STAR VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL BOOKS INVENTORY DETAILS
1. Overview
Title: Star Valley Magazine: Summer Guide 2003
Author:
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Publisher: Dan Dockstader
Publishing Date: 2003
Number of Pages: 47
ID#: 286
Location: Website
2. Evaluation
Evaluator's Name(s): Kent and Polly Erickson
Date of Evaluation: November 2014
Key Words:
Included Names: Sarah Hale
3. Synopsis
This Star Valiev Independent publication highlights different facets of life in Star Valley. The Table of Contents follows:
Calendar of Events Lincoln County Fair Erickson Superbull National Forest Afton Wildlife in Star Valley Thayne Star Valley Excursions Star Valley Chamber Member Listing Forest Service Cabins Alpine Star Valley Pageant Camping Guide Our Nation's Birthday 4th of July Celebrations Historical Summer Theater Pioneer Museum
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P.O. Box 129 CALL WYOMING MORTGAGE & INVESTMENTS Afton, Wyoming 83110 For personalized, prompt, friendly semce, call Charlotte Email: s\[email protected] Plione: 307-885-5727 Fax: 307-885-5742 • Loan Programs forEvery Borrower • Clrcaiivc Plnunciiig Available PublisiuT/Ediior Dan Dockstader • C-ompciitivc (lonsiruction Financing'' C^oniriijuiiiig Writers/ Sarah Hale • Owncr/Biiildcr Fitiancin^'' Plioiographers Garren Stauffer • (IdiiiincR'ial i'inaiicing Dan Dockstader • Ijni^r-Tcriii Fitiancin^'' Jermy Wight • Rclliiancin^' OHice Manager Patjla Nielcl • ildinc luiuiiy Lines • I-owcst Morijragc Rates Availai)ie Circulation/Office Jana Bi7ant xss-Thaii-l\'rfc('[ Credit Pro^^rams Advertising/Design Josh Hendei'son Patty Taylor Isyour 30>^arloan advertised below 5%or do youwant to Magazine Layout Josh Henderson knoM'lioAvto save thousandswhen building a iieAV home?
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By Sarah Hale With the unique towns that create Summer in Star Valley is a magical the backbone of Star Valley, there is times ofyear in a very magical place. always something happening from Where else on earth can you find the baseball to street dances and storytime perfect blend ofthe outdoors and small to soccer. town life? The local business owners dedicate Surrounded by national forests on long hours to providing their cus every side, Star Valley is an outdoors- tomers with the services and products mans paradise. needed to thrive in this little valley. Whether it is a campground setting To put it simply, valley business you are seeking or a backpack trail, owners go out of their way to make camping options are limitless through sure customer service and community out the valley and the many mountain pride come first. ranges that surround it. From the Cheese Factory to the Star Valley is fed by seven mountain mouth of Greys River, from the South lakes, three major rivers and innumer End to the Narrows, there is some able fresh water springs, creeks and thing for everyone to be found in this streams. corner of summer paradise. The mix creates an explosive combi Welcome to Summer! And, welcome nation of trout fishing that is second to to Star Valley! none in the world.
Table of Contents
Calendar of Events Pg6 Lincoln County Fair Pg8 Erickson Superbull PglO National Forest Pgl2 Afton pgl4 * Wildlife in Star Valley Pgl6 Thayne Pgl8 Star Valley Excursions Pg 20 Star Valley Chamber Member Listing.... Pg26
"♦v . ^ Forst Service Cabins Pg32 Four Wheelers Pg34 Alpine Pg36 Star Valley Pageant Pg38 Camping Guide Pg40 Our Nations Birthday 4th of July Celebrations Pg42 Historical Summer Theater Pg44 Pioneer Meseum Pg46
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4th in AFTON: Parade, games in MAY the park, mud volleyball, fish scram SEPTEMBER 14th: Anniversary of the National 17th: Armed Forces Day Show, spon ble, street dance after rodeo (see relat Anthem; story of its origin 7:30 p.m., sored by the American Legion Post 46, ing story for times) refreshments and visiting (Thayne) 7 p.m. at the Alpine Civic Center 25-26: Pioneer Village and Star 17-23: Citizenship Day and (Alpine) Valley Historical Pageant (Afton) 19-22: Town of Thayne clean up 26th: Thayne Fireman's Jr. Rodeo Constitution Week (Thayne) week (May 20 Arbor Day Celebration); starting at 10 a.m. (Thayne) 17th: Citizenship Day and anniver meet at town park, gloves, shovels and 26th: Thayne annual Car Show sary of the signing of the Constitution rakes will be helpful (Thayne) (Thayne) (Thayne) 26th: Thayne sidewalk sale and flea 19th: Thayne Potluck Dinner of JUNE market, craft booths (Thayne) 18th Century recipes 7 p.m. (Thayne) 13th-15th: MOUNTAIN DAYS celebra 20th: Constitutional Trivia Contest tion in Alpine (Alpine) AUGUST 10 a.m. at Town Hall (Thayne) 22-23: Family reading and discus 21st: Second Annual Super Bull 2-9: Lincoln County Fair 2003 at the Rodeo; Lincoln County Fairgrounds fairgrounds (see related story for sion of the Constitution (recommend (Afbon) ed) (Thayne) events) (Afton) 9th: Annual Town of Alpine Picnic JULY at the Alpine Town Park (Alpine) OCTOBER 4th in ALPINE Patriotic celebra 9th: Swift Creek 5K Run; 18th: Fourth Annual "Fleiz Market," tion and weekend festivities in Alpine Registration fee $10 before day of race sponsored by the Alpine Area Business (see relating story for times) or $12 day of race; check in at Canyon Alliance, at the Alpine Civic Center 4th in THAYNE: Flag raising, View Park 7:30 a.m. (Afton) (Alpine) breakfast, parade, shooting/archery Week ofAugust 26: Early registra 23rd: Star Valley Cheese Days; mer contest, fireworks at dusk (see relating tion for Girl Scouts (girls ages 5-18). chant special sale day; cheese recipe story for times) Contact Marge at 886-9744. feed and contest (Thayne)
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By Dan Dockstader provides thrills and excitement. continue into the evening. Randy Travis will headline the The jr. rodeo, demolition derby, Please see the accompanying sched 2003 Lincoln County Fair and it will bullmania, and two nights of rodeo ule for all of the week's events. happen in a new location. action will also be featured in the For ticket information and current grandstand. updates on the 2003 Lincoln County Meanwhile, under the big top tent Fair see http://www.thelincolncounty- fair.com/ on the web. RANDY,.TRAVIS musical presentations and and enter 4«>>< x.a ^ taining events begin at 12 noon and
Lincoln County Fair Grand Stand Schedule
Date Event Time August 02 Jr. Rodeo 6:30 p.m. August 04 Demolition Derby 7:00 p.m. This year the Lincoln County Fair August 05 Bullmania 8:00 p.m. opens Saturday, Aug. 2 and continues August 06 Arena Cross (Motorcycle Racing) 7:00 p.m. through Saturday, Aug. 9 on the August 07 Rodeo 8:00 p.m. grounds of the former University of August 08 Rodeo 8:00 p.m. Wyoming Research Farm in Afton. Each day is full of entertainment August 09 Randy Travis in Concert 8:00 p.m. including Randy Travis in concert on with Ty England Saturday, Aug. 9. August 02 Parade- Washington Street 4:30 p.m. Throughout the week expect a full August 09 Horse Pull - Little Arena 9:00 a.m. schedule of fun for all at the fair with the theme, "Experience an old fash Ticket pricing: ioned fair with brand new flair." Jr. Rodeo Free In addition to the Randy Travis concert, major events are scheduled All other events except concert each evening in the grandstand. ages 3-11; $8, 12 and up; $25, immediate family A new event this year will be the Concert: $25 presale, $30 after August 7 Arena Cross, a motorcycle event that
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Star^Valley agazine Living on the Wild Side with the SUPERBULL
By Sarah Hale Summer 2003 will mark the second annual Erickson Super Bull. This all bull rodeo (with its top of the line rid ers, breath-taking rides and fun side .-1 ip shows) is fast becoming one of Star Valley's "hot picks" for summer fun. The event is scheduled to take place Saturday, June 21 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. This year the Super Bull, produced wm and sponsored by Erickson Assett P I £ Management, will feature more than 30 bulls. The event is invitation only and more than 80 percent of the bull riders are procard cowboys. Along with bull riding, there will also be muttin' bustin' and a wild cow 'Vn milking contest. A $300 pot will cer tainly draw a crowd for the bull poker W'l contest. ; 4n1 The concession stands will be open and operating for the event too. The Erickson Super Bull will be the first event ever held at the New Lincoln County Fairgrounds. So, saddle up and hit the trail to see the spirit of cowboying at its very best. Tickets are available at Erickson Asset Management, Thrifty Print and Office Supply or at the gate the night of the event.
