1016http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Guest-Dude-Ranches/1016Horseback riding, traditionally Western style, is the major activity at any type of guest ranch. The ranches provide instruction and horses for all levels and ages of riders. Depending upon the ranch, guests may also fish, canoe, raft a river, go on a guided hike, ride a bike, or take a wilderness pack trip.<BR>2009-03-23T15:32:28-07:001031http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Ice-Skating/1031Wyoming offers some of the finest ice skating facilities in the Rocky Mountain Region. Ice arenas offering a wide variety of programs including public skating, LearnToSkate Classes, figure skating, hockey, curling, special events, birthday parties, and private rentals.<br /> 2009-10-16T12:13:05-07:001037http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Sightseeing-Tours/1037<P>No matter what brings you to Wyoming or what region you visit, save some time for seeing the nearby sights. Each season holds its own charm. The fall has beautiful leaves and interesting wildlife displays as males fight for dominance and the best mates. Winter encases nature in crystaline ice formations. Spring brings on the babies for most Wyoming wildlife species. And summer presents splashes of colorful flora and an abundance of frolicking fauna. </P> <P>Stop by a nearby visitors' center to get a brochure on the best walking and driving tours in the area you are visiting.  Then take your time enjoying the animal, flowers and unbeatable sunsets during your Forever West vacation.</P> <P> </P> <P><BR> </P>2009-08-24T14:56:33-07:001503http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Ballooning/1503If you are one of those who find hot air balloons fascinating, you've probably dreamt of going for a balloon ride, or maybe even piloting one.  Hot air balloon rides are one of the most fascinating experiences you will ever have. The roar of the burners as you rise into the sky, then the silence of floating, drifting with the winds, looking down on trees, beaches, farms and fields.<BR>2009-08-03T14:20:53-07:001504http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Mountain-Biking/1504<P classMsoNormal><STRONG>Mountain Biking<BR></STRONG>Despite the astonishing rise of the Teton Range, which practically jumps 7,000 feet straight up from the floor of Jackson Hole, cycling about the valley is not entirely built around hill climbs. True, the valleys 6,200foot elevation can initially test you if youre coming from sea level. But as the pavement rolls behind your bike its the ruggedly beautiful panorama thats breathtaking, not the pedaling.</P> <P classMsoNormal><STRONG></STRONG> <STRONG>Bicycling<BR></STRONG>Whether youre road cycling or mountain biking, youve come to the right place. Bicycling is a great way to see the outdoors, take in the fresh air, or simply get around town. With miles of open highway for the cross country riders and a full range of mountain trails for the adrenaline junkies, youll want to strap a rack or three to the bumper and point your vehicle towards cowboy country.</P>2009-08-03T10:30:16-07:001506http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Bird-Watching/1506<p>For casual bird watchers or professional ornithologists, there's plenty here to see.  Make sure  your digital cammera, binoculars and GPS handheld is packed and ready to go in your ruck sak, Wyoming will take care of the rest. </p> <p>Hundreds of bird species call Wyoming home. From the trumpeter swan to the tanager, from robins to redtail hawks, each branch and phone line holds the potential of a great feathered find. Home to beaked creatures both big and small, Wyoming is for the birds. </p> 2009-10-28T08:00:06-07:001507http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Boating/1507<P>Visitors can waterski, fish and other waterbased activities. Dayuse and overnight facilities feature improved campsites, sanitary facilities, tables and grills.  Commercial concession at reservoirs provides visitors with complete marina services, motel units and fishing equipment.<BR></P><SPAN style"FONTFAMILY: 'Trebuchet MS','sansserif'; COLOR: #222222; FONTSIZE: 7.5pt"><SPAN><FONT faceCalibri><FONT color#000000><SPAN><SPAN> <P style"LINEHEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 10pt" classMsoNormal><SPAN> <TABLE style"BORDERBOTTOM: medium none; BORDERLEFT: medium none; BORDERCOLLAPSE: collapse; BORDERTOP: medium none; BORDERRIGHT: medium none; msoyftitbllook: 1184; msopaddingalt: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; msoborderinsideh: none; msoborderinsidev: none" classMsoTableGrid border0 cellSpacing0 cellPadding0> <TBODY> <TR style"msoyftiirow: 0; msoyftifirstrow: yes; msoyftilastrow: yes"> <TD style"BORDERBOTTOM: #ece9d8; BORDERLEFT: #ece9d8; PADDINGBOTTOM: 0in; BACKGROUNDCOLOR: transparent; PADDINGLEFT: 5.4pt; WIDTH: 90.9pt; PADDINGRIGHT: 5.4pt; BORDERTOP: #ece9d8; BORDERRIGHT: #ece9d8; PADDINGTOP: 0in" vAligntop width121> <P style"LINEHEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" classMsoNormal><B><I><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt">Wyoming Reservoirs</SPAN></I></B><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt"><BR><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/4192edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Seminoe State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/3894edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Pathfinder Reservoir</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/3441edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Keyhole State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/3145edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Gray Reef Reservoir</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/3102edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Glendo State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/3185edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Guernsey State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/2525edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Boysen State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/profiles/2581edittrue" target_blank><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Buffalo Bill State Park</FONT></SPAN></A></SPAN> <xml:namespace prefix o ns "urn:schemasmicrosoftcom:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P style"LINEHEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" classMsoNormal><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P></TD> <TD style"BORDERBOTTOM: #ece9d8; BORDERLEFT: #ece9d8; PADDINGBOTTOM: 0in; BACKGROUNDCOLOR: transparent; PADDINGLEFT: 5.4pt; WIDTH: 148.5pt; PADDINGRIGHT: 5.4pt; BORDERTOP: #ece9d8; BORDERRIGHT: #ece9d8; PADDINGTOP: 0in" vAligntop width198> <P style"LINEHEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" classMsoNormal><B style"msobidifontweight: