Wyoming Official Travelers Journal 2008 - (Page 57) CENTRAL Adventure/Activities CASPER EVENTS CENTER 1 Events Dr., Casper 82601 307.235.8441 • www.caspereventscenter.com A state-of-the art complex that is convenient, accessible and offers the best view in town. Rodeos, concerts, Broadway performances, trade shows, conventions, sporting events and major tours visit. 1801 E. Fourth St., Casper 82601 307.235.8383 • www.casperwy.gov A great indoor opportunity for lap swimming, classes or the leisure pool with water play features, large water slides, a lazy river or the whirlpool spa. Something for everyone. 904 N. Poplar St., Casper 82601 307.577.0310 ncsdweb.ncsd.k12.wy.us/planetarium/index.html Astronomy-related programs designed with the state and national standards in mind. Call for more information. 1801 E. Fourth St., Casper 82601 307.235.8383 • www.casperwy.gov The Recreation Center features a gym for basketball and volleyball, racquetball courts, weight room, fitness room, locker rooms, game room, indoor park and several multi-purpose rooms and meeting areas. 7078 Fairgrounds Rd., Torrington 82240 307.532.2525 Full hook-up campgrounds. Horse stalls available for rent. Men and women’s heated shower and restroom facilities at campground. 1737 Boxelder Rd., Glenrock 82637 307.436.2480 • www.mountain-memories.net Step back in time and have a relaxing pioneer experience. Horse-drawn wagon, buggy or sleigh rides, ranch tours for kids of all ages, animals, cross-country skiing and hiking. PLATTE RIVER FLY SHOP, LLC 7400 State Hwy. 220, Casper 82604 307.237.5997 • www.wyomingflyfishing.com Full-service fly shop. Guides on the North Platte River. FORT LARAMIE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Guide Services AJ OUTFITTERS 6979 Speas Rd., Casper 82604 307.473.1196 • www.ajoutfitters.com Fully guided deer/antelope rifle hunting trips on private lands. Deadline for license application is March. 20355 W. U.S. Hwy. 220, Casper 82604 Deer and antelope hunting. 965 Gray Rocks Rd., Fort Laramie 82212-7625 307.837.2221 • www.nps.gov/fola “The Crossroads of a Nation Moving West.” This unique historic place preserves and interprets one of America’s most important locations in the history of westward expansion and Indian resistance. U.S. Hwy. 220, MM 63, Casper 82601 307.577.5150 • www.wyoparks.state.wy.us Known as the “Register of the Desert.” Visitors can explore the dome shaped rock and mull over the hundreds of names carved by past travelers along the Oregon Trail. 4001 Fort Caspar Rd., Casper 82604 307.235.8462 Constructed in the year 1847 by the Mormons, led by Brigham Young, while on their way to the Great Salt Lake Valley. Guernsey 82214 307.836.2334 • www.wyoparks.state.wy.us The Oregon Trail was a primary route used by immigrants from 1841 - 1869. Register Cliff, located two miles southeast of Guernsey provided travelers with a “chalkboard” where they placed their names. Guernsey State Park, Guernsey 82214 307.836.2334 • wyo.parks.state.wy.us This Sandstone Cliff where emigrants camped and etched their names. Trappers, traders and emigrants have etched their names in the soft sandstone as far back as 1829. INDEPENDENCE ROCK STATE HISTORIC SITE CASPER FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER BJ OUTFITTERS OLD MORMON FERRY CASPER PLANETARIUM ELK MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS, LLC/WAPITI RIDGE RANCH 3056 W. Walnut St., Wheatland 82201 307.322.3220 • www.huntinfo.com/elkmountain Customized backcountry pack trips in the Snowy Range or Laramie Range. Day rides and overnight rides also available. P.O. Box 428, Mills 82644 307.266.4868 • www.historictrailswest.com Living history wagon train treks along the OregonCalifornia Trails. Experience the true West with Historic Trails West. Highway 220, Alcova 307.234.9597 Guide services and ranch home. OREGON TRAIL RUTS CASPER RECREATION CENTER HISTORIC TRAILS WEST REGISTER CLIFFS GOSHEN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS SAND CREEK RANCH OUTFITTERS S-N-S OUTFITTER & GUIDE SERVICE MOUNTAIN MEMORIES AT TURTLE ROCK RANCH P.O. Box 2827, Casper 82602 307.266.4229 • www.huntwyo.com Game hunting outfitter and guide service taking pride in its customer service and hunt success. Mule, deer, pronghorn antelope, moose, black bear, elk, whitetail deer or prairie dogs and fishing. 