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WYOMING FIRST: Gaukel Grown & Ground

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This week we are featuring Gaukel Grown & Ground of Keeline, WY (between Lusk & Douglas on Hwy 20)

Kevin & Julie Gaukel 322 Divide Road  Keeline, WY 82227 (307) 334-3252

sales@gaukelwheet.com     www.gaukelwheat.com

The Gaukel family has been growing quality grains in the heart of Wyoming wheat country since 1914. The Gaukels are fourth generation farmers and ranchers. Kevin spends many hours of “tractor time” giving him great opportunities to think. It was during one of these trips around the field that an idea came to him! They were expecting their third child and needed to find a way to increase their revenue with the resources they had available. At the time bread machines were becoming increasingly popular. Kevin decided that they should offer their wheat in pre-packaged, convenient mixes directly to the consumer. So in 1999, Gaukel Grown & Ground was established near Keeline, Wyoming, which allowed the Gaukels to bring their award winning grain straight from their Wyoming wheat field to your home.

Today people are striving to lead a healthier lifestyle, and the Gaukels are helping them reach their goals. They stone grind their wheat, leaving it as healthful as the Lord intended. The Gaukels take pride in their all-natural whole wheat products, which stand apart from others by the way they are processed. Stone grinding leaves the wheat kernels whole allowing the wheat germ to be retained. This gives their whole wheat mixes a higher source of fiber and other nutrients.  The Gaukel family not only plants and harvests their annual crop of wheat; they clean it, grind it, mix and package it.

In 1999, Gaukel Grown & Ground began with only 3 products. Now the product line has expanded to offer 14 different whole wheat choices to meet the desires of your family as well as satisfying your gift giving needs.  The following products sold individual or in 3 unique gift sets:  Pancake Mix, Muffin Mix, Italian Herb Bread Mix, Multi-Grain Bread Mix, Wheat-n-Raisin Bread Mix, Whole Wheat Bread Mix, Doughnut Mix, Cracked Wheat Cereal, and Whole Wheat Flour.  It’s convenient, prepackaged, and nutritious with a home-grown taste. Preparing stone ground whole wheat is a slow process, but it ensures a quality of flour that we are sure you’ll enjoy. The coarseness of the texture is determined by how far apart the two stones are set. They can grind cake flour fine or just pop the kernel open. Since very little heat is generated, all the nutrients come through.

Gaukel Grown & Ground now offers two convenient packaging options. The Kraft bag with tin-tie closure is available for wholesale customers in the grocery industry, as well as for regular customers for their own personal consumption. New to their packaging line is a hand-made cloth pouch, using coordinating country style fabrics. This packaging choice is available for wholesale customers in the gift industry, as well as for customers purchasing the mixes for special occasions. The Gaukel daughters, Kaitlin and Kylee, sew these unique, one of a kind, cloth pouches.

If you’re looking for a gift with country flair, try one of their “Bouquet of Flours” today!

One of the gift sets are sure to be perfect for any occasion: thank you, birthdays, anniversaries, special holidays, house warming party, secret pals, hostess gifts, pastor’s appreciation, or a well-timed pick me up . . .

Our Daily Bread Bouquet – The best selling gift set! It features all 8 of their mixes served in a very stylish, yet practical, 8 quart stainless steel bowl with a large wire whisk.

Breakfast Bonanza Bouquet – Four mouthwatering mixes served with the same touch of country in a 5 quart stainless steel bowl with a medium wire whisk – featuring our Pancake, Muffin, Doughnut, and Wheat-N-Raisin Bread Mixes.

Build Your Own Bouquet – You choose the arrangement of “flours”! Select from any 3 mixes (some exclusions apply) in a 3 quart stainless steel bowl with a small wire whisk.

Enjoy Gaukel Grown & Ground’s home grown goodness and modern convenience. Look for their products in specialty shops and grocery stores throughout the nation.  They direct ship for all your holiday and gift giving needs!  They’ll even include a gift card expressing your personal sentiments.

Gaukel Grown & Ground products are currently not available in Cheyenne, but they certainly would love to be.  People can go to their favorite grocery or gift shop and ask them to begin carrying their product line today!

Gaukel Grown & Ground’s focus is actually two-fold. They strive to provide quality whole wheat products to their customers while educating America’s youth about the importance of agriculture. The Gaukels reach their minds and their hearts through “Living Classrooms”, Ag Expos, and national speaking engagements.

Since its inception in 1999, Gaukel Grown & Ground has cooperated with the Niobrara County Cattlewomen and the Niobrara County School District to provide agriculture education to the youth in the area.  Annually, the Niobrara Cattlewomen host an Ag Exp for the 4th and 5th grade students, and Gaukel Grown & Ground participates to educate children in the basics of food production.

The Gaukels also host a tour of their ranch for 3rd and 4th graders. They turn their ranch into a “Living Classroom” with sessions focusing on sustainable agriculture, conservation of land and resources, and urban and rural partnerships to name a few topics. Students see first-hand how wheat is grown, processed, and turned into a variety of foods. The Gaukels have hosted school districts throughout Wyoming for this one of a kind learning experience!

In, 2006, they also began teaching workshops during the Black Hills Conservation Camp located at Mallo.

2007-State, Regional, & NATIONAL Home-Based Business Champion of the Year!

After winning the Wyoming title, Gaukel Grown & Ground was named the United States Small Business Administration’s 2007 Region VIII Home-Based Business Champion Award winner. They were selected from amongst an elite group of entrepreneurs and community leaders representing Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming. They were fortunate to then advance to win the NATIONAL title!


 

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ON THE CALENDAR: November 30, 2012

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LARAMIE: UW Art Museum’s Happy Holidays Laramie

A community celebration of arts and beautiful Christmas trees and holiday decorations is on display at the UW Art Museum from 10:30 A – 3 P Saturday, December 1. Visit Santa and enjoy the beautiful music provided by Laramie’s groups!

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CHEYENNE: Holiday High Tea @Nagle Warren Mansion

This historic home is decked out in traditional Victorian fashion while Jake Martin regales you with holiday music on the antique concert grand piano. The tea menu fills a 12-foot dining room table and is served by costumed waitresses. You will sit at individual tea tables set with fine English china and silver service.

 

 

 

 

 

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CHEYENNE: Holiday House 2012, Women’s Civic League

The 44th Annual Christmas House is held at the home of Steve and Pat Caldwell — 2900 Carey Avenue, Cheyenne. Hours Open:  Friday, November 30, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 1, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Please note the new end time on Saturday!) ; Home Tour: $6.00 per person Children 5 and under Free  Tickets will be Available at the Door

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CODY: Holiday Open House, Buffalo Bill Historical Center

From 10 A – 5 P December 1, the Buffalo Bill Historical Center celebrates the holiday season with its annual, FREE event day filled with festive decorations, Santa Claus, and entertainment.

LANDER: Christmas Tree Lot Supports LVHS Band

The Lander Valley High School Marching Band is sponsoring the Community Christmas Tree Lot at the Ace parking lot, 485 Main St., featuring better trees from a new tree farm! There will be a beautiful selection of Fraser Fir, Douglas Fir, Colorado Blue Spruce, Black Hills Spruce, Michigan Grand Fir and Scotch Pine. Weekday hours are 4-8 pm; Saturday hours are 9am-8pm; and Sunday hours are 9am-6pm. Open through December 24. Come support the LVHS award-winning band! Free hot cocoa and apple cider. Optional delivery for a small donation. Contact landerbandboosters@gmail.com with any questions.