normal"><I style"msobidifontstyle: normal"><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt">Wyoming State Parks</SPAN></I></B><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt"><BR><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/BearRiverStatePark/2406"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Bear River State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/BoysenStatePark/2525"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Boysen State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/BuffaloBillStatePark/2581"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Buffalo Bill State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/CurtGowdyStatePark/2843"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Curt Gowdy State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/EdnessKWilkinsStatePark/2983"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Edness K. Wilkins State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/GlendoStatePark/3102"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Glendo State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/GuernseyStatePark/3185"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Guernsey State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/HawkSpringsStateRecreationArea/32477"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Hawk Springs State Recreation Area</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/HotSpringsStatePark/3318"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Hot Springs State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/KeyholeStatePark/3441"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Keyhole State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/SeminoeStatePark/4192"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Seminoe State Park</FONT></SPAN></A><BR><A href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/SinksCanyonStatePark/4245"><SPAN style"COLOR: #365f91; TEXTDECORATION: none; textunderline: none; msothemecolor: accent1; msothemeshade: 191"><FONT faceCalibri>Sinks Canyon State Park</FONT></SPAN></A></SPAN><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P> <P style"LINEHEIGHT: normal; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" classMsoNormal><SPAN style"FONTSIZE: 9pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></SPAN></SPAN></SPAN></FONT></FONT></SPAN></SPAN></P>2009-08-10T15:17:54-07:001509http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Camping/1509Campers have plenty of space to explore in Wyoming. There are fewer than five human residents per square mile five national forests, more than 18 million acres of public land and numerous wilderness areas. So whether youre taking an RV adventure or heading off the beaten track, Wyoming has the campsite to match. 2009-10-14T07:00:21-07:001510http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Canoeing-and-Kayaking/1510<p>Wyoming, perhaps best known for its rugged mountains and majestic wildlife, also harbors some great waterways for paddling. Between Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park the Snake River, and numerous lakes throughout Wyoming, this region will satisfy andyone who travels with paddles in their luggage.</p> <p>Dont let its calm rivers fool you. Wyoming is also home to canyons with stretches of whitewater offering enough bounce and splash for even the most thrillseeking, expert kayaker. And if youve never kayaked before Not to worry. Experienced guides who are passionate about whitewater will teach you everything youll need to know.</p> 2009-10-14T07:20:22-07:001517http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fishing/1517Flyfishing in Wyoming is like stepping back in time. The unspoiled rivers, crystal lakes and alpine streams are still largely untapped and brimming with trout. While wading through a creek, you're probably more likely to see a deer or antelope than another person. Wyoming has some of the best fishing in the country, and there's plenty to go around.<br /> 2009-10-14T08:09:01-07:001518http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Offroad-Four-Wheeling/1518<P>ATV riding in the Wyoming presents challenges to the seasoned ATV rider along with pleasurable, scenic riding for the beginning and leisure ATV rider.  Throughout the State of Wyoming, several beautiful places have been allotted for some very relaxing and enjoyable ATV riding.</P> <P>For more information visit <A title"" href"http://wyoparks.state.wy.us/" target_blank>Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites & Trails<BR></A></P>2009-08-03T14:34:13-07:001526http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Hiking/1526<P><STRONG>Hiking <BR></STRONG>From an easy hike around Christian Pond near Jackson Lake Lodge to a strenuous climb straight up the Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park is renowned for its hiking. And thats only to start. With five national forests, more than 18 million acres of public land and numerous wilderness areas, hikers have plenty to do and see all throughout the Cowboy State.</P> <P><STRONG>Backpacking <BR></STRONG>Is a personal experience, trying something new or honing newfound skills. It's seeing with your own eyes, feeling, touching and experiencing new lands, tasting the unknown. Its a challenge to get out there and do something.</P> <P><STRONG>Walking Tours<BR></STRONG>Walking tours are a great way for people of all ages  to experience and take in all that Wyoming has to offer. Family travelers with young kids, RV travelers taking a break and Western Explorers looking for that unkown history will all enjoy the wide variety of walking tours in the state.<BR></P>2009-09-04T10:03:58-07:001527http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Horseback-Riding/1527Horseback Riding<br />Being in the saddle is as about as American West as you can get. Whether it's a halfday trail ride or a overnight trek, riding in Wyoming is unforgettable wideopen prairies, high country trails, meandering rivers. This is what horseback adventures are meant to be.<br /><p>Equestrian Riding<br />For riders looking for an exciting and challenging trail riding program look no farther Wyoming has every level of riding experiences you are looking for.  <br />Put on your boots as Equitrekking begins at UXU Ranch for scenic and challenging riding on surefooted horses in the Shoshone National Forest. We ride by the majestic hoodoos and up to high elevations to take in views of colorful canyons, glaciers and mountain tops. We explore the wildlife and geology of Yellowstone National Park, before heading to the Cody rodeo. At nearby McCullough Peaks, we observe a melting pot of Mustangs and the descendants of horses who were once in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. We begin to understand how these horses survive in the wild by speaking with a local who has been observing the horses for many years. We visit the Buffalo Bill Historical Center's Whitney Gallery of Western Art before heading South past the Grand Tetons to Jackson Hole. There, we embark on a pack trip with two locals who have been leading riders into the backcountry for over 25 years. We see the beauty of nature as we ride to Willow Creek in the Bridger Teton National Forest. Finally we go fly fishing and explore dude ranch history at the T Cross Ranch, which has been family owned an operated since it was homesteaded in the early 1900's.