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ON THE CALENDAR: Buffalo’s Longmire Days, Worland’s BBG & Bluegrass Fest

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BUFFALO:  Longmire Days August 17-18

A&E’s No. 1 original hit drama series “Longmire” has launched into its second season with more than 4.3 million viewers, the series is one of A&E’s most successful shows to debut. To celebrate the series – and the fact that “Longmire” best-selling author Craig Johnson hangs his cowboy hat here in Johnson County Wyoming – the Buffalo, Wyoming, Chamber of Commerce will host its second-annual “Longmire Days” on Aug. 17-18.

“Longmire” is based on Johnson’s New York Times best-selling Walt Longmire Mystery novel series (“A Serpent’s Tooth,” Johnson’s 9th Longmire novel, was released in June.) The series weaves the story of a dedicated, charismatic yet emotionally troubled small-town sheriff who seeks out the truth as secrets, betrayal and murder swirl in fictional Absaroka County, Wyoming. Johnson, who lives in the tiny community of Ucross, Wyoming (population hosting a grand total of 25 residents), uses Buffalo and Johnson County characters and locations to breath life into Longmire’s hometown of Durant, Wyoming, and Absaroka County.
Johnson will again be a huge part of the celebration, with book signings and participation in many of the planned events. But new this year will be guest appearances by many of the actors from the hit show, including Adam Bartley (The Ferg); Cassidy Freeman (Cady Longmire); Bailey Chase (Branch Connally); Katee Sackhoff (Victoria ‘Vic’ Moretti); and Robert Taylor (Sheriff Walt Longmire). A tight-knit cast, all have all agreed to attend “Longmire Days” to help celebrate the success of the show – and be a part of the community of Buffalo and Johnson County, the “real life” setting for the series. Actor Lou Diamond Phillips (Henry Standing Bear) will also attempt an appearance, if his schedule allows.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Saturday, August 17:

8-10am – Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast in the Square –
$5 per person
8-11am – Book Signing and Celebrity Autograph Session
Crazy Woman Square
10-11am – Press Conference
11am-noon – Basque Dancers in the Square
12-2pm – Softball Game “Cowboys vs. Indians” – Minimum
$5 donation – at Prosinski Park
2-5pm – Poker Run begins at Clear Creek Brewery
2-5pm – Indian Pow-Wow in the Square
5pm – Craig Johnson Book Signing at the Occidental
7-11pm – FREE Street Dance with Gary Small & the Coyote
Bros. – Downtown Main Street

Sunday, August 18:

9am-noon – Skeet Shooting at Buffalo Gun Club Shooting
Range – $100 per person, all included
10am-noon – Oldies 105.9 Horseback Ride from Paradise
Ranch – $200 per person, includes horse and lunch –
limited availability
11-1 – Indian Pow-Wow in the Square
Noon-2pm – A Cowboy Action Shoot demonstration at the
club range near the Buffalo Airport
1pm – Craig Johnson Book Signing at the Library
2pm – 18-hole golf outing at the Buffalo Golf Club – $200
per person with prizes for winners
6pm – Bartley (“The Ferg”) will host a live comedy/
karaoke event at the Occidental Saloon – $10 cover

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
image by David Huber Photography, Worland

WORLAND:  Pepsi Wyoming BBQ Championship & Bluegrass Festival, August 16-17

Check out their website for lots of info on this great event – and read the article in our current issue! We also included a feature on this event in our bookstore travel magazine, Wyovore. Lots of BBQ deliciousness and for those with a love of bluegrass — you can’t beat this event! World class musicians from around the country come to participate. This is one big event!

Jackson Art & GTNP Park News

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Looking to hunt bison or elk at the Elk Refuge near Jackson? Visit our blog post about their updates & progress…

Annual Astronomy Day to ‘Focus’ on Constellations and Galaxies at GTNP

Hosted by Grand Teton National Park & Jackson Hole Astronomy Club

MOOSE, WY —  Grand Teton National Park will join the Jackson Hole Astronomy Club to host the annual Grand Teton Astronomy Day this Sunday, August 11. Family-oriented activities are on tap which offer fun and educational opportunities to identify and appreciate galactic bodies such as constellations, star clusters, nebulae, sunspots, and much more.

Throughout the day, astronomy themed videos will be shown in the Colter Bay Visitor Center auditorium, including an 11:30 a.m. showing of the award winning documentary, The City Dark: A Search for Night on a Planet that Never Sleeps. Outdoor events begin at 2 p.m. at the Colter Bay Visitor Center and end with a late-night star-gazing session on Jackson Lake.

To highlight Grand Teton Astronomy Day, specially filtered telescopes will be available to safely view sunspots and other solar features from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. on the back deck of the Colter Bay Visitor Center. During the same time frame, children and adults can discover fun and fascinating information at exhibits and information tables.

At 9 p.m. Bob Hoyle, current park ranger naturalist and former professor of astronomy, will present an evening program at the Colter Bay amphitheater titled, “Watchers of the Sky.” This presentation focuses on the cultural history of astronomy and how early sky-watching evolved into the sciences of astronomy and astrophysics.

As a finale, several large telescopes will be set up from 10 p.m. to midnight along the shore of Colter Bay for participants to view stars, galaxies, nebulae and other celestial objects. Anyone planning to attend the evening program and telescope observation session should dress warmly as evening temperatures at Colter Bay can be quite chilly, even in August.

More information about Astronomy Day is available by calling the Colter Bay Visitor Center at 307.739.3594.

Amazing Animals at Museum’s August Mix’d Media

Printmaking, live music, and local beer featured at outdoor event

Jackson Hole, Wyoming – August 5, 2013 – Create your own Warhol-style image at the National Museum of Wildlife Art as part of the museum’s monthly Mix’d Media. The final Mix’d Media of the season to be offered outdoors on the museum’s sculpture trail, the August event connects to the “Amazing Animals: John James Audubon to Andy Warhol” exhibition, on display through August 18.  Featuring portfolios of American wildlife from the early hand-colored engravings produced by John James Audubon and George Catlin to modern versions by Andy Warhol and Walton Ford, the show will provide inspiration for Mix’d Media’s hands-on art project.

The “Amazing Animals” themed Mix’d Media event will take place August 8 from 6-9 p.m. and is open to the public for a $5 cover charge; free for members. In addition to enjoying live music by Whiskey Mornin’ and beer from Roadhouse Brewing Company, guests can try their hands at printmaking with Teton Art Lab as guest artists Aaron Wallis and Scott Craighead provide instruction – or use the sculpture trail pathways as canvas in a sidewalk chalk drawing activity. Dinner and a specialty libation will be themed to the event.

Mix’d Media is sponsored by Home Health for Pets, First Interstate Bank, and Spring Creek Ranch.

In addition to its busy art exhibition schedule, the National Museum of Wildlife Art offers a full schedule of year-round community programming, with some 100 free events including art-making activities, films, lectures, “edutainment,” Art in Action guest artists workshops, cultural fun on the museum’s new Sculpture Trail and much more. The museum also provides free high-quality educational enrichment for school children, from online and onsite curriculum for teachers to student art contests and thematic school tours. And the museum becomes a vibrant community gathering space during popular social happenings like its monthly First Sundays and Mix’d Media events.

A member of the Association of Art Museum Directors and the Museums West consortium and accredited by the American Association of Museums, the museum, officially designated the National Museum of Wildlife Art of the United States by an act of Congress in 2008, provides an exciting calendar of exhibitions from its permanent collection and changing exhibitions from around the globe.  A complete schedule of exhibitions and events is available online at www.wildlifeart.org.  The museum is also active on Facebook and on Twitter at @WildlifeArtJH.

Rangers Use Road Spikes to Stop Fleeing Vehicle for Second Time This Summer

MOOSE, WY —  A 57-year-old Victorville, California man led a Grand Teton National Park ranger on a fast-moving pursuit on U.S. Highway 26/89/191 north of Moose Junction late Sunday night, August 4. The ranger attempted to stop the vehicle for crossing the centerline several times, but the driver did not yield and increased his speed instead.

At 11:06 p.m., the park ranger contacted Teton Interagency Dispatch Center to request back up as she tried to pull over the driver of a 2002 Ford pickup traveling northbound on Highway 89. The driver refused to stop and gradually increased his speed from 40 to 60 mph. The nighttime speed limit on Highway 89 is 45 mph. Two North District rangers responded to the call for assistance, and they placed road spikes across the highway near Triangle X Ranch. The spike strips were successful in slowing the fleeing vehicle, although the driver continued traveling on flat tires before coming to a stop near Cunningham Cabin nearly one mile beyond the road spikes.

While in pursuit, the ranger also saw the driver toss something from the truck window just before the vehicle came to a stop. An additional ranger and drug dog responded to search for the tossed item, which turned out to be a controlled substance.

The driver was arrested for interference with agency functions, and charged with several additional violations: operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs; refusing to submit to a blood alcohol/drug test; and possession of a controlled substance. While the California man has no current warrants, he has a lengthy criminal history. He was taken into custody and placed in the Teton County jail pending an appearance before the federal magistrate.

This arrest marks the second time within the last month that park rangers have resorted to the use of spike strips to stop a fleeing vehicle. The first incident occurred July 15 when Jackson Police Department requested the park’s assistance in stopping a driver suspected of drunk driving. The 19-year-old female driver of that vehicle reached speeds of 90 mph before crossing a spike strip near the Jackson Hole Airport Junction on Highway 89.  She was taken into custody by Jackson police officers and remains in jail on multiple federal charges.

Using spike strips can be an effective way to stop vehicles involved in a fast-moving or high-speed pursuit before they endanger others. Neither incident resulted in any injuries.

