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In Casper? Stop by our Visitor Center in the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center at 1501 North Poplar Street.

Three Crowns Golf Club Set against a dramatic backdrop of the Casper Mountains is a one of a kind Golf experience... You’ll enjoy: Award Winning Robert Trent Jones II 18-Hole Golf Course Indoor and Outdoor Special Events Tournaments • Weddings “The Grille” Restaurant Serving Delicious, Fresh Food Daily Open to the Public

1601 King Boulevard Casper, WY 82604 www.threecrownsgolfclub.com Photo by: Southern Native Photography 307.472.7696 WELCOME TO CASPER

We’re just going to come right out and say it: we’re so glad you’re considering Casper. And while you’re here, we’ll let you in on a little secret: there’s no where in the world quite like it.

Nowhere else perfectly combines small-town charms and big-city vibes or outdoor opportunities with an urban vibrancy like Casper. From the ruts of the Oregon Trail to the top of Casper Mountain, you’ll find yourself immersed in history, adventure and the best of Wyoming.

Whether you find yourself with this guide in hand as you are planning a vacation, as a long-time local or considering relocating to our great city, we’re happy you’re here.

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6-7 8 10-13 15-16 CASPER EVENTS CASPER’S DOWNTOWN 101 CALENDAR CULINARY CASPER SCENE Tips for indulging 18-21 in Casper’s amazing HOW TO culinary scene EXPERIENCE with reviews from CASPER’S other visitors HISTORY

Dsasumo | Thai & Sushi

Fremont Canyon

Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters

Edness Kimball Wilkins State Park

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22-23 56-57 CASPER’S 48 HOURS ARTS & IN CASPER VISIT CASPER OFFICE 139 WEST 2ND STREET, CULTURE Two days or less? SUITE 1B Take this local CASPER, WY 82601 advice on 26-29 VISITCASPER.COM FUN ON can’t-miss spots THE WATER 1 800-852-1889 1 307-234-5362 [email protected]

Chief Executive Officer Brook Kaufman, CDME, CTA Dsasumo | Thai & Sushi Bishop House [email protected] Museum

Business Development Manager Luke Gilliam, CTA [email protected]

Fremont Canyon Destination Services Coordinator Mikki Milosevic, CTA [email protected]

Marketing Manager Amanda Scherlin, CTA [email protected]

Visitor Center Coordinator Mary Elana Perotti, CTA [email protected]

Content Marketing Coordinator Wayne Stewart, CTA [email protected]

For more information on Casper, head to the Visitor Center in the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center at 1501 North Poplar Street.

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YELLOWSTONETHIS MEMORABLE.

Yellowstone National Park in northwest With affordable lodging, smaller crowds and Wyoming is a bucket list destination for travelers endless opportunities to experience the best parts around the globe. With other-worldly geological of the West, Casper is the perfect place to get features, abundant wildlife and millions of acres acquainted with Wyoming life before journeying of pristine Wyoming wilderness, everyone on to the park. Here, you can experience small should see this American gem at least once in town Wyoming charm in our downtown, stand their lifetime. in the footsteps of those who came before us along the Oregon Trail, get a taste of the west But the perfect Yellowstone vacation doesn’t with local eats, brews and spirits, get up close and begin or end at one of the park’s five entrances. A personal with nature on Casper Mountain or land Wyoming road trip is almost as legendary as a trip the catch of a lifetime in the North Platte River. to the world’s first national park, and it happens to be the best way to get there. And on an iconic If you're ready to start planning your epic road drive through Wyoming, Casper is a must stop. trip from Casper to Yellowstone, scan the QR code below to order your free Yellowstone Unlike in Yellowstone, Casper’s top-notch Onramp Kit. Along with an informational map outdoor recreation opportunities are near hotels, with an exciting itinerary for every possible route, dining and nightlife. Many of our most prized this kit is packed full of items that will make your natural attractions are just a short drive from the road trip memorable and fun. center of the city, leaving more time to create those Wyoming memories you’ll always cherish.

Whether you fly directly into the Casper/ Natrona County International Airport or drive yourself into the region, Casper is the perfect hub for your trip. After a night or two soaking up everything the city has to offer, you’re just a short-- and scenic-- drive from the park’s southern entrance.

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5 CASPER 101 Whether you’re a longtime friend of the Oil City or a first-time visitor, there are a few things you should know about Casper.

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SLC CPR DEN Casper/Natrona County International Airport offers multiple daily flights to Denver ELEV. 5,150’ and Salt Lake City.

NORTH PLATTE: 3,000 - 5,000 FISH PER MILE VISITOR CENTERS: National Historic Trails 13 LOCAL Interpretive Center MUSEUMS 1501 N. Poplar St.

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Oil City Beer Company & Mountain Hops Brewhouse both recently opened in Casper, bringing our total number of local breweries to five. With their own unique taste and atmoshphere, a visit to both is a must. Read about all of Casper's breweries on pg 12.

Casper welcomed Oil City Axe Company to town in 2020. The new and exciting facility not only features axe throwing, but also has giant jenga, corn hole and more activties for everyone to enjoy.

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VisitCasper.com 7 Go to VisitCasper.com/events to see all events and dates. 2021 EVENTS JANUARY MEMORIAL WEEKEND JULY 5150’ Restaurant Week Cruizin’ with the Oldies Central Wyoming Car Show Fair & Rodeo Get a taste of all things Casper as Yellowstone Garage Central Wyoming Fairgrounds local restaurants offer specials and deals on local favorites. Each year on Memorial Day, The Central Wyoming Fair classic car lovers from around the and Rodeo celebrates the best region meet in Casper to celebrate of summer with carnival rides, one of the state’s best car shows. monster trucks, a parade through downtown Casper and five nightly JUNE PRCA rodeo performances. FORD College National Finals Rodeo AUGUST WYOMING Ford Wyoming Center (formerly Beartrap Music Festival known as the Casper Events Beartrap Meadow on Center) Casper Mountain CENTER The top college athletes in the Bluegrass vibes take over MARCH nation descend on Casper for Casper Mountain during one FORMERLY Home and Garden Show a full week of rodeo action to of Wyoming’s largest outdoor CASPER EVENTS CENTER Ford Wyoming Center (formerly compete for a coveted national concerts. Regional and national known as the Casper Events championship. acts take the stage during this Center) two-day festival. 800.442.2256

Browse local and regional vendors AUGUST at the largest home and garden show in Wyoming. 5150’ Festival David Street Station MAY A celebration of all things Casper, Harmony, Hops and the 5150’ Festival showcases local Hope makers and creators, shopping Mike Lansing Field with Casper-based vendors, great food, live music and activities all day for the whole family. The area’s largest brew fest-style JUNE - SEPTEMBER celebration attracts brewers from across the state and region who Farmers Market NOVEMBER bring samples of their finest craft David Street Station beers to Casper. Downtown Christmas Every Tuesday night throughout Parade & Tree Lighting the summer, Wyoming Food For Downtown Casper Thought hosts a farmers market at David Street Station complete Kick off the holiday season with local vendors, drinks and live with the downtown Christmas music. parade and the lighting of the community Christmas tree at David Street Station.

For a full list of events and the most updated information, go to visitcasper.com/events or scan the QR code via the camera app on your mobile device.

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VisitCasper.com 9 A TASTE OF THE WEST CASPER’S CULINARY SCENE

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Perhaps when you think of the middle of longtime favorites, we promise you’ll never leave Wyoming, amazing food, beer and cocktails aren’t town hungry. We could tell you our favorites, but the first things that come to mind. But Casper’s you don’t have to take our word for it. We’ll let culinary scene shouldn’t be overlooked. the reviews for a few local hot spots speak With several new restaurants popping up among for themselves.

10 1-800-852-1889 BREAKFAST Sherrie's Place I don’t know if anyone has moved across country just to eat at a restaurant every day but if there “was one restaurant to make me move to Casper, it would be this one.” Daniel (Google Reviews) LUNCH Grab and Go Gourmet Everything I have tried has been absolutely delightful. Love how healthy the food is. The “veggies are so crisp & fresh. Awesome to have a local place prepare fresh homemade food quickly and still have multiple items to choose from..” Mariah from Casper, WY (TripAdvisor)

Branding Iron Wow. The Casper burger: the most original AND delicious burger I’ve ever had. Seriously. Pork “belly mac & cheese on a beef/pork/veal patty and just a hint of spice heat?!? Man, am I glad [our server] suggested it. Friendly staff and a venue to enjoy with friends or colleagues.” Mark from Highlands Ranch, CO.