</p><p><strong>This program is sponsored in part by Wyoming Travel & Tourism <br /></strong><a href"http://www.equitrekking.com/sponsorship.php" target"_blank"><br /><span style"textdecoration: underline; ;">Equitrekking Sponsors</span></a><br /><br /><a class"style2" href"http://www.equitrekking.com/tv/episodes/destination_wyoming.php" target"_blank"><span style"textdecoration: underline; ;">Equitrekking on TV</span></a><br /><br /><a class"style2" href"http://www.equitrekking.com/travel_center/" target"_blank"><span style"textdecoration: underline; ;">Feature Equestrian Vacation</span></a><br /><br /><a class"style2" href"http://www.equitrekking.com/members/register.php" target"_blank"><span style"textdecoration: underline; ;">Sign up for the Equitrekking News Letter</span></a></p>2009-09-30T11:38:58-07:001530http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Ice-Climbing/1530One of the youngest ranges in the Rocky Mountains, the Tetons, towering 7,000 feet over the valley floor, havent yet eroded enough to generate much lifegiving soil. As a result, you rise quickly through aspen glades and conifer forests to confront the walls of granite and ice that entice the worlds top mountaineers.<br /> 2009-10-16T12:13:38-07:001539http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Pack-Trips-and-Outfitters/1539Being in the saddle is as about as American West as you can get. Whether it's a halfday trail ride or a overnight trek, riding in Wyoming is unforgettable wideopen prairies, high country trails, meandering rivers. This is what horseback adventures are meant to be.<BR>2009-08-04T07:12:51-07:001544http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Rock-Climbing/1544Come and live out your Rock Climbing Dreams with us.  Never climbed before, no problem, we have introduced 1,000's of people to rock climbing, right here in Wyoming.  We have simply the finest guided climbs and rock climbing schools in the nation.   Devils Tower Area , Grand Teton National Park, Vedauwoo just to name a few. We operate the most expertly staffed, certified and insured guide services and climbing schools in the area.<br /> 2009-11-09T15:33:17-08:001545http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Rock-Hounding/1545Agate, quartzite, jasper and many other fascinating stones can be found throughout Wyoming's mineral deposits. Travelers in the Cowboy State can enjoy taking a break from the road to stop and search for nature's hidden gems. Experienced geologists and amateur souvenir hunters alike will love what Wyoming rock hounding has to offer.<br>2009-03-19T15:57:47-07:001546http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Scenic-Float-Trips-%7c-River-Rafting/1546<span style"fontsize: 12pt;"><strong>Scenic Float Trips</strong><br /> Embarking on a scenic river trip means one thing: relaxation. The slow meander of the water and the lazy dip of a paddle are your ticket to rest and leisure. Along with an experienced guide and a serene state of mind, this is your chance to marvel at nature and take it nice and easy on the water.<br /> <br /> <strong>River Rafting</strong><br /> Dont let its calm rivers fool you. Wyoming is also home to canyons with stretches of whitewater offering enough bounce and splash for even the most thrillseeking, expert rafters. And if youve never rafted before Not to worry. Experienced guides who are passionate about whitewater will teach you everything youll need to know.</span> 2009-10-21T14:10:25-07:001547http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Skiing--Cross-country/1547Use your cross country skis to take you to the untouched worlds inside Wyoming. Advanced skiers and novices alike can access trails around the state which will take them to remote areas for prime wildlife viewing. Long stretches of open area are also well suited for the athletic skier who is looking to put on some speed.<br /> <br /> Downhill to cross country, groomed trails to ungroomed play areas, Wyoming offers the best in outdoor recreation. Professional and novice skiers from all over the world visit wyoming for some of the best powder. Many areas of wyoming offer guided trails for the serious skier or for the everyday wildlife viewer. Pauses along the trail are common in Wyoming  wildlife and amazing views will stop you in your tracks.<br /> 2009-10-16T12:14:47-07:001548http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Skiing--Downhill/1548<p><span style"fontsize: 12px; color: #222222; fontfamily: 'trebuchet ms';">Take a moment to enjoy the sun on your face, fresh powder glistening on the mountain and beautiful <st1:State w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Wyoming</st1:place></st1:State> vistas. Then shred that slope! The state offers a number of skiing options to match the adrenaline needs of any skier. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style"fontsize: 12px; color: #222222; fontfamily: 'trebuchet ms';">With 2,500 acres of legendary inbounds terrain, a 4,139' vertical rise, and unparalleled backcountry access, there is no wonder that <st1:place w:st"on">Jackson Hole brings worldclass skiing to mind</st1:place>. Two distinct mountains in the heart of the Tetons Rendezvous and Apres Vous make up Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and have been home to incredible skiing and snowboarding for the past 40 years. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style"fontsize: 12px; color: #222222; fontfamily: 'trebuchet ms';">But you can also choose one of Wyoming's smaller ski communities for great skiing and a different vacation experience. No matter where you visit in <st1:State w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Wyoming</st1:place></st1:State> you are within a days drive of the slopes. Try each of our ski communities for a complete Forever West getaway.</span></p> <p> </p> 2009-11-03T13:42:03-08:001552http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Snowboarding/1552From Downhill to XCountry, Groomed to ungroomed, Wyoming offers the best in outdoor recreation. Professional and novice skiers from all over the world visit wyoming for some of the best powder. Many areas of wyoming offer guided trails for the serious skier or for the  everyday wildlife viewer, stops along the trail are common in wyoming, wildlife and amazing views will stop you in your tracks. 