“All one Breath” — An Artist Exhibits Paintings Inspired by the Spirit of Unity

Trio Fine Art hosts an unprecedented exhibition of paintings by Kathryn Mapes Turner.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming:  Nationally celebrated artist, Kathryn Mapes Turner has spent the majority of her young life in a majestic mountain valley that has profoundly influences her work. Her powerful yet sensitively rendered landscapes communicate the life-long relationship she has developed with this grand scenery. With skilled use of light, harmonious color, and layers of texture, Turner explores the her connection with the natural world. The result is enduring imagery that evokes the intensely emotional association she has with the landscape of this valley since her childhood.

  • August 21- September 7th, 2013
  • Artist Reception August 22th 5-8 p.m. Turner will lead a Conversation on Creative Collaboration at 6:30 p.m. FREE and open to the public.
  • Gallery hours Wednesday-Saturday noon-6 p.m.
  • Exhibition can be viewed online at www.triofineart.com after August 20th

Painting — A Co-Creative Process

 

The title of this exhibition relates to Turner’s awareness of the interconnectedness of all things. This past year, she has explored the concepts of collaboration.  For Turner’s work, the initial spark of inspiration is derived from the dynamic complexities of the natural world – all of which are interdependent.  Once a connection is made between the artist and subject matter, the scenes are carefully edited and purposely distilled to reveal the subject’s true essence.  Turner says, “A painting is a conversation between the land and canvas. I have the privilege of being the translator between the two!”

 

Kathryn Turner had the good fortunate of being born into a fourth generation ranching family in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Her native valley is distinguished now by its preservation of wildness and for its vibrant art community.  Both have shaped her as an artist and now she is an active participant in arts organization as well as conservation.  “Growing up on the Triangle X Ranch taught me a great deal about the spirit of cooperation. In the creation of an evolved future, we are all in this together..”  says Turner. In the past year, Turner has shared her art talent with the Grand Teton Association, The Teton Raptor Center, and most recently with the Jackson Hole Land Trust’s View 22 as a way of supporting conservation efforts.  As a founding artist member of Trio Fine Art Gallery, the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Artists and the Jackson Hole Art Association, she is an integral member of the arts community. Recently she teamed up with her brother, Mark Turner, to collaborate the remarkably successful OneNest Project. (visit www.onenestproject.com). Kathryn remarks, “Invaluably, I have benefited from collaborations with other artists. In the creative process, a magical synergy can transpire when people work together.” In this exhibition, Turner celebrates this continuum of creative flow.

Turner’s work has been recognized nationally by many top awards including “Best of Show” at the American Impressionist Society and the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Association.  Her paintings have been exhibited at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Museum, the National Museum of Wildlife Art, the Wyoming State Museum and the Charlie Russell Museum.  SouthWest Art recognized Turner as “21 Young Artists with Promising Careers.”

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NATIONAL ELK REFUGE MAKES PREPARATIONS FOR BISON & ELK HUNTING SEASONS

image from National Elk Refuge website

Wildlife managers are preparing for two upcoming hunting seasons on the National Elk Refuge. Hunting programs on the Refuge are used as a management tool to achieve optimum herd size as determined through a cooperative effort between the National Elk Refuge, Grand Teton National Park, and Wyoming Game & Fish Department managers.

The 2013 bison hunting season on the National Elk Refuge will begin on August 15 and run through January 12, 2014. Bison hunting licenses are issued by the Wyoming Game & Fish Department. A Refuge–specific bison permit is required and is provided with the State license. Individuals who have not already applied and been selected for the 2013 season are not eligible to hunt bison this season.

The Refuge bison hunting season will be comprised of 12 hunt periods of varying length, with a number of week-long breaks of non-disturbance incorporated into the season. This is intended to increase the success rate for hunters since bison, along with other animals, may learn to avoid an area with continued hunting pressure. Wildlife managers are using the hunt period structure as a tool to achieve herd objectives.

The 2013 Refuge elk hunting season will run from October 12 through December 15 and will consist of 10 consecutive hunt periods. Persons interested in hunting elk may begin applying for Refuge–specific permits beginning Wednesday, August 14. Applications for elk permits must be submitted electronically by September 25 to be entered into a computerized random draw. The results of the drawing will be posted on the application web site by September 26. 

Application for National Elk Refuge elk hunting permits is done in cooperation with the Wyoming Game & Fish Private Lands Public Wildlife Access program. Hunters may initially apply for only one hunt period per hunt unit and must already have a valid Wyoming elk license to enter the electronic drawing. Elk hunters attempting to fill two valid licenses on the Refuge during the same hunt period do not need to apply for two Refuge permits. 

Bison and elk hunting information, including general information, application procedures, regulations, maps, weapons restrictions, and access can be found on the National Elk Refuge’s web page at www.fws.gov/refuge/national_elk_refuge. Printed copies of Refuge regulations can be picked up in Jackson at the Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center (532 N. Cache Street), Wyoming Game & Fish Department (420 N. Cache Street), or the National Elk Refuge Administrative Offices (625 E. Broadway Avenue). Printable versions (PDF) of the regulations and maps are available on the web site. 

Persons traveling on Refuge roads, including Curtis Canyon and Flat Creek roads, are encouraged to familiarize themselves with hunt boundaries and be aware that hunters may be in the area.

LARAMIE MAIN STREET UPDATE

Mural by Travis Ivey 

Thanks to over 160 backers, Laramie Main Street reached their fundraising goal for the Laramie Mural Project before their deadline of July 21st and then, the donations kept coming in! When all was said and done, they raised just short of $20,000!!!

mural plan, by Travis Ivey

They have already begun to use those donations to expand the Laramie Mural Project. Check out the new murals going up downtown at 3rd and Kearney, behind the Big Dipper at 111 Ivinson and in the alley behind the Curiosity Shoppe. 

Be sure to mark your calendar for an event like you’ve never seen in downtown Laramie! Move in Weekend, Aug. 23 – 25 they will be hosting the Downtown Mash Up featuring the Gem City Car Classic and Laramie Fiber Arts Festival. This is a joint event between the University of Wyoming Athletic Dept., Laramie Main Street, DLBA and the fiber art galleries downtown.

Ever wondered what was above your favorite downtown businesses? Now is your chance to find out! Join Laramie Main Street on Friday, August 16 from 3 to 7 p.m. for a self-guided tour of the lofts and apartments downtown. Everything from cozy one bedroom units to expansive family lofts.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 the day of and can be purchased with cash, check or credit card from the Main Street office at 207 Grand Ave. or by calling 307-760-3355.

The Upstairs/Downtown tour is designed to promote residential space and living in the historic district as well as raise funds for the Laramie Main Street Alliance.

EVANSTON — ROUNDHOUSE FESTIVAL

Stop by the Roundhouse Festival this weekend in Evanston at the Roundhouse to purchase your 2013 HO collectors car. These will be available at the this weekends Roundhouse Festival. This year’s car commemorates the Lincoln Highway’s 100th anniversary!

SHERIDAN — SAGE Community Art Center Welcomes New Exhibits; Sheridan’s DDA Plans 3rd Thursday Fest for August

The next 3rd Thursday Festival will be held August 15! Join in for all the fun, food and music!

Check out the next round of great art exhibits at SAGE Community Art Center!

 

 

ON THE CALENDAR: July 26, 2013

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CHEYENNE — CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS, THROUGH JULY 28

Here we go, Cheyenne — CFD is HERE!!! This annual event, the Daddy of ‘Em All, brings visitors from throughout the globe to the state’s capitol. Visit their website for all the details — schedule, events, concerts, carnivals, pancake breakfasts, parades, and of course…RODEO!!!!!  Thanks to our official photographer, Don Christner of Cheyenne & our friend Cliff Cox, who will be providing us with all sorts of great images!

DUBOIS — National Day of the Cowboy, July 26 & 27

Lots of western fun to be had at this great annual event! This year, Longmire fans rejoice! They’ll be incorporating a tip of the hat to WY author Craig Johnson & will feature autographed Longmire Books, bumper stickers & a Red Pony Saloon ball cap or 2 in our NDOC celebration on July 27th. Thank you to Julie @ Two Ocean Books for making all the arrangements! Visit the National Day of the Cowboy Dubois website for more info on this event!

image from www.casperairmodelers.com

CASPER — Casper Air Modelers Fun Fly — July 26-28

Regional Fun Fly for RC Plane Enthusiasts and Spectators

Starting Friday July 26th and continuing through Sunday July 28th, Casper Air Modelers are excited to announce the 2013 Annual Fun Fly and RC Aircraft Fly In. The fly in weekend will provide a great opportunity for air modelers around the region to showcase their models, machines and skills. All ages are welcomed to attend and view model aircraft, flying demonstrations and talk with experts about radio controlled aircraft. Their will be aircraft of all types, shapes and sizes such as large scale airplanes up to 10′ wing spans, micro electric RC aircraft, electric and gas operated helicopters and everything in between. RC pilots are welcomed to attend and fly but an AMA membership is required to conform to insurance regulations. The Casper Air Modelers facility is located just north of the Casper Events Center and just west of the motocross track north of Casper. Models will be on display and flying will be done weather permitting from 8am to 8pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Visit their website for more information!

 

Lander — 5th Annual RiverFest, July 27

Excited to hear that The Lander Art Center will host the 5th Annual Riverfest Art and Music in the Park!

Saturday, July 27th
9:30am-8pm in Lander City Park.

Spend the day in Lander’s beautiful city park enjoying great art, live music, fun activities, and delicious food and drink! This event offers 30 booths of high quality original artwork from local and regional artists. Artwork includes jewelry, metal, woodworking, painting, photography, leather work, ceramics, fiber and paper arts.

There will be artist demonstrations, art activities and face painting from the Lander Art Center and an activity from the Lander Children’s Museum.

This year’s performances include:

Youth dance led by Jackson Hole Dancers Workshop

Buffalo Bill Boycott Band, Lander WY

Drag the River, Fort Collins CO

Chanman Roots Band, Jackson WY
Entry $5, kids free
All proceeds support the Lander Art Center in putting on this event.

image from Wyoming’s Big Show in Sweetwater County — Rock Springs!

