LanderREAL. WESTERN. SPIRIT. Live & Work Where Community You Play Lander is home to a remarkable Have you ever * diversity of people. Here you * wondered how it will find cowboys, climbers, young would be to live in one families, Native Americans, of “America’s Top Small students, retirees, and visitors enjoying Towns”? Would you like themselves and the simplest pleasures to live and work where of small-town living. The community you can play? If your is vibrant and growing. City Park is answer to these questions shaded by stately cottonwoods and is yes, then you might want has tennis courts, ball National Geographic fields and an elaborate to consider moving to one Adventure Magazine the best small towns in playground. America: Lander, . The community is 50 Next Great Adventure Towns served by a modern, Several nationwide magazines Lander a “Hot Bargain” where full-service hospital, have recognized Lander as a great “Stetsons meet Birkenstocks.” place to live and recreate. Check a well-regarded out what they have to say in the public school Sunset Magazine sidebar on the right and you will system, and access 20 Best Small Towns quickly realize the quality of life to all the public infra- in Lander. structure necessary to Lander has a sense of connectedness support business where people commute less, start-up, relocation know their neighbors and follow and expansion. their passions. Our Businesses Outside Magazine Best Small Towns Our community takes pride in * supporting small businesses as Rodeo hearts and adventure souls demonstrated by our picturesque Main Street where locally owned Fly Rod & Reel shops cater to all your needs. Some The Best in Undiscovered Fishing Lander Offers It All of our small businesses have grown into industry leaders – the National Where fisherman can choose from Lander is known for its Outdoor Leadership School, Eagle 626 lakes and reservoirs or 2,057 * recreational opportunities, Bronze Foundry, Wyoming Catholic miles of rivers and streams. entertainment, relaxation, scenic College, Fremont Motors Corporation, TruWest Magazine beauty, business opportunities and and Automation X just to name a few. just plain fun! Here you can enjoy Towns To Watch in 2009 breathtaking mountain vistas, clean Tax-friendly Lander has no shortage of air and water, a low crime rate, Western pride or tales to tell. friendly neighbors, and easy Wyoming’s tax- access to nearby national friendly financial SnoWest Magazine structure is one of forests and millions of acres #1 Snowmobile trail in the west of pristine wildlands to explore. the top-ranked in the This remarkable quality of life nation for delivering For the second year in a row the is why more and more people are the highest quality services for the number one snowmobile trail in discovering Lander as a place to lowest cost. the west. live, raise a family, start a business and or just enjoy life. 1 FRIENDLY

