and living history complex, and the Lander Childrens Museum.2009-03-20T13:36:31-07:00223395http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Authentic-Western-Adventure-through-the-Eyes-of-Native-Americans-and-Cowboys/223395Authentic Western Adventure through the Eyes of Native Americans and Cowboys Arrive in Dubois any Thursday, June 18 through August 20, and camp at the Dubois Wind River KOA, enjoying all the scenery of the wilderness while camping on the Wind River in the town of <xml:namespace prefix st1 ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:smarttags" /><st1:City w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Dubois</st1:place></st1:City>. VIP Passes to the <st1:place w:st"on"><st1:PlaceName w:st"on">National</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceName w:st"on">Big</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceName w:st"on">Horn</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceName w:st"on">Sheep</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st"on">Center</st1:PlaceType></st1:place> are included. Learn about the Sheep Eater Indians way of life and the Big Horn Sheep Traps. (Get 10% off in the gift shop with <st1:place w:st"on"><st1:PlaceName w:st"on">VIP</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st"on">Pass</st1:PlaceType></st1:place>) <xml:namespace prefix o ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> Friday take a half day hike to the Big Horn Sheep Traps with <st1:place w:st"on"><st1:PlaceName w:st"on">Dubois</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st"on">Museum</st1:PlaceType></st1:place> Education Guide Sally Wulbrecht. See several big horn sheep traps and learn their histories from Sally. Enjoy an ecofriendly sack lunch from the Paya Deli during your hike.<o:p></o:p> Upon arriving back at the campground, get ready for the Dubois Rodeo where Cowgirl Catering will grill up half pound burgers or Angus hot dogs. Then head for the stands and get ready to experience a local rodeo where the competition is friendly but the cowgirls and cowboys are serious. See the Dude rancher quests compete for the ribbons on the steers tails and the kids mutton bustin. Kids are called from the stands to compete for the ribbons on calves tails. It is a late night of fun.<o:p></o:p> Then it is back to your campsite for one more night camping along the <st1:place w:st"on">Wind River</st1:place>. <o:p></o:p> Dates Available: June 18, 2009 through August 20, 2009<o:p></o:p> $179.00 for two people. Add a third or fourth person for $29.50 dollars each. (No RV! No Problem! Add $40 for a Kamping Kabin or deduct $30 for a tent site.) Tax not included. Dubois wind River KOA/ 8005620806/ <A href"mailto:duboiskoa@dteworld.com">duboiskoa@dteworld.com</A> koa.com/where/wy/50156 duboisrodeo.org duboismuseum.org bighorn.org<o:p></o:p> 2009-05-26T09:58:16-07:001759http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Native-American/1759Native AmericanThe Indian Reservations and their people are an important part of the culture and economy of Wyoming. Home for the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho Indians, the reservations boundaries encompass over 2.25 million acres of land, of which nearly 2 million acres are Indian owned. 2009-02-13T09:12:36-08:0032331http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Medicine-Wheel-National-Historic-Site/32331Medicine Wheel National Historic SiteIt's not really Stonehenge, but Wyoming's Medicine Wheel is surrounded by a fair share of mystery. No one really knows when or why this 74foot diameter stone circle with 28 interior spokes radiating outward was built. There's no question on the where though. On a bluff reached from State Highway 14A, 22 miles west of Burgess Junction, the Medicine Wheel overlooks nearly the entire Big Horn Basin. Current theories have a Native American tribe building the wheel for religious or astrological purposes sometime between 1200 and 1700 A.D. Modern Indians use the Medicine Wheel for religious ceremonies. You'll notice all sorts of religious olio scattered inside and out of the wheel. The Medicine Wheel was designated a National Historic Site in 1970. 2009-02-20T11:20:24-08:004539http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Trail-End-State-Historic-Site/4539Trail End State Historic Site This elegant Flemish Revival Historic House Museum, built in 1913, was once home to Wyoming Governor and United States Senator John B. Kendrick. While the home features original furnishings and décor, the parklike grounds contain native trees, shrubs and nonnative species. Trail End displays an elegantly different facet of Sheridan rich western heritage.