COUNTY FAIRS!

Natrona County Fair — It was held earlier in July, but there are LOTS of events happening — check out their website!

Laramie County Fair — August 3-10

Sheridan County Fair — July 26-August 3

Sweetwater County Fair – -Wyoming’s Big Show — July 25-August 4

Albany County Fair — July 26-August 3

Carbon County Fair — August 1-10

Goshen County Fair — July 25-August 4

Platte County Fair

Big Horn County Fair

Fremont County Fair — July 27-August 3

Park County Fair — through July 27

Lincoln County Fair — August 3-10

Converse County Fair

Hot Springs County Fair — July 30-August 3

Niobrara County Fair — July 27-August 3

Johnson County Fair & Rodeo — July 28-August 4

Campbell County Fair — July 26-August 5

Crook County Fair — July 27-August 4

Uinta County Fair — July 25-August 3

Weston County Fair

Washakie County Fair — July 29-August 3

Teton County Fair — through July 28

Sublette County Fair — through July 28

…AND, of course, the Wyoming State Fair is coming! August 10-17!

 

 

 

 

ON THE CALENDAR: July 19, 2013

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ROCK SPRINGS: National High School Finals Rodeo Continues — through July 20

Sweetwater County and the Events Complex will be hosting 1,500+ competitors from 41 US states as well as 5 Provinces in Canada and Australia for the National High School Finals Rodeo, 2012-2015.  The National High School Rodeo Finals is the largest rodeo in the world with 13 performances over 7 days.  Sweetwater County is expected to realize an economic impact of $7-$8 million each year with attendance for the 13 performances topping 100,000

If you’re planning on attending the National High School Rodeo Finals, be sure and check out theirLodging page for a full list of area hotels, motels and campgrounds. Visit the complex’s website for a schedule of events!

CHEYENNE:  Cheyenne Frontier Days — July 19-28

Here we go, Cheyenne — CFD is HERE!!! This annual event, the Daddy of ‘Em All, brings visitors from throughout the globe to the state’s capitol. Visit their website for all the details — schedule, events, concerts, carnivals, pancake breakfasts, parades, and of course…RODEO!!!!!  Thanks to our official photographer, Don Christner of Cheyenne & our friend Cliff Cox, who will be providing us with all sorts of great images!

EVANSTON: Evanson Brew Fest — July 20

The Evanston Main Street’s Brew Fest is a huge annual event! Enjoy brew from local Suds Bros., New Belgium, Blue Moon and many more! July 20, 1-5 PM — with food,  music and fun added in! Depot Square, Downtown Evanston. Music, food & vendors will be open on Main Street from 1-10 PM. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the gate — click here for more info!

DUBOIS — National Day of the Cowboy — July 26-27

Lots of western fun to be had at this great annual event! This year, Longmire fans rejoice! They’ll be incorporating a tip of the hat to WY author Craig Johnson & will feature autographed Longmire Books, bumper stickers & a Red Pony Saloon ball cap or 2 in our NDOC celebration on July 27th. Thank you to Julie @ Two Ocean Books for making all the arrangements! Visit the National Day of the Cowboy Dubois website for more info on this event!

CASPER — Casper Air Modelers Fun Fly — July 26-28

Regional Fun Fly for RC Plane Enthusiasts and Spectators

Starting Friday July 26th and continuing through Sunday July 28th, Casper Air Modelers are excited to announce the 2013 Annual Fun Fly and RC Aircraft Fly In. The fly in weekend will provide a great opportunity for air modelers around the region to showcase their models, machines and skills. All ages are welcomed to attend and view model aircraft, flying demonstrations and talk with experts about radio controlled aircraft. Their will be aircraft of all types, shapes and sizes such as large scale airplanes up to 10′ wing spans, micro electric RC aircraft, electric and gas operated helicopters and everything in between. RC pilots are welcomed to attend and fly but an AMA membership is required to conform to insurance regulations. The Casper Air Modelers facility is located just north of the Casper Events Center and just west of the motocross track north of Casper. Models will be on display and flying will be done weather permitting from 8am to 8pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Visit their website for more information!

LARAMIE: Downtown Laramie Mural Project — through July 21

Image by Laramie Main Street

Over the last few weeks the Laramie Mural Project has seen the Laramie community come together in support of local public art. From a tiny seed and a hopeful vision, this project has grown into something we can all be proud of! Now that in the home stretch, they are continuing to share their enthusiasm for this project. They’re aiming to meet their goal of $15,000 by July 21 — if they are not able to reach our goal of $15,000 by July 21, we will not receive any of the pledges and this will be the last summer for the Laramie Mural Project (insert sad face here).

Contact the Laramie Main Street Alliance at 307-760-3355  and visit the project’s website for more information and/or to make a pledge — they are soooooooooooooo close!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1187018146/laramie-mural-project

image courtesy Grand Teton National Park

JACKSON HOLE: T.A. Moulton Barn Anniversary Celebration — July 20

Visit our blog post on the T.A. Moulton Barn Anniversary Celebration for more details — and if you have an image of the barn, please submit it for our upcoming digital publication spotlighting the history of this historic Wyoming icon! More details on the blog… 

LANDER: Riverfest — July 27

The Lander Art Center will host the 5th Annual Riverfest Art and Music in the Park

Saturday, July 27th
9:30am-8pm in Lander City Park.

Spend the day in Lander’s beautiful city park enjoying great art, live music, fun activities, and delicious food and drink! This event offers 30 booths of high quality original artwork from local and regional artists. Artwork includes jewelry, metal, woodworking, painting, photography, leather work, ceramics, fiber and paper arts.

There will be artist demonstrations, art activities and face painting from the Lander Art Center and an activity from the Lander Children’s Museum.

This year’s performances include:

Youth dance led by Jackson Hole Dancers Workshop

Buffalo Bill Boycott Band, Lander WY

Drag the River, Fort Collins CO

Chanman Roots Band, Jackson WY
Entry $5, kids free
All proceeds support the Lander Art Center in putting on this event.

image via Fort Laramie website

FORT LARAMIE:  75th Anniversary of National Monument Status Celebration

The Park will be celebrating 75 years since it was proclaimed a National Monument by President Franklin Roosevelt on July 16, 1938.  The inclusion of Fort Laramie in the National Park System was the culmination of years of hard work by interested local citizens who recognized the hugely significant role that Fort Laramie played in the shaping of the United States of America.  Park Superintendent Mitzi Frank pointed out that it is impossible to pick up a book about history of 19th century America and fail to find the name “Fort Laramie” prominently featured.

Visit the park on Saturday, July 20 to celebrate this momentous anniversary! Click here for more information on this historic Wyoming treasure.

WY MAIN STREETS: Sheridan 3rd Thursday, Laramie Mural Project

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We’re very excited to feature news from Wyoming Main Streets on our blog! If you’re a Wyoming Main Street or Downtown Association that would like to participate, shoot us a line at editor@wyolifestyle.com!

 

DOWNTOWN SHERIDAN ASSOCIATION:  3rd Thursday Street Festival

Image by Tim Doolin Photography, Sheridan

The Downtown Sheridan Association is having the 3rd Thursday Street Festival on July 18th from 5 to 9pm. The Festivals are June 20th, July 18th, August 15th and September 19th and will run from 5pm to 9pm on Main Street and Grinnell plaza. Vendors can download a registration packet by going to the web site at www.downtownsheridan.org or calling Beth Holsinger at the Downtown Sheridan Association office at 672-8881. The Band on the 18th is Andy Hackbarth on the Grinnell Plaza stage. Farmers’ Market will also run in conjunction with the Festival on Grinnell in front of the Sheridan Press. The 3rd Thursday Street Festival is sponsored by Bank of the West, Ed Hammer Chevrolet, Streetwear Clothing and Baby too, Warehouse 201, Sheridan Travel and Tourism, and The City of Sheridan.

LARAMIE MAIN STREET: Laramie Mural Project

Image by Laramie Main Street

Over the last few weeks the Laramie Mural Project has seen the Laramie community come together in support of local public art. From a tiny seed and a hopeful vision, this project has grown into something we can all be proud of! Now that in the home stretch, they are continuing to share their enthusiasm for this project. They’re aiming to meet their goal of $15,000 by July 21 — if they are not able to reach our goal of $15,000 by July 21, we will not receive any of the pledges and this will be the last summer for the Laramie Mural Project (insert sad face here).

Contact the Laramie Main Street Alliance at 307-760-3355  and visit the project’s website for more information and/or to make a pledge — they are soooooooooooooo close!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1187018146/laramie-mural-project

EVANSTON MAIN STREET:  Evanston Brew Fest!

The Evanston Main Street’s Brew Fest is a huge annual event! Enjoy brew from local Suds Bros., New Belgium, Blue Moon and many more! July 20, 1-5 PM — with food,  music and fun added in! Depot Square, Downtown Evanston. Music, food & vendors will be open on Main Street from 1-10 PM. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the gate — click here for more info!

ON THE CALENDAR: July 12, 2013

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LARAMIE JUBILEE DAYS — LASTING THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 14!

Laramie’s hometown celebration is happening NOW, and we’re THRILLED at WLM! It’s one of our favorite times of year! Rodeos, street dances, parades, pancake breakfasts, carnivals — OH MY! Click here for the schedule of events from LJD & Downtown Laramie.

Check out our look at the Laramie Brew Fest — happening July 13 at the Train Depot all afternoon…

SHERIDAN WYO RODEO — LASTING THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 14!

Sheridan’s huge, annual rodeo event is happening right now! We’re looking for your pictures — post on our Facebook page, tweet at us (@wyolifestylemag), email at editor@wyolifestyle.com, or tag us on Instagram with #wyolifestylemag! (And be sure you’re following us on Instagram @wyolifestylemag so you can share and see the latest from around WY!) Visit Sheridan WYO Rodeo’s website for schedule & details!

image by Dawn Ballou

PINEDALE — GREEN RIVER RENDEZVOUS, LASTING THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 14!