3493 Ross Rd., Douglas 82633 307.358.2694 • www.spearheadranch.com A full-service, quality, private land hunting opportunity providing reasonably priced first class hunts for antelope and deer. Their specialty is archery hunting. 5897 S. 12 Mile Rd., Casper 82604 307-277.1235 • www.spiritrider-wagontrain.com Wagon train adventures for all occasions and ages. Vacation, reunions, groups, corporate teambuilding or seminars. Customize your trip and provide an adventure of a lifetime. P.O. Box 4188, Casper 82604 307-266-1424 • www.sweethunt.com Outfitting and guiding, big game hunting and fishing. Horseback Riding ENCHANTED HOMESTEAD ADVENTURES County Rd. 410, Casper 82601 307.267.3335 Horses rented by the hour, guided scenic trail rides, riding lessons and rock hounding. Rustic atmosphere. Open year-round, including holidays. SPEARHEAD RANCH ROUGH COUNTRY OUTFITTERS/ HIGH COUNTRY ADVENTURES Hunting Guides SILVER WING HUNTING RANCH & SILVER WING’S SPORTING CLAY’S 1086 U.S. Hwy. 85, La Grange 82221 307.834.2328 • www.silverwinghunts.com Hunting and fishing preserve. Sporting clay course and game bird farm.Ice Skating P.O. Box 973, Glenrock 82637 307.436.2304 • www.roughcountryoutfitters.com Small guest ranch specializing in high country experiences. Abundant wildlife, excellent scenery and cattle drives. SPIRITRIDER WAGON TRAIN ADVENTURES TABLE MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS – WYOMING WINERY AND VINEYARD 5933 Rd. 48, Huntley 82218 307.459.0233 • www.TableMountainVineyards.com A vineyard and winery using 100% Wyoming grown grapes, fruit and products to produce Wyoming wine full of Wyoming Character. 400 W. Center St., Douglas 82633 307.358.2398 • www.wystatefair.com Aug. 11–18; open 8am–10pm. Fairgrounds Close at midnight. Mondays are FREE; Tues.–Thurs. 8am– 10pm, 9 yrs. and older $3; Fri.–Sat. 8am–10pm, 9 yrs. and older $5. Ice Skating CASPER ICE ARENA 1801 E. Fourth St., Casper 82601 307-235-8484 • www.casperwy.gov One of the quality indoor skating facilities in the region. Offering public skating sessions, figure skating, hockey, skating instruction and group rentals, in addition to a full-service snack bar. SWEETWATER OUTFITTERS WYOMING STATE FAIR & RODEO Historic Sites AYRES NATURAL BRIDGE 208 Natural Bridge Rd., Douglas 82633 307.358.3532 Located in between Douglas and Glenrock is Ayres Natural Bridge. This massive 150 feet of solid rock arch is a perfect peaceful place for picnicking and free camping. No pets allowed. Wyoming State Park, Douglas 82633 307.684.7629 • wyoparks.state.wy.us Regarded as a hardship post and major supply post for the 1876 crook campaigns, three original buildings exist. Located at the intersection of the Oregon, Mormon and Bozeman trails. Museums CHUGWATER MUSEUM Main St., Chugwater 82210 307.422.3227 • www.wyshs.org/mus-chugwater.htm Memorial Day to Labor Day: Sat, Sun, and holidays 1pm to 4pm. The museum will open by special request call ahead or inquire at the soda fountain. 4001 Fort Caspar Rd., Casper 82604 307.235.8462 • www.fortcasparwyoming.com Visit to explore central Wyoming’s history, including a reconstructed 1865 military post located on a river crossing on the Oregon, California, Mormon and Pony Express trail corridor. Fishing & Hunting ADVENTUREQUEST FISHING GUIDE SERVICE Alcova Lake, Casper 82604 307.259.1322 • www.adventurequestfishing.com Catering to families and providing fishing trips on Alcova Lake. All gear included on a pontoon boat. FORT FETTERMAN STATE HISTORIC SITE FORT CASPAR MUSEUM www.wyomingtourism.org 57 http://www.wyomingtourism.org
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