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:0031164http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Northeast-Wyoming/31164Northeast WyomingBordered by the Big Horn Mountains on the west, South Dakota to the east, the Montana border to the north, the Thunder Basin National Grassland to the south, Northeast Wyoming is rich with history. Traditionally shared by a number of Native American tribes, Northeast Wyoming was a location of a great deal of conflict between the Native Americans and the encroaching settlement of white settlers. The Powder River and Devils Tower National Monument are the natural wonders most often associated with this region of Wyoming.2009-02-20T02:57:44-08:0031482http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Meeteetse/31482MeeteetsePopulation: 351 Elevation: 5895 Region: Northwest <A href"http://www.yellowstonecountry.org/" target_blank>Tourism</A><A href"http://www.meeteetsewy.com/" target_blank> Chamber of Commerce</A> Located 30 miles south of Cody on WYO 120, Meeteetse is the heart of large cattle ranches and farming country. Native Americans were responsible for many names of Wyoming communities and Meeteetse literally translated means "measured distance near and far," and what that means or what that has to do with the town of Meeteetse is known only to Native Americans. 2009-01-16T15:51:05-08:003666http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Medicine-Lodge-State-Archaeological-Site/3666Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site Medicine Lodge has 24 campsites available on a first come, first serve basis. There are three campsites that can be reserved for a fee by calling the tollfree number or their website. This site was continually used for 10,000 years. Investigation and dig done by Dr. George Frison. Pictographs and petroglyphs. Visitor Center and some camping available onsite. This site was continually used for 10,000 years. Investigation and dig done by Dr. George Frison. Pictographs and petroglyphs. One of the earliest homesteads in the area. Homesteaded by B.F. Wickwire in 1880. Visitor Center and some camping available onsite.2009-08-07T13:03:00-07:00207448http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/-Great-American-Duet--Winners-Anne-and-Pete-Sibley/207448"Great American Duet" Winners Anne & Pete SibleyFresh from winning the Great American Duet SingOff on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion," Jackson Hole's Anne and Pete Sibley return to the Center for the Arts to celebrate the release of their new CD, "Coming Home." 2009-05-04T13:03:06-07:0032516http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Legend-Rock-Petroglyph-Historic-Site/32516Legend Rock Petroglyph Historic SiteTake a step back in time with a visit to Legend Rock. Located approximately 30 miles northwest of Hot Springs State Park Legend Rock enables visitors to view over 300 petroglyphs spanning a timeperiod of thousands of years. These petroglyphs introduce you to multiple cultures and eras long past. The site is administered out of Hot Springs State Park where visitors are recommended to stop before visiting the site. A key and permit is required to attend the site. Keys and permits are available at the State Bath House, located at Hot Springs State Park, the Hot Springs County/ Thermopolis Chamber of Commerce and the Meeteetse Museum. There is no charge for the permit but a photo ID is required. The Bath House is open seven days a week from 8 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Saturday and 12 PM to 5:30 PM Sunday. Family and group tours can also be scheduled through Hot Springs State Park. A minimum oneweek notice is recommended. Tours are free to the public but availability may be limited so be sure to call the state park office ahead of time at (307) 8642176. While at Legend Rock be sure to stay on the marked trails and observe proper rock art etiquette and respect for the people who hold this site sacred. Defacing any part of rock panels in anyway is prohibited and can be a felony under state and federal laws. Do not touch the rock panels in any way as they are fragile and even oils from your hands can affect future site dating a research. Do not pick up or move any artifacts or rocks as they can contain valuable cultural information and even the location of the rocks is important to that data. Be sure to keep your permit with you for Bureau of Land Management and State Park Rangers to check. The site is also under videosurveillance for security reasons. Bring your camera and feel free to take pictures. Binoculars area also recommended for viewing some of the details of these exquisite petroglyphs. Children must be under adult supervision at all times. Pets must be on a leash. Please lock the gate behind you and place the key in the key drop location at the gate when you leave. Summers can be hot so bring plenty of water. Legend Rock is a special place and one of the highlights of the Big Horn Basin and Wyoming. Legend Rock, while not heavily promoted, is already a worldrenowned rock art site. Please enjoy this cultural site and out of respect for the people who tread this sacred ground take only photographs and leave only footprints. 