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Star Valley Mpgazin^ National Forests provide excellent outdoor opportunities around valley
By Garren Stauffer The national forest lands surrounding Star Valley pro vide some of the finest recreational opportunities in America, year round. The area has the distinction of being bordered by three national forests, which provide an abundance of terrain and recreational opportunities. Bridger-Teton Forest The Bridger-Teton National Forest is the second largest forest in the United States, outside ofAlaska. More than 3 million acres in size, the forest lies in west ern Wyoming, near Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks. 5^ This forest comprises the eastern and southern bound aries of Star Valley. The area is noted for its unusual scenery and natural fea tures, large and diverse wildlife populations and habitat for threatened and endangered species. The Bridger-Teton Forest contains the headwaters of four major river basins: the Yellowstone (Missouri/Mississippi basin); Snake (Columbia basin); Green (Colorado basin): and the Bear River {Great Basin). In addition, seven major mountain ranges are found within the forest boundaries. Located within the Bridger-Teton National Forest, the Greys River drainage provides easy access from Star Valley to scenic forests and camping opportunities. The Greys River Road, at Alpine, is the most common entry point into the Greys River and Little Greys River drainages. The area can also be accessed from the south via Smith's Fork Road, near Smoot. The Greys River area offers several campgrounds, as well north to Yellowstone National Park and east into Idaho. as many opportunities for ofT-site camping. Campgrounds and boat ramps along the Palisades Caribou National Forest Reservoir are easily accessed from Star Valley. The Caribou National Forest covers more than 1 million Hunting, fishing, boating and water-skiing are all popu acres in southeast Idaho and defines the western side of lar activities in the Targhee National Forest. Star Valley. The three national forests that surround Star Valley are The forest was created in 1907 under an order from rich in natural wonders ranging from grasslands to dense President Theodore Roosevelt. The Lander Cutoffoff the Oregon Trail enters Star Valley stands of timber, lush canyons, pristine wildlands, clear near Smoot and exits northwest of Afton through the lakes and wild rivers, alpine meadows, caves, craggy ridges Caribou National forest. and towering mountain peaks. Camping, hiking, fishing and trail riding are easily avail Within the three forests' boundaries are 6 million acres of able in the Caribou Forest, east of Star Valley. public lands. Targhee National Forest The U.S. Forest Service welcomes visitors to the national The 1.8 million acre Targhee National forest is accessed lands surrounding Star Valley. from the north end of Star Valley. Guests are reminded to practice good stewardship, help The forest stretches from Palisades Reservoir, at Alpine, prevent forest fires and treat wildlife appropriately.
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13 Star^^alley Magazine 2003 o AFTON A pleasant mix of old and new
By Sarah Hale Intermittent Spring is also the town's in early August. Afton, Wyoming is the largest of the water source. Last year Afton turned 100 years three incorporated towns in Star Valley Want to taste fresh spring water, old. And, the history of the town and and, is the home of the World's Largest just grab a glass and turn on the tap. Star Valley is full of humor, hardship Elkhorn Arch. Several events highlight the sum and dedication. Just east of Aflon, in Swift Creek mer season in Afton. Rodeos are Learn how the pioneers lived by vis Canyon, is the Intermittent Spring (also planned for each month of the summer iting Afton's Pioneer Museum, located called the Periodic Spring). During late with the Erickson Super Bull in June, at the north end of town. summer and early fall the geyser has an the Fourth ofJuly Celebration and the To see history in the making, tour intermittent water flow (stopping and Lincoln County Fair in August. the Aviat Airplane factory. starting at regular intervals). Other "don't miss" summer events For both the longtime area resident, Besides being one of only three such include the annual street dance (on the new neighbor or the tourist, Afton springs in the world, Afton's main street in Afton), the Fourth of definitely has something for everyone. July celebration (see related Stop. Take a look around. And, enjoy article in this magazine for a taste of small town goodness like it details) and the Swift Creek Run was meant to be experienced.
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By Garren Stauffer The area provides the chance to see use it. The scenic beauty Star Valley has to deer, elk, moose, birds of prey, coyotes, Even outside of primary bear areas, offer in the summer draws locals and black bears, mountain lions and even forest visitors should travel wisely, visitors alike into the nearby moun possibly wolves and grizzly bears. staying alert for signs ofanimals in the tains. In some areas of the national forest, area. The national forests that surround the Forest Service has issued food stor Wildlife experts recommend keeping the area provide top-notch opportuni age orders, requiring food be stored in at least 100 yards away from bears and ties for camping, fishing and hiking. a manner less likely to encourage con 25 yards away from other large ani While the mountains provide scenic flict between animals and humans. mals. vistas and great recreational opportu Almost in all cases, the food storage When camping, the Forest Service nities, they also provide a home to orders are used in areas occupied by recommends storing food 100 yards many species of animals. black bears, very adaptable animals away from sleeping areas. Encountering wildlife on the trail that can easily become accustomed to The agency also recommends cook can be a rewarding experience and pro human presence and human food. ing 100 yards from sleeping areas. vide great photographic moments. In addition to food storage, in bear- Coolers, backpacks, wooden boxes Visitors to the back country must prone areas the Forest Service recom and tents aren't bear resistant. keep in mind, however, that the forest mends hikers and outdoor enthusiasts By modifying behavior, humans can creatures are wild animals. carry pepper spray and know how to help minimize conflict with wildlife. i»^S'4V»V»'V*^V»'4V*\Vk'*VVWVV*¥VVVV«'0 WRANGLER REALTY Historical Wyoming Peak .VvX*\V\V^^*^x\VI\X\XVVxx\\\V\V\V/ Lookout Tower Located on Welcomes You to WYOMING YOUR National Forest! • Small Acreage • Residential • Ranches • Commercial Near Yellowstone, Tetons, Airports, Hunting, Fishing & Skiing NO STATE TAX!