2009-11-03T12:05:57-08:001565http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wildlife-Viewing-%7c-Refuge/1565Wyoming supports an abundance of wildlife in the  national parks, national forest and national wilderness areas. Moose, mule deer and elk are all plant eating animals and can be found anywhere that a substantial food source is located. Viewing these animals is as easy as hitting the road!<br /> 2009-10-28T07:57:32-07:001722http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Arts-and-Culture/1722<a href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/placestodineviewList" target"_blank">Places to Dine</a><br /> <a href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/TheBestinBeefCountryWyomingSteakhouses/250569" target"_blank">Steakhouses</a><br /> <br /> Many talented western and native wildlife artists live, work or play in Wyoming. Home to singing cowboys in Cody, the National Museum of Wildlife Art near Jackson, champion dancers in the Wind River Reservation, and a wealth of skilled craftspeople, Wyoming is a haven for visual and performing arts. 2009-09-29T12:17:28-07:001729http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Cave-Cavern-Tours/1729The National Park Service offers several cave tours to visitors and park tours are notable for the quality of the interpretive program, with occasional graphics accompanying artifacts on display at certain points of the caves. The lectures and cave history will make any age person facinated with the hidden wonders in Wyoming.<BR><BR>2009-01-23T18:41:29-08:001740http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Golf/1740Nearly 100 courses are scattered throughout the state. The high altitudes of Wyoming allows the shots stay aloft almost 10 percent longer than the same shot made at sea level. Now that's something to drive for.2009-08-14T09:39:24-07:001744http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Hot-Springs-Spa/1744Mother Nature, with all of her natural wonders, is never short of pleasing surprises. Natural hot springs, the natural spa, is a heavenly experience in the great outdoors. One of the hot springs capitals of the world, Wyoming offers an abundant resource or hot spring spas.<BR><BR>2009-02-13T09:12:24-08:001759http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Native-American/1759The 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.<BR>2009-02-13T09:12:36-08:001760http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Nature-Experience/1760Wyoming is often called the first state in outdoor America. From the thrill seeker to the nature lover, Wyoming has something to please everyone. You can hike, backpack, flyfish. Try wildlife photography or birdwatching. Go rock climbing, kayaking, snowboarding, parasailing, hang gliding, windsurfing, jet skiing or spelunking just a few of the outdoor activities to enjoy in Wyoming. 2009-10-28T08:04:17-07:001770http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Rodeo/1770a <p>Rodeo is more than a sport in Wyomingits a way of life that stresses the importance of ranching while giving prominence to an American hero and icon, the cowboy. The State of Wyoming proudly supports our heroes that champion their way to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo each year. Please join us in rooting for Team Wyoming throughout the year by attending Wyoming rodeos and following our blogs:</p> <p><a href"http://therodeohand.blogspot.com/" title"The Rodeo Hand"><strong>The Rodeo Hand: </strong></a>If youre only going to bookmark one blog, this is it your ticket to front row seats throughout the season to keep tabs on the cowboys.</p> <p><a href"http://www.youtube.com/group/wyorodeo" title"WyoRodeoYouTube Group" target"_blank"><strong>WyoRodeo YouTube Group:</strong></a> All video all the time on YouTube. Join the wyorodeo group to watch all of our rodeo videos. </p> <p><a href"http://charliescowboyblog.blogspot.com/" title"Charlie's Cowboy Blog" target"_blank"><strong>Charlie's Cowboy Blog:</strong></a> Many of you have followed Charlie over the years and he will continue to write heartfelt stories about the cowboy way of life. He will be a guest blogger on The Rodeo Hand. </p> <p><a href"http://bullfighterblog.blogspot.com/" title"Blogging Bullfighter" target"_blank"><strong>Blogging Bullfighter:</strong></a> Follow the travels of Jeremy Sparks as he fights bulls at pro rodeos big and small along with sharing his active trips across the Cowboy State.</p> <p><a href"http://wyomingmisscongeniality.blogspot.com/" title"Wyoming's Miss Congeniality" target"_blank"><strong>Wyoming's Miss Congeniality:</strong></a> If you did not get a chance to read about the bucking horse of the year from her perspective you are sure to enjoy her firsthand (or hoof) accounts provided by popular rodeo writer and media manager, Susan Kanode. Susan will also be a guest blogger on The Rodeo Hand this year. </p> <p><a href"http://www.rodeoup.com/" title"RodeoUpPRCA" target"_blank"><strong>RodeoUp PRCA:</strong></a> Wyomingcowboys is our username and rodeo is our game. If you use the PRCA website to check standings and read articles, be sure to save this page for updated videos and photos on your favorite Wyoming athletes. You can also access all of our blogs from this page.</p> 2009-10-14T07:01:17-07:002054http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Archaeology-Paleontology/2054<P>Wyoming has some of the greatest archeological sites in Western America. Wyoming Sites include artifacts and stunning features. These manmade features ranging over hundreds of years will give insite to the past, and the way Wyoming may have been long before it was a state.</P> <P>Wyoming is also a diggers dream. Whether its dinosaur bones you seek, or fossils of a different life form, Wyoming offers many different attractions, from museums to quarry tours to actual digs. Check out fullsize dinosaur skeletons or dig for a brand new find. <BR></P>2009-08-03T12:56:34-07:002069http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Historic-Attractions/2069<P classMsoNormal>With its numerous historic places, monuments, and museums, <xml:namespace prefix st1 /><st1:state w:st"on"><st1:place w:st"on">Wyoming</st1:place></st1:state> embraces the heritage of the American West. From pioneers to railroad engineers, and from cavalry forts to petroglyph art, theres something here for every history buff. </P>2009-08-03T15:18:52-07:002090http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Snowmobiling/2090Experience the power of powder in any of Wyoming's winter playgrounds. Wyoming has over 2,000 miles of groomed and ungroomed trails waiting for you, including the Continental Divide Snowmobile Trail System which is consistently ranked among the best snowmobiling in the country. The majority of these trails are signed. <br /> <br /> Each trail system offers a little bit of everything for visiting sledders. See wildlife and spectacular scenery from the trails. Toss up some powder in hundreds of meadows. Brave a wicked incline or two. It's all waiting for you.