DINNER Ludovico Farm to Wood Flame I’ve had a ton of Italian food in my life (including in Italy) and man this spot does Italian well! “We had the Ziti and meatballs which were both amazing and we had the Cannoli for dessert which is probably the best cannoli I’ve ever had. Wyoming Rib & Chop, I would definitely recommend getting some of their great food while you drink some delicious Casper beer from the attached brewery.” Waitress was awesome. Food was awesome. Amy from Modesto, CA (TripAdvisor) Fantastic atmosphere. Well worth the wait. “I'm an over the road trucker so I visit a lot of restaurants, Wyoming Rib and Chop is one Silver Fox of the best I've been to and I've been doing Bacon Knots.... Only thing you need to know.” this for 35 years. “Rob from Casper, WY (Google Reviews) Jim (Google Reviews)“ VisitCasper.com 11 A trip to Casper isn’t complete without indulging COFFEE, in our local craft culture. Whether you prefer beer, cocktails or coffee, you’re never far from COCKTAILS, & your next delicious craft drink in Casper.

CRAFT BEER Coffee With enough coffee shops to fuel a city much larger than its size, Casper’s coffee scene will delight you. Highlights include: Metro Coffee Company, a downtown Casper staple that's conveniently located right across the street from David Street Station and often hosts open mic Metro Coffee Company nights; Grant Street Grocery and Market, a craft coffee lover’s dream destination; Scarlow’s Art & Coffee, a classy coffee shop with a constant rotation of modern art displays; or The Bourgeois Pig, a cozy coffee shop and ideal place to relax while sipping on one of their iconic cortado’s. If you think the list ends there, you would be wrong. Casper's list of amazing coffee shops goes on with other local favorites such as Blue Ridge Coffee, Melrose Coffee House and Wind City Books, which is the perfect place to enjoy your dose of caffeine while browsing for a new read.

Bourgeois Pig Cocktails No matter where you go for a drink in Wyoming, a Backwards Distilling Company creation will most likely be on the menu. With an impressive line-up of craft spirits made right here in Casper, Backwards’ popularity is well-deserved. Stop by their downtown tasting room for a locally- made seasonal cocktail that is as delicious as it is Scarlow's Art & Coffee Instagram-worthy.

12 1-800-852-1889 Another happy hour favorite is Vintage Fine Wine & Martini Bar. Vintage serves high-end The " Miss E. Calhoun", cocktails, glasses of fine wine, local microbrews A Backwards Distilling and one of the largest selections of whiskey in Company Recipe the area. We also strongly suggest stopping into Urban Bottle to taste whichever uniquely- Ingredients crafted cocktail they happen to be offering that 1.5 oz Milk Can Cinnamon Moonshine night, or to simply browse through their extensive 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice selection of craft beer and specialty wines. 0.75 oz blackberry simple syrup

Instructions First, combine the Milk Can Cinnamon Moonshine and your .75 ounces of lemon juice into a shaker with ice.

Shake until chilled.

Then, strain the shaken liquid into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.

Next, add the .75 ounces of blackberry syrup on top. Mountain Hops Brew House

Finally, garnish your perfectly crafted cocktail Craft Beer with mint sprig. Casper’s brewing scene is on the rise as we welcomed two new breweies this year, Oil City Enjoy! Beer Company and Mountain Hops Brew House. Oil City Beer Company has quickly become a popular destination for cornhole players and Mountain Hops Brewhouse often partners with delicious local food trucks, which makes both an ideal spot to enjoy a taste of Casper. The new breweries join the ranks of the city’s existing establishments: Gruner Brothers Brewing, Skull Tree Brewing and Frontier Brewing Company. Each of the five offer their own unique flavors and atmospheres, so your next trip to Casper must include a visit to each.

For a full list of Casper’s drinking establishments, go to page 48.

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Open 11am Daily 6100 E 2nd Street • 307-234-2333 www.firerocksteakhouse.com

Eat. Drink. Be yourself. CASPER’S FAVORITE Open 11am Daily GASTROPUB 3580 E. 2nd St. - 307-473-1900 OPEN 11AM DAILY www.oldchicago.com 3201 SW Wyoming Blvd 307-472-3100 • www.jspubandgrill.com

OPEN 6:30AM A 50’s Style DAILY Eating Place

Gourmet Burgers and Thick Creamy Malts ELEVATED PUB FOOD Broasted Chicken, Homestyle FULL BAR - 40 BEERS ON TAP Food for Homestyle Folks Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner OPEN 11AM DAILY 5900 East 2nd Street 1705 E 2nd Street 307-234-4204 307-472-5900 • wyomingaleworks.com www.johnnyjs.com

14 1-800-852-1889 WHERE THE LOCALS EAT 5 REASONS YOU CAN’T MISS DOWNTOWN Open 11am Daily 6100 E 2nd Street • 307-234-2333 www.firerocksteakhouse.com CASPER

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The rumors are true: downtown Casper is thriving. A gem for locals and visitors alike, Eat. Drink. Be yourself. downtown is where early history meets the hustle CASPER’S FAVORITE and bustle of our modern city. Walk the historic Open 11am Daily streets, window shop, grab a drink or bite to eat GASTROPUB and take in live music. From free events in our 3580 E. 2nd St. - 307-473-1900 OPEN 11AM DAILY year-round outdoor plaza to specialty crafted www.oldchicago.com 3201 SW Wyoming Blvd local cocktails and craft brews, there’s something 307-472-3100 • www.jspubandgrill.com for everyone in downtown Casper.

Living History Casper’s earliest history happened 01 / in the streets of what is now downtown. As the city became more modern in the late 1800s, the center of town was Center and OPEN 6:30AM A 50’s Style First streets, just as it is today. This means that a DAILY Eating Place lot of life, business and history has been played out on these streets and in the historic buildings Gourmet Burgers that line them. Many of the buildings you see and Thick Creamy Malts today were built in the early 1900s. Stop by the ELEVATED PUB FOOD Broasted Chicken, Homestyle Visitor Center and pick up a self-guided walking FULL BAR - 40 BEERS ON TAP Food for Homestyle Folks tour map to discover downtown’s history up Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner close. OPEN 11AM DAILY 5900 East 2nd Street 1705 E 2nd Street 307-234-4204 307-472-5900 • wyomingaleworks.com www.johnnyjs.com

VisitCasper.com 15 David Street Indulge in 02 / Station 04 / Casper’s One of Casper’s newest attractions is David Culinary Scene Street Station, where there is always something No matter what you’re craving, you can find happening. This versatile gathering space hosts it downtown. With several new restaurants hundreds of events year-round including live popping up alongside longtime staples, you music, festivals and farmers markets, a splash won’t go hungry. Fuel up on made-from-scratch pad in the summer months and an ice rink in the cuisine at the Yellowstone Garage. A 1920s winter. The cherry on top of this already-sweet gas station converted into a hip and cozy space, venue: admission to events is always free. this bar, restaurant and music venue is now a cornerstone downtown. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, local favorite Frosted Experience Tops makes homemade macaroons, cupcakes 03 / Casper’s and cinnamon roles. They also serve fresh acai Artistic Side bowls and smoothies with real fruit. If it’s time for happy hour, stop by Urban Bottle Wine & Well known for outdoor recreation and wild west Spirits, a hip liquor store and tasting room that history, Casper also has a surprisingly vibrant often hosts live music, food pairing classes and and active arts scene, and there’s no better place other events. to experience it than downtown. You’ll find iconic institutions like the Nicolaysen Art Local Museum and Art 321, as well as countless 05 / Shopping displays of public art like murals, sculptures and Casper’s downtown is home to one-of-a-kind small galleries like Scarlow’s Art & Coffee shopping. To fuel your walk, grab a coffee from that tell local stories through visual arts. One of The Bourgeois Pig. Then peruse boutiques like the highlights of the art scene in Casper is the Floral Rhino and Cadillac Cowgirl, or gear up monthly Art Walk held on the first Thursday of at the legendary Ugly Bug Fly Shop. Take home the month, May - September. The event invites something handcrafted from 307 Metal Works local artists, musicians and creators to partner or locally made products at WyoMade. You’re with downtown businesses for an inspiring sure to find a perfect gift, souvenir or something walking tour. you didn’t even know you needed.