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By Sarah Hale Thayne could be called the heart of Star Valley. Its central location to the rest of the Valley's population, along with its hometown feel, make it an excellent location for "all season fun." ^1 Thayne's central location to rivers, mountains and wilderness make it the perfect base camp for a variety of out -.i door activities. As home to the famous Star Valley Cheese Factory, Thayne is not only the place to find world class cheese prod ucts, but also to find a variety of sum mer fun. M, Summer 2003 kicked off with the annual town clean up and Arbor Day celebration. As a member of the Tree City USA organization, the Town of Thayne works hard to maintain its trees and landscaping. July marks the arrival of the annu al Fourth of July celebration. 4 Festivities start at 7 a.m. with a flag raising and town hosted breakfast. Then patriotic celebrations continue ter, Thayne is gearing up for a patriot throughout the day to the grand finale, ic celebration. fireworks at dusk, September is the anniversary July is also the time for the month for America's constitution. And, Fireman's Jr. Rodeo, the annual car the Town of Thayne takes that very show and the town's sidewalk and flea seriously. market sale. From celebrating friendship and At the end ofsummer, when the rest community freedom with a town ofthe valley is buttoning down for win- potluck to reading the National
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Star -Valley Mpgazine Greys River Loop star Valley excursions Route: Travel out of Alpine on the Greys River Road by Editor's note:A series of suggested day trips was original Alpine Market and travel upriver or from the Star Valley ly compiled by Jermy Wight as a project for the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce Information Center in Afton travel Chamber ofCommerce. Wight is a former chamberpresident. south on Highway 89 for about 14.7 miles to a point where A random selection from series has been chosen for republi- it starts to climb out of the valley toward Salt River Pass. cation in the 2003 Star Valley Magazine Summer Guide. Turn left on the clearly marked Smith Fork Road. Follow the Please note that many ofthe travel directions originate at the gravel Smith Fork road about 20 miles to the LaBarge chamber ofcommerce summer information center. Guard Station. This will take you over Commissary Ridge. At the LaBarge Station turn north Intermittent Spring and follow this road down through Route: From the Star Valley the Grey's River Valley to Alpine Chamber ofCommerce Information and return on Highway 89. It is Center in Afton take 2nd Avenue about seventy miles ofgravel round east to the edge of town where the altogether. street becomes a well maintained Grand loop road: The road is Forest Service gravel road. gravel and dirt and although rough Continue on this road for approxi and washboardy in spots this is a mately five miles to the end of the worthwhile adventure. Plan to take road. Park your automobile, follow your time and spend most of the the signs and hike about 45 min day. Stop frequently. This area and utes along a well developed foot road has great historical signifi path to the springs. cance. The Smith Fork Road often The Intermittent Spring: The follows the Lander Cutoff of the Intermittent Spring, also known as Oregon Trail. This wagon road to the Periodic Spring, is North Oregon was laid out and improved America's only cold water geyser, by Col. Lander and a group of mili and the largest of the three known tary engineers of the US Army in fluctuating springs in the world. 1859. The cutoff saved 100 miles No one knows what makes the for the pioneers going to Oregon. spring start and stop. One theory The route of the pioneers climbed suggests action is due to a natural over 9,000 feet through the moun syphon from an underground lake. tains. This area was used by the During the fall and winter the Rocky Mountain Fur Company 45 cycles occur at about 18 minute years before Col. Landers. The intervals. The rest of the year the route was known by the trappers variations are less noticeable. but it took Col. Landers to make it The spring was discovered in passable for wagons. 1908 by four brothers who, while Observations: This is beautiful seeking a timber source in the mountain country. When you reach canyon, discovered a dry creek bed. the summit of Commissary Ridge Later on their return down the you will note the drainage goes in canyon, the creek bed was fiiU of three directions. LaBarge Creek water. They waited to discover the runs south toward the Gulf of mystery and watched the water California; the Greys River runs cease to run and then start up again. north and eventually goes into the Observations: Carry your cam Columbia River and Pacific Ocean; era, sweater and a lunch. Watch for and the Smith Fork drainage runs game, in particular deer along the into the Great Salt Lake. The road creek bottom. Moose and elk are is not open until late spring. Check also a possibility as well as smaller animals, such as mar with the Greys River District Ranger Office, 307-885-3166 if mots, rabbits, and ground squirrels etc. there is a question. There are no services along the road. Identify Alder, Maples, Chokecherry trees. Aspen, Trout Fishing Balsam and Spruce. Notice the geology of uplifted sand Route: Star Valley has more fishable trout streams you stones and the glacial scars high on the canyon walls. can drive to than anywhere else in the nation. Several areas Picnic tables are located at the end of the road. have been designated along the Salt River for public access Cautions: The road is not steep or winding but, it is nar to good fishing holes. The Greys River and Little Greys row and not suitable for large RVs or buses. There are no River are beautiful mountain fresh water streams with known poisonous plants and no venomous snakes. Drive roads running alongside the streams for seventy miles. All carefully, use caution on the curves and please do not litter. the creeks jdeld fish. Allow about three hours to enjoy this adventure. Continued on page 22
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It is easily traversed by high clear identified by orange slashes under their gills and rainbow ance, short wheelbase vehicles. trout. You will also catch mountain white fish. Although Grover Park leisure drive: From the Star Valley they have a sucker mouth they are not a trash fish. When Chamber ofCommerce Information Center in Afton go north prepared properly they make a fine meal. The average on Highway 89 for 5 miles to the Grover Post Office. Two length of the game fish is from 10 to 14 inches. They strike hundred yards beyond the Post Office turn east or right onto hard and give the angler a good battle. County Road 172. Immediately out of Grover the road will Licensing and observations: Most Star Valley area climb through the forested hills and crest in an open park on sporting goods stores sell licenses. the top that once was the site of a 1930s CCC camp. Follow There are Wyoming resident the gravel road down the north side licenses, short duration licenses of the divide and meet County Road and annual licenses for non-resi 127 at Turnerville, a distance of dents. about seven miles total. The road When you obtain a license you changes to a paved surface and will be given fishing orders that runs into County Road 126 near will describe areas and limits. Be Bedford. Turn west on 126 and it sure and obtain a copy and become N i leads back to Highway 89. familiar with all Wyoming Game Grover Park: This area was a and Fish regulations. Please be convenient locale for early settlers careful around the water. As you to cut timber, hunt game and trap. drive along the highways, notice It supported a CCC Camp before public access signs which designate WWII which accomplished a great prime fishing areas. deal of conservation work. Salt River Mtn. Range Currently the area is used for pic Canyon trips nicking, gathering firewood and summer range for livestock. Route: From the Star Valley Strawberry Creek: From the Chamber ofCommerce Information Star Valley Chamber of Commerce Center in Afton go south on Information Center in Afton travel Highway 89, 8.5 miles to a point north on Highway 89, 12 miles to one mile south of Smoot. There the Bedford cutoff County Road turn left or east on County Road 126. Travel east on 126 for five 153. Watch for a highway sign with miles. As you enter the US Forest a directional arrow pointing toward the paved road becomes a gravel Cottonwood Lake. road. This gravel road is well main Follow this well maintained tained to the hydro-electric power road about six miles and it will end plant where it becomes a dirt road. at