BusinessSince 2003, Wyoming has ranked #1 Business Resources among all states for business-friendly WYOMING BUSINESS COUNCIL taxation by the Tax Foundation’s State Offers a wide variety of services and Business Tax Climate Index. The state funding programs for businesses: and the town of Lander offer a sup- portive atmosphere and tax structure Business Ready Community Grant for businesses to start, build and grow. and Loan Program – Provides up to Many businesses and organizations $3 million grants to construct publicly are recognizing the difference owned buildings and infrastructure. Wyoming incentives can make for Wyoming Partnership Challenge Loan their success. For example, in 2007 Program – The Wyoming Business Wyoming successfully attracted Council and local development the National Computer Center organizations partner to provide for Atmospheric Research Facility low-interest loans to local businesses. Incorporated in 2003, to the state to build the fastest Automation-X Corporation supercomputer in North America. For a complete list of Business Council is a leading global supplier programs and services, go to: Business Tax Incentive www.wyomingbusiness.org/, or call of automation technology the Regional Director, Wyoming Are you looking for business tax products for consumer, water Business Council 307-857-1155 incentives? Compare Wyoming’s and wastewater, safety and * tax rates to your state: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT security, transportation, 0% Personal Income Tax! TRAINING FUND and agricultural applications. 0% Corporate Income Tax! (www.wyomingworkforce.org/how/ 0% Grocery Tax! The company’s primary wdtfp.aspx) Provides training funds 4% Sales Tax for new and existing employees market is energy with a 2% Lodging Tax strong emphasis in oil and SMALL BUSINESS natural gas. From its Community Resources DEVELOPMENT CENTER (www.uwyo.edu/sbdc) Provides headquarters in Lander, The City of Lander’s Community development, financial, and business Automation-X currently * Resource Department can help plan expertise to new and current with your business needs and answer employs 31 individuals at businesses – Fremont County office local questions. Call 307-332-2870 contact is 800-969-8639. seven domestic offices and or email [email protected]. one international office. LANDER CHAMBER Lander Business Park OF COMMERCE According to Automation-X, (www.landerchamber.org) Provides The Lander Business Park local information and resources for Lander offers a “loyal, was established in 2006 with * businesses interested in the Lander diverse workforce that Wyoming Business Council funds area 800-433-0662. appreciates the benefits and is located on Lander Main Street. Currently, of working for a successful LEADER CORPORATION the park is home to the (www.leadercorporation.com) Leader company while living in a Atlantic City Credit Corporation is Lander’s Economic community with a high Union, Safeway and Development Organization. Leader Holiday Inn Express. quality of life.” was established in 1983 and was For more information Wyoming’s first private EDO. This call the Community organization continues to lead Resource Department Lander’s economic development 307-332-2870. into the future. For more info call 307-332-2870 or email [email protected]

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among their favorite pastimes, and many say the mountains and deserts that surround the town are the pri- mary reason they choose to live here. Lander is seven miles from Sinks Canyon State Park. The canyon is best known for the Sinks and Rise of the Popo Agie River, where the river dis- appears into the mountainside and then mysteriously reappears a half-mile Lander: downstream in a large pool filled with Real. Western. Spirit. giant brown trout. You commonly see bighorn sheep and deer in Sinks Lander offers myriad community Canyon, and if you are lucky, you may * events, activities and services for spot an elusive mountain lion. Beverly and Monte Paddleford people of all interests. Additionally, first opened the foundry as a our cultural history, (see page 4), parks and recreation (see page 5), and family business in 1986 with the education system (see page 7), are dream of producing world-class well known throughout the state art and sculpture. Since that and the West. time, Eagle Bronze Foundry Our Climate has become the world’s largest producer of bronze monuments. Lander’s geography and mild * climate offers residents full Eagle Bronze Foundry has opportunity to enjoy the four seasons: expanded to 45 employees, • One of the least windiest cities Restaurants & Lodging opened foundaries in Mexico in continental U.S. (average 5.6 mph) Lander has a wide-range of quality and Italy and a new Eagle Bronze • Over 240 sunny days a year * restaurants and lodging. You can Gallery on Lander’s Main Street. eat pad thai, burritos, or sit outside on • Elevation of 5,357 feet The company is renowned for • 13.4” in precipitation annually a deck to enjoy a great American steak with locally brewed beer or a fresh quality and delivers fine art • 108” of snowfall annually green salad at one of the many casting to clients throughout • Average temperature in the venues found in town. Lander also the U.S., Canada, Japan, Europe July is 86 degrees has a number of quality motels known for their friendly ambiance and the Middle East. Safe Community and unique charm. Owner Monte Paddleford Lander’s crime rate is 15% below chose Lander because “we * the national average. Many families who move here indicate liked the access to the outdoors they feel Lander is a safe place to and the friendliness of the raise their children. people. Lander is one of those Outdoors special places where you can still make a deal on a handshake The Wind River Mountains * outside of Lander offer and you know everything is some of the best backpacking, going to be fine. We love fishing, climbing and hunting in this community.” North America. Nearly everyone in Lander lists outdoor recreation