16 1-800-852-1889 EXPERIENCE CASPER'S For the past few years, Casper’s art scene has ART SCENE been described by many as up-and-coming, but According to Varela, a handful of existing murals with a world-class art museum, newly installed served as inspiration for the Casper Mural sculptures along some of our best walking trails Project’s mission. “We’re fortunate to already have and a downtown now filled with murals, our a handful of stunning murals right downtown art scene has officially arrived and deserves your that make for a lovely walking tour. You can attention. Leah Varela, president of the Casper begin at 225 S David St., where you’ll see the Mural Project, says that the organization has been Prairie Woman mural, continue down the alley working diligently to infiltrate Casper’s core with to the James Reeb mural located on the backside public art. of the building, right across the street in the parking garage you’ll find the Fox Den mural, In late 2019, Varela and the Casper Mural Project and if you cut through the alley and head to the finished work on one of the community's most Atrium Plaza at 201 E 2nd St., the Better Together recent murals, the James Reeb mural which mural is right there on the corner. This was our honors the civil rights leader who called Casper goal all along: a corridor of murals, a space that home. After the successful completion of their encourages people to get outside and explore first new art piece, the organization had to change while enjoying the history of our downtown.” their plans for new murals in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Looking ahead, the Casper Mural Project plans to continue building on the already established “We came together to brainstorm a way to honor collection of murals throughout the community. our community, create a sense of togetherness On the future of the group, Varela said, “We and thank our frontline workers. Thus, the want to continue telling Wyoming stories and “Better Together” mural was born. The meaning giving visitors a way to experience our history and behind it is that we as a community were able to culture through art.” come together, support one another and build Mural Locations upon one another’s strengths in an era of doom and gloom. We wanted something positive, • 9/11 Day of Remembrance - Casper bright, bold and beautiful, and I think we’ve Rail Trail, Under the bridge at N accomplished that." Beverly St. • 9/11 Service Memorial Mural - Casper Rail Trail, Under the bridge at N Beverly St. • Indian Paintbrush - NE corner of CY Ave. & Popular St. • Trout Mural - Riverview Park • Star Court Mural - Riverview Park • Fox Den Mural - Downtown Casper Parking Garage (SW corner) • Rev. James Reeb Memorial Mural - 225 S. David St. • Prairie Woman Mural - 225 S. David St. • Better Together Mural - 201 E. 2nd St.

VisitCasper.com 17 A SUPER BRIEF HISTORY OF CASPER & HOW YOU CAN EXPERIENCE IT ALL FIRSTHAND

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Prehistoric Wyoming

The area’s amazing history predates humans by thousands of years. Start by discovering rich geological and prehistoric history at the Tate Geological Museum at Casper College. While you’re there, sign up to go out in the field with the museum’s paleontologists on the next dinosaur dig. You can also meet Dee – an 11,600-year-old Columbian mammoth – and 3,000 of his closest fossilized friends.

Westward Migration

When westward expansion began in the mid- 1800s, Casper was a central hub for the nation’s overland trails. The Oregon, California, Pony Express, Bozeman and Mormon trails all converged right here in Casper. More than half a million bold settlers made the grueling trek on these trails. Some carved their names into Independence Rock, an important historical landmark less than an hour from Casper off Highway 220. Learn about these early days of Casper at the world-class National Historic Trails Interpretive Center, Fort Caspar Museum and the Mormon Handcart Visitors Center at Martin’s Cove.

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Along the way, some pioneers stayed and put down roots. What began as a cluster of shacks grew into a small town of around 1,000 residents in the late 1800s. Casper’s population grew by more than 600 percent in just 20 years following the boom of oil business that began around 1910. When oil was discovered in the nearby Salt Creek Field, Casper became known as the “Oil Capital of the Rockies,” a reputation that stuck. Even today, the Casper area is home to some of the nation’s most productive oil fields. The Salt Creek Museum in Midwest (44 miles from Casper) chronicles the field’s activity, the workers, their families and communities from 1889 to today (by appointment only).

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During World War II, Casper briefly served as an Army Air Base to support the war effort. Today, the site of the base is partially intact with several original buildings and hangars still standing on the airport grounds. A self-guided tour through the Good Aviation and Veterans Museum at the Casper Airport will feed your inner aviator with a collection of WWII vintage planes as well as two rare MIG fighters. Also nearby: the Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum. The museum patriotically memorializes American veterans from the mid-1800s through present day.

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CULTURE Wyoming Symphony Orchestra 22 1-800-852-1889 Casper is full of surprises and our creative scene is Casper is the home of the renowned Wyoming no exception. Casper offers residents and visitors Symphony Orchestra. Celebrating their 70th a wide range of inspiring cultural outlets, the season in 2019-2020, the Wyoming Symphony likes of which you wouldn’t be surprised to find Orchestra is comprised of the region’s best in a large metropolis. The arts have been a part musicians who are dedicated to their craft. The of the fabric of the community for nearly 100 Wyoming Symphony also partners with the years. In 1924, the Casper Art Guild (now ART Nicolaysen Art Museum and local restaurants 321) was organized to promote the visual arts to host “Brunch and Bach”, a morning event the in the community and the artistic legacy of early day after the symphony (the first Sunday of the Casperites lives on in the present day city. With month, January - March) filled with amazing local countless opportunities to take in all kinds of live art, music and, of course, brunch. music, theatre and art, Casper’s cultural landscape might just captivate you.

One of the best ways to take in the area’s lively and varied art scene is at the monthly Art Walk. On the first Thursday of the month from May through September, downtown Casper comes alive with artisans and live music. Businesses, restaurants and museums in the downtown district host creators and makers of all types and Scarlow’s Art & Coffee open their doors to the community. It’s a multi- block party of all things artistic in Casper.

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Discover all offerings starting on page 50; go to visitcasper.com/events to see what is happening while you’re here. Nicolaysen Art Museum

VisitCasper.com 23 MEET CASPERMAKERS It’s hard to not be inspired by Wyoming’s wide- open spaces, stunning landscapes and vibrant JESSICA SNELL locals. Meet some Casperites who are making Owner, 307 Mud & Stone moves and creating some of the best things 307 Mud and Stone is a ceramics business that Wyoming has to offer. focuses primarily on making mugs, bowls, plates and servingware that reflects the imagery and “colors that I find reminiscent of life in Wyoming. I started making pottery in a night class at Casper College and in 2016, I took a leap and converted part of my basement into a home studio. I didn't expect many people to be interested in buying my work, but the Casper community has been incredibly supportive and uplifting in a way that feels impactful to locals.

UNIQUE STYLE Although much of the imagery and color in my MIKE STEPP work is familiar from this area (buffalo and bear, Owner, Donells Candies blues and greens, mountainscapes, etc.), I try to Donells Candies is a family owned, homemade come up with work that I confectioner that specializes in the finest quality don't see anywhere else. The chocolates, fudge, gourmet popcorn and buffalo was an obvious way “ to start and, initially, was homemade ice cream. We've been operating in downtown Casper since my parents started the the only image I produced. Now, I have mugs that sport businesss in 1956. Founded by Don and Elma Follow Chris on Facebook and Instagram Stepp (hence the name Donells) we are now on European mounts of elk and @LocalNavy433Photography our third generation of candy makers, and even antelope, mountains carved have a fourth generation helping out on the side. out of the base of nearly every mug and phrases Everything we do is made by hand right here in that feel are local and important. our store to ensure the finest quality. WHY CASPER?

WHY CASPER? Life in Wyoming, and especially Casper, has

My parents chose Casper because it was a greatly influenced my work. I have always loved growing, family-oriented community, and has the scenery here: the ever-present mountain “ stayed that way ever since. There is so“ much to do backdrop, the colorfull prairies filled with flowers here, boating, fishing, hiking, and of course, the and the wildlife, such as elk, antelope, buffalo and entertaining events that are held throughout the fish, can all be found throughout my work. summer at David Street Station.

Shop at Donell's Candies (201 E 2nd St. #2) Shop at 307MudandStone.com or online at donellschocolates.com

24 1-800-852-1889 CHRIS BENABISE ADAM PAULI Owner & Photographer, Owner, localnavy433photography Symmetry Trailers My passion for photography comes from chasing Symmetry Trailers is all about designing a chance to see my daughter with every click and manufacturing custom off road trailers, “of the of the shutter. My oldest daughter, Iris, specifically for the overland and camping passed away in 2008 at only 13 months old, “communities, that can be completely outfitted and capturing a sunrise or sunset on the North with rooftop tents, solar and electrical power, Platte River or Casper Mountain helps me feel onboard showers, awnings and much more. With connected to her. I also want my photography to experience working in a local fabrication shop and be a way for my followers to see Casper the same a degree in welding, I decided to combine my love way I do, because this city has so much beauty for the off-roading community and created these that’s worth sharing. unique and versatile trailers that were different from anything else offered on the market. CASPER FAVORITE One of my favorite places to take photos is on WHY CASPER? the North Platte River (pictured below) which This started as a side hustle and was something runs through downtown Casper and is gorgeous that I never expected to take off the way that it

through the winter months. The river freezes over did. But in fall of 2019, I applied to the Casper

and the ice shelves are amazing to see in person. Start-Up Challenge and was accepted as one of I also think back to the first time I witnessed the finalists. Throughout the process, I met so

a sunrise over Casper from lookout point on many incredible people in the community who “

Casper Mountain. The city was covered in a thick learned about what I was doing and encouraged blanket of fog. As the sun was coming up, the me to pursue it full time. They helped me see the warm sunlight kissing the top of the“ of clouds just potential in it, and gave me the tools to succeed. showed me that I was living in a wonderful place. Seeing things like this is always a great reminder of why I love doing what I do. Shop at symtrailers.com or stop into Adam's shop (6872 Nugget Rd.)