<br /> <br /> Wyoming's long snowy season gives visitors a chance to plan more than one adventure per season. Plan on coming back again and again. Snowmobile trail grooming season is generally midDecember through April 1. <br /> <br /> For more information visit <a href"http://wyoparks.state.wy.us/" target"_blank">Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites & Trails<br /> <br /> </a>BLACK HILLS NORTHEAST WYOMING  <br /> <a href"http://wyotrails.state.wy.us/Snow/pdf/BlackHills_BearLodge_Beartooth_%20tiled1.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a><br /> <br /> BEAR LODGE MTNS NORTHEAST WYOMING<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/BlackHills_BearLodge_Beartooth_ tiled1.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a><br /> <br /> BEARTOOTH MOUNTAINS NORTHWEST WYOMING<a href"http://wyoparks.state.wy.us/" target"_blank"><br /> </a><a href"/Snow/pdf/BlackHills_BearLodge_Beartooth_ tiled1.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a> <br /> <br /> BIG HORN MOUNTAINS NORTH CENTRAL WY<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/Bighorns.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a> <br /> <br /> WYOMING RANGE WESTERN WYOMING<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/NorthWyomingRange.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a>  (Norh Wyoming Range)<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/SouthWyomingRangeandUintas.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a>  (South Wyoming Range and Uintas) <br /> <br /> CASPER MOUNTAIN<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/CasperSierraMadres.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a><br /> <br /> SIERRA MADRE MOUNTAINS SOUTHCENTRAL WYOMING<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/CasperSierraMadres.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a> <br /> <br /> SNOWY RANGE<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/SnowyRange.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a> <br /> <br /> CONTINENTAL DIVIDE<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/Northcontinentaldivide.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a>   (North Continental Divide)<br /> <a href"/Snow/pdf/Southcontinentaldivide.pdf" target"_blank">Map</a>   (South Continental Divide) <br /> <br /> <br /> 2009-11-18T07:21:36-08:002900http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Devils-Tower-National-Monument/2900<p><a href"http://www.nps.gov/carto/PDF/DETOmap1.pdf" target"_blank">Park Map</a></p> <p>1267 feet above the Belle Fourche River. Once hidden, erosion has revealed Devils Tower. This 1347 acre park is covered with pine forests, woodlands, and grasslands. Deer, prairie dogs, and other wildlife are seen. Also known as Bears Lodge, it is a sacred site for many American Indians. President Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Devils Tower the first national monument in 1906.</p> 2009-10-14T08:12:50-07:003135http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Grand-Teton-National-Park/3135<p>Web Cams<br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameTeton Valley&campichttp://www.srv.net/~jpat/tetonl.jpg&sponsorTetonCam.com&sponsorurlhttp://www.onewest.net/~jpat/teton.html&camwidth640&camheight480&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Teton Valley</a><br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameSpring Creek Ranch&campichttp://cams.alltrips.com/springcreek/springcreek.jpg&sponsorSpring Creek Ranch&sponsorurlhttp://www.springcreekranch.com/&camwidth640&camheight480&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Spring Creek Ranch</a><br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameLost Creek&campichttp://www.jhmail.com/office.jpg&sponsorLost Creek Ranch&sponsorurlhttp://www.lostcreek.com/&camwidth640&camheight480&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Lost Creek</a><br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameJackson Hole Airport&campichttp://webcam1.jacksonholeairport.com:81/netcam.jpg&sponsorJackson Hole Airport&sponsorurlhttp://webcam1.jacksonholeairport.com:81/&camwidth320&camheight240&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Jackson Hole Airport</a><br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameEast Gros Ventre Butte&campichttp://cams.alltrips.com/grandteton/grandteton.jpg&sponsorALLJacksonHole.com&sponsorurlhttp://www.AllJacksonHole.com&camwidth1024&camheight800&refreshrate30" target"_blank">East Gros Ventre Butte</a></p> <p>Maps<br /> <a href"http://www.nps.gov/carto/PDF/GRTEmap1.pdf" target"_blank">Park Map</a></p> <p>An ethereal mountain landscape where jagged peaks tower more than a mile above the Jackson Hole valley, Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming just south of Yellowstone National Park and just north of the town of Jackson. Visitors can reach the park through U.S. 191. </p> <p>The park's mountain range is very popular among climbers, hikers and photographers. The Tetons are a prime example of faultblock mountain formation. When the earth's crust cracked along a fault millions of years ago, the Tetons rose into the sky. The exposed crystalline rocks give these mountains their dramatic appearance in any season. The Grand Teton rises to 13,770 feet above sea level and 12 other peaks reach above 12,000 feet elevation. </p> <p >The floor of Jackson Hole tells the story of glacial outwash sand and boulders carried out of the Teton Mountains and the Yellowstone Plateau by glaciers and deposited on the valley floor. Interesting saucerlike depressions, called potholes, dot the outwash plain. These are thought to be the result of huge chunks of buried glacial ice melting leaving the ground above suddenly without support.</p> <p>Sixty species of mammals, over 300 species of birds and a half dozen game fish call the Jackson Hole area home. The American elk (wapiti) is the most common member of the deer family in the park. During the summer, the elk range high in the mountains in search of food. When winter comes, they descend to the floor of Jackson Hole. Many migrate to the National Elk Refuge just north of the town of Jackson.</p> <p>Grand Teton National Park offers hiking, camping, climbing, boating, kayaking and numerous photography opportunities. A road winds through the park, but the best way to experience the park is to take one of its shorter trails.</p> <p><strong>History</strong><br /> Located at the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the Rockefeller Parkway connects Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. The late conservationist and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller, Jr. made significant contributions to several national parks including Grand Teton, Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, and Virgin Islands.