2009-07-24T09:59:47-07:0031823http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fort-Bridger-State-Historic-Site/31823Fort Bridger State Historic SiteSite Facilities Fort Bridger State Historic Site can be reached by taking Interstate 80, Exit 34 then going approximately 3 miles south of Evanston,Wyoming. Established by Jim Bridger and Louis Vasquez in 1843 as an emigrant supply stop along the Oregon Trail. It was obtained by the Mormons in the early 1850s, and then became a military outpost in 1858. In 1933, the property was dedicated as a Wyoming Historical Landmark and Museum. There are several restored historical buildings from the military time period, a reconstructed of the trading post operated by Jim Bridger, and an interpretive archaeological site containing the base of the cobble rock wall built by the Mormons during their occupation of the fort. All of these locations are signed in Braille. In addition, a museum containing artifacts from the various different historical time periods is housed in the 1888 stone barracks building. There are gift shops in both museums and the reconstructed trading post. There is no camping available at Fort Bridger. Ft. Bridger Historical Association PO Box 112 Fort Bridger, WY 82933 call Tisa at 3077823842 Site Grounds and Museum Hours: Site Grounds open yearround 8 a.m. to sunset, daily. Bridger/Vasquez Trading Co. May 1Sept. 30: 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. Daily Oct. 1April 30: Closed2009-07-24T09:07:00-07:0031250http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Medicine-Wheel-Passage/31250Medicine Wheel PassageWyoming Highway 14A, known as the Medicine Wheel Passage, rises from the Big Horn Basin to high elevation rangeland. Named for the Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark, the Medicine Wheel Passage celebrates the rich Native American history and culture of Wyoming. With the panorama of the Big Horn Basin and Absoraka Mountains in the background the Byway provides a unique and informative view into the spiritual qualities of ancient history. Just as its name implies, the Medicine Wheel Passage has always been much more than a byway, it is a passage. Overview Drive the Medicine Wheel Passage from the Big Horn Basin into high elevation rangeland. Following Highway 14A, you'll pass through the Bighorn National Forest, and along the way, you'll take part in the rich Native American history and culture. From Bighorn National Forest to Connor Battlefield State Historic Site to Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark, get connected with the land and culture that have remained in this region for centuries. More Wildflowers Along The Passage (WY) 1 Leave behind your vehicle to enter Bighorn National Forest; any motorized or mechanical vehicles are banned from this vast forest comprised of fir, aspen, pine, and spruce trees. Spanning over 1.1 million acres, recreation abounds in the forests cool atmosphere. Over 1,500 miles of trails offer ideal biking or hiking, and numerous troutloaded lakes provide fishing. Wildlife such as black bears, moose, marmots, mountain lions, and deer reside here, so wildlife watching always proves interesting. Stay overnight in one of the 32 campgrounds for a night under the stars. Bighorn Basin (WY) 2 Seek peace at the Medicine Wheel National Historic Landmark, located in the Bighorn National Forest on Medicine Mountain. Native American cultures revere this sacred stone circle for its strong spiritual ambiance. Here, Native American people held ceremonies and communed with the Great Spirit to obtain strong spiritual medicine. The calm feeling of this landmark reflects the sacred nature of this prayerful place. For a taste of history set in a quiet park, visit the Connor Battlefield State Historic Site in Ranchester. Here, General P.E. Connor and his troops battled against an Arapaho village in the Battle of Tongue River in 1865. Today, a monument stands at the battlefield, surrounded by a fresh green park. Have an afternoon picnic here, then indulge in some relaxed fishing at the Tongue River, whose waters stream alongside the park. Medicine Wheel Passage provides a panorama that encompasses the wide meadows in the Big Horn Basin and the towering trees of the Absaroka Mountains. Three primary points of interest will entice you to explore the land and expand your vision of the people and animals that inhabit it. Construction: The wheel was constructed by Plains Indians between 300800 years ago, and has been used and maintained by various groups since then. The central cairn is the oldest part, with excavations showing it extends below the wheel and has been buried by windblown dust. It may have supported a central pole. The star alignments are most accurate for around 1200 AD, since slight changes in the Earth's orbit have caused perturbations since. The solstice alignments