a beautiful glacier carved lake. Continue on this road for another Cottonwood Lake: The US two miles and it terminates at the Forest Service maintains excellent reservoir. The dirt portion of the campground facilities and picnic road is rough and rocky. It can be area on the shores ofthis lake. It is traversed best with a high clear greatly under utilized. Overnight ance vehicle or short wheelbase car. camping will require the normal 4-wheel drive would be nice but camping permit that can be may not be necessary. obtained at any Forest Service Strawberry Creek Reservoir: Office. There is such an office in This lake was created in the early Afton. Picnicking does not require 1950's to store water for the hydro a fee. electric power plant. The water is Willow Creek picnicking: flumed two miles and drops 1,000 feet to turn the turbines From the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce Information at the power station. Center in Afton travel north on Highway 89 twelve miles to The electricity generated is placed in the NW Power Grid the Bedford cutoff County Road 126. Travel east along this distribution system. road three miles to the edge of Bedford and turn right on County Road 127. Follow 127, 4 1/2 miles south to the end of Lander Cutoff the oil road in Turnerville. Turn left or east on County Road Route: From the Star Valley Chamber of Commerce 177. This is a dirt and gravel road leading up Willow Creek. Information Center in Afton travel south 13.5 miles to A picnic table is located near the stream. where Highway 89 crosses over the Salt River. There you Willow Creek: Willow Creek is a prominent drainage and will find a historical marker indicating the Lander Cutoff of was the route across the range for fur trappers and Indians. the Oregon Trail. The trail comes to this spot from the Smith The first pioneers used the falling water to power sawmills. Continued on page 24 Star,-Valley Magsizme 22 Building upon our
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23 Star^-Vailey Magazine 200J Continued from page 22 reasonable. There is a golf clubhouse, a driving range, Fork Road. At this spot turn around on Highway 89 and rentals and carts available. Regular players come from travel north to Smoot. The trail generally followed Highway Utah, Idaho and Wyoming to play this course. 89. North of Smoot multiple routes crossed the valley. Most Aspen Hills Golf Course: This is a nine-hole regulation pioneers crossed the Salt River quickly and gained the high par 36. It is the most challenging of all the courses in the er and dryer ground on the west side ofthe Salt River. When valley. It is a private course, but can be open to the public. you reach the Walton Store in Smoot turn left on County You need to call 883-2899 for a tee-off time. The course is Road 148. Follow it until it runs into County Road 140. located at Star Valley Ranch. A very beautiful setting and Follow 140 to Wyo. 283. Stay on 283 for 4 miles to County well laid out course. Fees are nominal for this type ofcourse. Road 134. Turn west on 134 and it Cedar Creek Golf Course: will lead you into Idaho. About one This is an excellent 18-hole course mile west of the Idaho line the with varied degrees ofchallenge. It lygee Valley opens up and a dirt is located at the Star Valley Ranch. road leads off to the right up Stump You need to call 883-2230 for a Creek. From this point you can see reserved tee-off time. This is a pri where the old trail winds west over vate course open to the public. the lowest ridge to Fort Hall Idaho. Many tournaments are held here History: Col. Landers and his in the summer. Army engineers laid out a wagon Star Valley Ranch RV Park road for pioneers going to Oregon in Golf Course: This is a 4,400 yard 1858-60. This area had been used executive 18 course. Easy to mod by the fur trappers since before erate difficulty with a lot of par 3 1312. The route was known to them holes. It is located at Star Valley and was improved by Col. Landers. Ranch Resort. There is a coffee It saved over 100 miles going to shop, pro shop, driving range, Oregon. The route started near rentals and carts. Call for tee-off South Pass on the Continental time 883-2448. Reasonable fees. Divide and traveled south of Auburn Fish Hatchery Pinedale, Wyoming and Big Piney, Route: From the Star Valley Wyoming. The route went up Chamber of Commerce LaBarge Creek and dropped over Information Center in Afton trav Commissary Ridge down the Smith el south on Washington Street Fork River. It diverted over the (main street) five blocks to Nield ridge north to the Salt River Ave. (this is also State Highway Drainage, went through upper Star 238). Follow this road west which Valley and west up Stump Creek leads across the Salt River then and over the mountain to Fort Hall turn north. Follow this paved where it once again joined the old highway for 7 1/2 miles. Watch for Oregon Trail. In 1859 about 19,000 a road sign indicating a direction people used the cutoff trail. to Smoky Canyon Mine and the Observations: The route Wyoming Fish Hatchery. This is described above is for the most part County Road 134. Follow this on oiled roads and runs about 25 road west 2.3 miles and you will miles through the valley. It gives enter Idaho. From the state line one a sense of history. It is a great the turn off to the Auburn learning tool oflocal geography and Hatchery is 1 1/2 miles. history. If your time permits take The gravel road leading off to the Smith Fork road described in the right is well marked with a Greys River Loop trip as far as the sign. Take this road and the LaBarge Guard Station where the Auburn Fish Hatchery is visible in route is very pronounced. the distance ofabout a mile and a half. Goli^ng History: Originally known as the "Western Wyoming General: Another well kept secret of Star Valley is its Hatchery," most of the facility was constructed in 1942. The golf courses. At this elevation and in this crisp mountain air hatchery both hatches fish eggs and cares for fish once they a golf ball can be hit a country mile. The summer days are have hatched. The Auburn Hatchery gets more than halfits always beautiful and the weather accommodating. The fol water from a spring and the remainder from nearby lowing four golf courses are available. Each is unique and Webster Creek. Together, the two water sources supply 3-6 has varying degrees of difficulty. million gallons of water per day to the hatchery at an aver Valli-Vu Golf Course: This nine-hole golf course is age temperature ofabout 49 degrees. Water temperature is located one mile south ofAfton on the east side of Highway an important consideration since it affects growth rates, 89. It is a very pleasant course to play. The fees are most Continued on page 30
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Star.Valley Mp.gazme 26 Afton Paint & Tool Plus Cabin Creek Inn Edward Jones Investments Dave RocknakA/ern Stamper Dannette Dana Randy K. Sanderson Box 1779, Afton WY 83110 211 S. Main, Box 246 625 Washington, Ste. D Box 670 Phone: 886-9697 Thayne WY 83127 Afton WY 83110 Fax: 885-8667 Phone: 883-3262 summer Phone: 886-3161 Retail Paint, Tools, Hardware Phone: 883-2885 winter Fax: 886-3162 e-mail: [email protected] www.edwardjones.com Afton Thrifty Print www.cabincreeekinn.com Investment Securities/Stock & Bond James VanScoyk Lodging/Cabins/Hotel/Motel Brokers/Mutual Funds Box 1118, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 885-2679 Call Air Museum Ellis Big Game Realty Fax: 885-4329 Harry Keyfauver Terri Merica [email protected] Box 1491, Afton WY 83110 Box 460, Thayne WY 83127 Office Supplies/Copy & Fax Phone: 886-9881 Phone: 883-2424 Center/Printer & Graphic Design Fax: 885-9208 Fax: 883-3301 Museum www.stan/alleywy.com/ellisbiggame Aspen Dry Cleaners/Project Real Estate Investments LLC Castle Rock Dodge Lyal & Virginia Radford Steve Bushman/Larry Beach Familee Thriftway 180 N. Main, Box 859 Box 77, Afton WY 83110 Eddie or John Hunsaker ThayneWY 83127 Phone: 885-5337 Box 817, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 883-1000 Fax: 885-9822 Phone:885-5550 Fax: 883-3330 Auto Dealership Fax: 886-921 e-mail: [email protected] Retail Grocery Dry Cleaning/Laundry Colleen Q. Benson, Public Accountant Field of Greens Putting & Pizza Pub Aspen Hills Dental Care Colleen Q. Benson Bond & Georgette Harman James G. Livingston DDS PC 138 NieldAve., Box 54 1357 Muddy String Rd Box 1709, Afton WY 83110 Afton WY 83110 Box 819, Thayne WY 83127 Phone: 885-4337 Phone: 885-0828 Phone: 883-4653 Dentistry Fax: same Fax: 883-4138 e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] Baker & Associates Public Accountant Restaurant /18 Hole Putt Putt Golf Lloyd B. Baker Box 210, Thayne WY 83127 Corral Motel First National Bank Phone:883-2194 Terry/Frances Allred Penny Jones Fax: same 161 Washington, Box 442 Box 1620, Afton WY 83110 Surveyor/Engineer Afton WY 83110 Phone: 885-3500 Phone: 885-5424 Fax: 885-3723 Bank of Star Valley Fax: 885-5464 Banking Bill Ponciano Lodging/Motel Box 8007, Afton WY 83110 Flying Saddle Lodge & Restaurant Phone: 885-0000 Cottonwood Cottage Bed & Mary Beavon/Mike Cranford Fax: 885-6228 Breakfast Box 3227, Alpine WY 83128 e-mail: [email protected] Brain & Kaloni Hall Phone: 654-7561 Banking Box 11, Smoot WY 83126 Fax: 654-7563 Phone: 886-9348 Lodging/ Restaurant Box Y Lodge e-mail: [email protected] Cindy Haberberger Lodging- Bed & Breakfast Flying W Horse Service 28 miles up Greys River Trail Gordan C. White Box 3051, Alpine WY 83128 Direct TV/Kevan Larsen Inc. 852 Perkins Rd., Thayne WY 83127 Phone: 654-7564 Kevan Larsen Phone: 883-2557 Fax: 654-5564 1595 Co. Rd. 125, Thayne WY 83127 Horse Rentals/Tack/Trailer Rentals e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 883-2262 www.boxylodge.com Fax: 883-2264 Continued on next page... Lodging- Log Cabins / Restaurant / e-mail: [email protected] Outfitting / Guest Ranch Satellite TV