</p> <p>In 1972 Congress dedicated a 24,000 acre parcel of land as John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway to recognize his generosity and foresight. Congress also named the highway from the south boundary of Grand Teton to West Thumb in Yellowstone in honor of Rockefeller.</p> <p>The parkway provides a natural link between the two national parks and contains features characteristic of both areas. In the parkway, the Teton Range tapers to a gentle slope at its northern edge, while rocks born of volcanic flows from Yellowstone line the Snake River and form outcroppings scattered atop hills and ridges.</p> <p>Grand Teton National Park administers John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway.</p> <p><strong>Nature and Beauty</strong><br /> Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park protects stunning mountain scenery and a diverse array of wildlife. Rising more than 7,000 feet above the valley of Jackson Hole, the Teton Range dominates the parks skyline. Natural processes continue to shape the ecosystem against this impressive and iconic backdrop.</p> <p>The elevation of the park ranges from 6,400 feet on the sagebrushdominated valley floor to 13,770 feet on the windswept granite summit of the Grand Teton. Between the summit and plain, forests carpet the mountainsides. During summer, wildflowers paint meadows in vivid colors. Crystalline alpine lakes fill glacial cirques, and noisy streams cascade down rocky canyons to larger lakes at the foot of the range. These lakes, impounded by glacial debris, mirror the mountains on calm days. Running north to south, the Snake River winds its way down the valley and across this amazing scene.</p> <p>Long, snowy, and bitterly cold winters make the climate of Jackson Hole unforgiving. The coldest temperature ever recorded in Grand Teton National Park was 63F, and snow often blankets the landscape from early November to late April. Brief, relatively warm summers provide a respite from the rigors of winter and a time of renewal and rebirth. In cooperation or competition, the plants and animals adapt to this harsh climate and dramatic elevation change as each finds ways to survive.</p> 2009-10-13T07:01:57-07:004796http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Yellowstone-National-Park/4796<p>Web Cams<br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_nr_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameOld Faithful&campichttp://ns.www.nps.gov.edgesuite.net/yell/photosmultimedia/images/webcams/oldfaith2.jpg&sponsorUSDA&sponsorurlhttp://www.nps.gov/archive/yell/tours/livecams/index.htm&camwidth800&camheight608&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Old Faithful</a><br /> <a href"http://www.alltravelcams.com/viewer_nr_gwc.phpcamcategory&camnameMammoth Hot Springs&campichttp://www.windowsintowonderland.org/images/webcam/mammoth3.jpg&sponsorYellowstone National Park USDA&sponsorurlhttp://www.nps.gov/archive/yell/tours/livecams/mammoth/mammothcam2.htm&camwidth640&camheight480&refreshrate30" target"_blank">Mammoth Hot Springs</a></p> <p>Maps<br /> <a href"http://www.nps.gov/carto/PDF/YELLmap1.pdf" target"_blank">Park Map</a></p> <p>Established in 1872, Yellowstone is the world's first national park, an international symbol of natural preservation and World Heritage Site. Located in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, encompassing 3,472 square miles of mountain wild land, and preserves abundant and diverse wildlife in one of the largest remaining intact wild ecosystems on Earth. Protecting the gray wolf, grizzly bear, bald eagle and lynx, home to one of the worlds largest concentrations of elk and the only place in the U.S. where bison have existed in the wild since primitive times. It contains the world's most extraordinary collection of geysers and hot springs, the site of the largest volcanic eruptions in the world, the spectacular Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and the largest lake above 7,000 feet in North America. Cultural and historic resources abound with more than 1,100 archeological sites, a museum collection of more than 379,000 cultural objects and natural science specimens and thousands of irreplaceable photographs and historic documents.</p> <p><a href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/placestodineviewList&features(31795)"><strong></strong></a> </p> 2009-11-05T13:11:49-08:0030723http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Winter-Deals/30723Save money. Do more. Whether youre flying in, looking for that perfect ski trip, or hunting for the best possible hotel, this is the place to start. Just take a minute to check out all of these Wyoming business partner's deals and packages. You will be glad you did, and your wallet will too.<br /> 2009-11-09T12:57:10-08:0032543http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Grand-Canyon-of-Yellowstone/32543The canyon, made by the Yellowstone River, which continues to carve its path through the mountains, reaches a maximum depth of 1,540 feet a short distance downriver from Artist Point. The colors are wonderful and everchanging. From the black rock near the top of the canyon, the river has cut through many layers of the same rhyolite that forms so much of the park. It is naturally gray or light pink and lavender, but iron compounds in varying amounts have stained it shades of orange and yellow the yellow stone that gave a name to the river and the park.2009-05-12T13:15:02-07:0032902http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Dogsledding/32902Theres nothing quite like travel at the speed of dogthe crisp winter air in your face, the runners sliding smooth and free, the sound of <em>Mush!</em> ringing out across the snowscape. Dogsledding is truly a one of a kind experience. Take a look at the sledding tours through the Teton and Shoshoni National Forests that surround Jackson Hole, Wyoming and the Greater Yellowstone Area. And dont forget to bring the kibble. 2009-10-16T12:10:18-07:0043651http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wyoming-Cities/43651<SPAN classcmsBody>Wyoming is loaded with incredible experiences. Each town has its own unique feel and offerings. But the constant is the authentic western adventure you will find no matter where you are in Wyoming.<BR><BR>Find your adventure by exploring the different cities to see what local flavors are in store for your Wyoming vacation.</SPAN>2009-07-01T14:24:46-07:0043781http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Boating-Report/43781<p>Boating, water skiing, fishing and other recreational activities associated with Wyoming's many large bodies of water are all popular activities. Most of Wyoming's larger bodies of water are managed by the Bureau of Reclamation.