remain accurate today. The Bighorn wheel is part of a much larger complex of interrelated archeological sites that represent 7000 years of Native American adaptation to and use of the alpine landscape that surrounds Medicine Mountain. Numerous contemporary American Indian traditional use ceremonial staging areas, medicinal and ceremonial plant gathering areas, sweat lodge sites, altars offering locales and fasting (vision quest) enclosures, can be found nearby. Ethnohistoric, ethnographic, and archeological evidence demonstrates that the Medicine Wheel and the surrounding landscape constitute one of the most important and well preserved ancient Native American sacred site complexes in North America. Between 70 and 150 wheels have been identified in South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. 2009-07-28T14:12:39-07:004706http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Winger-s-an-American-Diner/4706Winger's an American DinerIt started with a 1940s Pullman train car, a sauce recipe people would die for and a simple idea: Create a costeffective yet distinctive restaurant concept with a moderate number of exceptional menu items and people will come. It was with this vision in mind that The Slaymaker Group opened the very first Winger'sAn American Diner in 1993. Since then, the restaurant chain has grown exponentially. Not by chance, but by experience. The Slaymaker Group has been in the restaurant business for nearly 30 years, most recently as an awardwining franchisee for such national chains as Tony Roma's and T.G.I. Friday's. 2009-02-26T13:03:26-08:002323http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/American-Heritage-Center/2323American Heritage Center The University of Wyoming manuscript repository, rare book library, and university archives. One of the largest special collections repositories in the nation. Internationally known for its research collections on Wyoming and the American West, the mining and petroleum industries, military history, politics, conservation, journalism, transportation, and 20thcentury entertainment such as radio, and television; family papers, organizational and business records, photos, maps, film and audio recordings, and other formats. Rare book collection emphasizes: the American West, British and US literature, early exploration of North America, religion, hunting and fishing, natural history, women authors, the book arts. Welcomes all researchers, including undergraduates and grades 412. Administers Wyoming History Day program. Small exhibits and outstanding western art on display. Travelling exhibit program. Author readings, lectures, and symposia. Free admission; open to all.2009-05-05T11:49:26-07:003066http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fort-Phil-Kearny-State-Historic-Site/3066Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site Selfguided walking tours on the Fort, Fetterman and Wagon Box Battlefield sites. Provides living history tours by appointment for a minimal fee to support group.2009-07-28T22:14:39-07:0031311http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Five-Springs-Falls-Recreation-Site-in-Northwest-Wyoming/31311Five Springs Falls Recreation Site in Northwest WyomingFive Springs Falls Recreation Site, along Hwy 14A about 25 miles east of Lovell, provides unique vertical cliff habitat that is kept moist by the spray from a 100 foot waterfall. The granite walls surrounding the falls provide a home for four rare and sensitive plant species.2009-07-29T08:17:24-07:0048549http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Trail-End-State-Historic-Site-Holiday-Open-House/48549Trail End State Historic Site Holiday Open HouseTRAIL END STATE HISTORIC SITE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Sheridan's popular historic museum comes alive with the sights, sounds and scents of Christmas all rolled into one three day event. Featuring nine performances by local musicians. 2009-10-21T09:16:41-07:004920http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/State-Parks-and-Historic-Sites-and-Trails/4920State Parks and Historic Sites & TrailsWhen <xml:namespace prefix st1 ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st"on">Yellowstone</st1:place> was set aside in 1872 as the world's first national park, it marked the start of a new attitude toward the American outdoors. States had begun to set aside land and develop public parks of their own. In <st1:State w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Wyoming</st1:place></st1:State>, the state park system also incorporates historic sites and trails, preserving our culture resources. &nbsp;<xml:namespace prefix o ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> Visitors can relive the days of pioneers on the <st1:place w:st"on">Oregon Trail</st1:place> or buy goods like early trappers at the Fort Bridger Rendezvous; or simply take advantage of the recreation that comes from the states large lakes and reservoirs. An intricate system of snowmobiling, horseback, ATV, biking and hiking trails is also provided as a means to explore <st1:State w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Wyoming</st1:place></st1:State>s wideopen country. 