Tons of mountain man & Native American fun has been taking place in Pinedale this week, and the fun continues through the weekend! Visit their website for a calendar of events!

JACKSON — GRAND TETON MUSIC FESTIVAL CONTINUES THROUGH THE WEEKEND!

The Grand Teton Music Festival may be wrapping up this weekend, but there are LOTS of other fabulous concerts and open rehearsals happening throughout the summer! Visit their website for more information…

SOUTH PASS CITY: Gold Rush Days, July 13-14

Experience South Pass City State Historic Site as the residents did during the boom years during Gold Rush Days July 13-14.

Gold Rush Days is a fun, family weekend that features a variety of events and activities, including a vintage baseball game pitting rivals South Pass City, Riverton, Hudson and 2012 defending champion Lander.

Try not to catch gold fever as you spin a gold pan.  See how news was spread as printer Mike Parker sets type on a turn of the century printing press.  See blacksmiths art first hand with Dave Osmundsen and walk away with a square nail ready for a horse shoe.  Then listen to the sweet tones of the Pushroot Rangers.  Enjoy food and refreshments; mining demonstrations, and much more.

One of the favorite events is anvil blasting or anvil shooting, as some call it. It was a way miners celebrated big events.  Two anvils are set one on top of the other, the cavity in the bottom of the anvil is filled with blasting powder and detonated. Miners used blasting powder every day to break up the rock in the mines, but on special days they would use the same blasting powder to shoot anvils.  Historically they would have had competitions between miners to see who could get the most height and boom as well.

Activities start at 9 a.m. each day. Admission is $3 for adults and children. Children six and under are free. South Pass City is located 32 miles south and west of Lander on Highway 28. For more information call 307-332-3684 or email jellis@state.wy.us., www.southpasscity.com

Activities:   (click here for the full schedule)

Smithing Demonstration With David Osmundsen, Buffalo WY. By the Carr Butcher Shop. Saturday-Sunday

Gold Panning at the Price St. Bridge.  Saturday-Sunday

The Atlantic City Strum Lords at the Ervin Store. 11:00 to 3:00—Saturday

Wagon & Buggy Rides At the Sherlock Barn. Saturday-Sunday

Anvil Blasting—KA BOOOM! On the hour At Price Street Bridge. Saturday-Sunday

Pony Express Demo At the Jail. 1:30 & 3:30 Saturday & Sunday. National Pony Express Association

Kids Games At Price Street Bridge. Saturday-Sunday

Friends of South Pass Bake Sale at the Restaurant.  Saturday-Sunday

Letter Press Printing with Mike Parker, from Powell WY at the South Pass Hotel Lobby. Saturday-Sunday

Hamburgers, Hot Dogs & LEMONADE by Wyoming Smoke House. At the Ball Field. Saturday-Sunday

Cookie Baking in a Wood Stove at the back entrance of the Sherlock House. Saturday-Sunday

Historic  Mining Demos at the Price Street Bridge. 2:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday

Stamp Mill Demonstrations at the Wolverine Adit. Saturday-Sunday

Quilt Exhibition Lander Quilters at the Libby Cabin & the Sweetwater County Jail. Saturday-Sunday

Friends of South Pass Membership Tablemat the South Pass Hotel. Saturday-Sunday

Book signing South Pass and The Sweetwater Mines With authors Jon Lane & Susan Layman. Saturday 1-2 pm

South Pass image by Jennie Hutchinson

 

ROCK SPRINGS — INTERNATIONAL DAY JULY 14

Travel hounds seeking a cultural experience need look no further than Rock Springs, Wyo.’s, International Day, July 14 in Bunning Park.

Rock Springs, nicknamed the “Home of 56 Nationalities,” hosts the free event, which celebrates the rich and diverse cultural heritage in Sweetwater County. It is the only ethnic festival of its kind in Wyoming, so visitors won’t want to miss it! This year’s 14th annual festival features a wide range of local, regional, and international entertainment, activities for kids, exotic foods and unique vendor items.

Performers from various parts of the world provide a smorgasbord of music and dance entertainment throughout the day and include the following acts.

  • Native Dave Pedri and his EIO band kick off the festivities with polka favorites and reappear for an encore later in the evening.
  • Another local, Tony Corona will serenade guests in the park with his strolling accordion tunes.
  • International dancers of the Basque Club of Utah bring on the Basque beats.
  • The Duna Dancers represent countries around Eastern Europe’s Danube River.
  • The Zavala family of Mariachi Z invites spectators to kick up their heels with traditional Mexican folk music.
  • Zivio, an ensemble from Salt Lake City, presents a medley of movement and music from the Balkan region.
  • Finally, from Park City, Utah, the Irish rock band Swagger brings the evening to a crescendo with an energetic rug-cutting performance that promises to end the day’s festivities on a high note.For more information call the Rock Springs Chamber at 307-362-3771. (content via Sweetwater County Tourism)

ROCK SPRINGS — NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FINALS RODEO JULY 12 – 20

Sweetwater County and the Events Complex will be hosting 1,500+ competitors from 41 US states as well as 5 Provinces in Canada and Australia for the National High School Finals Rodeo, 2012-2015.  The National High School Rodeo Finals is the largest rodeo in the world with 13 performances over 7 days.  Sweetwater County is expected to realize an economic impact of $7-$8 million each year with attendance for the 13 performances topping 100,000

If you’re planning on attending the National High School Rodeo Finals, be sure and check out their Lodging page for a full list of area hotels, motels and campgrounds. Visit the complex’s website for a schedule of events!

CHEYENNE — CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS JULY 19-28

CFD is coming!!! This annual event, the Daddy of ‘Em All, brings visitors from throughout the globe to the state’s capitol. Visit their website for all the details — schedule, events, concerts, carnivals, pancake breakfasts, parades, and of course…RODEO!!!!!

Also happening during CFD ——–>   The Historic Plains Hotel and Good Organic Design Presents “The Trail of Arts in Wyoming”

Arts and Craft fair — July 19th through July 28th, 2013, during Cheyenne Frontier Days in the Historic Plains Hotel (1600 Central Ave. and Lincolnway,  Cheyenne, Wy.)

“The Trail of Arts in Wyoming” Arts and Crafts show in “The Plains Hotel” is to help the Wyoming arts community come together and further the awareness of “shop Local and shop US”

Hours of operations:    Saturday July 20th, Tuesday 23rd, Thursday 25th and Saturday 27th–8am to 4pm CFD Western Heritage Parades starts at 9:30am (runs right in front of the Plains on Central and Lincolnway)  Sunday July 21st—10am to 4pm

Monday July 21st, Wednesday 23rd and Friday 25th—6am to 4pm—6pm to 12pm

Free Pancake Breakfasts 7am to 9 am (is held right across from the Plains in the Depot)

 Vending space available in side the “Plains Hotel” AND at “Good Organic Design”, located across from the Plains on Central

Contact Brad Buckner (425-444-7505) or bradlbuckner@reagan.com for more information!

They are looking for sponsors and a non-profit organization to donate 10% of the vending profit to and help with setting up and running the show.  We are also looking for country musicians that would like to play acoustic sets during the shows in the front Hallway for Tips.   You can call Perry White @ 307-287-4534

DUBOIS — NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY

Lots of western fun to be had at this great annual event! This year, Longmire fans rejoice! They’ll be incorporating a tip of the hat to WY author Craig Johnson & will feature autographed Longmire Books, bumper stickers & a Red Pony Saloon ball cap or 2 in our NDOC celebration on July 27th. Thank you to Julie @ Two Ocean Books for making all the arrangements! Visit the National Day of the Cowboy Dubois website for more info on this event!

CASPER — Casper Air Modelers Fun Fly July 26-28

Regional Fun Fly for RC Plane Enthusiasts and Spectators

Starting Friday July 26th and continuing through Sunday July 28th, Casper Air Modelers are excited to announce the 2013 Annual Fun Fly and RC Aircraft Fly In. The fly in weekend will provide a great opportunity for air modelers around the region to showcase their models, machines and skills. All ages are welcomed to attend and view model aircraft, flying demonstrations and talk with experts about radio controlled aircraft. Their will be aircraft of all types, shapes and sizes such as large scale airplanes up to 10′ wing spans, micro electric RC aircraft, electric and gas operated helicopters and everything in between. RC pilots are welcomed to attend and fly but an AMA membership is required to conform to insurance regulations. The Casper Air Modelers facility is located just north of the Casper Events Center and just west of the motocross track north of Casper. Models will be on display and flying will be done weather permitting from 8am to 8pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Visit their website for more information!

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WY FOODIE: New Recipe + Buffalo Jump Wines from The Sweet Sommelier

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A new recipe — thanks to the Wyoming Beef Council!

Grilled Onion Cheeseburgers

Total recipe time: 35 to 40 minutes

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 large white or yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices

1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil

Salt and pepper

4 white or whole wheat hamburger buns or Kaiser rolls, split

3 ounces crumbled or shredded cheese (such as smoked mozzarella, goat cheese, feta, blue cheese)

 

Instructions

  1. Combine ground beef, thyme and garlic in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties. Brush both sides of onion slices with oil.
  2. Place patties in center of grill over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange onion slices around patties. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Grill onions 15 to 20 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally and brushing with oil. (Grilling times for onions remain the same on gas grill.) Season burgers with salt and pepper, as desired. Top with cheese during the last minutes of grilling if desired to melt cheese slightly.
  3. Place 1 burger on bottom of each bun; top with cheese and grilled onions.

Test Kitchen Tips

Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.

THE SWEET SOMMELIER:  Wines That Will Make You Jump for Joy! — images courtesy The Sweet Sommelier

We’re very excited to feature Wyoming wine tips from The Sweet Sommelier, Kara — a wine expert & event planning specialist in Newcastle, Kara knows vino! We’re excited to feature her on our food blog — catch her website here or find her on Facebook!