</p> <p>The Bureau of Reclamation mission is to <em>manage, protect and develop water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.</em></p> <p>Due to continuing drought conditions, current reservoir water levels reservoirs are of particular interest to all users. We advise all users to check current water levels and boat ramp availability both during their trip planning process and immediately prior to departure.</p> <p><strong>Water Level and boat ramp conditions</strong></p> <p>Current water levels and boat ramp conditions are available by clicking the name of the reservoir or boat ramp.</p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_alcr.pl" target"_blank">Alcova Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_ancr.pl" target"_blank">Anchor Dam</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_bhr.pl" target"_blank">Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area Yellowtail Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plbarrys%20landing" target"_blank">Barry's Landing</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plhorseshoe%20bend" target"_blank">Horseshoe Bend</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plokabeh" target"_blank">OkABeh</a><br /> Friends of Bighorn Lake<br /> <a href"http://www.bighornlake.com/">www.bighornlake.com</a></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_boyr.pl" target"_blank">Boysen Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plbrannon" target"_blank">Brannon Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plcottonwood" target"_blank">Cottonwood Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plfremont%20bay" target"_blank">Fremont Bay Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pllakeside" target"_blank">Lakeside Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pltough%20creek" target"_blank">Tough Creek Campground boat ramp</a></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_bbr.pl" target"_blank">Buffalo Bill Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plbartlett%20lane%20area" target"_blank">Bartlett Lane Day Use Area boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plnorth%20shore%20bay%20area" target"_blank">North Shore Bay Day Use Area boat ramp</a></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_blr.pl" target"_blank">Bull Lake Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.tourwyoming.com/" target"_blank">Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_gler.pl" target"_blank">Glendo Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plbennett%20hill" target"_blank">Bennett Hill boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plelk%20horn" target"_blank">Elk Horn Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plglendo%20marina" target"_blank">Glendo Marina boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plreno%20cove" target"_blank">Reno Cove boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plwhiskey%20gulch" target"_blank">Whiskey Gulch boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plindian%20point" target"_blank">Indian Point boat ramp</a></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_grar.pl" target"_blank">Gray Reef Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_guer.pl" target"_blank">Guernsey Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plguernsey%20marina" target"_blank">Guernsey Marina boat ramp</a></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_keyr.pl" target"_blank">Keyhole Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_korr.pl" target"_blank">Kortes Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_patr.pl" target"_blank">Pathfinder Reservoir</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/arcweb_semr.pl" target"_blank">Seminoe Reservoir</a></strong><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plboat%20club" target"_blank">Boat Club ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.plmedicine%20bow" target"_blank">Medicine Bow Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pln.%20red%20hills%201" target"_blank">N. Red Hills 1 Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pln.%20red%20hills%202" target"_blank">N. Red Hills 2 Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pln.%20red%20hills%203" target"_blank">N. Red Hills 3 Campground boat ramp</a><br /> <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gpbin/boatweb_spec.pls.%20red%20hills" target"_blank">S. Red Hills Campground boat ramp</a></p> <p><strong>Campground information</strong></p> <p>For information about Bureau of Reclamation campgrounds in Wyoming click <a href"http://www.usbr.gov/gp/wy/wyrec2.htm" target"_blank">here.</a></p> 2009-10-28T08:05:20-07:0043973http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Governor-s-Welcome-Message/43973<SPAN style"FONTWEIGHT: bold">Welcome to the Cowboy State!</SPAN><BR style"FONTWEIGHT: bold"><BR>Wyoming is my home state and Im very proud of that fact. From the Red Desert to Yellowstone and Green River to the Black Hills this is a land that I love.<BR><BR>Please take time to get off the main highways and explore all the nooks and crannies that make Wyoming so special. The general store in Aladdin, delightful dinners served familystyle in Hudson, mineral hot springs and the state bison herd in my hometown of Thermopolis these are just a few of the charms of Wyoming.<BR><BR>Use this information to seek out the real Wyoming. You wont be disappointed. And dont be too surprised when that stranger coming the other way with Wyoming plates on his vehicle waves at you. Its our way of saying Thanks for visiting and keep your eyes open. Theres a lot to see.<BR><BR>If you need some help planning your stay please dont hesitate to call us at 8002255996.<BR><BR>Sincerely,<BR><SPAN style"FONTSTYLE: italic">Dave Freudenthal, </SPAN>Governor2009-08-04T07:11:09-07:0051061http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/State-Parks/51061Thousands of acres to choose from<br /> At Wyomings state parks, breathtaking scenery, wildlife and all sorts of recreational opportunities abound. In park reservoirs, visitors can swim, boat, wind surf, water ski and fish for walleye, trout and several other species of fish. Many parks offer camping, picnicking and biking and nature trails that lead to overlooks and scenic mountain vistas. 2009-09-21T06:52:36-07:0051062http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/National-Parks/51062<p><a href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/YellowstoneNationalPark/4796" target"_blank">Yellowstone National Park</a></p> <p><a href"http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/GrandTetonNationalPark/3135" target"_blank">Grand Teton National Park<br /> </a><br /> Whether you visit with the bustling crowds of spring and summer, bask in the glow of warm autumn colors, or take in the silent beauty of winter, America's national parks embody the American spirit and create a connection between its people and the land. </p> <p> </p> <p>Yellowstone became the first national park in 1872 when early settlers realized the importance of preserving an area marked with mysterious bubbling ponds, geysers, deep canyons, cascading waterfalls and abundant wildlife. Once established, the park system grew to include historical, cultural, geological and educational programs that encouraged a nation of preservationists.