2009-03-17T13:29:12-07:002484http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Blackhawk-Gallery/2484Blackhawk Gallery A fine art gallery featuring Western art by contemporary American artists, painters, sculptors and wood carvers. They also offer Native American jewelry, pottery and textiles. You can also find a selection of pewter and porcelain gift items and Trollbeads. They have just added African baskets, Nicaraguan pottery, Mata Ortiz pottery, and jewelry lines by Richard Lindsay, Rocki Gorman, Gurubachi and Laurel Griffin2009-05-04T16:21:12-07:0032117http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Butch-Cassidy-and-the-Sundance-Kid--Historic-Sites/32117Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: Historic SitesThe HoleintheWall, located about 30 miles west of Kaycee, can be accessed by Willow Creek Ranch. Geographically, this area had all the advantages needed for a gang attempting to evade authorities. It was easily defended and impossible for lawmen to access without detection by the HoleintheWall Gang. The original cabin that housed Butch Cassidy can now be found at the Old Trail Town in Cody, Wyoming. Butch and Sundance also liked to frequent the Occidental Hotel in Buffalo, where rooms are named after them today. South of Buffalo and 16 miles west of Kaycee is the Outlaw Cave Recreation Area. It contains a public campground, a Native American rock shelter with pictographs, and the famous "Outlaw Cave." Another popular place for the gang to hide out was in Baggs, Wyoming, bordering Colorado and offering a quick escape. If you trace the history of Robert Leroy Parker (that's "Butch" to you and me), you will learn that he received his nickname in Rock Springs, Wyoming, where he worked in several butcher shops. Butch also called the Meeteetse area home for several years. He left his mark on an 1886 petition, and a few years later in 1890 was arrested outside the local Cowboy Bar that still holds the original back bar and several bullet holes from times past. Later, Butch spent time at the Territorial Prison for stealing horses, but was released with a promise to never return or operate in Wyoming again. "Sundance" received his name after being thrown in prison in Sundance, Wyoming, for the same offense. Each year in August, a group of enthusiasts gather for an eightday Outlaw Trail Ride beginning in Thermopolis and ending at the HoleintheWall. Guests make the trek across the vast Wyoming countryside on horseback, discovering historical landmarks along the way. The trip also includes a stop at the Hot Springs County Museum which houses the original HoleintheWall Saloon. In addition to this group, Historic Trails West offers horseback trips across various parts of Wyoming, including a sixday Outlaw Trail Ride through HoleintheWall, and Thunder Mountain Tours provides an interpretive tour with access to private land that surrounds the area, including views from the top of the bluff. Although his death is a mystery, some believe that Butch did in fact bury loot near Mary's Lake in the Wind River Mountains. And while some think he later returned (after his alleged death) to dig up his fortune, others believe he never did and that all that loot is still buried up there somewhere today. 2009-02-19T16:15:03-08:0032558http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fort-Laramie-National-Historic-Site/32558Fort Laramie National Historic SiteFort Laramie, the first garrisoned post in Wyoming, is located adjacent to the town of Fort Laramie near the confluence of the North Platte and Laramie rivers. It was the most important outpost on the major emigrant trails the Oregon, Mormon and California. The fort was named in honor of Jacques La Ramie, a French fur trapper who worked in the tributaries of the North Platte in the early 1800s. Fort Laramie had its beginning in June, 1834, when fourteen Rocky Mountain Fur Company men built a small stockaded post. The post, under different names, served the varied, changing needs of thousands who lived there or passed through the area on the way to greener pastures during its active 56year existence. Fort Laramie became a haven for gold seekers and weary emigrants, a station for the Pony Express and the Overland Stage, and it served as an important military post during the Plains Indian Wars. It witnessed the growth of the open range cattle industry, the coming of the homesteaders and the final settlement in the 1890s marking the closing of the frontier. The fort was abandoned in 1890, the year that Wyoming gained statehood. For the next 50 years, Fort Laramie went untended. In 1937, Wyoming appropriated funds for its purchase and donated the fort to the federal government. The 214 acres of former military reservation land was proclaimed a national monument in 1938 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Today, the site is managed by the National Park Service, which is charged with its protection and restoration. The historic structures reflect the drama of life and actions of the forts people military and civilian, resident and transient alike. There are 22 original structures, many of which have been restored and are available for the enjoyment of visitors. This national historic site is located three miles southwest of the town of Fort Laramie off U.S. Route 26. 