Healthcare Traveler - May 2008 - (Page 43)

I’ve had to get used to here. But I absolutely love the area’s wildlife, and the idyllic, country lifestyle I’m enjoying has been well worth the adjustment.” Kathy’s husband, Charlie, a high school teacher, accompanies her while he is off work and recuperating from back surgery. “When traveling with a spouse, the assignment location has to work for both people,” explains Kathy. “Possibilities should be discussed and agreed to before a contract is signed.” Kathy and Charlie’s miniature dachshunds, Peedie and Patti, travel with them, and the couple’s eight children and nine grandchildren make frequent trips to see them. Situated in the mountains, Rawlins is only a short drive from some of the most beautiful spots in the United States. Denver, Colorado, and Salt Lake City, Utah, for instance, are just 4 hours Weekend Edition Work on your swing The Rochelle Ranch Golf Course and its clubhouse are the results of a gift from two generous citizens. Green fees, Monday through Thursday, are $16 for nine holes, $25 for 18 holes, and $29 for the whole day. You can rent clubs for a reasonable $10, or take a 40-minute golf lesson for $25. www.rochelleranch.com Learn about local history Rotating exhibits at the Carbon County Museum depict life in the west, the rich heritage of cattle and sheep ranching, and more. Some of the items in the permanent collection include Tom Horn’s spurs and pistol, an original Wyoming state flag, a restored horse-drawn sleigh, and issues of the Carbon County Journal dating from 1879 to 1914. http://carboncountymuseum.com Soak your worries away The historic “Hobo Hot Pool” was once a favorite gathering place for Native American tribes and was believed to possess healing properties. Located in nearby Saratoga, Wyoming, the natural hot springs’ temperature ranges between 102 and 128 degrees. There is no charge to use the pool, which is open year round—24 hours a day, 7 days a week. www.saratogachamber.info Circle Career Card No. 620 www.healthcaretraveler.com May 2008 Healthcare Traveler 43 www.rochelleranch.com http://www.rochelleranch.com http://carboncountymuseum.com http://www.carboncountymuseum.com www.saratogachamber.info http://www.saratogachamber.info http://www.medicalexpress.com http://www.medicalexpress.com www.healthcaretraveler.com http://www.healthcaretraveler.com

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Healthcare Traveler - May 2008

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