Wyoming’s cultural heritage is far more vibrant and diverse than some classic Westerns suggest. From Evanston’s Chinatown to the melting pot of Rock Springs’ coal mining community, international influence played a critical role in building community and infrastructure during Wyoming’s early period…
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Rodeo may be Wyoming’s official sport, but skijoring is the state’s unofficial winter sport. It is a uniquely Western athletic and cultural phenomenon, sometimes called “cowboy skiing” by fans nationwide. But what is skijoring? Where can you watch this unique sport (or even participate in it…
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Open skies, open spaces, and the wildly wonderful Western backdrop make the Cowboy State an incredible place to visit, but for many famous people from Wyoming, it’s more like a way of life. Whether they call it their birthplace or moved later in life, many famous faces have called Wyoming home, and…
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From the richness of its history to the adventure of the present day, the Cowboy State is a must-see destination for the top events in the West – exciting and immersive experiences that leave you with lifelong memories. 15 Top Events in Wyoming Whether you’re looking to catch a rodeo…
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Imagine waking up to a warm cup of coffee and a clear view of rolling Western hills, grazing animals, and mountain peaks off in the distance. If that sounds like your kind of morning, you could use a getaway to a genuine cattle ranch. Not only do Wyoming’s many guest ranches and dude ranches let…
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Napa Valley has their wine. Louisville their bourbon. But Wyoming? Well, Wyoming has whiskey. Wyoming Whiskey is a staple among locals and visitors alike, and the bronze libation has never been more sought after. Whether you're looking for a literal taste of the cowboy culture, wanting to expand…
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The author behind Longmire might have set the hit series in a fictional part of Wyoming, but the wide-open, wild west feel of Absaroka County is anything but made up in the Cowboy State. Discover where author Craig Johnson drew his inspiration and plan a trip of your own to the real location behind…
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Oh, if the walls could talk. Fort Laramie National Historic Site would have some stories. Wild, western stories. Fort Laramie — called Fort William and Fort John in previous iterations — was originally established in 1834 as a fur trading post. A bastion of civilization in the middle of the…
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Wild horses have always been symbols of the West, living examples of a wide-open landscape and an untamed frontier spirit. Horses were first seen in this country about 10,000 years ago, but for unknown reasons became extinct. They were not seen again for another 9,000 years when the Spanish…
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