 

Denis Waitley once said, “Chase your passion, not your pension.” Like good entrepreneurs, that is exactly what Beckie Tilden and Scott Wagner did to fulfill their dream of making wine in Wyoming. This passion-filled endeavor didn’t just happen overnight. It was a labor of love that has felt some growing pains as Buffalo Jump Wines leap to success.

Before making wine a full-time business, Scott commuted to his former job…in New York City! The Powell native worked in finance and boarded the plane to Wall Street every week. After the economy turned in 2008, Scott did economic development work for Cody. During this time, Beckie (from a six-generation Meteetsee, Wyoming ranch family) was known as “Beckie Home-Eckie” since she was the middle school home economics and then the Title I reading and math teacher for a total of 16 years in Cody. Scott had been making wine for decades—literally; his first wine making experience was in his college dorm room in Utah. In April of 2011, the couple started the federal and state licensing processes to open a commercial winery in Cody. They sold the first bottle of Buffalo Jump Wine on December 8, 2011. By mid-2012, the winery was taking off so fast that it could no longer be just a part-time venture. Scott left his day job and began making wine full time. Beckie finished the school year in May of 2012 and made the decision to leave teaching. This was scary for her, but as she said, they, “Have never looked back!”

image, left:  Buffalo Jump Wines on display at a Wyoming liquor mart

Of course, one of the biggest wine-making obstacles in Wyoming is where to get the grapes. Buffalo Jump sources its fruit from different areas of California, depending on the grapes. The Cabernet Sauvignon (also made into a rose) comes from the Suisun Valley, the Sauvignon Blanc comes from Lake County, and the Chardonnay from Santa Maria. All of these grapes are chosen for their specific wine-making qualities, and the vineyards that grow these grapes have long-term contracts with Buffalo Jump. The grapes are handpicked, crushed, and fermented before the trip to Wyoming because Scott and Beckie do not yet have the facilities to do the crush in-house. Once in Cody, the art of winemaking continues. The wines are fined (removing visible particles in the wine) with vegan-friendly measures—though this isn’t necessarily advertised on the label. Some of the white wines are filtered and some also go through cold stabilization to remove certain acids and particles that might cause sediment. Few additional sulfites are added during the process. (An ironic side note to this is that Scott has a sensitivity to sulfites. His slight allergy makes for wine drinkable by others who may also have this same issue.) Wines are aged in French and American oak before they are bottled and labeled on site.

Here, Laura (University of Wyoming chemistry and molecular biology student) tests and quality controls the wine in the new production area. Alex (UW graphic design student) and Jerrod (smart phone app writer) also help run the tasting room and bottle wine.

Though the winery is growing by leaps and bounds due to passion and perseverance—Scott and Becky were just moving into a new tasting room with triple the space when I visited—there were hurdles to jump. Most of these issues occurred because Buffalo Jump was a venture no one in Cody knew the exact steps to follow for legality purposes. For instance, the city was unsure of what to do to fulfill the federal, state, and city licenses. The health inspector wasn’t aware of how harmful chlorine could be to wine at any step in the winemaking process so had to rethink the health inspection of the facility. (The winery uses acid sterilizers, which have no effect on the wine, for disinfection purposes instead of chlorine and bleach.) Scott and Beckie have even called on their Republican senator, Mike Enzi, to help them clear up a few issues with the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau). However, all of these “problems” then became positives as Buffalo Jump paved the way for other area businesses that may want to follow in their footsteps. The other difficulty faced has been marketing the wine. Let’s face it…Wyoming is a HUGE state. Scott traveled over 75,000 miles in one year promoting Buffalo Jump Wines to those around the state. Wyoming has been incredibly receptive though, as people all over have supported Scott, Beckie, and Buffalo Jump Wines.

image, left:  new winery tasting room

When I heard Scott and Beckie talk about their wines, I could hear the passion in their voices. Scott said, “We just love it!” And this love for the craft of winemaking is evident in each wine they make. The 2012 Sauvignon Blanc is a unique wine with ample lemon and melon notes, very smooth on the palette. The stainless steel fermented 2011 Chardonnay is a crisper style of Chardonnay with mineral and a hint of butter. The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon roseis a great summer wine. Beautiful light ruby in color, it is filled with tart strawberries and just a slight suggestion of leather. (Plus, I love a single-varietal pink wine.) The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon is filled with baked fruit, vanilla, and cedar. Aged for 16 months in French and American oak, it has smooth tannins. I also love that it is only 12.6 percent alcohol, proving that a good Cab doesn’t have to be hot with alcohol. The Petite Sirah from 2007 is one of Buffalo Jump’s reserve wines. With notes of forest floor, pine, earth, baked plum, and cedar, this is a special wine. The last regular tasting wine was the 2007 Merlot, with smells and tastes of berries, petrol, garage, berries, earth, and spice; this was a solid Merlot with a very-pleasant finish.

image, left:  the regular tasting lineup

When we finished tasting in the front tasting room, Beckie and Scott led me back to their new and improved production area for barrel tastings of some unique wines they bought when they were trying to source grapes. A winery in California was actually going out of business, yet still had wines in barrels; some needed bottled and some still needed aged. Beckie and Scott helped that winery bottle its final vintage and then purchased the barreled wines to continue aging in Cody. The wines included a 2006 Petite Sirah, a 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2007 Cabernet Franc, and a 2006 Petite Verdot. Scott and Beckie aren’t sure yet what path they will take with these wines, but whatever they choose to do…I want to be able to purchase these wines! The extended aging has softened the tannins while bringing out the fruit. My two favorites were the 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (already achieving a brick-orange color with baked fruits, pepper, oak, and soft tannins) and the 2006 Petite Verdot(inky, brick-red with Fig Newton, dried fruit, vanilla, and supple tannins). These are wines I will jump at the chance to have in my glass!

image, left:  the new tasting area

“Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you,” said Oprah Winfrey. Beckie and Scott make Buffalo Jump Wines with a true passion, and these wines are exciting for all who taste—and all wine lovers in Wyoming. The future of Buffalo Jump is also exciting as they plan to make mead (honey wine from Lovell, Wyoming honey) and a moscato; they are also looking at the possibility of opening another tasting room in Wyoming at some point and creating a wine club for customers. I have jumped on the bandwagon of Buffalo Jump Wines, a bandwagon I will be riding well into the future!

image, left:  personalized glasses at the tasting room for Buffalo Jumpers who stop in to enjoy wine

Visit Buffalo Jump Winery’s website — and on Facebook!

 

WY ART + NEWS FROM PARKS: T.A. Moulton Barn 100th Anniversary, SAGE Show, Plein Art in JH

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We are thrilled to have an opportunity to promote the T.A. Moulton Barn’s 100th anniversary, and bring notice to their fundraising efforts to restore one of the most photographed barns in the world! Through July 31, submit your photos of the T.A. Moulton Barn (please note this is only the T.A. Moulton Barn we’re featuring right now!) — submit your photos and how you wish to be credited via email (editor@wyolifestyle.com) or on our Facebook page (Wyoming Lifestyle Magazine). We will create a special, digital supplement of the photos that will be shared on our website and via our social media channels. By submitting their photos, photographers agree to have their photo digitally published with proper credits — no financial compensation is offered. Please remember this is only the T.A. Moulton Barn that we are spotlighting currently — it is pictured below.

Below, please find information on Grand Teton National Park’s celebration of the 100th annivesary of the T.A. Moulton Barn!

Centennial Celebration Planned to Commemorate the T.A. Moulton Barn

MOOSE, WY — Superintendent Mary Gibson Scott and her staff will join Moulton family members and friends, as well as artists and history aficionados, to celebrate a milestone: the 100th anniversary of the Thomas Alma Moulton barn on Mormon Row in Grand Teton National Park.  A series of activities that include remarks by national park, state and local officials will take place on Saturday, July 20, 2013, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

As part of the day’s events, remarks will be made at 12:30 p.m. by Superintendent Mary Gibson Scott, Mayor Mark Barron, County Commissioner Paul Vogelheim, Jerry Moulton, T.A. Moulton’s grandson, and Sara Needles, the cultural resources administrator for Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources. Other activities planned for the day include story-telling by author Ken Thomasma, oral history chats by  Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum, walking tours by veteran historic preservation specialist Harrison Goodall, music by John Sidle, and a quick-draw contest for children. A concurrent celebration open to the public and hosted by descendants of T.A. Moulton on their adjoining ranch will include raffles and a silent auction.  All proceeds from the family event will benefit a T.A. Moulton Barn Centennial Preservation Fund managed by the Grand Teton National Park Foundation and the Grand Teton Association.  

Parking will be extremely limited on Antelope Flats Road and Mormon Row. Consequently, everyone wishing to attend the centennial activities should park and ride. Buses will shuttle people to and from the Mormon Row venue with a start from the parking lot near the Moose Post Office. This shuttle service is free and will run from 8:45 a.m. through 2 p.m. Attendees are advised to be prepared for a day in the sun and bring sunscreen, sun hats, shade umbrellas and water.

Thomas Alma’s son, Clark Moulton, often said, “If I had a nickel for every picture that was taken of that barn, I’d be rich.” Therefore, preceding the July 20 events, the Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum (JHHSM) is hosting a fundraiser for future restoration work through a public art show called “A Nickel for the Barn.” The JHHSM recently called upon all artists—amateur and professional—to submit original art with images of Mormon Row for a public exhibit. All proceeds will go to the T.A. Moulton Barn Centennial Preservation Fund.  Installation of submitted pieces took place July 1 at the JHHSM building on North Cache in Jackson. The artwork is on display and for sale until July 21. All pieces will then be moved to the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Moose for a second show from July 22-August 4.

First built in 1913 as a flat-roofed shelter for horses, the modest T.A. Moulton barn was capped with its now-famous gabled roof some years later. Today, this treasured icon catches the eye of photographers and artists, as well as the interest of wedding parties, who wish to savor a bit of the “old west” that embodies Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park.  