RIVERTON: Knights of Columbus Holiday Craft Fair

The Knights of Columbus Riverton Community Christmas Craft Fair will be Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Margaret’s School, 220 N 7th E, Riverton. Come see local vendors and artisans!

EVANSTON: Uinta County Christmas Craft Fair

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ROCK SPRINGS: 15th Annual Holiday Lighted Parade

December 1, 5:30p.m., head to Downtown Rock Springs for this annual holiday favorite! Make sure you stop by  Christmas in the Park at Bunning Park and the Festival of Trees at the  Broadway Theater before and after the Parade with your donations!!! Santa will make a special appearance in the parade, and Cookies and Cocoa will be served at the Rock Springs  Historical Museum and at various locations along the parade route. Catch a live broadcast on KQSW 96.5 if you can’t make it!

SHERIDAN: Christmas Trees of Love Lighting & Open House

December 2, 4-5:30 P. Annual event provided by the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, giving residents an opportunity to purchase a light to be put on the hospital’s Christmas Trees of Love in memory or honor of a loved one. During the open house, the trees will be lit and refreshments will be served. Taesub Kim, nursing student at Sheridan College, will be playing the piano. The lights are $5 each – white lights to memorialize a deceased love one, green lights to honor a relative or friend, and red lights to honor a child or a pet. With the $5 donation, the Auxiliary sends a card to the honoree or the family informing them of the dedication. Donation forms are available at the hospital front desk or at www.sheridanhospital.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trail End State Historic Site

SHERIDAN: Trail End State Historic Site Open House

Sheridan’s popular historic museum comes alive with the sights, sounds and scents of Christmas all rolled into one three-day event. Featuring nine performances by local musicians. For more information, 307-674-4589 or visit at 400 Clarendon Avenue in Sheridan or www.trailend.org.

GILLETTE: 2012 Campbell County Parade of Lights

Gillette Main Street presents the 2012 Campbell County Parade of Lights — December 1, 5:00 PM, Downtown Gillette. This year’s theme will be : Coal County Christmas!

CASPER: Candlelight at the Fort — Fort Caspar

An unforgettable evening exploring the past. You will experience 19th century frontier life by candlelight with army, pioneer, and mountain men reenactors. Enjoy cannon demonstrations, cookies and hot chocolate, and hands-on children’s activities. Step back in time with the Museum’s exhibitions: “Images of Black Wyoming,”focusing on African Americans in the West and “Color on the Plains,” featuring Northern Plains Indian objects.  Visit Fort Caspar’s website for more information.

PINEDALE: Holiday Farmers’ Market

Don’t miss the Holiday Market at the PAC, Sunday Dec 2, 1pm to 4pm. Door prizes, gift wrapping, holiday music in addition to these awesome goodies for sale — Gift Baskets, Essential Oils, Beehive Cheese, Homemade Cleaning Supplies, Fresh Farm Eggs, Organically Raised Grass Fed Ground Beef, Holiday Wreaths, Willow Decor, Baked Yummalicious Goods, Ceramics, Wyomatoes, Wyobasil, Spices, Teas, Jewelry, Western Lamps, Positively Posh, Miche and gads more!

ON THE TABLE — WYOMING SPECIALS & FOODIE NEWS…

LARAMIE: ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE, LOVEJOY’S BAR & GRILL SPECIALS

ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY:

chorizo pizza An appetizer sized pita pizza topped with chorizo sausage, pepperjack cheese, tomatoes, jalapeños and Anaheim peppers. 7.
grilled chicken breast Brushed with an apple honey glaze. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and asparagus. 12.
pan seared cod Wrapped in nori and served over rice noodles with spicy sesame soy sauce, carrots, green onions, bok choy and mushrooms. 14.
curry spiced sirloin Eight ounces of Certified Angus Beef®, rubbed with curry spices and grilled to your liking. Paired with a coconut Thai chili risotto with basil and sweet soy sauce. 18.

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panini special Thin sliced black forest ham, fresh bell peppers, tomatoes and muenster cheese stacked on a multi grain bun drizzled with sundried tomato vinaigrette. Served with your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or a dinner salad. 8.5
alfredo pizza Italian pizza crust brushed with alfredo sauce and topped with grilled chicken breast, mushrooms, spinach and melted mozzarella cheese. 8.5

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DUBOIS: Taste of Dubois to Begin in December

Dubois Main Street will be hosting the first in a series of ‘Taste of Dubois’ dining events on December 8th. The series will feature 5 or 6 Dubois restaurants, one restaurant at a time, throughout winter and spring. Look for ads and e-mail announcements soon for more information.

 

KIRBY: Wyoming Whiskey Launches!

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December 1 Wyoming Whiskey launches with an open house and lots of fun…we’ll be there, hope to see you too!

 

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WYOMING FIRST: Bare Body Soaps Organics

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This week we are featuring Bare Body Soaps of Douglas, Wyoming

Rosanne Muncy PO Box 749   Douglas, WY 82633   307-359-1263  customerservice@barebodysoaps.com  www.barebodysoaps.com

 

Inspired by the fresh air & wide open spaces of Wyoming, Rosanne Muncy wanted to make natural soap for her family of 11 (yes, hubby and 9 kids.)  She wanted to avoid the kids growing up using toxic products.  After putting the idea on hold for awhile, a dear friend’s 16 year old daughter died from cancer and they were having a fundraiser. Rosanne wanted to be able to make something that she could sell and give some of the profits to the Children’s Hospital where Janelle died.  So, she picked up the soap making books and learned.  Every year Rosanne donates to the CHOC Walk at Disneyland for Children’s Hospital of Orange County.  She has also donated to Laramie Peak Humane Society in Douglas, and to Clean the World (an organization that recycles soap and distributes it to people in need around the world).

Rosanne handcrafts affordable and luxurious soaps with certified organic oils, essential oils, and botanicals to produce vegan and cruelty-free soaps.  Bare Body Soaps Organics is committed to the environment, using sustainable and fair-trade ingredients and eco-friendly packaging made from recycled paper.

Rosanne makes soap using the old-fashioned, cold-process method.  She does not “cook” her soap because she wants the healing and moisturizing qualities of the oils & botanicals she uses to remain.  She uses only certified organic oils of extra-virgin olive oil, coconut oil and palm oil. The palm oil used is sustainably sourced so it does not deplete habitats like some palm oils do.  Rosanne does not use any fragrances, petroleum products, or any harmful ingredients.

Bare Body Soaps Organics two best sellers, Organic Green Tea & Lemongrass Soap, are made with organic green tea which gives the soap a dark green color. Rosanne adds the tea leaves for flecks of darker color within the soap. The Organic Lavender Soap, Rosanne’s personal favorite, is made with crushed lavender buds for gentle exfoliation and scented with lavender essential oil.  Women and men alike love this — they like that it is “scratchy” to get the dirt off.

Customers can make special orders and Bare Body Soap Organics also has gift sets. They make custom soap favors for weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, etc.