2009-07-24T10:03:26-07:0031013http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Archeological-and-Paleontological-Sites/31013Archeological & Paleontological SitesWyoming is a diggers dream. Whether its dinosaur bones you seek, or fossils of a different life form, Wyoming offers all kinds of attractions, from museums to quarry tours to actual digs. Check out fullsize dinosaur skeletons or dig for a brand new find at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center in Thermopolis. Here, the excavations are conducted on the Morrison Formation, a huge rock layer that is the source of the countrys most significant dinosaur discoveries. And at the Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite in Shell, see fossil footprints from the Middle Jurassic Period. Fossils of fish, insects, birds, plants and reptiles (including a 13foot crocodile) are on display at the Fossil Butte National Monument, which holds the largest deposit of freshwater fish fossils in the Western hemisphere. The richest fossil fish deposits are found in limestone layers, about three feet thick, which lie some 100 feet below the top of the butte. Tynsky's Fossil Fish in Kemmerer lets visitors dig for fish and other fossils. In some cases, visitors can keep their finds, as long as theyre not rare. Dig programs are most often offered in the summer, and some sites offer kids digs. You might also want to visit a LatePrehistoric Plains Indians' bison trap between Sundance and Beulah. The Vore Buffalo Jump features enormous quantities of bone and stone artifacts that are perfectly preserved in discrete, precisely datable layers held in place within a natural bowl. The site is open to visitors during the summer. It is excavated by a team from the University of Wyoming for two weeks (usually in early July) and you can watch the archaeologists at work. <A href"http://www.vorebuffalojump.org/">Vore Buffalo Jump</A>2009-02-05T14:23:33-08:0058400http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/American-Veterans-Travelling-Tribute/58400American Veterans Travelling TributeThe American Veterans Traveling Tribute and Traveling Wall will be on display at Sheridan College, May 14 through May 17, 2009. Featured is an 80% replica of the Vietnam Wall. Ceremonies will be held to honor local veterans and activeduty service men and women throughout the threeday event. The tribute event is sponsored by the Marna M. Kuehne Foundation in conjunction with Sheridan College.<xml:namespace prefix o ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p>&nbsp;</o:p> The mission of the project is to travel the nation to honor, respect, and remember men and women who served, and to pay specific tribute to those who gave all in that service. Since the tribute is mobile it allows people to honor and respect veterans and active military personnel without having to travel great distances to do so.<o:p></o:p> 2009-03-19T12:24:11-07:0032351http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Pioneer-Trails--Fort-Casper/32351Pioneer Trails: Fort CasperThere is much Oregon, California, Mormon and Pony Express country to explore farther west, such as Independence Rock, Devils Gate and the Mormon Handcart Visitor center, where you can actually walk on trail remnants. You can find information at Fort Caspar or at the Historic Trails Interpretive Center to either select a route along Wyoming Highway 220 or over county roads that remain closer to the trail routes. For a change, travel north to Bozeman Trail country by taking Interstate 25 through Kaycee to Buffalo. There, visit the Jim Gatchell Museum with its collection of wagons and other local history, before continuing north to Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site, where you can learn about the Native American battles that occurred as a result of military and emigrant use of the Bozeman Trail. End your trip in Sheridan at Trail End State Historic Site, once the home of John B. Kendrick. As a young man, Kendrick followed a cattle trail from Texas north to Wyoming, eventually becoming a U.S. Senator and the Wyoming governor. Or, visit the Sheridan Inn, where William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody once a Pony Express rider later recruited cowboys to participate in his Wild West shows. 