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VisitCasper.com 25 FISHING “THE MILE”

The Miracle Mile, or as locals call it– the Mile– has a reputation for amazing fly fishing. And it is well-deserved. With a near-even split of rainbow and brown trout, this famous stretch of the North Platte River boasts unlikely conditions that make for a fly-fishing perfect storm. With a huge variety of food sources for the trout, it’s no wonder it hosts around 4,000 fish per mile, some of which grow up to 25-30 inches.

Fun fact: the Miracle Mile is actually longer than a mile. It can range anywhere from 5-8 miles, depending on water levels. Which means there’s plenty of room to spread out from other anglers and catch your trophy trout.

Photo of Addie Dees provided by The Ugly Bug Fly Shop

26 1-800-852-1889 MEET ADDIE

trout-filled waters, but also by the beauty that DEES surrounds you. A day out on the water isn’t just Close your eyes and think of, “The West.” What about fishing, it’s also filled with breathtaking do you see? While most might picture the classic scenery and lots of wildlife. American cowboy from a movie screen, it’s time for this image to be reimagined. Because today, Q: Historically, your industry has been dominated by men. What has it been like the west, and especially Casper, is much more being one of only a few female guides on the than that. Our grit, passion and dedication to North Platte River? hard work hasn’t changed, but the people who Initially it was nerve-racking, I felt like I had represent us have, and they’ve gotten stronger. something to prove to others and myself. Thankfully, I had a lot more support than I Meet one of the toughest fly-fishing guides in ever imagined I would, but that doesn’t mean the West, Addie Dees. As a female in a male- that there aren’t plenty of naysayers. To those dominated industry, Addie represents everything naysayers, I say absolutely nothing, I just put that Casper stands for. She’s not only a guide, my head down, go to work and halfway through but is also the manager of the Ugly Bug Fly the trip they realize why I’m out there. It hasn’t Shop, making her an expert in what she does. always been easy, but it’s getting a lot easier and Considering the North Platte River runs through there’s plenty of room for more females out on the heart of our city making Casper one of the the water. most popular fishing destinations in the West, Q: Can you talk about yours and Ugly we’re lucky to have her. Bug’s role in the Orvis 50/50 On The Water initiative and how you’ve been proactive in Q: Can you recall the moment you knew you helping more females pursue their love of wanted to pursue a career in fly-fishing? fly-fishing? I moved to Wyoming with my family when I was Since Orvis launched their 50/50 campaign in 10, and my dad has been the driving force behind 2017 dedicated to getting more females out on my love for the outdoors. After spending years the water, we’ve put a lot of focus on being extra with him backpacking, kayaking and fly-fishing, welcoming to women in our shop and breaking I knew I needed a career in the great outdoors. In the elitist culture that has been experienced in 2015, I took a fishing trip right here in Casper that other fly shops around the country. This past was guided by a female and from that point on I summer we successfully launched “Ugly Bugs & wanted her job. Crazy Ladies”, a full-experience fly-fishing course for women where we teach casting, how to tie Q: Casper has become a bucket- flies and go on a guided trip to put what they’ve list destination for fly-fishing, what do you believe makes this place so special? learned to use. One thing I always remind my clients while we are out on the water is to pick your head up For more information on the Ugly Bug Fly Shop and just look around, because when you come or the Orvis 50/50 On The Water initiative, visit to Casper, you’re not only welcomed by our www.crazyrainbow.net

VisitCasper.com 27 SOAK UP SOME SUN ON THE WATER

There’s more to Casper’s rivers and lakes than just world-class fishing. At the heart of Casper is the North Platte River. Meandering 718 miles from its headwaters in Colorado to its confluence with the South Platte River in western Nebraska, the North Platte flows through Casper and Natrona County and provides abundant opportunities for a day well-spent. Float, canoe or kayak the North Platte for a serene and scenic trip down an iconic river. Just down the road, you’ll find Pathfinder Reservoir. With 117 miles of shoreline, Covering nearly 2,500 acres, Alcova Reservoir Pathfinder Reservoir and its expansive waters is one of the most popular recreational reservoirs are controlled by Pathfinder Dam. For a helping in the region. Known for beautiful sunrises, of local history, visit the Pathfinder Interpretive abundant water recreation and fishing, Alcova Center to learn about this engineering feat, Reservoir is one of the best places to spend a one that has been in place since the early 1900s. summer day. The reservoir’s offerings include six For incredible views of the area, set out on the campgrounds, eight boat ramps, an interpretive 1.7-mile-long interpretive trail near the dam. walking/hiking trail, fishing pier and more. Plus, Additional amenities include campsites, a the on-site Alcova Marina offers rentals, boating marina and restrooms. The reservoir is a great supplies, a convenience store, fuel and a full spot for camping, boating, fishing, hiking and restaurant and bar. birdwatching.

28 1-800-852-1889 CASPER'S RENTAL OPTIONS

No gear? No problem. Casper is home to locally owned gear and rental shops filled with local experts who know the waters best.

Alcova Resort & Marina Sport Boats, fishing boats, Pontoon boats, jet skis, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and paddleboats. 307-472-6666 24025 Lakeshore Dr. Alcova, WY

Gordon’s Rents Kayaks and paddle boats plus e-scooters, e-bikes and bikes. 307-234-6569-804 N. Poplar St. Casper, WY

307 River Sports Rafts, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, innertubes and drift boats 307-267-0170 5625 CY Ave.Casper, WY

For a list of outfitters and fly shops, go to page 54.

VisitCasper.com 29 IT'S ALL HOME WATER: THE PEOPLE'S RIVER

On the following pages you'll find excerpts from Casper resident Dave Zoby's recent article for Patagonia. This story showcases the traits that Casper, and the state of Wyoming, have always represented—grit, resilience and passion. When the North Platte River needed restoring, our community came together and put in the work to create a unique section of river that anglers from all over the world now come to exprience. The full story can be found at patagonia.com/stories.

When I first moved to Casper, Wyoming, I did decided to do something about it. The Two-Fly what almost every eager fly angler does—I drove Organization, a nonprofit that raises money the 20-plus miles to the dam at Grey Reef and through its celebrated fly fishing tournament, started flogging the obvious pools and tail-outs. partnered with the city to study the viability of I wasn’t alone that first time, or any of the a complete hydrology project that would restore thousands of times I’ve fished the Reef since. I the river channel, stabilize the banks, create fish knew that I had stumbled into something special habitat and improve spawning areas. by moving to Casper. But I also knew that there was a lot more to the North Platte River than the What began as a modest idea of an annual river three miles of frothy water below the towering cleanup grew into a multifaceted conglomeration cement structure at Grey Reef. to overhaul seven sections of river, from city border to city border, 13.5 miles of river in total. Vaguely, I knew the shameful history of how the river was treated. Like many rivers in America, the North Platte was seen as a place to dispose industrial and human waste. In fact, in 1958, a government survey determined that the North Platte near Casper was the most polluted waterway in the country.

As far as I was concerned, fishing in the North Platte only began well upstream of Casper. What flowed through town was degraded beyond hope, saturnine, sacrificed for profit.

Roughly the same time I moved to Casper, the city and its residents identified the North Platte as a major economic and cultural driver for the region. People didn’t give up on the river. They

30 1-800-852-1889 Jolene Martinez, with the city of Casper, sees “People here understand that what they have is fishing the river as a birthright. She imagines special and unique—you have a metropolitan a legacy of wetlands complete with migrating area with some of the finest trout water in the waterfowl and wild birds, smackdab in the middle country,” he said. of the city. Brian Connelly, from Natrona County Weed Martinez is quick to point out the many entities and Pest, has a way of talking about history involved in the restorations project: Natrona that makes you want to listen. He wove tales County Weed and Pest, the Bureau of Land of just how devastated the river was before the Management, the Wyoming Game and Fish restoration work began. “The trash was insane. Department, the National Audubon Society, There was nobody cleaning it up—there was the Two-Fly Foundation, the Department of nobody that cared. It wasn’t trout habitat by any Environmental Quality and, of course, the City means,” he stated. of Casper. Bringing all of these disparate groups together for one goal, Martinez tells me, is the Brian and I met in January to talk about the essence of Wyoming. To call public attention river over espresso. Perhaps it was the caffeine to the project, the group hosts an annual river or the effects of a long winter, but both of us cleanup day in September that culminates in wanted to stretch our legs. We rumbled through a community BBQ at Mike Lansing Field, town in Brian’s truck, stopping at various points just off the river. This year saw more than 400 of interest, he showed me some of the wetlands volunteers. and anti-erosion structures that had been put in place along the river. Randy Walsh, who has worked on river restorations in Wyoming for years, always buys He said that what he loved about Wyoming is an annual fishing license so that he can tote his fly that it’s big. “I don’t mean size. What I mean is rod along and test the results of his projects on his that Wyoming—the people and the place—it days off. has a big heart. We are big enough to have grizz and wolves. We have the heart to take care of “ what we have. We are big enough to make things right.