People can find Bare Body Soap Organics at Grandma’s Attic in Cheyenne and Country Come Home right outside of Cheyenne.  Bare Body Soap Organics are also sold in many towns in Wyoming and across the nation.  You can also find the soap products through Triple Crown Commodities. Bare Body Soap Organics are also available via their website:  www.BareBodySoaps.com; there is flat-rate shipping of $6.

Bare Body Soap Organics products are all-natural and made with care.  In fact, the company  motto is “We Care for What’s Bare.”  Rosanne loves making soap that nourishes the skin and is an affordable luxury.  They make great gifts and stocking stuffers because everybody needs soap. She is very dedicated to using environmentally friendly packaging that is made from recycled paper and is recyclable.  The gifts sets come in wooden crates so they are eco-friendly too.  Rosanne is proud to be a certified business with Green America and is certified at the Gold Level.  All of Bare Body Soap Organics products are certified vegan and cruelty free.

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ON THE CALENDAR: November 9, 2012

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LARAMIE: Zonta Presents “Wyoming Chic” Nov 9

CHEYENNE: Cheyenne Depot Museum Holiday Event

It’s never too early to start planning for holiday shopping! On Saturday, November 24th (10 am to 8pm), head to the Cheyenne Depot Museum for  holiday fun! See Santa, have some hot coco and shop til you drop!  Visit their website for more information on the depot & the museum, as well as their annual events!

CODY: Sleeping Giant Snow Fest 2012

Saturday, November 10 beginning at 7:30 AM, get prepared and energized for the upcoming season! All events take place at the Stock Activity Center (next to Cody High School gymnasium):

Pancake Breakfast 7:30 – 10:30

Cody High School Ski Swap 10:00 – 3:00

Ski Movie 6:00 pm
Call 307-250-7710 — and visit http://www.skisg.com/index.php for more info on Sleeping Giant!

SHERIDAN:  CHRISTMAS STROLL IS COMING!

The big stroll event is Friday, November 23 … but the Stroll button hunt continues until Christmas Eve. Stroll buttons will go on sale at the participating businesses the week of November 5. Visit the Sheridan Chamber of Commerce website for more information and more special events!

ROCK SPRINGS: Home & Holiday Show at Sweetwater Events Complex

The holidays are drawing near! We’re ready for this weekend’s Home and Holiday Show — with free admission.! The show opens on Friday 11/9 from 5pm to 9pm, Saturday 11/10 from 10am to 6pm and Sunday 11/11 from 10am to 3pm.
Sweetwater Events Complex There are a few spaces available. Contact Debi at 307-382-0710 or 307-752-5359

CHEYENNE: Arts & Crafts Fair

ARTS AND CRAFTS SALE

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH AT GRACE UNITED METHODIST2950 SPRUCE ST.

FROM 8AM – 4PMWE HAVE A WIDE VARIETY OF ITEMS AVAILABLE SUCH AS:

CANDLES SOAPS JEWELRY TO SUIT EVERY TASTE PAPERCRAFTS

JOURNALS WOODCRAFTS CHILDREN’S BOOKS PILLOWS, and much more with OVER 20 VENDORS!

WE WILL BE SERVING A HOMEMADE SOUP AND SANDWICH LUNCH FROM 11AM-2PM. COFFEE, TEAS AND OTHER BEVERAGES AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

COME OUT AND SUPPORT THE LOCAL ECONOMY AND PURCHASE MANY ONE OF A KIND GIFTS FOR THOSE ON YOUR LIST! HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!

DOUGLAS: 5th Annual Chamber Cowboy Christmas

 

CASPER: Big Band Dinner Dance

Tickets are now on sale for Casper College’s 8th Annual Big Band Dinner Dance, “Hot Tunes, Cool Moves” featuring both big band and Latin dance music. The dinner dance will be held on Saturday, November 10 in the Grand Ballroom at the Parkway Plaza.

This year’s dance will not only feature popular big band tunes performed by the Casper College Big Band, but will also feature Latin jazz performed by the Casper College Latin Jazz Combo. In addition, free 15-minute dance lessons for both styles will be offered to all attending, according to Jerome Fleg, Casper College woodwind instructor and director of the Casper College Big Band.

Neeraj Mehta, Casper College percussion and Latin music instructor will direct the Latin jazz combo, and Paula Flynn will guest solo on two songs with the big band.

Doors and the cash bar will open at 5:30 p.m. This year’s buffet dinner will feature not only roast beef and a full buffet, but also a tapas bar and will begin at 6 p.m. Dancing will begin at 7 p.m.

Ticket prices are $35 per individual or $50 per couple. For those wishing to dance only, tickets are $10 per person and will be available at the door. Reservations for the dinner dance must be made by Wednesday, Nov. 7 by contacting the Casper College Music Department at 268-2606, 800-442-2963, ext. 2606, or via email. Big Band Dinner Dance Student “Dance Only” tickets are available for $5.

ON THE TABLE — WYOMING SPECIALS & FOODIE NEWS…

LARAMIE: ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE, LOVEJOY’S BAR & GRILL SPECIALS

ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY:

lamb burger Third pound lamb patty topped with melted white cheddar cheese, stone ground mustard aioli, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served on a marbled rye kaiser. 9.

baked mac & bleu cheese Chicken, spinach, mushrooms and ziti pasta tossed in a creamy bleu cheese sauce. Topped with olive tapanade. 14.5

twelve ounce new york strip Twelve ounces of Certified Angus Beef®, grilled to your liking and served with roasted Yukon Gold potatoes and Poblano pepper shrimp seasoned with butter and garlic. 24.5

grilled chicken breast Paired with sundried tomato mashed potatoes and finished with an orange basil pesto. 12.

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LOVEJOY’S BAR & GRILL:

buffalo chicken dip Creamy cheese dip highlighted with shredded chicken breast, buffalo hot sauce, ranch seasonings and gorgonzola crumbles. Served warm with toasted bread and fresh carrots and celery. 6.5

new york strip sandwich Seasoned and slow roasted New York strip, sliced thin and tucked in a hoagie with sauteed bell peppers, onions and a horseradish garlic butter sauce. Accompanied by your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or dinner salad. 9.

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DUBOIS: Taste of Dubois to Begin in December

Dubois Main Street will be hosting the first in a series of ‘Taste of Dubois’ dining events on December 8th. The series will feature 5 or 6 Dubois restaurants, one restaurant at a time, throughout winter and spring. Look for ads and e-mail announcements soon for more information.

ROCK SPRINGS: Liquor Depot Presents “A Taste of the Holidays”

Liquor Depot’s “A Taste of the Holidays” is fast approaching! On Wednesdsay, November 14, 2012 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm,  come join them for a night of holiday fun including beer, wine, and spirit tastings, food from The Bayou Smokehouse Grill, prizes, and shopping with direct sales vendors such as Scentsy and Pink Papaya, to name a few. Pick up an adult beverage (or 2) for the holidays! See you at Liquor Depot for “A Taste of the Holidays!”

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ON THE CALENDAR: October 12, 2012

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LARAMIE:  Fall Bridal Expo by Wyoming Weddings, October 21

Head to the UW Hilton Conference Center for our Laramie Bridal Expo — Fall Edition! 1-4 PM, with fashion shows by Mountain Valley Bridal and all sorts of information from area wedding professionals. If you’d like a booth, contact us at editor@wyolifestyle.com!