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CultureLander has evolved into a modern into time. Atlantic City is a great place community but the town retains the to stop and eat and enjoy the cool ambience of its colorful western past mountain air. You can also tour the and rich cultural legacy. Historic Carissa Gold Mine, which has recently been opened for visitors. Wind River Indian Reservation Children’s Museum Lander is a proud neighbor of The Lander Children’s Museum * the Wind River Reservation. The * offers a variety of hands-on reservation was created in 1868 and exhibits and a friendly environment is home to the Eastern and for children of all ages. Northern Arapaho tribes. One of the area’s most famous ancestors, The Lander museum site Sacajawea who led Lewis and Clark on offers visitors a multi-faceted their expedition across the continent, is buried on the reservation outside opportunity to experience of Fort Washakie. regional history at its best. Both the Eastern Shoshone and the Northern Arapaho have an active With over 10,000 square feet cultural life and throughout the of display space, the newly summer, the reservation is alive with the sound of pounding drums and Brad Christensen completed Fremont County stamping feet as powwow season Art Center Pioneer Museum provides an brings dancing, horseracing, gaming impressive assortment of and other traditional forms of enter- The Art Center opened in 2002 with the help of local artists and a regional historical artifacts in tainment to the Wind River Valley. * rural development grant. The center a traditional museum format. provides space for exhibitions and The museum is surrounded by classes, and promotes the arts in the the Museum of the American Lander community. West’s “Pioneer Village,” which City of Bronze includes a number of historic, Lander is known to many as the restored buildings from the * “City of Bronze.” It’s easy to valley’s pioneer days for visitors understand why when you see the to explore. many bronze statues decorating the Wind River Visitors Council town’s main thoroughfare. Lander The Traveler’s Welcome Center City Historical also offers several art galleries for visitors to purchase quality pieces of offers travelers a comfortable Trail Corridor art from well-known local artists. and safe facility to relax and get In the mid-to-late 1800s, hun- off the beaten path. While * dreds of thousands of pioneers Stub Farlow traveled over South Pass en resting, visitors can enjoy route to California, Oregon Wyoming’s license Lander’s culture and history and Utah. Miners in search plates display a rendition of a man at its museums or take in the of gold followed the settlers on a bucking horse. small shops and restaurants and the towns of South Pass City and Atlantic City were This man is the famous along Main Street. established to feed, house and bucking-horse rodeo champion Stub entertain the men who followed the Farlow who lived here in Lander. boom. Today, South Pass City is open to visitors seeking to step back 4 RECREATION&

OutdoorsLander is the gateway to the Wind River Mountains and a remarkable place to live for those who appreciate the outdoors and recreation. Outdoor Opportunities Imagine playing in millions of * public acres in your backyard! Lander offers your family unlimited outdoor opportunities: • Camping with family and friends • Rock Climbing at Sinks Canyon and Wild Iris Within the City In 2004, the local Mothers • Horseback of PreSchoolers (MOPS) in LANDER GOLF CLUB. riding, hiking Lander had a vision to build a and backpacking Lander’s golf course is a summer * modern playground facility for – the area includes paradise for golfers offering 18 holes hundreds of miles of amazing golf in one of the least their children. One year later, of forest trails for windy cities in the country. Fees are these determined mothers low, the atmosphere is relaxed and the enthusiasts completed their fundraising who enjoy the the course challenges golfer’s of all solitude of the levels—how can you go wrong? goal of more than $200,000.

© Pascal Beauvais/NOLS backcountry PARKS & RECREATION The dream playground was • Hunting for big game – mule deer, Lander is home to 11parks, 6 baseball constructed in 2005 by pronghorn antelope, elk, moose, fields, 7 soccer fields, 6 tennis courts, hundreds of community and bear an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor volunteers. Modeled after • Snowmobiling, mountain biking ice-skating rink, and groomed cross- and four-wheeling over 150 miles country ski trails. Lander’s Main Street circa of trails. 1880s, the playground LANDER AREA PATHWAY SYSTEM includes one of Lander’s • Cross-country skiing on groomed Lander has some great biking and trails near South Pass City and in walking opportunities in and around first branding slogans Sinks Canyon. town and along Lander Area Pathway “Where the Rails End and System, which provides non-motor- the Trails Begin.” ized paved paths along the Middle Fork of the Popo “When you see all the kids Agie River. enjoying this playground, you know it makes our community a better place,” said one of the project leaders, Lisa Lowham. “Lander is a community that continually proves anything is possible when a community comes together. This truly is a very special place to live.”

