Cody was founded by its namesake, William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody who, with several friends, arrived here for the specific purpose of developing the land to build a community. The consummate entrepreneur and promoter, he used his influence to persuade the federal government and the Burlington Railroad to invest in the area’s resources and provide access routes to the national parklands, all which directly assured the vitality of his town. He lived his final 22 years in the area, leaving a lasting spirit that continues to be celebrated in historic sights, monuments, events and the community’s spirit of western hospitality.

Many attractions in Cody offer insights to the natural and cultural history of the area. Here are a few examples. Cody Trolley Tours offers visitors an informative and entertaining overview of city sights, history, and lore. The one-hour tour travels 22 miles and covers 100 years of history. Each trolley has two guides offering an ongoing banter about local personalities, past and present, and share with visitors their collection of historic photos, artifacts and memorabilia.

Tecumseh’s Old West Village offers visitors a variety of experiences. Its Trading Post has a large selection of goods including its signature handcrafted leather garments that are fashioned in traditional old west and Native American styles. The Native American collections include pottery and ceremonial items of the Plains Indians and wool goods (blankets and jackets) made in the Hudson- Bay style. The Old West Miniature Village and Museum traces the history of Wyoming and Montana from the 1600s to the late 1890s. Dioramas and other displays have Western and Native American artifacts, wildlife mounts, guns and fur trader memorabilia.

The state capital of Cheyenne is located in the southeast corner of the state just off Interstate 80 with I-25 running north and south near the capital. Wyoming is an arid state receiving only about ten inches of rainfall each year. It is unique in that no water from any source in the state makes it to either ocean. The water from rain either evaporates or is absorbed into the ground. It is not a farm-friendly environment yet many ranches are established near the mountain ranges on all four sides of the state. The ski areas in the northwestern part of the state does enjoy significant show fall with precipitation often approaching 200 inches a year in the mountainous region of the Teton Range. In order to enjoy some of the best snow skiing in the country you will have to get off the beaten path, read that interstate highways, as I-80, I-90 and I-25 carry you mostly through the eastern and southern part of the state, the mountains of the Grand Teton National Park is located in the northwest part of the state and have some of the highest peaks leading into the Rocky Mountains.

Most people don’t make Buffalo Bill Dam their target for a vacation; however it is a great place to visit when you are already in the area to go to Yellowstone National Park. There are a lot of great places like that which are close to another vacation destination but since they aren’t as popular they don’t get as much attention. So, next time you are on vacation consider what’s around you other than the place you are visiting because you just might notice that you have been missing out on a lot! The Buffalo Bill Dam in Wyoming is open Monday through Saturday from 8 am until 6 pm and Sunday 10 am until 6 pm the months of May and September and during the months of June, July, and August it is open Monday through Friday 8 am until 8 pm, Saturday 8 am until 6 pm and Sunday 10 am until 6 pm. Pretty much any time you are driving through the tunnels on your way to or home from Yellowstone national Park you can take a break to see what Buffalo Bill Dam has to offer. If not, you can always come back another day. It won’t take too much time and it is certainly not out of the way, but it is worth checking out when you are in this part of Wyoming .

Wyoming walleye seem to prefer the calmness of lakes and reservoirs to the fast paced action of rivers. Ideal spots in these bodies of water are large sand flat areas. As spawning season comes to a close in May, walleye will hang out in the open on top of the bottom surfaces. Males especially prefer sticking around the spawning sites to feed after others have moved on. Capitalize on this by creating the perfect rig setting. Use a live bait with a weight level set at distances suitable for the water clarity levels. For clear water, six to eight feet of space between the two should be sufficient. Murkier waters may call for at least 30 inches in distance points.

Considering this shallow sand setting, you have to be specific with your rig. The most chosen rig in this case is the live bait. The particular distance between any weight and your bait is often dictated by water clarity. Clear water lakes require around six to eight feet when we speak of hooks and sinkers. If the water is stained, you will need 30 inches between weights and baits. As you can spot a group of walleye in the sand (which is mostly the case), try to tip the jig with any small fish. Some prefer minnows. Using a stand up head, let the jig rest on intermittently so that it can trigger bites as you start moving the jig again. Another attractive spots for Wyoming walleye fishing are lakes with profound vegetation. Emerging weeds are very attractive for these fish. Look up for regions that are hard bottomed as these frequently have good weed flats. But this isn’t applicable for early seasons which are considered to be low light periods. Weeds at this particular time of the year aren’t well established.

Sleigh rides are a great group adventure. Whether you want a traditional sleigh ride to view the scenery of winter wild life or a unique sleigh ride with a warm fire while you’re dining, it’s your choice. Skiing and snow boarding for the beginner is an exciting adventure to partake in. The summer activities are nothing to frown on in Jackson Hole. There is still plenty to do even when the snow is melted and the sun is shining brightly on those beautiful mountaintops. Paragliding from the top of Rendezvous Mountain, after being carefully instructed, would be a memory of all memories and a tale of all tales to share with family and friends down through the years.

Cheyenne is a city that leaves its residents close to the great outdoors, with many National and State parks and forests in the state. Extensive ski facilities are nearby, with resorts located in the nearby Medicine Bow National Forest and in the Colorado Rockies. Then there is also famous ski meccas, such as Jackson Hole, Wyoming further west in the state.