2009-02-20T11:50:15-08:003824http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Museum-of-the-Old-West-at-Old-Trail-Town/3824Museum of the Old West at Old Trail Town Twentysix buildings, which date from 1879 to 1901, 100 horsedrawn vehicles, plus an extensive collection of Native American artifacts and memorabilia of the Wyoming frontier.2009-03-05T17:08:03-08:003317http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Hot-Springs-County-Museum-and-Cultural-Center/3317Hot Springs County Museum & Cultural Center Small museum. History of Hot Springs County. Petroleum, agriculture, coal mining, Native Americans, veterans, pioneer families, blacksmith shop, print shop, bank, natural history, geology and more.2009-05-05T14:44:17-07:003101http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Glendo-Historical-Museum/3101Glendo Historical Museum The museum's exhibits include paleontology, Native American artifacts and the general history of the area. Free admission.2009-05-18T10:07:00-07:004694http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wind-River-Heritage-Center/4694Wind River Heritage Center Exhibits of Wyoming wildlife including 40 fullsized mounts from the Jake Korell collection, including wolves, bears, bison, moose, elk, deer and bighorn sheep, plus smaller mammals. View a collection of historic traps dating from the early 1800s and the Mountain Man era. Native American art, gifts, local history books.2009-05-11T12:21:56-07:0064293http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Indian-Territory/64293Indian TerritoryNative American gift shop with a wide variety of items made by the Shoshone and Arapahoe people of the Wind River Reservation. We also carry an amazing selection of art from other tribes. We specialize in beadwork and do custom orders. Indian owned and operated.2009-05-20T10:05:52-07:004739http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wyoming-Children-s-Museum-and-Nature-Center/4739Wyoming Children's Museum & Nature Center All exhibits are handson interactive on topics such as the Oregon Trail and Native Americans. There is also a nature center.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:004699http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wind-River-Visitors-Council/4699Wind River Visitors Council Wind River Country is southeast of Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons. Enjoy fishing, hiking, rodeos, Native American powwows and culture, pioneer trails or ghost towns. Explore 2,000 miles of alpine streams, hike mountain peaks over 13,000 feet tall. View our online <a href"http://www.vacationfun.com/ebrochures/WindRiver/ibrochure/WindRiver.htmlid933" title"iBrochure">brochure</a> 2009-10-06T13:24:46-07:0031310http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Outlaw-Cave-Recreation-Area-in-Northeast-Wyoming/31310Outlaw Cave Recreation Area in Northeast WyomingSouth of Buffalo and 16 miles west of the town of Kaycee is the Outlaw Cave Recreation Area. It contains a public campground, a Native American rock shelter with pictographs, and the famous "Outlaw Cave" used by Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.2009-05-05T14:45:18-07:003684http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Mill-Inn/3684Mill Inn Once a flour mill, this is now a fine three diamond AAA historic motel on the National Registry of Historic Places. Rooms are appointed with western photography by L. A. Huffman; lobby consists of authentic western and Native American memorabilia.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:004331http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Storyteller-Pueblo-Bed-and-Breakfast/4331Storyteller Pueblo Bed & Breakfast Slip into history, enter the past and enjoy the present. Decorated in Native American décor of original art, pottery, baskets and weavings of 55 tribes. Relax in centralair on warm days and sit by the fireplace on cool evenings. Snacks always available.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:0050077http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Galleries-West-Fine-Art/50077Galleries West Fine ArtGalleries West Fine Art offers exceptional fine art by wellestablished and emerging artists from around the US. Presenting the broad spectrum of representational art in all genres including landscape, wildife, Western, Native American, still life, and more. Also displaying artistic basketry, fused glass, and reproduction prehistoric pottery. Just a block southwest of the town square on South Glenwood.2009-07-28T21:30:33-07:002333http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Anna-Miller-Museum/2333Anna Miller Museum Free admission and open year 'round Mon. Fri. 9 a.m. 5 p.m. and by appointment. Closed all legal holidays. History of early pioneers, area Native American history and prehistoric history.