Wyoming—the people and the place—it has a big heart... We have the heart to take care of what we have. We are big enough to make things right.“

VisitCasper.com 31 GET OUTSIDE IN CASPER Casper is home to unmatched opportunities to get outside and enjoy Wyoming’s wide-open spaces. Here, you’re never far from your next amazing outdoor adventure. From the heart of our urban center, you’re less than 20 minutes from several access points for some of the region’s best sightseeing, hiking, biking and trails.

Casper Mountain Trails 32 1-800-852-1889 Explore Casper Mountain In the snowy season, the Casper Mountain Trails Center boasts nearly 26 miles of groomed With miles of multi-use year-round trails, you trails that range from flat runs to steeper inclines. can hike, bike, Nordic ski, snowshoe or fat bike One of the trails is even well-lit in the evenings. on Casper Mountain almost any day of the year. Yes, you read that right: this illuminated trail Popular trails include: the Bridle Trail, a 4.5- means that your snow day adventure doesn’t mile trek that starts at Rotary Park and features have to end just because the sun goes down. In Casper Mountain’s iconic Split Rock near the the winter months, a trails pass is required to peak; Eadsville Trail, a popular mountain biking use the Nordic trails. Get your day-use or season trail that offers amazing scenery; and the Braille pass online at natrona.net. If snowboarding or Trail, a short hiking trail that was designed for the alpine skiing is your snow day activity of choice, visually impaired and includes interpretive signs, put Hogadon Basin Ski Area at the top of your handrails and picnic areas. to do list. With 27 trails of varying difficulties, two lifts and a brand new lodge, Hogadon is a great way to spend a winter day. Other notable attractions atop Casper Mountain include the Adams Memorial Archery Range, Beartrap Meadow Park, Crimson Dawn and the world- class Casper Mountain Biathlon Center.

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One of the best places to start your Casper Mountain adventure is at Rotary Park. A short drive from town, followed by a short hike from the parking lot, and you’ll be at the gem of Casper Mountain, Garden Creek Waterfall. And don’t forget to pack a lunch– Rotary Park also has fire pits, picnic areas and a gazebo.

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Casper Municipal Golf Course- 27 hole course. No tee time? No problem, we’ll get you on. No matter which Casper Ice Arena - public skating, skate rental, and concessions season you visit... Casper Family Aquatics Center- water slides, lazy river, hot tub, and lap pool We’ve got you CCasper Recreation Center- cardio covered. room, weight lifting room, steam rooms, and open gym

Hogadon Basin- 27 runs, terrain park, lodge, and multi-use oﬀ season trail

www.caspermunicipalgolf.com www.casperwy.gov www.hogadon.net (307)233-6620 (307)235-8383 (307)235-8499 2120 Allendale Blvd. 1801 East 4th Street 2500 W. Hogadon Road Active Play. Every Day. CASPER’S Casper Municipal Golf Course- 27 hole course. No tee time? No problem, we’ll get you on. URBAN No matter which Casper Ice Arena - public skating, skate rental, and concessions season you visit... Casper Family Aquatics Center- water TRAILS slides, lazy river, hot tub, and lap pool We’ve got you CCasper Recreation Center- cardio A THREAD BETWEEN CITY covered. room, weight lifting room, steam rooms, and open gym & NATURAL LANDSCAPES

Hogadon Basin- 27 runs, terrain park, lodge, and multi-use oﬀ season trail One of the things locals and visitors love most One of the most notable urban trails is the Platte about Casper is how the wilds of Wyoming seem River Trail, a 10.5-mile paved trail that runs from to be just outside the front door. No matter the North Casper Soccer Fields through town, where you are, you’re only a few minutes from by the Tate Pumphouse and White Water being able to experience nature, see wildlife and Park, eventually ending in Paradise Valley Park hit the trails. And our top-notch trails aren’t on Casper’s west end. The Platte River Trail limited to those found on Casper Mountain. allows walking, running, biking, skateboarding Even Casper’s urban center makes it easy to soak and roller blading along the scenic North Platte www.caspermunicipalgolf.com www.casperwy.gov www.hogadon.net up some nature in the middle of town with an River. And even more good news: leashed dogs (307)233-6620 (307)235-8383 (307)235-8499 extensive and well-mapped trails system. are welcome. th 2120 Allendale Blvd. 1801 East 4 Street 2500 W. Hogadon Road

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GUIDE ROOMS TOTAL RESTAURANTS KITCHENETTES POOL ACCESSIBLE PETS ALLOWED FITNESS CENTER AIRPORT SHUTTLE BREAKFAST INCL. INTERNET MEETING FACILITIES FRIDGE & MICRO. Baymont Inn and Suites 480 E. Lathrop Road Evansville 307-235-3038 56

Best Western Plus 651 Granite Peak Dr. Casper 307-472-1125 97

Candlewood Suites 4210 Hospitality Ln Casper 307-234-4200 81

C’Mon Inn 301 E. Lathrop Rd Evansville 307-472-6300 125

Comfort Inn 269 Miracle Rd Evansville 307-237-8100 57

Courtyard by Marriott 4260 Hospitality Ln Casper 307-473-2600 100

Clarion Inn at Platte River* 123 W E St, Casper, WY 307-439-2074 175

Days Inn 301 E. “E” Street Casper 307-234-1159 119

First Interstate Motel 20 SE Wyoming BLVD Casper 307-234-9128 60

Hampton Inn & Suites 1100 N. Poplar Street Casper 307-234-9125 100

Hilton Garden Inn* 1150 N. Poplar Street Casper 307-266-1300 121

Holiday Inn Express 4250 Legion Ln. Casper 307-237-4200 84

Holiday Inn Casper East* 721 Granite Peak Drive Casper 307-577-5000 119

The Inn at Alcova 21405 Kortes Rd Alcova 307-232-1300 10

La Quinta Inn Casper 400 W. “F” Street Casper 307-265-1200 120

Mainstay Suites 551 Granite Peak Dr. Casper 307-472-7829 93

Motel 6 1150 Wilkins Circle Casper 307-212-3031 112

National 9 Showboat 100 W. “F” Street Casper 307-235-2711 46

Quality Inn & Suites 821 N. Poplar Street Casper 307-266-2400 92

OYO Townhouse* 300 W. “F” Street Casper 307-235-2531 200

Ramkota Hotel* 800 N. Poplar Street Casper 307-266-6000 230

Ranch House Motel 1130 E. “F” Street Casper 307-266-4044 11

Residence Inn by Marriott 4930 E. 2nd Street Casper 307-234-9008 99

Riverview Inn 22250 W. Hwy 220 Alcova 307-473-5829 8

Royal Inn 440 E. “A” Street Casper 307-234-3501 40

Sleep Inn & Suites 6733 Bonanza Rd. Evansville 307-235-3100 80

Super 8 Evansville 739 Luker Ln Evansville 307-237-1335 101

Super 8 Motel Casper West 3838 CY Ave. Casper 307-266-3480 66

Teapot Motor Lodge 727 Hwy 387 Edgerton 307-437-6541 20

Virginian Motel 830 E. “A” Street Casper 307-266-3959 21

Yellowstone Motel 1610 E. Yellowstone Hwy. Casper 307-234-9174 21

VisitCasper.com *denotes full-service hotel 41 1. Baymont Inn and Suites 7. Hampton Inn & Suites 480 E. Lathrop Rd. Evansville 1100 N. Poplar St. Casper 20 17 307-235-3038 baymontinns.com 307-235-6668 hamptoninn3.hilton.com Pool, Handicap Accessible, Pets Pool, Handicap Accessible, Fitness Allowed, Breakfast, Internet, Center, Fridge & microwave, Breakfast, Refrigerator, Microwave WiFi, Meeting Rooms, Business Center

Best Western Plus Hilton Garden Inn 6510 Granite Peak Dr. Casper 1150 N. Poplar St. Casper 19 307-472-1120 bestwestern.com 307-266-1300 Refrigerator, Microwave, Pool, hiltongardeninn.hilton.com Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Pool, Refrigerator, Breakfast, Internet, Meeting Rooms Microwave, Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle, 2. Candlewood Suites Internet, Meeting and Conventions 4210 Hospitality Ln. Casper 307-234-4200 candlewoodsuites.com 8. Holiday Inn Express 14 Kitchenettes, Refrigerator, Microwave, 4250 Legion Ln. Casper Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, 307-237-4200 hiexpress.com Meeting Rooms Kitchenettes, Pool, Refrigerator, Microwave, Handicap Accessible, Clarion Inn at Platte River Fitness Center, Breakfast, Internet, 123 W. E St. Casper, WY 307-439-2074 Meeting Room, Business Center and Pool, accessible, pets, gym, breakfast complimentary high-speed, wireless incl., wifi, meeting rooms, fridge internet access. 990 s.f. meeting room. 1