JACKSON:  Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club Ski Swap, October 27

The Ski Swap is an annual fundraising event hosted by the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club.  Local and regional vendors as well as local ski enthusiasts will be selling new and used Alpine, Nordic and Snowboard equipment and clothing.  If you have gear to sell or need something for the upcoming season, this is a great opportunity! Heritage Arena, Teton County Fairgrounds, 430 W Snow King Ave in Jackson. Drop off Friday, October 26 from 12 – 7 P. Saturday October 27 7:30A-8:15A Early Bird admission $10 ($5 with Ski Club Membership Card).  8:15 A – 1P — Doors open to public, general admission $1 (free with Ski Club Membership Card). Ski Club Memberships will be for sale at the door for $30 and provide hundreds of benefits and discounts at local businesses throughout the winter season. Pick up Saturday, October 27, 2-4P. Visit this link for contact info for more information:  http://www.jhskiclub.org/ski-swap-october-27-2012

ROCK SPRINGS:  Rock Springs Urban Renewal Agency/Main Street Pumpkin Patch through October 27

The Rock Springs Urban Renewal Agency (URA)/Main Street Program will be hosting their annual Pumpkin Patch again this year, starting on October 1 and running every day until October 27.

This year patch will include 22,000 lbs of pumpkins along with gourds, squash and other fall harvest and the ever-popular Giant Pumpkin!  This family filled atmosphere will have food, local vendors, face painting, games for the kids and opportunities for photos. There will be a professional photographer Saturdays from 12-2pm to capture a family moment or you can take all the pictures you want with your own camera!

Proceeds from the event benefit the URA’s Renewal Fund which assists with grants to downtown businesses, the Downtown Pocket Park, Freight Building renovations, downtown business recruitment and many other projects. If you have any questions, please contact the Rock Springs URA office at (307) 352-1434.

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LANDER:  Lander Lions Club Apple Sale, through October 31

The Lander Lions Club is now taking orders for their annual Apple Sale. Choose from Fuji, Gala, Cameo, Honeycrisp and Jonagold. A 38-pound box is $36 and a 1/2 box is $19. Apples must be ordered and paid for before Oct. 31. To order, contact any Lander Lions Club member or:  Wyoming National Bank (685 Main St., Lander); Furry Friends (116 Chittim Road, Lander);  See Brenda at Lander Senior Center; Valley Automotive (7854 Hwy 789); Call the Tappan’s at 332-7164 or the Durfey’s at 332-5578. Pick up your apples at 230 Christina Dr. (behind Alco) on Saturday, Nov. 3 or Sunday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. They will deliver in Lander area, if requested. Proceeds from this sale benefit Lander Lions Club charitable projects.

CODY:  Wild West Brew Fest at The Terrace Restaurant & Bar, October 20, 5 PM

Sample home-brewed beers, microbeers, and beer-inspired food. Judge’s Choice & People’s Choice Awards will be bestowed. Interested in home brewing? You can’t miss this event! Held at The Terrace Restaurant & Bar, 525 W. Yellowstone Ave. Tickets are $25 and available at the Cody Chamber or at the door. Call 307-587-5868 for more information!

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LARAMIE:  Pumpkin Dunkin, Laramie Recreation Center, October 26

Join the Laramie Recreation Center for their 7th annual Pumpkin Dunkin event, held October 26th, 5 – 8 pm in the Recreation Center Leisure Pool. This event is full of festive fall family fun! Pick out your favorite pumpkin from their aqua-pumpkin patch and have your kids enter the pumpkin creation contest. This event is free with a membership or daily admission pass. Pumpkins may be taken home for $4 each, limit one pumpkin per person.

TORRINGTON;  Eastern Wyoming Arts Council presents Allison Sage, October 28

On October 28 at 7 PM, Allison, a member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe from the Wind River Indian Reservation and Northern Arapahoe Eagle Drum Society, will demonstrates Native American traditional singing using a hand drum. She’ll also explain the meaning of the various songs.

Held at Eastern Wyoming College Fine Arts Auditorium; tickets are $15 if purchased by October 26, $20 at the door. Tickets available at the EWC Community Office Tebbet 134, Pinnacle Bank and the Goshen County Chamber of Commerce. Call EWC at 307-532-8213 with questions.

SHERIDAN:  WYO Theater Gala presents “Anything Goes”, October 20

From Sheridan Chamber of Commerce:  The WYO Theater’s Annual Fundraising Gala features the musical “Anything Goes”, winner of three 2011 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical. Cole Porter’s classic stars your favorite local talent in an unforgettably fun and willfully silly musical. As the SS American heads out to sea, two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love … proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise, and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Peppering this hilariously bumpy ride are some of the musical theatre’s most memorable standards, including “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “It’s Delovely,” and of course “Anything Goes.” The October 20th performance is the big gala event, with hors d’oeurves and drinks preceding the performance. Doors open at 6:00 pm, curtain at 7:30 pm. Tickets for the gala evening are $100 per person. For more information and to purchase tickets (when available), contact the WYO Theater box office at (307) 672-9084 or online at www.wyotheater.com. Encore performance will be October 25-28.

CASPER:  Sesame Street Live at the Events Center!
A treat for the little ones! Tuesday, October 16 at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, October 17 at 10:30 am (Kids’ Matinee Special); Wednesday, October 17 at 6:30 pm. Tickets:  $18, $22, $27 Gold Circle, and $52 Sunny Seats; Special Kids’ Matinee Group Pricing:  $12 for Groups of 10 or more (excluding Gold Circle and Sunny Seats). Click here for ticket purchasing.

IN FOOD NEWS…

ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY WEEKLY SPECIALS, LARAMIE

shrimp diablo Sauteed shrimp tossed with spicy marinara sauce and served over fettuccine. Topped with a sprinkle of asiago cheese. 12.5

steak special Eight ounce cut of Certified Angus Beef® sirloin, tenderized, flour dusted and braised in beef broth and red wine. Topped with sauteed bell peppers, onions and tomatoes and served over a side of creamy mashed potatoes. 18.

ancho chicken pizza Amber ale pizza crust brushed with a spicy tomato sauce and topped with ancho spiced chicken, fresh jalapenos, Anaheim peppers, red onions, tomatoes, garlic and melted mozzarella cheese. 8.5

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ON THE CALENDAR: October 5, 2012

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LANDER: LANDER ART CENTER OKTOBERFEST October 7

From 5-9:30 PM at the Museum of the American West (Red Barn and Schoolhouse), enjoy music and lots of fun! Tickets $10, kids 12 & under are free.  Click here!

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK:  October 7- 13

It’s Fire Prevention Week! Time to make sure you have “two ways out” when it comes to escaping your home in the case of a fire. It’s also a time to thank our Wyoming Fire Departments and Volunteers for all the amazing work that they do! Visit the NFPA website for more information on fire safety — and thanks to the Douglas Volunteer Fire Department for reminding us about the importance of this week!

CASPER:  Paws 2 Help Benefit Auction October 6

Paws2Help Foundation (a Casper 501c3 that helps homeless animals financially with medical care) is having an auction at John Jaap Auctioneers Saturday beginning at 10a on October 6. Click here for the link!