5 FromEve playing in the sunnts to International cruising in the snow, Lander Climber’s Festival offers no shortage of events all year round. Pack your bags, get stoked, and come to Lander for 4th of July the best climber’s festival in the world! The largest event in Every summer this * Lander centers event attracts top around our 4th of July superstar climbers for Parade and the oldest parties, games, slideshows, paid Rodeo in the movies and, of course, © NOLS world. During this time, some climbing up at the population of Lander Sinks Canyon or Wild Iris. The National Outdoor Leadership triples in size to about 20,000 people. For three days, the community enjoys Lander Brew Fest! School (NOLS) is the world’s an old-style rodeo complete with premier outdoor education organi- roping, bull riding, wild horse relays Looking for fun in the sun in zation. NOLS takes students of and barrel races. Then on July 4th, * June? You won’t be disappointed with the Lander Brew Fest. This all ages on extended wilderness the Pioneer Days Parade brings the Old West back to life. After the relaxing event attracts more than 15 expeditions to teach outdoor skills, parade, you can enjoy the Lander different brewmasters to Lander City develop leadership, and teach Rotary Club Buffalo Barbeque at Park to show off their wares. There about the natural environment. City Park, with music and fun for all are taste tests, competitions, live music and great food to keep you entertained. Lander was selected as the location ages. To cap the fun, at night the sky over town lights up with fireworks for the non-profit school because displays from the city and private Heart of the West of the community’s easy access to citizens celebrating the nation’s Art Show and Sale the Wind River Mountains. Over the birthday. Top artists from around the West last 45 years, NOLS has expanded * converge every October in Lander to 14 wilderness classroom locations Community Concerts for the Heart of the West Invitational around the world. Lander’s Community Concert Art Show and Sale. Attendees can * Series is the longest running enjoy watching while an artist paints In 2009, NOLS was selected for series in Wyoming. Professional a new piece of art, and can purchase artwork directly from the artist. the second year in a row as one of dancers, orchestras, bands, and many other entertainers from around the Outside Magazine’s “Best Places country will knock your socks off! International Pedigree to Work”. The quality of these fine arts events Stage Stop Dog Sled Race will astound you. “NOLS is totally committed to The International Pedigree Stage Lander,” says Bruce Palmer, the The One Shot * Stop Dog Sled Race is the largest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. school’s admission and marketing Antelope Hunt In January, top mushers and their director. “It is an outdoorperson’s The One Shot is held every year bands of four- mecca and an incredible commu- * in September. Celebrities and legged furry nity. A number of years ago we politicians from around the country friends compete gather for this event, which celebrates on the Lander leg asked our staff and alumni where the heritage of hunting. Representa- of this multi-stage our new headquarters building tives from the Eastern Shoshone Tribe race. The race should be located. The response begin the event with a traditional offers spectators was overwhelming: NOLS is blessing and finish with the exciting the unique opportunity to Lander and Lander is NOLS!” “Legend of the Hunt” performance. meet the mushers and dogs up close. 6 “Wisdom in God’s Country” - * Wyoming Catholic College is a liberal arts college that is the only private four-year college in the state. The curriculum is dedicated to teaching the physical, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions of knowl- edge, and immerses students in the beauty of the outdoors. Lander offers a variety of unique education opportunities for all National Outdoor kinds of interests: Leadership School Established in Lander in 2007, Fremont County School Learn from the leader in District #1 * wilderness education - NASA’s Wyoming Catholic College provides astronauts do! NOLS is the premiere a four-year, liberal arts education One of the best all-round outdoor education school in the devoted to the formation of the * academic and athletic school world. You'll have a blast while you whole person through the spiritual, districts in the state, FCSD #1 is learn the skills to comfortably and dedicated to excellence. The goal of responsibly enjoy the wilderness physical and intellectual dimensions. the district, according to Board backcountry. Chair Bruce Palmer, is “Focus on To accomplish this, the college every child, every day, every time.” Central Wyoming College immerses students in the beauty ATHLETICS Central Wyoming College is a of the outdoors, introduces Lander Valley High School has been local centered recognized by the Casper Star-Tribune * them to the wisdom of Western in Riverton with a branch in Lander. repeatedly as the 3A all-class high tradition and thought as found This junior college’s services reach school, which is awarded to high far beyond providing educational in the Great Books, and includes schools that have the most successful programs. The college is also the the best of the Catholic spiritual athletic programs. cultural center for the region. The heritage as part of students’ daily LVHS BAND college is best known for its Wyoming lives. Students graduate with the Recognized as one of the top bands PBS station, outstanding computer in the state every year. science and nursing programs. degree of Bachelor of Arts. SWIMMING TEAM Wyoming Catholic College believes LVHS Boys Swimming Team has won Lander Christian 13 state championships in a row. Academy Lander is small enough to offer a CONTINUING EDUCATION Lander Christian Academy is unique western experience, but LVHS students attend prestigious * an elementary school that large enough to provide all services universities around the country on incorporates Christian values into expected in the modern world. athletic and academic scholarships. its daily educational activities. LVHS graduates National Merit Former Bishop of Cheyenne, Scholar Finalists nearly David Ricken once stated “The every year. campus site and the town of Lander are so perfect for our needs that you have to believe it’s providential that we found them both together.”