3. C’Mon Inn 9. Holiday Inn Casper East 301 E. Lathrop Rd. Evansville 721 Granite Peak Dr. Casper 307-472-6300 cmoninn.com/casper 307-577-5000 holidayinn.com/caspereast Kitchenettes, Fridge, Microwave, Pool, Restaurant, Bar, Kitchenettes, Pool, Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, Fitness Center, Business Center, Wi- Breakfast, Internet, Meeting Rooms Fi, Pet Friendly, Meeting Facilities, Handicap Accessible, Airport Shuttle 2 7 18 4. Comfort Inn 269 Miracle Rd. Evansville 10. The Inn at Alcova 307-237-8100 21405 Kortes Rd. Alcova choicehotels.com/comfortinn 307-232-1300 sloanesinalcova.com Refrigerators, Microwaves, Pool, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, 11. La Quinta Inn Casper Fitness Center, Breakfast, Internet, 400 W. “F” St. Casper 12 6 Meeting Rooms 307-265-1200 lq.com Pool, Refrigerator, Microwave, 5. Courtyard by Marriott Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Casper Airport Shuttle, Fitness Center, Hot 4620 Hospitality Ln. Casper Breakfast, Internet, Meeting Room 307-473-2600 marriott.com/hotels/travel/cprcy- 12. Mainstay Suites courtyard-casper/ 551 Granite Peak Dr. Casper 9 3 Pool, Refrigerator, Microwave, 307-472-7829 choicehotels.com Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, Kitchenettes, Pool, Accessible, Fitness Internet, Meeting Rooms Center, Breakfast, Internet, Full Size Refrigerator, 2-Burner Stove 6. Days Inn 301 E. St. Casper 13. Motel 6 307-234-1159 daysinn.com 1150 Wilkins Cir. Casper Outdoor Pool. Refrigerator, Microwave, 307-212-3031 motel6.com 4 Pets Allowed, Fitness Center, Hot Kitchenettes, Outdoor Pool, Handicap Breakfast, Internet, Laundry Accessible, Pets Allowed, Internet

First Interstate Motel 14. National 9 Showboat 20 SE. Wyoming Blvd. Casper 100 W. “F” St. Casper 307-234-9128 307-235-2711 national9casper.com Kitchenettes, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Refrigerator, Microwave, Pets Allowed, Internet, Dining and Breakfast, Internet 13 10 11 shopping nearby. Weekly, daily and monthly rates available. Truck parking.

42 1-800-852-1889 15. Quality Inn & Suites Ranch House Motel 821 N. Poplar St. Casper 1130 E. “F” St. Casper 307-266-2400 choicehotels.com 307-266-4044 Refrigerator, Microwave, Handicap 11 Rooms, Cable TV, Wi-Fi Available, Accessible, Dogs Allowed, Fitness Microwave and Refrigerator in Rooms Center, Breakfast, WiFi, Meeting Room Available 18. Residence Inn 4930 E. 2nd St. Casper 16.OYO Townhouse Casper 307-234-9008 marriott.com Conference Center Free Breakfast, Pets Welcome, Kitchen/ 300 W. “F” St. Casper Kitchenettes, Complimentary Wi-Fi, 307-235-2531 casper-ramada.com Laundry On-Site, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Kitchenettes, Pool, Indoor Pool Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Fitness Center, Airport Shuttle, Riverview Inn Breakfast, Internet, Meeting/ 22258 W. Hwy. 220 Alcova Convention Facilities 307-473-5829 sunsetgrillalcova.com/riverviewinn 17. Ramkota Hotel & Restaurant, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed. Located across from Grey Conference Center Reef. 8 Rooms, some kitchenettes, RV 800 N. Poplar St. Casper parking and guest laundry. 307-266-6000 casper.ramkota.com 230 Rooms, Refrigerators, Microwaves, 19. Royal Inn Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly, 440 E. “A” St. Casper Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet, 307-234-3501 caspermotel.com Managers Reception, Restaurant, Refrigerator, Microwave, Handicap Lounge, Business Center, Guest Accessible. Pets Allowed, Internet. Laundry, Water Playland, 15,000 Sq. Ft. 40 Rooms. Conference Center, Airport Shuttle, Fitness Center 20. Sleep Inn & Suites 6733 Bonanza Rd. Evansville 18 5 307-235-3100 choicehotels.com Pool, Handicap Accessible, Pets, Fitness Center, Breakfast, internet, 100% Non- Smoking, Winner of Choice Hotels Gold Award in 2015 and 2016

21. Super 8 Evansville 739 Luker Ln. Evansville 6 307-237-1335 Refrigerator, Microwave, Pool, Handicap Accessible, Fitness Center, Breakfast, Internet, Meeting Rooms

22. Super 8 Motel Casper 3838 CY Ave. Casper 307-266-3480 super8.com 3 15 8 Kitchenettes, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Fitness Center, Breakfast, Internet, Business Center

Teapot Motor Lodge 727 Hwy. 387 Edgerton 307-437-6541 Refrigerator, Microwave, Handicap 4 Accessible, Internet

Virginian Motel 830 E. “A” St. Casper 307-266-3959 Refrigerator, Microwave, Weekly Rates Available Only

Yellowstone Motel 11 22 16 21 1610 E. Yellowstone Hwy. Casper 307-234-9174 Kitchenettes, Some Refrigerator, Microwave, Small Dogs < 20lbs Allowed, Internet, One-Level

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Camping & RV Beartrap Meadow Casper Mountain

Alcova Lake Campground Lakeshore Dr. County Rd. 406 307-235-9311 natronacounty-wy.gov Tent & RV Sites, Picnic Facilities, Handicap Facilities, Drinking Water, Toilets, Hook Ups, Pets On Leashes

BLM Campgrounds: Lodgepole & Rim 9 Miles on Casper Mtn. Rd. 6 Miles to Muddy Mtn. Casper 307-261-7600 wy.blm.gov Tent & RV Sites, Picnic Facilities, Handicap Facilities, Toilets, Fire Pits, Pets-On-Leashes

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48 B|L|D Breakfast|Lunch|Dinner 1-800-852-1889 Backwards Distilling Spirits Lounge Starbucks Coffee Company 800 N. Poplar St. Casper 4585 E 2nd St Casper 307-234-9470 214 S. Wolcott St. Casper 307-266-6000 Bar 4003 CY Ave Casper 307-234-6550 307-472-1275 Bar 401 SE Wyo Blvd Casper 307-577-7060 backwardsdistilling.com Taylor’s Sports Bar & Spirits 560 N Center St Casper 307-265-8214 37 Curtis St. Evansville 2625 E 2nd St. Casper 307-237-9361 Butch’s Happy Days 307-266-0941 L|Smoking|Bar 1076 CY Ave Casper 307-266-0136 1180 Oildale St. Evansville 307-577-5031 Smoking|Bar TJ’s Bar & Grill Wind City Books 2024 CY Ave. Casper 152 S Center St Casper 307-315-6003 Chatters Bar & Grill 307-473-7526 L|D|Bar windcitybooks.com 1324 Prairie Lane Bar Nunn 307-234-5329 L|D|Smoking|Bar Uncorked Fine Wine and Spirits Tasting Room Bourgeois Pig Frontier Brewing 5700 W. Poison Spider Casper 117 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-233-6830 L 307-337-1000 Bar Vintage Fine Wine and Galloway’s Pub Martini Bar 2800 CY Ave. Casper 1016 S. Poplar Casper 307-237-9558 L|D|Bar 307-473-9463

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VisitCasper.com B|L|D Breakfast|Lunch|Dinner 49 Taco Bell Pizza Hut Italian 86 SE. Wyoming Blvd. Evansville 3741 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-577-9112 307-266-0056 3738 CY Ave. Casper 307-265-0804 3340 CY Ave. Casper 1300 S. Poplar St Casper 307-577-0511 L|D 307-266-4769 B|L|D Bosco’s Italian Restaurant Pizza Ranch 847 E. “A” St. Casper Taco Johns 5011 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-237-1234 L|D 307 265-9658 L|D|Bar 4031 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-235-4016 pizzaranch.com 766 CY Ave. Casper 307-265-6805 Olive Garden 601 SE. Wyoming Blvd. Casper 307- Racca’s Pizzeria Napoletana 5070 E. 2nd St. Casper 237-8968 430 S. Ash St. Casper 307 234-6105 L|D|Bar 80 W. F St. Casper 307-235-0297 307-337-2444 L|D|Bar 3533 W. Yellowstone Mills 307-235-8102 raccaspizzeria.com 4035 Plaza Dr. Casper 307-337-2942 B|L|D tacojohns.com Mediterranean Tacos Mexico 2117 E. 12th St. Casper 307-472-5606 B|L|D Sweet Zoey tacosmexicocasper.com Mediterranean Cafe 4360 S. Poplar St. Casper TacoTime Racca’s Pizzeria 307-899-2139 L|D 1215 S. Beverly St. Casper Napoletana 307-237-9891 B|L|D|Bar tacotime.com Mexican Sandwiches Pizza & Deli