LARAMIE:  Fall Bridal Expo by Wyoming Weddings, October 21

Head to the UW Hilton Conference Center for our Laramie Bridal Expo — Fall Edition! 1-4 PM, with fashion shows by Mountain Valley Bridal and all sorts of information from area wedding professionals. If you’d like a booth, contact us at editor@wyolifestyle.com!

CASPER:  Wyoming Women’s Expo, October 5-6

Head to the Events Center for a great weekend of Wyoming Women’s topics and fun! Visit their website for more details – and be sure to stop by the Table Mountain Vineyards booth and the Wyoming Beef Council’s booth to say hello — and tell them we sent you!

AND IN FOOD NEWS…

HUNTLEY: Table Mountain Vineyards turns purple!

Harvest season is in the works at Table Mountain Vineyards in Huntley! Click here to check out some images from one of the hardest working companies in Wyoming… And stay tuned to their Facebook page for information on their upcoming TV appearance!

LOVEJOY’S SPECIALS — DOWNTOWN LARAMIE

nacho pizza Eight inch pizza crust topped with seasoned chicken or ground beef and a drizzle of nacho cheese sauce, then baked. Garnished with crushed tortilla chips, tomatoes, olives, jalapeños, green onions and sour cream. 8.5

chicken pepperjack pasta Sauteed chicken breast, red bell peppers and sliced mushrooms tossed in a creamy pepperjack cheese sauce and served over cavatappi pasta. Garnished with fresh tomatoes and parsley. Served with your choice of a small garden salad or a cup of soup. 11.

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ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY SPECIALS — DOWNTOWN LARAMIE

appetizer special Fried chicken livers tossed with balsamic vinegar and honey and served on micro greens. Paired with blue cheese and crostini. 7.

orange chicken Savory orange chicken breast pan seared with paprika and mustard. Served with creamy mashed potatoes and asparagus. 12.

sirloin special Eight ounce cut of Certified Angus Beef®, rubbed with cumin and garlic and topped with sauteed bell peppers, onions and avocado butter. Served with jalapeno mashed potatoes. 18.

mediterranean pizza Amber ale pizza crust brushed with olive oil and topped with salami, capicola ham, banana peppers, green onions, Greek olives, mozzarella and asiago cheese. Garnished with fresh herbs. 8.5

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ON THE CALENDAR: September 21, 2012

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A look at events coming up throughout the state…

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SUNDANCE:  SUNDANCE TRAIL RUN, SEPTEMBER 22

Check out the website for schedule and lots of info on this annual run, an ultra distance event included in the popular Black Hills Trail Running series.

LARAMIE:  WYOMING BUSINESS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMBER 2 — REGISTRATION DEADLING OCTOBER 1!

Presented by the Wyoming Business Council and the University of Wyoming College of Business, the level one seminar is a valuable opportunity for business education. Contact Cyndi Garretson-Weibel for more information:  cyndi.weibel@wyo.gov.

CHEYENNE:  WYOMING BROADBAND SUMMIT OCTOBER 23

Wyoming Governor Matt Mead, U.S. Congresswoman Cynthia Lummis, the Wyoming Business Council and the Wyoming Department of Enterprise Technology Services invite you to the Wyoming Broadband Summit at the Little America Hotel and Convention Center in Cheyenne Oct. 23, 2012. Join the effort to address broadband expansion, adoption, innovation and opportunities to build a faster, connected future for Wyoming. For more information, contact Troy Babbitt, Enterprise Broadband Coordinator, Wyoming Department of Enterprise Technology Services, at 307.777.5648 or email troy.babbitt@wyo.gov.

LANDER: LANDER ART CENTER OKTOBERFEST October 7

From 5-9:30 PM at the Museum of the American West (Red Barn and Schoolhouse), enjoy music and lots of fun! Tickets $10, kids 12 & under are free.  Click here!

 

LARAMIE: ALWAYS A COWBOY8K/5K SEPTEMBER 22:  The Wyoming cross country teams will participate in the 11th annual “Always a Cowboy” 8k run/5k walk Saturday at 9 a.m. at Undine Park in Laramie.

The event is an annual race held in memory of the eight Wyoming cross country student-athletes whose lives were taken on September 16, 2001. Undine Park is located at 5th Street and Ord in Laramie.

Prizes will be awarded, and everyone has a chance to win raffle prizes. Entrance fees are $20 before 5 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 19, and $25 after the 19th leading up to the race. A registration form is available — click here.

All proceeds are donated to the University of Wyoming cross country and track and field programs.

FOOD NEWS — WHAT’S COOKING ACROSS WYOMING…

JACKSON:  Jackson Whole Grocer 5th Annual Harvest Festival — see the image below for more information!

HUNTLEY: Table Mountain Vineyards turns purple!

Harvest season is in the works at Table Mountain Vineyards in Huntley! Click here to check out some images from one of the hardest working companies in Wyoming… And stay tuned to their Facebook page for information on their upcoming TV appearance!

LARAMIE: Altitude Chophouse & Brewery and Lovejoy’s Bar & Grill Specials

LOVEJOY’S SPECIALS:

chipotle chicken sandwich Sliced chicken breast brushed with chipotle sauce and topped with applewood smoked bacon, melted cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato. Served on a kaiser with your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or dinner salad. 8.5

pizza special Eight inch Italian pizza crust topped with capicola ham, salami, spicy Italian sausage crumbles, marinara sauce, Italian seasonings and melted mozzarella cheese. 8.5

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ALTITUDE CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY:

appetizer special Sundried tomato and goat cheese dip, served warm with toasted focaccia bread. 6.5

marinated salmon Fresh salmon drenched in a mildly spicy soy and pineapple marinade and baked on a bourbon soaked cedar plank. Served over white rice with asparagus. 16.5

new york strip Twelve ounce cut of Certified Angus Beef®, rubbed with rosemary, oregano and garlic and grilled to your liking. Served with roasted Yukon Gold
potatoes and balsamic marinated tomatoes. 21.5

grilled shrimp Spiced with a fragrant blend of tumeric, cumin, cayenne and coriander. Served over sweet and spicy coconut rice with a garnish of almonds and candied ginger. 14.

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WYOMING FIRST: Best of the West Productions

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We are thrilled to team with the Wyoming Business Council to feature a Wyoming First business every week on our blog! Wyoming First is a program that promotes Wyoming member businesses. Visit their website (click here) to learn more about this service — and if you are a Wyoming business who’s not a member, be sure to inquire about membership! There are many benefits!

 This week, we are featuring Best of the West Productions of Cody, Wyoming:

Jack Peterson, President/Owner jack@thebestofthewest.net   www.longrangestore.com

Best of the West Productions (BOTW) initially formed in 2003 as a hunting television production company, formerly known as Bridger Trails Video.  Their specialty was long range hunting and the system of choice was a 7mm Magnum with a Leupold VariX 3 scope.  As BOTW used these systems, they found various shortcomings and began developing their own high quality custom gun and a rifle scope that incorporates ballistic information in a turret-reticle design.  In 2007 BOTW rolled out the Huskemaw 5-20×50 rifle scope with a custom calibrated turret that matched a specific load in a specific rifle to a specific elevation and temperature.  This rifle scope was the first of its kind and, with BOTW proprietary software, was able to precisely calculate a bullet’s trajectory in specific environmental conditions.  BOTW could also precisely calculate the amount of wind deflection that would occur and give shooters the means of compensating for wind drift.