For more information about the T.A. Moulton barn and life on Mormon Row, along with historic photos, please visit their website: www.themoultonbarn.com. 

SHERIDAN: SAGE Community Art Center Hosts Native American Art

 

JACKSON: Trio Gallery Event

JACKSON: Plein Air for the Park Fine Art Show & Sale

ON THE CALENDAR: July 5, 2013

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LARAMIE:  Jubilee Days is coming!

laramie’s hometown celebration is about to kick off, and we’re THRILLED at WLM! It’s one of our favorite times of year! Rodeos, street dances, parades, pancake breakfasts, carnivals — OH MY! Click here for the schedule of events from LJD & Downtown Laramie.

ROCK SPRINGS:  International Day July 14:  

Travel hounds seeking a cultural experience need look no further than Rock Springs, Wyo.’s, International Day, July 14 in Bunning Park.

Rock Springs, nicknamed the “Home of 56 Nationalities,” hosts the free event, which celebrates the rich and diverse cultural heritage in Sweetwater County. It is the only ethnic festival of its kind in Wyoming, so visitors won’t want to miss it! This year’s 14th annual festival features a wide range of local, regional, and international entertainment, activities for kids, exotic foods and unique vendor items.

Performers from various parts of the world provide a smorgasbord of music and dance entertainment throughout the day and include the following acts.

  • Native Dave Pedri and his EIO band kick off the festivities with polka favorites and reappear for an encore later in the evening.
  • Another local, Tony Corona will serenade guests in the park with his strolling accordion tunes.
  • International dancers of the Basque Club of Utah bring on the Basque beats.
  • The Duna Dancers represent countries around Eastern Europe’s Danube River.
  • The Zavala family of Mariachi Z invites spectators to kick up their heels with traditional Mexican folk music.
  • Zivio, an ensemble from Salt Lake City, presents a medley of movement and music from the Balkan region.
  • Finally, from Park City, Utah, the Irish rock band Swagger brings the evening to a crescendo with an energetic rug-cutting performance that promises to end the day’s festivities on a high note.For more information call the Rock Springs Chamber at 307-362-3771. (content via Sweetwater County Tourism)

    SHERIDAN:  Wyo Rodeo July 6-14:  

    Join thousands of rodeo fans in Sheridan for the 83rd annual event! This awesome festival includes rodeo, music, and tons of FUN! Check out their website for more info!


    SHERIDAN:  Polo Games Kick Off! 

    Local polo teams in action, with  tournaments every Sunday from June 16 through August 25. The games in June (one game each Sunday) are at 2:00 pm. The games in July and August (two games, back to back, each Sunday) are at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. In addition, the teams are playing practice games every Wednesday and Friday at 3:00 and 5:00 pm and every Saturday at 10:00 am. Spectators are welcome, with no admission charge. There are bleachers for seating, but also feel free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. No dogs, please. For more information, contact “Perk” Connell at (307) 674-4928 or visitwww.thebighornpoloclub.com.

    DUBOIS: Hats Off to America Continues Through the Weekend!

    The event began July 3, continued with holiday festivities July 4, and is rounding out the weekend with lots of FUN! Take a look at the events below…

    July 5 – Rodeo – 8 P.M. Clarence Allison Memorial Arena.  307-262-6094

    July 6- Rodeo – 8 P.M. Clarence Allison Memorial Arena.  307-262-6094

    July 7 – Dubois Chamber of Commerce Chicken BBQ at Town Park. 4-8 p.m. 307-455-2556 or 307-455-3320 $12. Local entertainment.

    LANDER:  Joe Diffie Concert TONIGHT!

    The Joe Diffie concert that will benefit the rebuilding of the Lander Community Center takes place TONIGHT! We’d love to see some pictures from the event!

    RIVERTON:  1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous Continues…

    Riverton, WY – The annual re-enactment of the 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous will be held this year from July 3rd to the 7th.  This year marks the 175th anniversary of the original rendezvous.  This rendezvous is the only re-enactment located on the actual historic site. One is walking in the footsteps of such great trappers and traders such as Jim Bridger, Kit Carson, Joe Meek, Andrew Drips, William Drummond Stewart, Moses “Black” Harris, and others.

    This year’s fun starts on the Wed. the 3rd at 3 pm with a parade down Main Street in Riverton, followed by opening ceremonies at 5 p.m. with a free dinner and Native American dancing to follow. Thursday, Friday and Saturday will see the normal black powder shooting, hawk ‘n knife competitions and numerous seminars centered around the fur trapping era.  This year there will be more traders than usual as the national rendezvous will be the next week in Laramie. This gives visitors a chance to “shop til they drop”.

    The organizers pride themselves on having a “beginners” or “teaching” rendezvous with the seminars offered. Saturday will be set aside as a family day with a great number of activities for kids and “non” participants in the rendezvous.  There will be seminars on fire starting with flint and steel, dutch oven cooking, flint knapping, Teepee set-up and organization, various trapping methods, historical information about the era, and many others.

    To find the rendezvous, travel east on Monroe off of Federal Blvd to Smith Rd. turn south and follow the signs. www.1838rendezvous.com

    Events for the remainder of the weekend follow…

    Friday, July 5
    Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 8 a.m  – 12 p.m. at theShooting Range
    Hawk & Knife re-entry 9am-5pm at the Hawk & Knife Range
    Seminar – Beaver Trapping on the River 10 a.m.
    Seminar- Trapping other fur bearers 11 a.m.at the River
    Seminar – Fire Making with Flint and Steel, etc. 1 p.m.

    Seminar – Teepee Lore at Segundo Campsite 2 p.m.

    Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Shooting Range

    Seminar-Learning to throw the hawk and kniffe at the Hawk and Knife range 3 p.m
    Seminar – TBA 4 p.m.
    Council Fire, Prize Awards, Entertainment 8:30 p.m. at the Council Fire

    Saturday, July 6
    Calcutta – Auction @ Roost 9 a.m.
    Calcutta Shoot – immediately following Auction at the Shooting Range

    Seminar – Beaver Trapping on the River 10 a.m.
    Seminar- Trapping other fur bearers 11 a.m.at the River
    Seminar – Fire Making with Flint and Steel, etc. 1 p.m.

    Seminar – Teepee Lore at Segundo Campsite 2 p.m.

    Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Shooting Range
    Seminar-Learning to throw the hawk and kniffe at the Hawk and Knife range 3 p.m
    Seminar – TBA 4 p.m.
    Council Fire, Prize Awards, Entertainment 8:30 p.m. at the Council Fire
    July 7 Sunday Location
    Church Services 9 a.m. at the Council Fire
    Closing Ceremonies 10 a.m. at the Council Fire

    For updated schedule www.1838rendezvous.com

     

ON THE CALENDAR: Fourth of July Around Wyoming

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FORT LARAMIE:  Old Fashioned Fun on the Fourth

Our current issue profiles the fun to be had at Fort Laramie this Fourth of July! All day long, enjoy history, fun & games — visit our current issue for more details! CLICK HERE

CODY:  94th Annual Cody Stampede

Cody’s major event of the year with rodeos, parades, fireworks and family entertainment.

7:00 a.m. Cody Runner’s Stampede
5K walk, 5K & 10K run—begins at Recreation Center
9:30 a.m. Stampede Parade – Cowboys, Indians & Thieves (Mainstreet) 2013 Theme – Cowboys, Indians, Lawmen, and Thieves! 2013 Grand Marshal is Craig Johnson author of the Longmeir book series that has been made in to an A&E TV show.
10–5 p.m. Wild West Extravaganza
Arts, Craft & Food Show (City Park)
11–1 p.m. Elk’s Lunch
(BBQ Beef Sandwiches, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Coleslaw) $6.00
11–2 p.m. BBQ at Eagles Lodge (Public Welcome)
11–4 p.m. VFW Display of Guns, Vietnam
11–4 p.m. VFW WWII Memorabilia & BBQ Burgers,
Brats & Dogs with Fixings $5.00
12:00 p.m Freedom Bell Ceremony VFW Post
1–4 p.m. Entertainment
5:00 p.m. Cody Stampede PRCA Rodeo
Gates open @ 3:00 (Stampede Park on Cody’s West Strip)
10:00 p.m. Fireworks—Cody Skylighters

LIVE MUSIC
City Park
12:00 Stomp & Company 1:00 Triple C Cowboys
2:00 Sid Hausman 2:30 Wilson Family Band
3:30 Cimarron 4:30 Susan Parks
4:30 Dennis Jay

Wild West Extravaganza – To get a booth for this craft fair located next to City Park, please contact Becky Kinkade at 307-578-7040.

LARAMIE:  Freedom Has a Birthday

Laramie’s annual Fourth of July celebration draws thousands to Washington Park, all day long! Beginning at 9:30 AM, enjoy live music, food, lots of people and a great time to be had by all!

DUBOIS:  “Hats Off to America” Theme for Dubois Fourth of July Parade

The Dubois parade is unique with its spectacular scenery as the backdrop to this charming western town.

With all the 4th of July parades going on, it’s difficult to decide where to go. The Dubois parade is unique with its spectacular scenery as the backdrop to this charming western town. It includes just about every group of folks who live and work in Dubois as well as the town’s past and present. It is diverse and includes the dude ranching culture as well as the schools, churches, civic organizations, local groups and clubs. Below are events for the Fourth of July and the days adjacent:
Schedule of events:July 3–National Bighorn Sheep Center 20th Birthday Party – FREE “BRAT”LUNCH @noon (till food is gone). 307-455-3429July 3 – Boot Scootin’ Into Summer with Jan Marrou 6:30 p.m  at The Rustic Pine 307-455-2430July 4 – Kiwanis Kid’s Games in City Park -11 a.m. 307-455-2269.July 4 – Parade – 2 P.M. Starts at Town Park. THEME: “Hats Off To America” 307-455-2556

July 4 –Cub Scout’s Annual “Ducky” Race in Horse Creek (After the parade.)