Don Juan 144 S. Center St. Casper Jersey Mike’s 307-234-0903 L|D|Bar 5150 Slice House 4851 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-333-6599 3095 Talon Dr. Casper 307-337-1222 3095 Talon Dr. Casper 307-333-1381 L|D Guadalajara jerseymikes.com 3350 CY Ave. Casper Dominos 307-234-4699 L|D|Bar 813 E. 1st St. Casper 307-234-4455 Jimmy John’s guadalajaramexicanrestaurants.com 3141 SW. Wyoming Blvd. Casper 4801 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-265-2900 307-472-0437 L|D jimmyjohns.com La Cocina 1540 Centennial Ct. Casper 321 E. St. Casper 307-237-6100 L|D Sandwich Bar 307-266-1414 L|D|Bar dominos.com 200 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-266-1527 L|D lacocinacasper.com thesandwichbar.com Firehouse Pizza La Costa 395 Newport Rd. Casper Schlotzsky’s 1600 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-439-2220 L|D 6985 Nugget Rd. Evansville 307-235-6599 L|D|Bar 307-473-8589 L|D schlotzskys.com Little Ceasars Moe’s Southwest Grill 939 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-266-1040 Subway 6985 Nugget Rd. Evansville 3320 CY Ave. Casper 307-577-0000 L|D 285 Honeysuckle St. Casper 307-234-0277 L|D littlecaesars.com 307-265-6946 moes.com Ludovico Farm To 234 N. Center St. Casper 307-266-3100 4400 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-265-6662 Pancho’s Wood Flame 1905 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-266-1841 3700 CY Ave. Casper 1301 Wilkins Cir. Casper 307-337-1919 516 SW. Wyoming Blvd. Mills 307-237-0907 B|L|D 307-473-1113 panchosfastfood.com Papa John’s Pizza 2711 CY Ave. Casper 307-234-9650 1501 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-234-2121 L|D 4255 CY Ave. Casper 307-472-1224 Qdoba papajohns.com 41 SE. Wyoming Blvd. Casper 5030 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-473-1144 307-473-1100 Papa Murphy’s Pizza 395 Newport #305 Casper 4009 CY Ave. Casper 4030 Plaza Dr. Casper 307-337-2410 307-333-5518 L|D subway.com 307-472-0892 B|L|D 201 S. Montana Ave. 307-237-7272 L|D qdoba.com papamurphys.com Steamboat Deli 251 E Center St Casper 307-333-6557

50 B|L|D Breakfast|Lunch|Dinner 1-800-852-1889 Racca’s Pizzeria Napoletana Sandtrap Indoor Golf 523 S. Center Casper Steakhouse Indoor Activities 307-333-1464 thesandtrapigc.com

Studio City Mesa Theater FireRock Steakhouse 5150 Rock Gym 3150 Talon Dr. Casper 6100 E. 2nd St. Casper 408 N. Beverly Casper 307-472-4747 wyomovies.com 307-234-2333 L|D|Bar 5150rockgym.com 307-337-2166 Featuring eleven screens including large firerocksteakhouse.com Indoor rock climbing facility. format ARQ auditorium and reclining leather lounge chairs. Outback Steakhouse Balanced Healing Salt & 229 Miracle Rd. Evansville Sauna Studio City Stadium 307-235-0391 L|D|Baroutback.com 351 S. Beach St. Suite 201 Casper 10 Theater balancedhealingsaltandsauna.com 5020 E. 2nd St. Casper Rib & Chophouse 307-333-6333 307-472-7469 wyomovies.com 256 S. Center St. Casper Stuido offering private infared sauna All digital projection and sound. 307-337-2060 L|D|Bar and halotherapy. ribandchophouse.com Sunrise Lanes Casper Family Aquatic 4000 S. Poplar Casper Silver Fox Steakhouse Center 307-234-9141 sunriselanes.net 3422 Energy Ln. Casper 1801 E. 4th St. Casper Dining, lounge and 24 bowling lanes. 307-235-3000 L|D|Bar casperwy.gov 307-235-8383 silverfoxcaper.com Lazy river, 2 slides, family friendly Wagon Wheel Roller Rink 305 Van Horn Mills Texas Roadhouse Casper Ice Arena 307-265-4214 wwskate.com 210 Miracle St. Evansville 1801 E. 4th St. Casper Indoor roller skating rink, arcade & 307-265-0801 L|D|Bar casperwy.gov 307-235-8484 snack bar. texasroadhouse.com Indoor ice rink, snack bar, skate rentals. Wyoming Gun Company Casper Recreation Center 580 Landmark Dr. Casper 1804 E. 4th St. Casper 307-337-2486 wyogun.com casperwy.gov 307-235-8383 Indoor shooting range, 25 lanes. Historical Tours Drop-in courts, football and pool, aquatics. YMCA 1611 Casper Mountain Rd. Casper Dinosaur Nature Trail Durbin Street Golf 307-265-1564 asperymca.org On County Road 407 between Black 327 N. Durbin Casper $5/day pass, out of state memberships Beach and Cottonwood Beach Roads at durbinstgolf.com 307-265-4677 honored, full use. Alcove Lake El Marko Lanes Speas Fish Hatchery Divine Travel/Adventure 2800 CY Ave. Casper 8200 Speas Rd. Casper West 307-237-9558 307-473-8890 Casper 307-277-0480 wgfd.wyo.gov/About-Us/Offices-and- divinetravelsllc.com Jump Craze Facilities/Dan-Speas-Rearing-Station Customize your tour to your needs. 4720 Lathrop Rd. Evansville Explore the Oregon Trail. 307-337-3671 jumpcrazeusa.com Artisan Alley 731 E. 2nd St. Casper Historic Trails West Kids Works 307-265-0991 artisanalley307.com Mills 307-266-4868 2500 CY Ave. Casper historictrailswest.com 307-234-4386 kidsworksllc.com Pottery By You Contestoga wagon treks and horseback Indoor playground, childcare. 1627 E. 2nd St. Casper rides on the trails pioneers traveled. 307-472-9087 potterybyyou.biz/ Natrona County Public Independence Rock Library Fox Theater Hwy. 220, 20 Miles NE. of Muddy Gap 307 E. 2nd St. (Main Branch) Casper 150 W. 2nd St. Casper wyoparks.state.wy.us 307-577-7323 natronacountylibrary.org 307-472-4747 Natural Oregon Trail Landmark. Maps of Casper, bus schedules, and wyomovies.com/theaters/casper/fox-iii- Numerous pioneers painted, carved or information about local attractions savers-theater/ wrote their names in its surface over. make this a helpful stop while visiting the downtown area. Rialto Theater 100 E. 2nd St. Casper 307-237-2416 wyomovies.com/theaters/casper/rialto- movie-palace/

America Theater 119 S. Center St. Casper 307-235-5440 wyomovies.com/theaters/casper/ Historic Trails West america-stadium-movie-palace/ 52 1-800-852-1889 Werner Wildlife Museum 405 E. 15th St. Casper Museums 307-235-2108 Outdoor caspercollege.edu/werner-wildlife- museum Activities

Art 321 - Casper Artists Western History Center Guild 125 College Dr. Casper Alcova Resort 321 W. Midwest Casper 307-268-2680 caspercollege.edu/whc 24025 Lake Shore Dr. Alcova 307-265-2655 art321.org 307-472-6666 alcovaresort.com Flour Bin 260 W 1st St Casper 307-472-2054B|L Wyoming Veterans Museum Watercraft rentals, fishing licenses. Bishop House 3740 Jourgensen Ave. Casper 818 E. Second St. Casper 307-472-1857 wyomilitary.wyo.gov/ ATV Track Crescent Moon Coffee Shop 307-235-5277 cadomafoundation.org/ veterans/museums/vets-museum/ Poison Spider Rd. Casper 114 W 2nd St Casper 307-337-2627 L wy.blm.gov/cfo/recreation.htm Casper Planetarium 200 Acres. Open year round to all off Chipotle Mexican Grill 904 N. Poplar Casper road vehicles, no fee. 4920 E 2nd St Casper 307-333-6282 L|D 307-577-0310 casperplanetarium.com BMX Track Crimson Dawn Park and Music & Theater 789 College Dr. Casper Museum 307-235-4168 1620 Crimson Dawn Rd. Casper Mountain Casper Municipal 307-235-1303 Casper Theater Company Golf Course Crimsondawnmuseum.org 735 CY Ave. Casper 2120 Allendale Blvd. Casper 307-267-7243 307-233-6620 caspermunicipalgolf.com Fort Caspar Historical Site caspertheatercompany.net Public Golf Course, 27 holes. and Museum Call or visit website for schedule of performances. 4001 Fort Caspar Rd. Casper Casper Disc Golf 307-235-8462 North of soccer & softball complex on fortcasparwyoming.com/ Gertrude Krampert Theater Bryan Stock Trail Casper 1631 Campus Dr. Casper 307-235-8283 Good Aviation and 307-268-2500 18 holes, bring your own disc. Veterans Museum caspercollegearts.cc Casper College Theatrical 8220 Fuller St. Casper Casper Mountain performances. 307-259-5910 Trails Center 9301 Casper Mountain Rd. Casper Stage III Community Theater Mormon Handcart Historic 307-258-9597 904 N. Center Casper natrona.net/238/Trails-Center Site and Visitor Center 307-234-0946 Summer: hiking/biking. Winter: ski 47600 WY-220 Alcova stageiiitheater.org trails lit until 9:30pm. 307-328-2953 Community Theater. Call or visit history.lds.org/subsection/historic-sites/ website for information. wyoming/martins-cove Wyoming Symphony National Historic Trails Orchestra Interpretive Center 225 S. David St. Casper 1501 N. Poplar St. Casper 307-266-1478 307-261-7700 nhtcf.org wyomingsymphony.org Live symphony performances Oct-May. Nicolaysen Art Museum 400 E. Collins Dr. Casper 307-235-5247 thenic.org

Salt Creek Museum 531 Peake St. Midwest/Edgerton 307-437-6513 By appointment only.