The BOTW philosophy, which flies in the face of philosophies that have stood for generations, was not welcomed in the hunting community: (1) Bullet performance is more important than velocity; (2) Ethical hunting can occur beyond 300 yards and even at extreme ranges; (3) Compensating for wind drift is not a guessing game.  BOTW television series was the means to prove all were wrong.  They demonstrate time and time again that shots at extreme ranges are possible with this technology.

As news began to spread, Best of the West emerged as the Long Range Hunting Authority.  The success of the television series has led to the online retail store, LongRangeStore.com, which carries gear featured in the show, and a custom ammunition product line, which is specifically for extended ranges.

Featured products: Huskemaw Blue Diamond 5-20×50 rifle scope ($1,349), Huskemaw Blue Diamond 3-12×42 rifle scope ($999). Products can be purchased from LongRangeStore.com or 130 dealers located across the country.  A map of dealers is located at HuskemawOptics.com. Long range rifle systems can be custom ordered.

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BLACK DOG ANIMAL RESCUE IN CHEYENNE HAS A DOG IN NEED!

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Can you help Jordyn? More information on Jordyn follows, sent to us by Britney of Black Dog Animal Rescue in Cheyenne. She is in need of a super loving home!

Hello friends,

I am sending this e-mail today in the hope that you will forward it to all of your friends, family, and co-workers and encourage them to do the same. We have a dog in rescue who has the most sorrowful tale and she really needs to find a loving, forever home.

Jordyn is now a 6 or 7 year old. She still moves around great and has plenty of energy, though she’s not a wild dog at all. We believe she is a boxer and Doberman cross, and she has the softest, most beautiful chestnut fur.

Not because she has behavioral or physical problems, Jordyn has been in and out of the BDAR family for 5 years. She was among the first dogs our program rescued.

The first time she was adopted, Jordyn’s people flew here on their private jet and took her home to leave on a ski resort in MT. We heard from them once when they told us she had been hit by a service vehicle but had recovered satisfactorily.

2 ½ years later, Jordyn was picked up as a stray in Ft.Collins, and traced back to us by her microchip. When we picked her up, it was apparent she had recently undergone major surgery and she was covered in patches of shaved hair and had apparent suture lines all over her body. She looked a little like Frankenstein, all pieced together. When we called the people in MT who had adopted her, we were informed she had been given away some time before. The person they gave her to left us only a voicemail saying she had been attacked by a mountain lion and that they gave her away to someone else afterwards because they didn’t believe they could keep her safe. The shelter in Ft.Collins attempted to contact the 3rd owners who apparently lived there and they explained they had had Jordyn only two days and that while walking her on leash a stray dog approached them and initiated a fight. They were afraid and novice dog owners and decided it was best to “set Jordyn free” on the streets ofFort Collins. No, I am not making this up!

Jordyn came back to BDAR and went back into foster care. She had a long stay, about 6 months. Then last fall, she was adopted again by a local family. This family kept her nearly a year but then returned her when she developed mild urinary incontinence, which is easily maintained by a daily medication that costs next to nothing to purchase.

She went into foster care again. And despite having had a pretty awful life so far, she continues to be an outgoing, friendly dog. But, once again she is facing a move. Jordyn’s foster sibling has taken exception to her and has attacked her on several occasions, warranting at least one trip to the emergency vet. She cannot stay in her foster home as the stress is too much for her and the other dogs.

What Jordyn needs now is an adoptive home. And a really, really good one. This dog needs spoiling rotten, a soft place to lie down, and someone who can overlook her scars and missing teeth.

If you know someone like this who can offer her a great home, please have them contact bdar@bdar.org, or 307-214-6600. Thanks!.

Here is Jordyn’s Petfinder link with pictures. Please share.  http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20414529

Thank you to all of our animal rescue friends across Wyoming that do such great and selfless work for animals… If you know of someone who can help Jordyn, please contact Britney — or us, and we can forward you onto Britney!

 

ON THE CALENDAR: July 26, 2012

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CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS — JULY 20-29

The Daddy of ‘Em All wraps up this weekend! Enjoy parades, exhibitions, concerts, carnival, and of course….RODEO!!! It’s an event that brings thousands to Southeast Wyoming annually — and definitely one not to miss. http://www.cfdrodeo.com/home/ 

CROOK COUNTY FAIR & RODEO, SUNDANCE & HULETT — JULY 21 – 29

Head over to Sundance for the Crook County Fair & Rodeo! Sheepdog Trials happen July 23; A horse show will be held Saturday, July 21 at the Hulett Arena at 8:30 AM. Fair events kick off on July 25 and run through July 29. Click here for schedule.

THIRD ANNUAL WY KIDS EXTREME CAVE EXPLORATION ADVENTURE — SINKS CANYONE STATE PARK — AUGUST 11

Applications are available for the Third Annual Wyoming Kids eXtreme Cave Exploration Adventure at Sinks Canyon State Park, Aug. 11. Through the Wyoming Kids Xtreme program, developed by the Wyoming Division of State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails, kids will get the chance to participate in real cave exploration. On August 11, State Park employees will take kids and their parents on a tour of a Sinks Canyon State Park cave. Tours will begin in one-hour intervals beginning at 9 a.m. Applications are available on-line (CLICK HERE) and must be turned in by August 8. Once the application is accepted, participants will be notified of their time slot for the Cave Adventure. For more information, please contact Christie Christensen at 777-2416, or emailChristie.christensen@wyo.gov.

WHAT FEST — RIVERSIDE, JULY 27-28

The festival took a big move this year — 350 miles to be exact. The festival is moving from Clark, WY to Riverside, WY, featuring acts from all across the state in all genres from hip hop to bluegrass to ska to funk to country to folk to punk to rock to americana. With such close proximity to the front range, they’re also excited to feature eight of the finest acts from Colorado. Check out their website for more information: http://whatfest.com/news/introducing-what-fest-2012

OYSTER RIDGE MUSIC FESTIVAL — KEMMERER, JULY 27-29

Check out this 19th annual event, featuring the Wyoming State Flatpick Guitar Championship and the Wyoming State Fingerpick Contest as well as fabulous bands from throughout the country. As the festival says:  “We are a coalition of non-profit organizations dedicated to providing some world class entertainment for those adventurous souls who wander down to our little corner of Wyoming.” Visit their website for more info:  http://www.oysterridgemusicfestival.com/

 

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BEAR TRAP SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL — CASPER, AUGUST 4-5

Names such as the Marshall Tucker Band and Jackson’s own Screen Door Porch are coming together to create another fun event on Casper Mountain. Check out the website for more info on this fun annual event… http://beartrapsummerfestival.com/

 

CONCERTS ON THE COMMONS — TETON VILLAGE, THROUGH AUGUST 12

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has put together an all-star lineup for this year’s Concerts at the Commons, with bands such as Thievery Corporation and The Black Lillies.  Gather your friends and family and come enjoy free, outdoor music at the base of the Tetons this summer!  July 29: Jam to Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers (with Benyaro as support); August 5: Check out The Silent Comedy   Click here for more information from Jackson Hole Central Reservations!