July 4 – Fireworks at dusk.

July 5 – Rodeo – 8 P.M. Clarence Allison Memorial Arena.  307-262-6094

July 6- Rodeo – 8 P.M. Clarence Allison Memorial Arena.  307-262-6094

July 7 – Dubois Chamber of Commerce Chicken BBQ at Town Park. 4-8 p.m. 307-455-2556 or 307-455-3320 $12. Local entertainment.

CASPER:  Casper Events Center Hosts Fourth of July Event

Good Morning Tonight 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Another Lost Year 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Jalan Crossland 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Aquile 8:45pm – 10:00pm

The BIG FIREWORKS SHOW IN THE SKY will start at approximately 10:00 pm. The Official Fireworks Festival soundtrack will be broadcasted on 104.7 KISS-FM, 107.9 The River, K2 Radio, Rock 96.7, My Country 95.5, and AM 1400, ESPN Radio – all Townsquare Media Stations.

Pursuant to City Park regulations, no glass containers and no alcohol will be permitted to be carried onto the premises. Coolers, food and beverages are permitted. The beer garden will have a service area available. Must be 21 years of age or older and show a valid photo ID to enter the serving area. Gates to the grounds of the Casper Events Center open at 4:00 pm. Admission is $10 per vehicle, $5 per motorcycle, and $5 per bicycle and pedestrian. All gate admission is on a CASH ONLY basis. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Casper Events Center  Box Office at 307-577-3030 or at 800-442-2256 or online at www.CasperEventsCenter.com.

RIVERTON:  1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous

Riverton, WY – The annual re-enactment of the 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous will be held this year from July 3rd to the 7th.  This year marks the 175th anniversary of the original rendezvous.  This rendezvous is the only re-enactment located on the actual historic site. One is walking in the footsteps of such great trappers and traders such as Jim Bridger, Kit Carson, Joe Meek, Andrew Drips, William Drummond Stewart, Moses “Black” Harris, and others.

This year’s fun starts on the Wed. the 3rd at 3 pm with a parade down Main Street in Riverton, followed by opening ceremonies at 5 p.m. with a free dinner and Native American dancing to follow. Thursday, Friday and Saturday will see the normal black powder shooting, hawk ‘n knife competitions and numerous seminars centered around the fur trapping era.  This year there will be more traders than usual as the national rendezvous will be the next week in Laramie. This gives visitors a chance to “shop til they drop”.

The organizers pride themselves on having a “beginners” or “teaching” rendezvous with the seminars offered. Saturday will be set aside as a family day with a great number of activities for kids and “non” participants in the rendezvous.  There will be seminars on fire starting with flint and steel, dutch oven cooking, flint knapping, Teepee set-up and organization, various trapping methods, historical information about the era, and many others.

To find the rendezvous, travel east on Monroe off of Federal Blvd to Smith Rd. turn south and follow the signs. www.1838rendezvous.com

July 3-7, 2013
Held on the Original 1838 Rendezvous Site in Riverton, WY

Seminars on “skills & history” of early fur trade era
Primitive & Tin Tipi (modern) Camp Areas
Black powder / Hawk & Knife competitions
Vendors dealing in pre-1840 Trade Goods

Wednesday, July 3
Parade: Main St. beginning @ Bank of West 3 p.m.  Main St., Riverton
Opening Ceremonies 5 p.m. at the Parade grounds
Wind River Heritage Ctr Cook-out @ Roost 6 p.m. at the Roost
American Indian Dances 7 p.m. at the Roost

Thursday, July 4
Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Shooting Range
Hawk & Knife re-entry 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Hawk & Knife Range
Seminars – TBA
Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 2 p.m.-5 p.m. at the Shooting Range
Booshway Camp Carry-in Dinner 6 p.m. at the Roost
Council Fire, entertainment 8:30 p.m. at the Council Fire

Friday, July 5
Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 8 a.m  – 12 p.m. at theShooting Range
Hawk & Knife re-entry 9am-5pm at the Hawk & Knife Range
Seminar – Beaver Trapping on the River 10 a.m.
Seminar- Trapping other fur bearers 11 a.m.at the River
Seminar – Fire Making with Flint and Steel, etc. 1 p.m.

Seminar – Teepee Lore at Segundo Campsite 2 p.m.

Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Shooting Range

Seminar-Learning to throw the hawk and kniffe at the Hawk and Knife range 3 p.m
Seminar – TBA 4 p.m.
Council Fire, Prize Awards, Entertainment 8:30 p.m. at the Council Fire

Saturday, July 6
Calcutta – Auction @ Roost 9 a.m.
Calcutta Shoot – immediately following Auction at the Shooting Range

Seminar – Beaver Trapping on the River 10 a.m.
Seminar- Trapping other fur bearers 11 a.m.at the River
Seminar – Fire Making with Flint and Steel, etc. 1 p.m.

Seminar – Teepee Lore at Segundo Campsite 2 p.m.

Shooting Range open: public/re-entry shoot 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Shooting Range
Seminar-Learning to throw the hawk and kniffe at the Hawk and Knife range 3 p.m
Seminar – TBA 4 p.m.
Council Fire, Prize Awards, Entertainment 8:30 p.m. at the Council Fire
July 7 Sunday Location
Church Services 9 a.m. at the Council Fire
Closing Ceremonies 10 a.m. at the Council Fire

For updated schedule www.1838rendezvous.com

LANDER: 119th Pioneer Days Parade & Rotary Buffalo BBQ

Pioneer Days Parade — 10 AM Lander Main Street

The annual Rotary Buffalo Barbecue will be Thursday, July 4, 11 am-2 pm at Lander City Park. The menu consists of buffalo bratwurst w/sauerkraut or grilled onions, buffalo hamburgers, hot dogs, coleslaw, corn on the cob, chips, soda and water.

Cost is $7 in advance or $8 at the gate on July 4. Proceeds benefit local Rotary projects. Tickets are now available at the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce, 160 N 1st St.

ROCK SPRINGS: Parks & Rec Department Fireworks

The Rock Springs Parks & Recreation Department will once again be hosting Wyoming’s Largest Fireworks Display over the Wataha Recreation Area in 2012.The Fireworks show will commence at 10:00pm. Events leading up to the fireworks include the FireWhacker golf tournamentconcerts,contests, local food vendors and we will also broadcast the synchronised music into the Wataha Rec Area for all who attend to hear. Begins at 10 PM!

EVANSTON: Fresh Air, Freedom & Fun Festival

Join our friends in Evanston at the annual Independence Day Fresh Air, Freedom & Fun Festival. Food, fun, games, and music for your enjoyment in Hamblin Park.  Check the July calendar of events for dates and times. Annual 4th of July fireworks are always displayed on the 4th.

CHEYENNE: Fourth of July Events at Frontier Park

Cheyenne Frontier Days and the City of Cheyenne have released the Fourth of July celebration schedule at Frontier Park.

  • 5:30 p.m. Frontier park opens
  • 6:00 p.m. Music by Country Club Band
  • 7:30 p.m. Intermission
  • 8:00 p.m. Tops in Blue- the Air Force’s Entertainment Showcase
  • 9:35 p.m.  Fireworks

All events are free and open to the public. Parking is free as well. Fireworks other than the professional show are not permitted on Frontier Park.

TEN SLEEP: 67th Annual 4th of July Parade & Rodeo

67th Annual 4th of July Parade and Rodeo in Ten Sleep!! Parade at 10 am, rodeo at 1. Country roundup: craft fair in the Ten Sleep park 9-2

EVANSTON:  Uinta County Veterans Board Mud Races — Saturday, July 6, Uinta County Fairgrounds

SHERIDAN:  Big Horn Equestrian Center Fireworks — Gates open at 4:00!

 

 

MADE IN WYOMING: Eberle Wear

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This week we are featuring Eberle Wear of Casper, Wyoming

Matt Buhler, Eberle Wear  Casper, WY 307-277-1561  eberlewear@gmail.com  www.eberlewearjewelry.com 

Matt and his wife were on a getaway weekend fishing in the Yellowstone/Beartooth Mountains.  Fishing is a big part of the Buhler’s life and they take their three kids with them as a family activity.  While on that trip, his wife was looking as some earrings in one of the stores and said it would be very cool to have fishing earrings. “You never see them and I would love some,” she said.  Matt loves making things and ran with the idea and created several options. His wife gave them a yes or no and that was the beginning of Eberle Wear.

Eberle Wear is a family business.  The Buhlers operate it out of their house and Matt has a room dedicated to the production of earrings.  He hand makes each one while his wife is in charge of quality control, marketing and promotions.  Matt manages the website and both Matt and his wife work on processing orders.  Even the kids help out by assisting with the earring cards, attaching stickers/pricing, etc.

Eberle Wear welcomes custom orders.  They can use any fly pattern out there and attach them to gold, silver or antique brass earring hooks.  Where the custom order really becomes apparent is the spinner earrings.  Eberle Wear can custom make the flies using colors of anyone’s school, favorite sports teams or just their favorite colors.  Based out of Casper, Eberle Wear has all the high school colors as well as the University of Wyoming colors.  Both Matt and his wife graduated from UW and wanted to show their Poke spirit so they have brown and gold earrings.  People can send their own flies/lures, however it is easier to contact the Buhler’s and let them know what fly pattern or spinner colors are wanted and Eberle Wear can produce them. 

Prices are very reasonable at $15 – $18; pricing for custom orders may vary.  The easiest way to purchase Eberle Wear products is by visiting their website at www.eberlewearjewelry.com.  Eberle Wear has a standard set of fly and spinner earrings through an online store.  People can also contact them via email at eberlewear@gmail.com or by phone at (307) 277-1561 to place an order.  If anyone is interested in custom orders, email and phone are the best ways to contact them.