7 Water Treatment Police Department CITY OF LANDER 19 full-time officers 307-332-2870 Source: Popo Agie River Capacity: 8 million gallons per day Average Consumption: 4 million gallons per day Water Storage Capacity: 7 million gallons Sewage Treatment CITY OF LANDER 307-332-2870 Hospital Type of Treatment: Lagoon system The Lander Business Park Capacity: 4 million gallons per day LANDER REGIONAL HOSPITAL was constructed in 2006 Average Demand: 2.2 million 307-332-4420 gallons per day Bed facility: 81 along Lander’s Main Street Physicians: 40 with funding provided by the Solid Waste Communication Wyoming Business Council. FREMONT COUNTY SOLID Technology The site was chosen for a WASTE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 307-332-7040 business park after the The technology infrastructure in Lander Landfill Site: 2 miles Lander meets the communication former Lander Valley High northeast of Lander needs of modern industries and School was demolished. includes fiber optic connectivity.

The business park is managed Convention Facilities by the Tiger Joint Powers LANDER COMMUNITY CENTER 307-332-2870 Board, a joint venture between Accomodates: 800 Fremont County School INN AT LANDER District #1 and the City of 307-332-2847 Lander. While several lots Accomodates: 450 have been sold, ½ acre – 1½ HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS acre lots are still available at Airports 800-315-2621 Accomodates: 80 the Lander Business Park. GENERAL AVIATION 307-332-5390 PRONGHORN LODGE The purpose of the Lander Hunt Field at Lander: Most based 307-332-3940 Accomodates: 200 Business Park is to provide aircraft of any GA airport in Wyoming business ready lots and to create COMMERCIAL Lander Motels 307-856-1307 jobs that pay sustainable wages. Riverton Regional Airport: 24 miles Motels: 11 north, flights serviced by Great Lakes Rooms available: 412 For information about the Airlines to DIA For more information about specific motels, please call the Lander business park, call the City Fire Department Chamber of Commerce of Lander at 307-332-2870. 307-332-3892 LANDER VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Volunteers: 40 Fire Insurance Rating: 5

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