SWEETWATER BLUES ‘N BREWS — ROCK SPRINGS, AUGUST 11

This year’s event is Saturday, August 11 starting at high noon! Bunning Park in Downtown Rock Springs. See you there!

WYOMING’S BIG SHOW — ROCK SPRINGS, JULY 26 – AUGUST 5

From the National High School Rodeo to Wyoming’s Big Show, the Sweetwater Events Complex is BUSY this summer! Check out the Sweetwater County Fair line up! http://www.sweetwaterevents.com/WyoBigShow.aspx

 

100TH WYOMING STATE FAIR — DOUGLAS, AUGUST 11 – 18

The State Fair this year is going to be an even more awesome event, as Wyoming celebrates its 100th fair! Click here to check out the website for more information — parades, rodeo, concerts, carnival, exhibitors, LOTS of fun for the whole family!

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FARMER’S MARKETS — ACROSS WYOMING!

We’d love to promote your local farmer’s market — email us at editor@wyolifestyle.com so we can create a blog post just about the awesome markets that exist throughout Wyoming!

NATIONAL ELK REFUGE CELEBRATES 100 YEARS

National Elk Refuge Manager Steve Kallin is pleased to announce an exciting line-up of programs scheduled for Friday, August 10 through Sunday, August 12 to celebrate and honor the Refuge’s 100-year history. The weekend of centennial celebration dates were selected to coincide with the historic date of August 10, 1912 when an Act of Congress set aside lands “for the establishment of a winter game (elk) reserve in the State of Wyoming, lying south of the Yellowstone Park…”

Centennial activities will kick off at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 10 at the Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, located at 532 N. Cache Street in Jackson. Visit our blog post on the event for more information and a detailed schedule. Pick up our brand new issue of Wyovore to read about the Shinn family’s winter adventure in the National Elk Refuge on a sleigh ride!

GRAND ENCAMPMENT MUSEUM LIVING HISTORY DAY — ENCAMPMENT, JULY 28

The Grand Encampment Museums Living History Day is this Saturday July 28, 10-3 featuring Richard Gould presenting Horse Hair Hitching!

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NEWS FROM THE PARKS: Climber Dies from Fall on Middle Teton

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GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK NEWS RELEASE

A climber fell to his death on the Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park on Sunday, July 22, 2012. Justin Harold Beldin, age 27 of Benicia, California and two climbing partners had summited the 12,804-foot mountain and were beginning to descend the peak about noon when the accident occurred.

Another group of climbers near the summit of the Middle Teton saw Beldin fall from sight toward the Northwest Couloir side of the ridge that separates it from the Southwest Couloir. They hailed Beldin’s companions—who were already working their way down from the summit via the Southwest Couloir—to alert them of the situation. Beldin’s climbing partners did not witness the accident, but upon hearing of his fall, they tried to catch sight of him down the Northwest Couloir. They yelled out his name in hopes of getting a response, but received no answer in return.

A member of the climbing party that witnessed Beldin’s fall called the Jenny Lake Ranger Station directly by cell phone at 12:09 p.m. to notify park rangers of the incident. Rangers immediately began to mobilize a response, and summoned a Teton Interagency contract helicopter to conduct an aerial reconnaissance flight in order to ascertain Beldin’s location on the Middle Teton. Rangers saw Beldin during that over flight and determined that he likely suffered fatal injuries in a fall of approximately 1,000 feet.

An approaching thunderstorm forced the ship to land and wait for better weather. Unfortunately the storm worsened, causing rangers to postpone their attempt to reach Beldin. An off-duty ranger at the Lower Saddle hiked to a high point where he could view Beldin. Due to weather conditions, rock fall, and the nature of the terrain, if was unsafe for him to attempt to reach the victim in the couloir.

Rangers made preparations to reach Beldin’s body on Monday morning when favorable weather and more stable environmental conditions might allow rescue personnel to safely access the steep and loose-rock terrain of the Northwest Couloir.

Heavy fog delayed an aerial recovery operation on Monday morning. However about 10:30 a.m., four rangers were inserted by helicopter to the landing zone at the Lower Saddle of the Grand Teton. They climbed to where Beldin came to rest after his fall and prepared his body for evacuation from the peak. Beldin’s body was turned over to the Teton County coroner at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 23.

Although originally from California, Beldin had been living in Victor, Idaho since April and working in Jackson, Wyoming. He only recently teamed up with his two companions to make the climb. One of his partners had been acquainted with him since April; the other climber only met him on Sunday morning.

Beldin carried an ice axe with him on the climb; however, he was not wearing a helmet.

The Middle Teton is one of the most popular climbs in the Teton Range and is often reached via the Southwest Couloir. The rock climbing section of the Northwest Couloir is rated a 5.6 on the Yosemite Decimal System—a set of numeric ratings describing the difficulty of climbs. There is also a snow and ice section of the couloir that is rated a 3 on the Alpine Ice numeric rating scale.

This marks the fourth fatality in the Teton Range this year. Earlier, two backcountry skiers were killed in an avalanche on Ranger Peak on March 7, and a climber fell to his death on Teewinot on July 12.

ON THE CALENDAR: July 4th across Wyoming

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FIREWORKS DISPLAYS IN WYOMING:

Rock Springs, July 4th @10 PM :  http://www.rswy.net/egov/apps/events/calendar.egov?path=03&action=details&id=1561&fDD=-0

Casper, July 4th  — Fireworks Festival 2012:  http://www.casperwy.gov/ParksRecreationandEntertainment/CasperEventsCenter/EventsCenterCalendar/tabid/764/vw/3/ItemID/1133/d/20120704/Default.aspx

 

FIREWORKS CANCELLATIONS:

Snow King show, Jackson:  http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/395b559f3c8c4acb924a5701841c54b4/WY–Wildfires-Fireworks

Ucross show:  http://www.ucrossfoundation.org/

Laramie “Fire in the Sky”:  http://laramielive.com/

Douglas:  http://www.cityofdouglaswy.com/

 

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LARAMIE’S FREEDOM HAS A BIRTHDAY — JULY 4, 10 am – 4 pm — Enjoy Laramie’s 22nd birthday celebration of America’s freedom! This free event offers food, fun and music for the entire family and all ages. Thousands flock to Laramie’s Washington Park all day — don’t miss another great event! Click below for more information…

http://www.freedomhasabirthday.com/page1.html

 

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CODY — RUNNER’S STAMPED 5K/10K:  http://www.yellowstonecountry.org/index.php?option=com_pctc_events&Itemid=69&act=events&task=details&event_id=50

 

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FORT LARAMIE — OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY:  Check out this fun annual event! Cannons firing, history, fun and food — how much more can you ask for?! Check the link for more information… http://www.nps.gov/findapark/event-listing.htm?eventID=631852

RAWLINS — Jubilante Ensembles of Carbon County will perform a concert at The Old Pen in Rawlins at 8:00 p.m. July 4th. They also will perform earlier in the day at Laramie’s Washington Park band shell, at 2 p.m. Both cities have cancelled fireworks displays for obvious reasons.

LARAMIE — ALTITUDE’S & LOVEJOY’S ARE OPEN FOR THE FOURTH!