 

 

 

Eberle Wear is named after Matt’s wife Eberle which is a family name; it was only appropriate since Eberle came up with the idea.  Eberle Wear will eventually be expanding into other types of jewelry including bracelets/anklets but wanted to test the market first.  These earrings were designed to add a touch of the great outdoors to any setting. 

MADE IN WY: Scrap Tree

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This week we are featuring Scrap Tree Etched Glass Images of Laramie, WY

Scrap Tree LLC dba Scrap Tree Etched Glass Images, Joe Hageman 1305 S 3 Laramie, WY 82070 307-745-5141  scraptree@qwestoffice.net

Decades ago, Joe did custom etching on glass items, such as creating factory original looking etching of window designs in older model cars as well as logos and scenes for cabinet doors.  After becoming licensed to use the trademarked Wyoming logos, Joe decided to start sandblasting those into various glass and metal items.

Scrap Tree Etched Glass Images purchases the glass items, like  wine glasses, mugs, oil lamps, picture frames, pitchers and olive oil decanters, from other companies.   Joe repurposes the liquor decanters for different brands of liquor from local taverns.  Each piece is done one at a time with the Wyoming Bucking Horse and Rider logo.

At this time, Scrap Tree Etched Glass Images only uses the trademarked logos, but the method of displaying the design looks better on different items.  For instance, leaving the Bucking Horse and Rider logo clear with a blast pattern around it looks nicer on the chimneys of oil lamps and on Jack Daniels bottles.  It looks better on wine glasses and Crown Royal bottles if the image itself is the only blasting on the item.  Some are best with several small ones bucking around the item and they can be made to match the customer’s taste. This is also true for the Stainless Flasks and Zippo lighters.

Scrap Tree is the only company to offer this type of sandblasted Wyoming product in so many varied items.

The best way to purchase Scrap Tree etched glass products is to stop into the store.  They have many in stock ready to sell and unique one-of-a-kind items.  They can also ship most items.

The price range is between $9.99 and up depending on the item.  Large picture frames and custom sets of glassware and bar sets are priced on request.

Scrap Tree Etched Glass Images is part of Scrap Tree LLC, which is a scrapbooking and rubber stamping store with a full line of those products, and carries many party items. There is no other store like the Scrap Tree.

 

 

ON THE CALENDAR: June 20, 2013

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It’s summer in Wyoming!!! So that means that there are TONS of events, activities, things to do…and we’re going to do our best to stay on top of it all! If you see something we’ve missed, shoot us a line at editor@wyolifestyle.com!

JUNE

CASPER:  NIC Fest June 28-30:  This annual event brings people from all over the state to discover regional artists. Be sure to visit this renowned museum at the same time… Visit their website for more details, as well as lots more summer happenings.

GILLETTE:  Donkey Creek  Music Festival June 28-30:  Gillette, known as “Donkey Town” once — and thankfully renamed by Edward Gillette, railroad engineer, has held this annual event since 2006. Lovingly named after the area’s Donkey Creek and held at Gillette College, the festival continues to bring great groups and sound. Visit their website for more information!

image courtesy 307 Live

JACKSON:  Summer Crawfish Boil June 23:  The 8th Annual Jackson Hole Crawfish Boil is set for Sunday June 23,2013. It is a family friendly community event that will be taking place at Snow King Ball Park this year. We are ordering 1500 pounds of live crawfish from South Louisiana and having 40-50 gallons of red beans-n-rice prepared by Sweetwater Restaurant. Doors open at noon with 7 bands to follow. All the bands that are playing are from the Jackson Hole area. Tickets are $20 and will include all-you-can-eat crafish, red bean-n-rice, and live music for the day. They will be available at the Town Square Tavern and online at 307live.com!

SWEETWATER COUNTY:  Flaming Gorge Days June 27-29

Began in 1977, Flaming Gorge Days was started as a way to raise money for a Fourth of July fireworks display for the city of Green River. Since then, it’s become a festival of music and fun for the whole area! Check our their website for more info on their 2013 lineup!

CHEYENNE:  Celtic Festival June 27-29

Music, dancers, workshops, food and…GUINESS, what else?! Check out this annual cultural phenom held at the Train Depot in Cheyenne! Check our their website for more info!

GILLETTE:  Gillette Speedway Saturday June 22

Looking for some excitement on Saturday? Head to Gillette Speedway for side-by-side mud drag races at 1:00 PM!!!

 

JULY

LARAMIE:  Jubilee Days is coming!  Click here for the schedule of events from LJD & Downtown Laramie

 

ROCK SPRINGS:  International Day July 14:  Travel hounds seeking a cultural experience need look no further than Rock Springs, Wyo.’s, International Day, July 14 in Bunning Park.

Rock Springs, nicknamed the “Home of 56 Nationalities,” hosts the free event, which celebrates the rich and diverse cultural heritage in Sweetwater County. It is the only ethnic festival of its kind in Wyoming, so visitors won’t want to miss it! This year’s 14th annual festival features a wide range of local, regional, and international entertainment, activities for kids, exotic foods and unique vendor items.

Performers from various parts of the world provide a smorgasbord of music and dance entertainment throughout the day and include the following acts.

  • Native Dave Pedri and his EIO band kick off the festivities with polka favorites and reappear for an encore later in the evening.
  • Another local, Tony Corona will serenade guests in the park with his strolling accordion tunes.
  • International dancers of the Basque Club of Utah bring on the Basque beats.
  • The Duna Dancers represent countries around Eastern Europe’s Danube River.
  • The Zavala family of Mariachi Z invites spectators to kick up their heels with traditional Mexican folk music.
  • Zivio, an ensemble from Salt Lake City, presents a medley of movement and music from the Balkan region.
  • Finally, from Park City, Utah, the Irish rock band Swagger brings the evening to a crescendo with an energetic rug-cutting performance that promises to end the day’s festivities on a high note.

For more information call the Rock Springs Chamber at 307-362-3771. (content via Sweetwater County Tourism) 

 

SHERIDAN:  Wyo Rodeo July 6-14:  Join thousands of rodeo fans in Sheridan for the 83rd annual event! This awesome festival includes rodeo, music, and tons of FUN! Check out their website for more info!

 

ALL SUMMER LONG

SHERIDAN:  Polo Games Kick Off! Local polo teams in action, with  tournaments every Sunday from June 16 through August 25. The games in June (one game each Sunday) are at 2:00 pm. The games in July and August (two games, back to back, each Sunday) are at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. In addition, the teams are playing practice games every Wednesday and Friday at 3:00 and 5:00 pm and every Saturday at 10:00 am. Spectators are welcome, with no admission charge. There are bleachers for seating, but also feel free to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. No dogs, please. For more information, contact “Perk” Connell at (307) 674-4928 or visitwww.thebighornpoloclub.com.

CALENDAR: Laramie Jubilee Days is coming!

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We’re always proud to feature Laramie Jubilee Days & Downtown Laramie in our summer issues of Wyoming Lifestyle Magazine, and we wanted to give the upcoming calendar an additional shout out! Here are the events coming up as well as those for Downtown Laramie…

Saturday, July 6:  Kids Horse Show, Albany County Fairgrounds (9 AM)

Sunday, July 7:  Ranch Rodeo, Albany County Fairgrounds, Sponsored by Laramie GM Auto Center (10 AM)

Tuesday, July 9:  Junior Bull Riding, Albany County Fairgrounds, Sponsored by Laramie Ford (7 PM)

Wednesday, July 10:  WY State Celebration, WY Territorial Prison & State Historical Site (11 AM – 2 PM); Carnival, Downtown Laramie (evening); Mr. T Calcultta, Albany County Fairgrounds (5 PM); Mr. T Bull Riding, Albany County Faigrounds (7 PM)

Thursday, July 11:  Street Closures Begin, Downtown Laramie (noon); Carnival, Downtown Laramie (3-11 PM); Flaming Gorge Jalapeno Eating Contest, Downtown Laramie (5:30 PM); Downtown Beer Tent Open, Downtown Laramie (5-11 PM); Last Chance Team Roping, Albany County Fairgrounds (6 PM); The Flashbacks, Dowtnown Laramie Stage (6:15-8:15 PM); Live Music TBA, Downtown Laramie Stage (8:15–)

Friday, July 12:  Jeff Thompson Memorial Pancake Breakfast (8-10 AM); PRCA Rodeo Slack, Albany Cty Fairgrounds (7 AM); Carnival, Downtown Laramie (noon — ); Downtown Beer Tent Open, Downtown Laramie (2-11 PM); Farmers’ Market, Downtown Laramie (3 PM); Barely Gettin’ By, Downtown Laramie Stage (3:30-6:30 PM); PRCA Rodeo Performance, Albany Cty Fairgrounds (6:30 PM); Downtown Street Dance to Narrow Gauge, Downtown Laramie Stage (8-11:45 PM)

Saturday, July 13:  Hospice Toodeloo 5K Run/Walk, 1st Street/Greenbelt (8-10 AM)Parade Downtown Laramie (10 AM); Downtown Beer Tent Open, Downtown Laramie (10-11:45 PM); Laramie Cowbelles BBQ, Downtown Laramie (noon); ACPE Ice Cream Social, ACPE Parking Lot (noon); Rotary Horseshoe Tourney, Washington Park (noon); Alice Wallace, Downtown Laramie Stage (noon-3 PM); Carnival, Downtown Laramie (noon–); Downtown Laramie Brew Fest, Depot Park (1-6 PM); Queens Luncheon, Holiday Inn (1:30 PM); Barely Gettin’ By, Downtown Laramie Stage (4-7:15 PM); PRCA Rodeo Performance, Albany Cty Fairgrounds (6:30 PM); Downtown Street Dance to Richie Law & the Southern Routes Band (8-11:45 PM)

Suncay, July 14:  WPRA Barrel Racing Slack, Albany Cty Fairgrounds (8:30 AM); PRCA Rodeo Performance, Albany Cty Fairgrounds (1 PM)