27 Star^alley Mj Freedom Star Vinyl Hunky's Technical Services Miller Tax & Accounting Office Derk & Lee Izatt David (Hunky) Dory Reed "Rick" Miller 103470 US Hwy 89 Box 1423, Afton WY 83110 Box 699, Afton WY 83110 Freedom WY 83120 Phone: 886-5443 Phone: 885-4868 Phone: 883-4028 e-mail: [email protected] Fax: 885-0346 General Contractor www.hunkydory.ee Tax Preparation & Bookkeeping Computer & Network Consulting/Web Frenchy's Chicken & Ribs Database Application Programing / Mountain Inn Joan Bardier Application Services Provider John & Gabrielle Harrington Box 3490, Alpine WY 83128 83542 Hwy 89 Phone: 654-7013 J.R. Simplot Company Afton WY 83110 Fax: 654-7012 Dennis Facer Phone: 885-3156 e-mail: [email protected] Box 1270, Afton WY 83110 Lodging/Motel Restaurants Phone: 208-873-3700 Mining Company Nu-Tek Sales & Service Hate's Valley Properties Jim & Sharon Bartleson Dennis L Hale Jackson Hole Chamber of 391 N. Main, Box 920 Box 1616, AftonWY 83110 Commerce Thayne, WY 83127 Phone: 886-9800 Steve Duerr, Exec. Director Phone: 883-3045 Fax: 886-9098 Box E, Jackson WY 83001 Fax: 885-4045 e-mail: [email protected] Phone: 733-3316 e-mail: [email protected] www.halesvalleyproperties.com or Fax: 733-5585 Custon-built Computer Sales & www.starvalleywy.com/halesproperties e-mail: admin ©jacksonholechamber.com Peripherals / Computer Repairs / Real Estate Chamber of Commerce Software Networking / Printer Sales & Repairs / Electronics-Palm Pilots, Hamilton Carpets James D. Dubisz, CPA Copiers, etc. Nathan Hamilton James & Amy Dubisz 450 S. Washington, Box 153 424 Meadows Dr., Box 3649 Outlaw T's of Star Valley GroverWY 83122 Alpine WY 83128 Kara L. Dunnigan Phone: 885-7587 Phone: 654-4227 501 N. Main, Thayne WY 83127 Fax: 885-7588 Fax: 654-4228 Phone: 883-7777 Retail Floor Coverings (Carpet,Vinyl, e-mail: [email protected] Fax: 883-7777 (call 1st) Stone & Ceramic, Tile, Hardwood& Certified Public Accountant & e-mail: [email protected] Laminates Business Consultant T-shirts / Screen Printing / Graphic Design / Transfers / Souvenirs Hansen Oil Company Kringle's Birdhouse Cafe & Vanette Jensen Catering Phone Directories Company 397 N. Washington, Box 1119 Francene Edeson Karyn Hoopes Afton WY 83110 Box 3489, Alpine WY 83128 Box 714, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 885-5741 Phone: 654-7536 Phone: 885-3449 Fax: 886-3839 Fax: 654-7113 Office: 800-443-0801 e-mail: hansenoil @ sllverstar.com e-mail: [email protected] Phone book www.hansenoil.com Retail/Restaurants Utility/Wholesale Petroleum Distributor Pizza Hut Lincoln County Self Reliance Mike Wilson Historic Sulfur Hot Springs Annette Eggleston/Terri Rawson Box 1096, Afton WY 83110 Kyle L. Erickson Box 1449, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 886-9224 Box 82, Auburn WY 83111 Phone: 885-1577 Restaurants/ Pizza Phone: 886-9625 Fax: 885-2577 Print Star Pool/Historic Places/Theraputic Spas e-mail: [email protected] Kendall Call Human Services/Rehabilitation 548 S. Washington, Box 1420 Horse Shoe Inn & Cafe Afton WY 83110 Lorene Schwab / Shelly Fullmer / Lower Valley Energy Phone: 885-9000 Daine Bagley Jim Webb Fax: 885-1111 107757 Hwy 89, Box 5097 Box 188, Afton WY 83110 e-mail: [email protected] Etna WY 83118 Phone: 885-3175 Printer & Graphic Design/Copy & Fax Phone: 883-2281 Fax: 885-5787 Center/FedEx Shipping/Signs & Lodging/ Motel/Cafe/Gift Shop Utilities/Power & Gas Banners/Color Copies
Star^alley Mj 28 Real Estate of Star Valley Stage Coach Realty Sunrise Engineering, INC Caria Stone Laura Faye Jensen Evan J. Simpson Box 3310, Alpine WY 83128 Box 1119, Thayne WY3127 Box 609, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 654-7060 Phone:883-8830 ' Phone: 885-8500 Fax: 654-7068 Fax: 883-8831 Fax: 885-8501 e-mail: RESV@SILVERSTAR,COM e-mail: [email protected] E-mail: esimpson @sunrise-eng.com Real Estate www.starvalleywyoming.com Engineering Firm Real Estate Remedy LLC Surveyor Sciierbel LTD Noel N. Nelson, Sr. Star Valley Independent Marlowe Scherbel Box 1036, Afton WY 83110 Dan Dockstader Box 725, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 883-4853 Box 129, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 885-9319 Fax: 883-4854 Phone: 885-5727 Fax: 885-9809 e-mail: [email protected] Fax: 885-5742 Sun/eyor/ Engineer Environmental Consulting e-mail: [email protected] Taylor's Welding Equipment Media/ Newspaper Rhoads, Howard DDS, PC Nolan Taylor Howard Rhoads 514 N. Washington, Afton Wy 83110 Star Valley Medical Center Phone: 886-3334 431 Washington Ave. Suite 7 Steve Perry Box 1127, Afton WY 83110 Fax: 886-5573 Box 579, Afton WY 83110 Phone: 885-9244 Home Phone: 885-5574 Phone: 885-5855 Fax: 885-9245 Farm Equipment Dealer/Kobota Fax: 885-5889 Tractors-MacDon Hay Equipment docrhoads@ silverstar.com e-mail: [email protected] Dentist Medical Services Thayne Senior Citizen Center RIgo Chaparro Ins. Agency/State Farm Alica Winter Rigo Chaparro Star Valley Rancii Association Box 298, Thayne WY 83127 707 N. Washington, Box 759 Sharon Backus Phone: 883-2678 Afton WY 83110 781 Vista East, Box 159 Fax: 883-2680 Senior Citizen Center Phone: 886-5296 Thayne WY 83127 Phone: 883-2669 Fax: 886-0211 The Inn at Deer Run Fax: 883-2016 e-mail: e-mail: [email protected] R. Max Steadman [email protected] Box 905, Thayne WY 83127 www.starvalleywy.com/svra/ Insurance Sales Phone: 883-3444 Homeowner's Association / Golf / e-mail: [email protected] Silver Star Communications Swimming / Tennis / Snowmobiling Allen Hoopes www.silverstar.com/steadman/ Lodging- Bed & Breakfast/ Gift/ Box 226, Freedom WY 83120 Star Valley Realty Miniature Golf Phone: 883-2411 W. Tom Davis Fax: 883-2575 746 S. Washington, Box 248 The Old Mill Utilities/Phone & Internet Afton WY 83110 Rob Erickson Phone: 885-3892 3497 Dry Creek Rd., Afton WY 83110 Silver Stream Lodge Fax: 885-3994 Phone: 886-0520 Len & Rochelle Gross e-mail: [email protected] Lodging- Log Cabins 95329 Hyw. 89, Afton WY 83110 www.starvalleyrealty.com Phone: 883-2440 Real Estate The Rocking P Bed & Breakfast Fax: 883-2140 Lucy Probyn e-mail: [email protected] Star Valley Senior Citizens Center Box 127, Smoot WY 83126 www.silverstreamlodge.com Shirley Hyde Phone: 886-0455 Lodging- Log Cabins/ Restaurant Box 883, Afton WY 83110 Lodging- Bed & Breakfast Phone: 886-3780 Snider's Rustic inn Senior Citizen Center Tom Davis Agency Don & Jymme Snider W. Tom Davis 473 N. Main, Box 1326 Steadman's Old West Miniatures 746 S. Washington, Box 248 Thayne WY 83127 R. Max Steadman Afton,WY 83110 Phone: 883-0222 Box 905, Thayne WY 83127 Phone: 885-3892 Fax: 883-0224 Phone: 883-3444 Fax: 885-3994 www.snidersrusticinn.com www.silverstar.com/steadman/ stead- www.tomdavisagencycom [email protected] man®silverstar.com [email protected] Lodging/Motel Gift Shop- Miniatures Independent Insurance Agency