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Wyoming Woman: Nancy Curtis & High Plains Press Wins Award

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Congratulations to Glendo, Wyoming, book publishing company, High Plains Press, and owner Nancy Curtis, for winning two major book awards!

Actor Wes Studi presents the Lariat Award to High Plains Press Publisher Nancy Curtis.

The press was recognized in Albuquerque, on June 16, 2012, by Western Writers of America with the Lariat Award, which goes to a publishing industry professional for support of western books and authors. Publisher Nancy Curtis accepted the award from Wes Studi, who has starred in many movies including Geronimo in the motion picture Geronimo, Joe Leaphorn in the movie made from the Tony Hillerman book, and a role in Dances with Wolves.

The WWA website says: “Proving that neither location nor size affects good work, High Plains Press, which operates on a cattle ranch near Glendo, Wyoming, has won five Wrangler Awards from the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum for poetry, a Willa award and several Willa finalist awards from Women Writing the West, several finalist awards in the Western Writers of America Spur Awards, and finalists in the Ben Franklin Awards competitions. Publisher Nancy Curtis has also published several winners for book awards from the Wyoming Historical Society.”

This honor has only been bestowed six times. Previous awards have been presented to the University of Oklahoma Press, True West Magazine, Tom Doherty/Forge Books, Caxton Press, Dorchester Publishing/Leisure Books, and Luther Wilson University Press Director.

In April, Married into It, by Patricia Frolander, published by High Plains Press, won a Wrangler Award from the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. The award, a bronze based on the painting the Night Herder, was presented to Curtis in a black-tie ceremony by two grandchildren of John Wayne.

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ON THE CALENDAR: Memorial Day Weekend & Food News

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Memorial Day Weekend is upon us! What are your plans for the holiday weekend?

JACKSON — WILD WEST DAYS & OLD WEST BREW FEST

So here’s what our buddies at Snake River Brewing have to say about the Old West Brew Fest on Saturday (TOMORROW!):  “THIS SATURDAY on the Jackson Hole Town Square at 11:00am directly following the parade. Regional and national breweries unite under the HUGE tent with music, food and award winning beers. Come and join the fun! All proceeds go to underwriting the Old West Days weekend.”  Sweet!

The JH Rotary Wine Fest kicks off the weekend (that’s tonight!) You can get tickets at the door to the event, which is held at Snow King from 5-8 PM. On Saturday morning, the parade kicks off at 10 AM at Town Square, the brew fest kicks off at 11 AM, there are carriage rides available for a fee downtown…THEN, the Shoot Out will take place at 6 PM, and the rodeo at 8 PM — and that’s just on Saturday!

For more events, visit the event page by clicking here — via the JH Chamber of Commerce (who rocks!)

LARAMIE — RESTAURANT SPECIALS

Congrats to grads of Laramie High School, who are graudating TONIGHT! If you’re among the many celebrating families, you may want to head to Alititude’s & Lovejoy’s for their specials…

Lovejoy’s Specials:

buffalo shrimp salad — Spicy breaded buffalo shrimp served on a spinach salad with shredded pepperjack cheese, tortilla chips and your choice of ranch or bleu cheese dressing. 8.

pasta special — Slices of grilled steak tossed with sauteed mushrooms, onions and marinara sauce. Served over cavatappi pasta with a sprinkle of asiago cheese. Accompanied by your choice of soup or a dinner salad. 11.

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Altitude’s Specials:

appetizer special – Pita pizza — Pita bread brushed with olive oil and topped with smoked salmon and dill sour cream. 8.
pan seared chicken breast — Served over harvest rice with peaches. Finished with a blueberry sage sauce. 12.5
flank steak — Marinated with a lightly spicy blend of garlic, jalapenos, onions and cilantro, grilled to your
liking and topped with pico de gallo. Served with roasted bell pepper mashed potatoes. 15.
pasta special — Fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, black olives, capers and anchovies tossed with garlic, lemon and olive oil and served over ziti pasta. 13.

TODAY!!! Altitude will be adding new beers on tap!  Buffalo Jones – A Cascadian Dark Ale, and Cowgirl – A German Kolsch

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Wyovore: WY Food & Humanities News May 11

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Looking for a Mother’s Day gift? Check out Troll Beads — visit Blackberry Gift Shoppe in Downtown Casper for Troll Beads as well as tons of other great gifts for the favorite Mom in your life… 


WY-P-A — WYOMING’S COLLABORATION BREW — There’s No ‘I’ in ‘Beer’

If you missed our WY Food News blog on April 26, click here to read more about WY-P-A, Wyoming’s collaboration brew which is similar to an IPA. A joint effort between Wyoming’s breweries, the brew was created in Pinedale in late April. The participating breweries gathered and each contributed a portion of this historic compilation.  Now, on May 14, the brew will be served simultaneously at each participating brewery — and we’re excited to see the response! Altitude sent us some great images of the group in Pinedale, as well as their own Nathan Venner from the event…totally diggin’ the tux…

WYOMING CHRONICLE — Wyoming PBS Program features Wyoming Whiskey and WY-P-A

(Riverton, Wyo.)  – This Friday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. on Wyoming PBS, Wyoming Chronicle visits with Wyoming Whiskey COO David DeFazio, and Master Distiller Steve Nally about their obsession with creating the state’s first bourbon whiskey from all Wyoming ingredients, a spirit that is scheduled to make its first appearance in December of this year.

Next, Chronicle producer Richard Ager sits down with brew masters Steve Simpson from Snowy Mountain Brewery in Saratoga and Richie Strom from Wind River Brewing Company in Pinedale and talks about the collaborative effort taken by thirteen brew masters from across the state, including Lander, who gathered recently in Pinedale to create a single beer for Wyoming, WyPA, just in time to celebrate National Craft Beer Week, May 14-20.

Wyoming PBS is a non-commercial, educational institution and cultural resource dedicated to connecting and enriching Wyoming lives through innovative media. Wyoming PBS can be found on various channels across Wyoming; for more information, check local listings, or go to www.wyomingpbs.org for a complete schedule of channel numbers.

–Wyoming PBS

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CHEYENNE — Cheyenne International Film Festival 2012

The Cheyenne International Film Festival is about to begin! May 17-20, enjoy Wyoming productions and independent films. We’re also thrilled to be sponsoring the screening of Wyoming Triumph by KGB Productions in Jackson, Wyoming.  Click here for a trailer of Wyoming Triumph — this action-packed ski film takes viewers on a tour of Wyoming’s skiing destinations and locations.  Definitely one to check out!  Wyoming Triumph will be played as part of the Wyoming Showcase on Friday, May 18.  Also at the Wyoming Showcase, the winner of the Wyoming Film Office’s Short Film Contest will be screened.  This is a night of Wyoming film talent not to be missed!

LARAMIE — Lovejoy’s Specials

ham & turkey panini — Thin sliced black forest ham, turkey and melted Swiss and American cheeses stacked on toasted multi-grain bread spread with mustard. Served with your choice of fries, chips and salsa, creamy mashed potatoes, cottage cheese or dinner salad.

grilled sirloin — Six ounce sirloin, grilled to your liking and topped with a Worcestershire cream sauce. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, grilled bell pepper and onion skewers and your choice of soup or salad. 11.50

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