Tate Geological Museum 125 College Dr. Casper 307-268-2447 caspercollege.edu/tate- geological-museum

The Science Zone 111 W. Midwest Casper 307-473-9663 thesciencezone.org A hands-on exploratory center where children and families can learn together. Alcova Resort

VisitCasper.com 53 Casper Speedway Speas Rearing Station Cole Creek Outfitters 1277 Amoco Rd. Casper 8200 Speas Road Casper PO Box 2945 Casper 307-575-3555 307-473-8890 wgfd.wyo.gov 307-266-1599 casperspeedway.myracepass.com/ Fish Hatchery Antelope, mule deer, and elk archery Open Friday evenings mid-May and rifle hunt guides. through early September Stuckenhoff Shooters Complex Crandall Creek Outfitters Edness Kimball Wilkins 2330 N Station Rd. Casper 223 N Durbin Casper State Park 307-265-2535 crandallcreekoutfitters.com 8700 E. US Hwy. 20/26 Evansville stuckenhoffshooterscomplex.net 307-237-8468 307-577-5150 wyoparks.wyo.gov 100 and 300 yard rifle ranges, shotgun Big Horn Sheep, Elk, Deer, Antelope, Popular picnic area and bird watching range and cannon range. Muzzle Mountain Goat, Moose. habitat, walking, biking trails, horse loading range, action pistol/cowboy trails, swimming. Handicap accessible action shooting range. Massive Buck Outfitters fishing pier. Daily use fees. 740 W 52nd St. Casper The Cages 307-333-3319 massivebuckoutfitters.com Hogadon Basin Ski Area 1961 Fetterman Casper 2500 Hogadon Rd. Casper 307-277-8725 Platte River Outfitters 307-235-8499 hogadon.net Batting cages open April-September 3400 S. Poplar Casper 60 acres of groomed slopes; 307-265-2843 ski school, rentals, concessions, Three Crowns Golf Course snowboarders welcome. Platte River Commons Casper S-N-S Outfitter & Guide 307-472-7696 threecrownsgolfclub. Service Pathfinder Reservoir com PO Box 2827 Casper Hwy. 220 via CR 406 or 407 Robert Trent Jones Jr. public course. 307-266-4229 huntwyo.com natrona.net/241/pathfinder-reservoir 18 holes. Big game hunting across 750,000 acres of land. Platte River Trails Wyoming Game and Fish 1775 W. 1st St. Casper 1601 King Blvd. Casper Sweetwater Outfitters 307-577-1206 platterivertrails.com 307-473-3400 wgfd.wyo.gov PO Box 4188 Casper Bike, walk, skate alongside the North Hunting and fishing orders on line, 307-266-1424 sweethunt.com Platte River. landowner list. Thunder Ridge Outfitters Platte River Whitewater Yesness Pond 2221 Lexington Casper Park Poplar & Wyoming Blvd Casper 307-259-7448 1007 W. 1st St. Casper Stocked pond for children’s thunderridgeoutfitter.com 307-235-8281 fishing experience. Water sports, kayaking, 1/2 mile with Trophy Creek Outfitters 4 man made rock structures creating PO Box 1148 Mills turbulent water recreation. 307-267-9383 trophycreek.com Guided hunts of mule deer, whitetail, Salt Creek Country Club Guides & antelope, elk and moose. Midwest/Edgerton 307-437-6229 Outfitters Wyoming Professional pasturegolf.com/courses/saltcreek.htm Hunters “Sand packed” greens, 9 holes. PO Box 1901 Mills 307-247-6226 Casper Skate Park 307 River Sports wyomingprofessionalhunters.com 1701 E ‘K’ St. Casper 5625 CY Ave. Casper 307-235-5694 307-267-0170 307 riversports.com Cowboy Drifters Guided and non-guided rafting and 18187 Wyo 220Casper fly-fishing trips. 307-331-2031 wyocowboydrifters.com Year round fly fishing guides. Public lodging and cabins.

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VisitCasper.com 55 With so much to see and do in Casper, it might be hard 48 HOURS to know where to start. So to help, we’ve compiled a two- day itinerary. Mix and match these activities to create your IN CASPER own perfect Casper weekend. (Unless otherwise noted, all establishments are family friendly.) DAY 01 /

Adventure Starts Here Dinner & a Show Fuel up for day one at Sherrie’s Place, In the summer, David Street Station, Casper’s here you’ll get a taste of some of the best breakfast live music and events venue, has concerts, movies, in Casper as everything is fresh and made from farmers markets and events several nights a week. scratch. If you’re more interested in an indoor experience, several downtown venues host live music Hit the Trail (or Mountain Road) regularly. (Check VisitCasper.com/events to see what’s happening.) Downtown is also home No matter the season, it’s probably a good time to three of Casper’s iconic and historic movie to hit the mountain. If you’re up for a hike, theaters: the America and the Rialto. we recommend the Bridle Trail that begins at Rotary Park (read more on page 32). If you’re more in the mood for a scenic cruise, you can There are a variety of quality local eateries to help meander on Casper Mountain Road all the way you savor the flavor of Wyoming in our walkable over the summit and continue on to stunning downtown. Looking for something very Casper? Muddy Mountain on the backside of Racca’s Pizzeria Napoletana offers a taste of Casper Mountain. Italy with a drool-worthy menu. If your crowd is all 21+, The Gaslight Social has an extensive beer and cocktail menu with a lively environment. Recharge & Fuel Up Other popular downtown picks: The Branding After a morning exploring, you’ve likely worked Iron, Dsasumo, The Office and Yellowstone up an appetite. Our advice: a burger at The Garage. (Check out “5 Reasons You Can’t Miss Branding Iron, where acording to the Travel Downtown Casper” on page 15.) Channel, you’ll find the best one in Wyoming. Retire for the Night Shop Local Casper offers a wide variety of After you’ve refueled and recharged, it’s time to accommodations. Take your discover downtown. Peruse dozens of shops pick from the area’s hotels bursting with the creations of local makers. on page 42. You can also Highlights include Wyoming Shirt & Gift, Lou pitch your tent or park your RV at one of the county’s 10 Taubert Ranch Outfitters, Mountain Sports campgrounds (page 45). and Mustard Seed.

56 1-800-852-1889 DAY 02 / Get a Dose of History Rise & Shine After lunch, get ready to be amazed by Casper’s storied past. Spend the afternoon soaking With an early start, you may be able up the area’s pioneer history at the National to catch one of Casper’s famous blazing sunrises Historic Trails Interpretive Center, a world- from Lookout Point on Casper Mountain. Early class museum with interactive exhibits. Or risers also get a great table at one of Casper’s very meet some of Wyoming’s earliest residents at popular breakfast spots: Eggington’s. Kick off the Tate Geological Museum, home of Dee the day with their phenomenal omelets, savory the Mammoth. scrambles or their french toast that is basically a work of art. Pro tip: Don’t leave without a Dinner & a Nightcap cinnamon roll. For dinner, stop by the Wyoming’s Rib and Chop, Casper. This local favorite has a delicious Experience the North Platte menu with a lot of variety. Treat yourself to one The best way to experience the world-famous of the best steaks in the west, or try something North Platte River is to just get in it. Spend the new, like crab-crusted chicken. Then, enjoy a morning on the river floating, canoeing, kayaking nightcap from their creative cocktail menu. Our or fishing. Need gear or advice? Don’t worry. recommendation: a moscow mule featuring one Our expert guides & outfitters have you covered of Backwards Distilling Company’s distinct (see a full list on page 54). If you’re not up for a spirits. full immersive experience, the Platte River Trails system offers all the views with a much drier encounter.

A Historical Lunch Take a break for lunch at one of the area's most unique restaurants: The Hangar. Aptly named, this restaurant was an actual airplane hangar at the original Natrona County Airport in 1927. The Gaslight Social Now, it is one of the area’s most popular spots.

Wyoming Rib & Chop, Casper

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