29 Star^alley Mj Town of Afton Village Furniture & Appliance Continued from page 24 Mayor Chad Jensen Terry Hoopes susceptibility to disease and even Box 310, Afton WY 83110 Box 705, Afton WY 83110 where the fish may be planted. The hatchery accounts for the highest pro Phone: 885-8696 Phone: 885-3814 duction of Cutthroat and Mackinaw Fax: 885-2489 Fax: 885-9855 Trout in Wyoming. They also raise e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] Brook and Splake Trout. Some 50,000 Retail Furniture/ Floor Coverings Local Government fish 10 inches or larger are planted annually, many in local streams, to Town of Alpine Wells Fargo Bank maintain the high quality of fishing Mayor David Lloyd Hal R. Robinson enjoyed by sportsmen. Box 3070, Alpine, WY 83128 Box 8, Afton WY 83110 Observations: The Hatchery is Phone: 654-7754 Phone: 886-3128 open to visitors 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. seven Fax: 654-7454 www.wellsfargo.com days a week. The facility is an educa e-mail: [email protected] Banking tional place to visit. You may wish to www.aprmewyoming.org combine this visit with a trip over the Local Government Beck, Liz Lander Cutoffof the Oregon Trail 625 Alta Drive SVR Aviat Aircraft Town of Thayne Box 868, Thayne WY 83127 Route: From the Star Valley Mayor Robert E. King Phone: 883-3034 Chamber of Commerce Information Box 298, Thayne WY 83127 e-mail: [email protected] Center in Afton go south on U.S. 89 Phone: 883-2668 about four blocks. Aviat, Inc. is located Fax: 883-2680 Coffey, Maxine S. on the west side of the street. www.stan/alleywy.com/thayne Box 1325, Afton WY 83110 Aviat: Manufactures the world Local Government Phone: 886-3634 renowned Pitts Acrobatic Aircraft, the Eagle homebuilt kit aircraft, and the USDA Forest Sen/ice Grover, Margaret Ann Husky A-1. The Pitts is a world charti- Greys River Ranger Box 3092, Alpine WY 83128 pion in aerobatic competition and a favorite ofairshows from Paris, France Carol Larson Phone: 654-7776 to Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The Husky A-1 Box 339, Afton WY 83110 Fax: 654-8301 is very versatile for patrol of wild Phone: 886-3166 e-mail: [email protected] game, pipelines, powerlines, farm Fax: 885-1339 ground or for enjoyment of flight. Government Services - Forestry Theodore R. Smith Afton, Wyoming is known to all of Box 3516, Alpine WY 83128 the world as the place to go for the Phone: 883-3127 Valiey Computer Services best aircraft in aerobatics and/or Paula McCann work and play. Aviat is rightfully Box 3205, Alpine WY 83128 Whitefoot, Harold & Ann proud of its aircraft and the quality of Phone: 883-2635 Box 1011, Thayne WY 83127 their workmanship. Fax: 883-4635 Phone: 883-2760 Site: Due to Insurance limitations e-mail:[email protected] Fax: 883-2761 the factory and aircraft ramp in Afton www.starvalleywy.com/valleycomp.htm e-mail: [email protected] is not open for public. But you are Web Site Design & Hosting more than welcome to come to the Wolfe, Robert main office for more information on the Valley Market 1952 Christy Rd. factory built Pitts or Husky. Kip R. Wilkes Defiance OH 43512-9797 Freedom Arms Box 890, Thayne WY 83127 Phone: 419-428-3010 Route: From the Star Valley Phone: 883-3399 email: [email protected] Chamber of Commerce Information Fax: 883-3599 Center in Afton go north on Highway e-mail: [email protected] 89 for 18 miles. About four miles Retail Grocery north of Thayne, Wyoming State Highway 239 comes in from the left Valley Pharmacy & Lower Valley Drug or west. Take Highway 239 west for Paul & Alan Stauffer/Dan Richins approximately 1/2 mile and you will Box 99, Afton WY 83110 see a large industrial building on the right. This is Freedom Arms, Inc. Phone: 885-9804 Freedom Arms, Inc.: The Fax: 885-9760 Casull handguns, individually hand e-mail: [email protected] crafted revolvers, are manufactured www.starvalleydrug.com here. Besides excellent workman Pharmacy ship, the outstanding feature of the
StarJ/alley M; 30 ^^206>3 weapon is its power. Site: Freedom Arms, Inc. main tains a static display of weapons on site and has a short video showing the weapons in action. Visitors are wel WYOMING HOME &RANCH CO. | come in the reception area during nor mal working hours. Historic Tabernacle "IFe Know the Territory" | The building: The most impressive OFFICE (307) 6S4-7898 FAX (307) 654-7403 | landmark, and source of community pride, is the LDS Tabernacle. The building, located at 375 Jefferson Street in Afton, is the property of the Let us help find vour "Wvomina Lifestvie Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Lots • Homes • Ranchettes • Ranches Saints. Visitors are welcome to view this unique structure of Middle Acreages • Condos • Commercial English design.
History: The cornerstone of the 9 original building was laid on August Call today or stop in for updated information on new listings { 21, 1904. After five years the con struction phase was completed and the first dedicatory service was held DONN H. WOODEN, JOE W. BRESSLER, on August 15, 1909 with President of Broker/Owner 654-7592 ^ ^ Sales Assoc. 883-4668 the LDS Church, Joseph F. Smith, presiding. Sandstone for construction Web Page: http://www.starvalleywy.com/wh&r.htm came from a quarry at Poison Creek, E-mail: whr@silverstar > a tributary ofCrow Creek on the west side of the valley, near Fairview. The Located Downtown in Alpine, WY fS first stone was carried to the building site by teams of horses and wagons. The stone was hand hewn to meet the Middle English design. A tower ascending 140 feet above the ground I set an imposing view of the valley and has been reinforced and stabi lized to remain an integral part of the remodeled building. The building was enlarged in 1941 with construction of a north wing BOX m GUEST including classrooms, office space, baptismal font, stage and chapel. Most of the construction was done during the war when building mate RANCH rials were difficult to obtain. The building was rededicated on AND HUNTING LODGE September 19, 1943. The building served the community Year Round Family Vacations &Big Game Hunts as a meeting and activity center. Many • Cabin Rentals • Hqrsebacl< Riding graduation exercises for the Star Valley High School as well as school • Fishing & Other Activities productions, plays, concerts, assem blies and other activities were held in Your Hosts: Tim &Cindy Haberberger the building. Box 3051 • Alpine, Wy 83128 The original building was construct ed at a cost of $40,000 with the later 307-654-7564 addition adding another $75,000 and Email: [email protected] the 1986 remodeling costing $975,000. Overall outward appearance of the original building has changed little since it was first constructed. Continued on page 39 iii'jiii
31 Star^alley M^a^jine Rustic Cabins offer camping in uniquely beautiful settings cook stoves and lights. protecting themselves from injury and Some have running water, some illness. Guests must also be prepared don't. Outdoor toilets are the norm, for sudden weather changes, lightning but some cabins even have showers. and possible cold temperatures. In the Greys River Ranger District, Before leaving a cabin, guests are there are four cabins usually available, requested to burn all combustible with additional cabins in the nearby waste materials, make certain all fires Kemmerer Ranger District and also in are out, pack out all garbage, clean the the Caribou-Targhee National Forest cabin and leave a supply of firewood. JBWPWi to the west of Star Valley. If this type of rustic adventure This summer, the Corral Creek and would make your summer complete, Meadows cabins will not be available, contact the Forest Service office below. as they undergo repairs or are used by The offices can provide detailed infor Forest Service employees. mation on each cabin as well as Cabins in the Greys River Ranger arrange reservations. District are generally available year For Forest Service cabins in the By Garren Stauffer round at a fee of $30 per night. Greys River District of the Bridger- Are you looking for a unique camp Prices vary in other ranger districts. Teton National Forest, contact the ing opportunity this summer? The According to the Forest Service, bed Afton office at (307) 886-3166. The U.S. Forest Service rents out its rustic ding is not furnished and cooking uten office is located at 125 Washington guard stations to summer and winter sils are not generally available. Street, Afton, WY 83110. visitors. At some cabins, campers will need to For cabins in the Kemmerer ranger According to the agency, the cabins cut and gather their own firewood. District of the Bridger-Teton National are rustic and primitive and usually in The Forest Service points out that at Forest, contact the Kemmerer office at remote locations. However, the most cabins, guests shouldn't expect (307) 877-4415. The office is located at scenery is beautiful, the air clear and modern conveniences or the safeguards 308 Highway 189 North, Kemmerer, wildlife is abundant in a natural set of modem society. WY 83101. ting. That is to say you can expect no tele For cabins in the nearby Caribou- The facilities are generally equipped phones, no traffic jams, no neighbors Targhee National Forest, contact the with "the bare basics." That means a and no emergency services. Soda Springs Ranger District at (208) table, chairs, wood stove and bunks, Travel on the National Forests and 547-4356. The ofTice is located at 421 most with mattresses. use ofrustic cabins involves a degree of West 2nd South, Soda Springs, ID Many of the cabins have propane risk. Guests assume responsibility for 83276.