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:0048190http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Shriner-s-All-American-Cutter-Races/48190Shriner's All American Cutter RacesYou won't want to miss the fun and excitement of the Shriner's Cutter Races. This Western version of horsedrawn chariots run teams two abreast for 1/4 mile stretch down the track. A Calcutta makes stakes and excitement soar! Sponsored by teh Jackson Hole Shriner's Club.2009-02-26T14:54:32-08:0048327http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/North-American-Dog-Agility-Trials-(NADAC)/48327North American Dog Agility Trials (NADAC)NADAC Trials demonstrate the ability of the dog and handler to work as a smoothly functioning team in completing different obstacle courses. The courses consist of jumps, tunnels, weave poles, dog walks, etc. in fun, fast and challenging layouts. 2009-03-02T15:47:03-08:0048334http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/North-American-Dog-Agility-Trials-(NADAC)/48334North American Dog Agility Trials (NADAC)NADAC Trials demonstrate the ability of the dog and handler to work as a smoothly functioning team in completing different obstacle courses. The courses consist of jumps, tunnels, weave poles, dog walks, etc. in fun, fast and challenging layouts. 2009-03-03T09:14:06-08:0048346http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/North-American-Dog-Agility-Trials-(NADAC)/48346North American Dog Agility Trials (NADAC)NADAC Trials demonstrate the ability of the dog and handler to work as a smoothly functioning team in completing different obstacle courses. The courses consist of jumps, tunnels, weave poles, dog walks, etc. in fun, fast and challenging layouts. 2009-02-27T14:30:33-08:0048359http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/North-American-Dog-Agility-Trials-(NADAC)/48359North American Dog Agility Trials (NADAC)NADAC Trials demonstrate the ability of the dog and handler to work as a smoothly functioning team in completing different obstacle courses. The courses consist of jumps, tunnels, weave poles, dog walks, etc. in fun, fast and challenging layouts. 2009-03-10T10:08:02-07:004402http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/American-Best-Value-Inn-Suite/4402American Best Value Inn SuiteRest your head here as you travel through southwest Wyoming. 2009-03-03T12:42:42-08:003089http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fort-Laramie-American-Grill-and-Restaurant/3089Fort Laramie American Grill & Restaurant Offering a historical small hometown charm, with a relaxing, nonsmoking and nonalcohol atmosphere. They are Fort Laramie's first and only true familyfriendly restaurant, with plentiful, authentic homestyle cooking. Located at the Intersection of Hwy. 26 and Hwy. 160, They are directly on your way to and from the historic Fort itself, by just 3 miles. Follow the direction signs towards the historic Fort Laramie. You will pass by their restaurant twice. They host and cater small business meetings, private dinner parties, anniversary celebrations and intimate wedding receptions. Reservations are encouraged but not required.2008-12-02T15:37:46-08:003147http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Great-American-Deli/3147Great American Deli2009-05-05T13:57:09-07:003148http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Great-American-Restaurant/3148Great American Restaurant2009-05-05T13:57:21-07:002307http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/All-American-Inn/2307All American InnCome and visit this inn with 22 rooms and two kitchenetts. Offering cable TV, allow pets at no additonal cost, refrigerator and microwaves in rooms and they also have air conditioning in all rooms. Under new management and will be undergoing improvents throughout the year.2009-05-04T07:25:21-07:002322http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/American-Alpine-Club-Climber-s-Ranch/2322American Alpine Club Climber's Ranch The park provides registered climbers and their families with overnight accommodations without the congestion and time limitations of public campgrounds. The Climbers' Ranch offers dormitorystyle accommodations in small log cabins that sleep 48 people each. Lodging at the Climbers Ranch is $12 per night per nonAAC member. Rate is $8 for AAC members. Lodging is on a first come first serve basis.2009-07-26T13:16:21-07:002324http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/American-Presidents-Campground/2324American Presidents Campground Pets Allowed2009-05-04T09:21:38-07:002414http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Beartooth-All-American-Road/2414Beartooth All American Road A 94mile paved route over the Beartooth Mountains on the highest highway in Wyoming, past alpine lakes and lush forest, and through the Absaroka Mountains into Yellowstone National Park. The drive from Red Lodge, Montana to Yellowstone is one of the most scenic in the United States.2009-07-22T14:57:31-07:00