<br /> <br /> Grand Teton National Park was created 57 years later and is located directly south of Yellowstone. The Teton Mountain Range is the most prominent feature with the largest peak, the Grand Teton, rising 13,770 feet from the valley floor creating an illusion of grandeur. Located in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, this park has become a conservational feat that protects migration patterns and allows animals to roam freely throughout both national parks as well as nearby national forests and wilderness areas.</p> <p>Park services, such as visitor centers, restrict hours or close during the winter. Visitors should check the official websites to find out about service availability starting in late September.</p> <p >National parks continue to be windows to our past, homes to some of our rarest plants and animal species, and places where every American can go to find inspiration, peace, and open space. We encourage you to venture off the beaten paths to truly understand and appreciate the significance of nature in its purest form.<br /> <br />  </p> 2009-10-20T09:53:58-07:0061846http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Free-Wyoming-Vacation-Packet/61846<P><STRONG>Have the awardwinning Wyoming Vacation Packet delivered to your door for FREE!<BR></STRONG>The complete packet, including the Wyoming Travelers Journal and Highway Map, offers plenty of inspiration as you plan your visit to Wyoming where the West is still wild and warm hospitality abounds.  This will be sent to your door within <STRONG>714</STRONG> days after you place a request.<BR><BR><A title"Request Your Free Wyoming Vacation Packet" href"http://www.onefulfillment.com/rack/WyomingTourism/" target_blank><STRONG>Request Yours Today!</STRONG></A> </P> <P><B>Want the Wyoming Vaction Packet rushed to your door<BR></B>Take advantage of our Priority Shipping option and you can receive your Wyoming Travelers Journal in <STRONG>23</STRONG> business days. It's available to all U.S. addresses for a $6 charge to your Visa or Mastercard.<BR><B><A title"Priority Mail Order for the Wyoming Vacation Packet" href"https://www.onefulfillment.com/rack/WyomingTourism/index.phpshipping_optionpriority" target_blank>Click here </A></B></A>to access our secure order form! </P> <P><STRONG>Online Travel Journal:<BR></STRONG><A href"http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/weaver/wyovg108/" target_blank><STRONG>Click here</STRONG></A> to view the online version of our Wyoming Travelers Journal.</P> <P></P>2009-07-14T09:58:26-07:00189365http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Wyoming-Road-Trips/189365<img src"http://wttstage.civicresource.com/stream/194960" alt"roadtrips" /> <p>Road Trips.  They are the great American vacation.  Appealing and affordable for everyone from college students to families to retirees a road trip takes only a little planning but leaves a big impression on the soul of a traveler.  In Wyoming you can choose your adventure.  Retrace the steps of the pioneers on the Oregon Trail.  Camp under the stars and let the sand dunes sing you a lullaby.  Be touched by the untouched nature in our state and national forests.  Become one with your inner bandit.  All you need to bring is a good map and a full tank of gas.  You'll leave with precious memories and stories to be told and retold for a lifetime.</p> <a target"_blank" href"http://wyomingtourism.org/eventsviewList">Events Around Wyoming</a> 2009-10-21T14:48:50-07:00273594http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Fly-Fishing/273594<p>Does the thought of catching a fighting Rainbow trout weighing from two to ten pounds make you drool How about casting a fly over rippling waters while bald eagles soar overhead Or floating a cold river, reeling in trout and having a view of snowcovered mountain peaks rising not far away </p> <p>Ask any serious fisherman (or woman) in Wyoming where to find the biggest trout and the best waters and they might feed you a fish story. After all, its fairly common for anglers not to share all their secret fishing holes. But that doesnt matter. There is so much good trout fishing in Wyoming, you will almost certainly have success, and besides, local tackle shops and fishing outfitters are in business to help you succeed, whether you are an experienced angler or just a novice.</p> 2009-10-14T08:07:12-07:00311914http://www.wyomingtourism.org/MyWyoming/Sweepstakes/Sweepstakes.aspx?EntryId=311914<p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"color: #000000; fontsize: 10pt;"><strong>Enter to Win a Jackson Hole Ski Getaway.<br /> <br /> </strong>What's your MyWyoming  Your favorite Wyoming memory or ideal Wyoming escape  Let us know and enter the MyWyoming Sweepstakes to win a getaway in Jackson Hole Wyoming.<br /> <br /> Vacation for 2 people including US domestic airfare to Jackson Hole, lodging for 4 nights, lift tickets for 3 days. </span></p> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"color: #000000; fontsize: 10pt;">Black out Christmas and New Years only valid until January 31, 2011.  JHMR will book the flights, lodging and provide lift tickets. </span></p> 2009-11-05T17:53:33-08:00311926http://www.wyomingtourism.org/MyWyoming/Sweepstakes/Sweepstakes.aspx?EntryId=311926<p style"lineheight: 13.5pt; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; background: white;"><span style"color: #000000; fontsize: 10pt;"><strong>Enter to Win a Wyoming Snowmobile Vacation</strong><br /> <span style"fontsize: 12px;">Do you dream of powder Wyoming is waiting. Share your favorite MyWyoming memory <br /> or ideal escape to enter our sweepstakes to win a snowmobile vacation for four adults to Togwotee Mountain Lodge.<br /> </span><span style"fontsize: 12px;">5 days, 5 nights for 4 people</span> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"fontsize: 12px;">5 nights of lodging in a lodge room or cabin</span></p> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"fontsize: 12px;">4 days of snowmobiling </span></p> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"fontsize: 12px;">Guide Service each of the 4 days</span></p> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"fontsize: 12px;">Breakfast and lunch each day for 4</span></p> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style"fontfamily: arial; fontsize: 12px;">Happy hour each night </span></p> </span> <p style"margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"> </p> </p> 2009-11-06T09:33:56-08:00