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Star Valley MRgazme CHANGING THE RULES New permit required for four-wheelers
By Garren Stauffer Wyoming. will have maps available showing With the arrival of summer, local Under the new rules, ORVs can only roads and trails that are open to ORVs residents and visitors alike look for operate on the public lands of Wyoming with the new sticker permit. ward to using four-wheelers and if the operator has affixed an ORV Under Wyoming law, four-wheelers motorbikes to access the backcountry, sticker permit to the vehicle. that are licensed and plated (street as well as for recreational fun. Even with the sticker permit, ORVs legal) can be used on any state road or Drivers of such ofF-road recreational are restricted to designated roads and highway. They cannot be used on ORV- vehicles (ORVs) need to be aware of a trails in the state. designated roads and trails without new permit system implemented by The ORV sticker permit, good for the additional ORV permit. one calendar year, can be pur ORVs that are not licensed and plat chased from local ORV retailers ed must have the new ORV permit and or directly from the state. The are restricted to roads listed in the new permit costs $15 for both resident map. and nonresident ORV users. The above rules apply to resident The money generated by the and nonresident ORV riders alike. ORV permit system is earmarked For more information on Wyoming's for improving and maintaining ORV permit and trail system, contact trails and trail access in the Wyoming State Trails Program at Wyoming. (307) 777-7477 or visit At the start of summer, the www.wyotrails.state.wy.us. Wyoming State Trails Program mum 307-883-2227 ^'lick oj'l ijour ioots (& relax.
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• BEAUTIFUL HANGING BASKETS nTBTreDirinni • GIFT CERTIFICATES 18 Hole Putting Course that's Fun for AllAges Located 2 Mites Norlh of Thayne See the "G"scale train that runs through the restaurant Call 883-GIFT 1357 Muddy String Road Thayne, WY 83127 Phone 307-883-GOLF(4653) • Fax: 307-8834138 883-2752 WONDERFUL SPECIALS Open: Monday-Friday/9-6 Herb-Garlic Chicken, Awesome Baby Back Ribs, Homemade Potato Salad &Baked Beans Saturday / 9-5 Fri. &Sat. Reservations Suggested for Specials 883-GOLF (4653) Closed Sundays > Field of Greens Pizza Pub Hours Open Seven Days a Week ® LUNCH 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. • DINNER 5:00 P.WI. to 9:00 P.M. We do birthdays, reunions, office parties.,,whatever your needs are. [email protected] * http://www.starvalleywy.com/pizza.titm 35 Star_Valley Magazine ALPINE Bringing you home to the West
By Sarah Hale Alpine's annual Mountain Days Celebration gives new meaning to the word rendezvous. In the old west tradi tion of trappers, hunters, native Americans and fun, Mountain Days captures it all. Nestled in the heart ofthe wild west (surrounded on all sides by steep mountain peaks, rivers and rugged beauty), Alpine is the perfect host town for such a historic celebration of the f past. Mountain Days takes place every year over Father's Day Weekend (this year it is June 13-15). The event fea tures everything from native American bonfire dancing to dutch oven cook offs and black powder riffle shooting con tests. Live music keeps the whole event hopping and booths supplying every thing from information to artifacts of V the old west can be found. July in Alpine brings the celebration of freedom and Americanism with the Fourth of July. Fireworks and other festivities are planned (see related article in this magazine for more details). This year don't miss the chance to see the newly completed Lyle F. Hansen War Memorial, located just north of the Alpine Civic Center. i The memorial was constructed by the Alpine American Legion Post 46, with a lot of help from the community. Alpine residents are very proud of their little corner ofheaven, and right fully so. Want to know what is so special about this beautiful portion of Wyoming? Stop and stay awhile. Whether you are a local or just pass ing through, Alpine is a place to spend some quality time.
Star^^alley Magazine _ 36 Alpine, Wyoming, at an elcvaiion or5640". is nesiled againsi surrounding mountains at the convcrgcncc of three pristine rivers. The Grey's. Salt, and Snake Rivers merge into the Palisades Reservoir, which provides ineredible vistas and water activities for all - boating, jet skiing, fishing, water skiing, and much more. The Grey's River area ofTers over 471.000 acres of virgin national forest and summer rccrcation ranging from kayaking and white water rafting to camping, fisliing, and countles.s miles of trails for hiking or liorseback riding. For the naturalist, too, a large wetland and waterfowl viewing area is only a few minutes' drive from Alpine.
With our annual snowfall of 500". winter sports abound as well; Snowshoeing. ice fishing, down-hill and cro.ss-country skiing are just a fraction ofwhat is available to the winter visitor here. In addition, the quality of our more than 150 miles ofgroomed snowmobile trails earned Alpine 'Top 5' in the West and 'Top 3' in Wyoming from SnoWest Magazine's 2002-2003 Winter Guide. Those who want to watch Wyoming's majestic wildlife can also visit the Alpine Keed Ground, operated by Wyoming Game & Fish, which draws more than one thousand elk from December to April and is easily accessible - right at the edge of town!
Located just 36 miles south ofJackson Hole. Alpine is a gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and features affordable accommodations and restaurants. Alpine provides the visitor with a small town atmosphere with plenty ofnatural resources for evcr>' season. Come and experience all that we have to otTer! See Alpine's Spectacular 4th ofJuly Fireworks! Sponsored hy: o l.incoln Counly Rcirealiim Commission o Neil {£• Lyiieiie Aiutersen o GivaferArea Businesses 0l>r0ughtCMntliii<}nsPa-mium^ ° Tbtv/i oyv4/;)//7t
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37 Star Valley M pgazine stepping back in time With Pioneer Village and the Star Valley Pageant
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ioned fun at the Pageant Pioneer Village Friday and Saturday night {July 25 and 26) before the Pageant By Sarah Hale Company, written by Cheryl Anderson performance. The Star Valley Historical Pageant of Shelley, ID. Journey to Zion was per Pioneer Village is set up at the is a theatrical celebration of the histo formed the weekend ofthe 24th of July grounds of the new Pioneer Museum, ry and heritage that has helped to 1998. one block south of Burger King on make Star Valley, Wyoming unique. In August of that same year, Tueller Highway 89. Each summer the descendants of approached Allene Heiner, a local play- Some events are scheduled for cer the original valley settlers (and some write, about composing music and a tain times, others will be ongoing. newcomers) come together to remem play for the Star Valley Pageant. Admission is free. ber who they are and where they came By the spring of 2000 Heiner had In its second year, the Pioneer from. And, with a show that makes the the basic script and music finished. Village is fast becoming one ofthe most audience laugh, cry and reflect, the Using borrowed popular events producers and participants set a stan sound equipment of the summer. dard of excellence that has been a part and lights, home This year par of Star Valley for more than 100 years made costumes and ticipants can How it Started props, and more expect to experi Like the people who first came to enthusiasm than ence everything settle in the valley in 1879, the Star know-how. Legacy of from homemade Valley pageant had humble begin Faith was performed jellies and jams nings. People had talked about putting July 20-21 in front of to lumpy dick. a pageant together for years, but noth a packed football There will be ing made it past the idea stage until grandstand. '9: performances of Margaret Tueller and Valerie Haderlie Since that time. cowboy poetry, began to work together in 1998 to come the Star Valley fiddle music, up with an event to celebrate the 24th Pageant has taken harmonica of July. The idea of doing a historical on a life of its own. hodowns and pageant caught their interest. Each year it draws much more. Because of limited time before the more and more people interested in A little friendly pioneer competition performance date, it was decided that participating, watching or learning has been scheduled in games, relays starting a pageant from scratch was more about the history and people of and tent setting up races. not feasible. Instead, Tueller and this beloved valley. Don't miss your chance to rub shoul Haderlie adapted a musical script Pioneer Village ders with the true Star Valley pioneer based on the Martin Handcart Come enjoy and evening of old fash spirit.
Star-.-yalley Mp.gazi,ne 38 Continued from page 31 Elkhorn Arch Mountain Inn Resort Description: The Town ofAfton boasts the world's largest elkhom arch. It spans 75 307-885-3156 feet across Highway 89 in downtown Afton. 1-800-682-5356 It has a clearance of 18 feet to permit the largest of eighteen wheelers under it. The top of the arch is 24 feet tall. There are 3011 antlers in the structure. The term elk horn is a misnomer. A horn is a permanent head fixture, such as a horn Heated Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf, Color TV, of a cow or sheep. Whereas, elk, deer and Direct Dial Phones, Unusually Lxwge Rooms moose have antlers which are shed annu ally, generally in the late winter. The struc 1 mile south ofAfton on US. Highway89. The Golf Course is our backyard. ture consists of two smaller walk-way arch es and one long street arch. There are over fifteen tons ofantlers in the arches. The elk antler is greatly prized in the orient for medicinal purposes, lb duplicate this arch Log Cabin at today's prices the cost would be over $300,000.00 for the antlers alone. Lodging History: The EUdiom Arch is a monu ment to the perseverance of Newell and Nightly Rentals Blanche Gardner Newell was the local game warden and it was his dream to con Rob & Rhonda Erickson struct this arch. He and Blanche collected (307) 886-0520 and donated over half of the antlers in the arches. The balance was given by the 3497 Dry Creek Road Wyoming Game and Fish Department fi^om Afton, WY 83110 the National Elk Refuge, and Alpine feed grounds, at the persuasion of the Gardners. In June of 1958 the Wyoming Highway Department finally granted permission to span Highway 89. fl Christ 1^ OUR One Stop Shopping for All Your I Savior Camping & I" Lmhemn Ctmm BBQ Needs MISSOURI SYNOD
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Star Valley Camper's Guide Where to go when you are looking to get away Bridger-Teton National Forest- Freedom on Idaho State Highway 34, Blowout: 10 miles northwest of Alpine Greys River Ranger District then 13 miles on Lanes Creek Road, no on U.S. Highway 26, camp trailers only (Information: 307-886-3166) charge, no water. next to boat ramp, $7 per night. Please note water levels may drop significant Swift Creek: One mile east of Afton Gravel Creek: 40 miles west of ly over the summer. on the Swift Creek road, developed $5 Freedom, just off of Idaho State per night. Highway 34, no charge, no water. Big Elk Creek: 13 miles northwest of Picnic sight reservations. Alpine on U.S. Highway 26, developed, Cottonwood Lake: Seven miles east $8 per night. Also group reservation on Cottonwood Lake road, south of Targhee National Forest/Bridger- sites. Smoot on U.S. Highway 89, full serv Teton National Forest-Snake ice, separate camping areas for tents River Campgrounds (Information Calamity: Next to Palisades Dam, and RVs. group campsites, picnic area, 307-739-5400) recently reconstructed, boat ramp, horse facilities and small boat launch. developed $10 per night. Please note For group site reservations call (307) Please note the following campgrounds that water levels may drop significant 886-3166. are located within the Snake River ly over the summer. Canyon. Light highway construction is Allred Flats: 20 miles south of Afton possible. Please call for the latest Riverside Park: Located below the on U.S. Highway 89, developed $5 per information. Fees are subject to dam, developed, $10, double family night. Group picnic site is also avail change. units $20. able. For picnic site reservations call (307)-886-3166). Camp host available. Little Cottonwood Group Site: Palisades Creek: Four miles west of Eight miles northeast ofAlpine on U.S. the Palisades Dam on U.S. 26, then 1.5 Bridge: 2 miles east of Alpine on the Highway 26/89, reservations 1-877- miles north on Palisades Creek Rd., Greys River Road. No host, no water, 444-6777. developed, $9 per night. no fee. Station Creek: Nine miles northeast McCoy Creek: Three miles south of Lynx Creek: 12 miles from Alpine on of Alpine on U.S. 26/89, developed, $15 Alpine on U.S. Highway 89 and then the Greys River Road, no water, no fee. per night, group site reservations, 1- eight miles west on the McCoy Creek Murphy Creek: 14 miles from Alpine on 877-444-6777. Road, developed, $8 per night. the Greys River Road, developed, $5 per night. East Table: Ten miles northeast of Bear Creek; Three miles south of Alpine on U.S. Highway 26/89, devel Alpine on U.S. Highway 89 and then Moose Flat: 25 miles from Alpine on oped, $15 per night. 12 miles on the McCoy Creek Road, the Greys River Road, developed, $5 trail head, not developed, no charge. per night. West Table: Developed, $15.
Forest Park: 36 miles from Alpine on Elbow: Eleven miles northeast of the Greys River Road, developed, $5 Alpine on U.S. Highway 26/89, devel per night. oped, $15 per night. NOTE: Fees subject to change. Caribou National Forest-Soda Cabin Creek: Fourteen miles north Contact appropriate Ranger Springs Ranger District east of Alpine on U.S. Highway 26/89, District for complete information. (Information 307-547-4356) developed, $15 per night. Some of the above campsites are reservable and others aren't. Tincup: Three miles west of Freedom Targhee National Forest/Caribou Some of the campsites in the on Idaho State Highway 34, developed, National Forest/Palisades Caribou-Targhee system can be no charge. Campgrounds (Information reserved online at 208-523-1412) www.Reserveusa.com. Many Pine Bar: Nine miles west ofFreedom campsites require four to seven on Idaho State Highway 34, developed, Alpine: One mile northwest of Alpine day advance reservations. no water, no charge. on U.S. Highway 26, developed, $8, double family units $16. Mill Canyon: 13 miles west of
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41 Star Valley Magazine. ^ c mmmOM By Garren Stauffer parade, games in the park and mud town will host a flag raising at 7 a.m., The July 4th holiday is always one volleyball. followed by a breakfast. of the most anticipated events of the Also planned for the holiday is a A patriotic parade is planned for 10 summer. children's fish scramble, a popular a.m.. A shooting and archery competi Children and adults alike look for event where children race to grab and tion will be held at 1 p.m. And of ward to the parades, picnic, barbecue hold on to live fish. course, fireworks will follow at dusk. and, of course, fireworks. Also in Afton will be a rodeo, with a Alpine For 2003, the Independence Day cel street dance to follow. At the northern end of the valley, ebrations in Star Valley will provide Fireworks concluded the day's activ the community of Alpine will host a organized entertainment in Afton, ities. variety of Independence Day activities. Thayne and Alpine. Thayne The holiday promises a patriotic cel Afton The lower valley community of ebration and weekend festivities. Independence Day in Afton will pro Thayne is also planning on a fun-filled Contact each town for more detailed vide a wide variety of fun for all. Fourth. information or watch for event sched This year, the festivities include a On the morning of the Fourth, the ules in the Star Valley Independent.
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43 Star Valley Mp.^azine _ History ~ Star Vailey Style Summer Theater at the old rock church
Summer Play Schedule Opens: Friday, June 13th Rock Church play
Shows SET FOR Saturday, June 14th Friday, June 20th SUMMER STAGE Saturday, June 21st Friday, July 4th Saturday, July 5th By Sarah Hale that showcases local talent. The Star Valley Historical Summer The actors and actresses in the play Friday, July 18th Theater will present "History, Star are local people with a solid connection Saturday, July 19th Valley Style" this year at the Old Rock to Star Valley and the Valley's history. Friday, July 25th Church in Auburn. The play and music were composed Friday, August 8th Shows begin at 7 p.m. (half an hour by local playwrite Allene Winters Saturday, August 9th earlier than last season) and tickets Heiner. cost $5 for adults and $2.50 for chil And the setting, the Auburn Church, Friday, August 15th dren under 12 years of age. is central to Star Valley history. Over the last decade, the Rock Don't miss the chance for a good Closes: Church play has created a history of chuckle mixed with a little Star Valley Saturday, August 16th talent and laughter. Each evening legend. show is highlighted with a preshow
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45 Star-^Valley Magazine Pioneer Museum preserving the history ofStar Valley
By Garren Stauffer The history of the area can be research tool for the valley. Star Valley was settled in in the explored in more depth at the Star In addition to the Historical Society, late 1870s by Mormon pioneers from Valley Historical Society Archives & the building also hosts the Daughters the Bear Lake area. It was first Daughters of the Utah Pioneers of the Utah Pioneers Museum, with known as the Salt River Valley. In Museum in Afton. displays on many aspects of valley life 1880 LDS Apostles Moses Thatcher Located just north of downtown and history. and Charles C. Rich renamed it Star Afton, at the new county fairgrounds, The original DUP Museum, located Valley. the museum building itself is an his near downtown Afton, has been demol toric treasure. ished. An 1880 census showed a total 45 The building was originally located The Star Valley Historical Society is residents calling the valley home. By between the LDS Tabernacle and the also performing restoration work on an 1900 that number had grown to old high school, in the heart of town. old barn located adjacent to the muse 2,219. With limited growing seasons, Now owned by the Star Valley um. many survived on dairy and cattle Historical Society, the building was When restoration is complete, the operations. carefully moved to its new location. barn will also be open for museum dis Many of the valley's early pioneer Interior and exterior restoration plays. settlements still exist as their own have only recently been completed. The museum opens for the summer individual communities and others The building houses the archives for on Memorial Day. Check with the have developed along with time. the Historical Society, a valuable museum for hours of operation.
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