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The Essential Travelers’ Handbook FOR NATRONA COUNTY AND CASPER
SNOWMOBILE, SKI & SLED
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SHOPPING
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HUNTING
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In the rough-and-tumble Old West
era, Casper promised adventure to
all who traveled its famous trails.
We’ve come a long way from our days as a rugged frontier
outpost, but the same sense of free-wheeling adventure
and independent spirit still draws visitors to Wyoming’s
Adventure Capital. With one foot in the past and an
eye toward the future, Casper is a winter destination that
offers the very best in historical, recreational, cultural and
entertainment experiences.
If you’re looking to reconnect with nature the old-fashioned
way, spend the day fishing for trophy-sized rainbow and
brown trout that thrive in the historic North Platte River —
the same river that challenged early settlers on their historic
pilgrimage west on the Oregon, California, Pony Express,
and Mormon Trails. True outdoorsmen will also appreciate
the area’s wide variety of game animals, including antelope,
deer, elk, pheasant, and duck.
Casper Mountain — a difficulty to traverse in those
early years — is today a wonderland for those who love
to explore the colors of Fall. The mountain also offers
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Hogadon Ski Area for snowboarding and alpine skiing,
while snowmobiling and nordic skiing are always an
option, thanks to the mountain’s extensive trail system.
But don’t think that adventure has to be a purely physical,
outdoor experience. In Casper, adventure awaits the
mind and spirit as well. For modern pioneers, Casper
offers up history in comfort with many museums and
historical sites. The National Historic Trails Interpretive
Center celebrates those brave souls who helped establish
the Adventure Capital, while the Nicolaysen Art Museum
and the kid-friendly Science Zone provide inspiration for
the creative soul.
Just as Casper’s forerunners balanced the hardships of
day-to-day life with a love of the arts, today you’ll find a wide
range of cultural opportunities here. ARTCORE, Stage III
Theatre, The Casper Children’s Chorale, The Wyoming
Symphony Orchestra and Casper College each deliver
cultural experiences in a variety of mediums: music, dance,
theatre and visual arts, to name a few. And Casper Events
Center boasts The Best of Broadway series which will keep
even the most devout city slicker entertained through the
cold winter months.
MUSEUMS AND THE ARTS
PRONGHORNS, the fastest mammals
in North America, actually outnumber
humans in the state of Wyoming. This is one
of the many factors that makes the Casper
area tops for world-class proghorn antelope,
mule deer and elk hunting.
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A great way to enjoy Casper
Mountain’s Winter Wonderland is skimming
across its 45 miles of groomed trails on a
snowmobile. Find out why Adventure Guide
David Higbee thinks that Casper has “some
of the best riding in the whole country.”
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If the first gentle snowflake of the
season makes you yearn for the slopes, pack
up your gear and head to Hogadon Ski Area
for some winter adventure in Casper! Cruise
downhill on skis or ride your snowboard over
to the terrain park to catch some mad air!
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Before you visit Casper,
visit CasperWyoming.info
Need more information to plan your adventure,
or do you have an insatiable thirst for all things
Casper-related? Whet your whistle at our website,
featuring podcasts, downloadable convention
packets, adventure guides with suggested
itineraries, events, and special offers
from Casper businesses. A great
expedition requires the essential
supplies, so kick-start your Cyber
Adventure now at our site:
www.casperwyoming.info.
2008-2009 CASPER, WYOMING
FALL/WINTER ADVENTURE GUIDE
UPCOMING EVENTS..................................................... 4-5
WINTER’S BEST WEEKENDS NEW!............................... 6-7
A FAMILY ADVENTURE............................................ 10-11
CASPER AREA MAP NEW!......................................... 16-17
CONVENTION INFORMATION................................... 22-23
HOTELS/MOTELS..................................................... 24-25
COPYRIGHT © 2008 | Casper Area Convention & Vistors BUREAU
CAMPGROUNDS.............................................................26
A publication of the Casper Area Convention and Visitors Bureau,
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992 N. Poplar, Casper, Wyoming, 82601. All photos, illustrations and
text are the property of the CACVB. Unauthorized use prohibited.
CEO................................................................................Kurt Box
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DINING GUIDE................................................................27
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES...............................................29
Director, Meetings & Conventions................ Stephanie Erickson
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT.................................................30
Director, Motor Coach Tours & Competitions.....Susan Freeman
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS & TOURS...........................30
Assistant Manager..................................................Kathy Henion
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. . . Whether you seek the excitement of rivers, mountains, or plains,
Casper is Wyoming’s Adventure Capital!”
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A SHOPPER’S PARADISE
CONTENTS:
COMPLETE EVENTS CALENDAR AVAILABLE
ONLINE AT CASPERWYOMING.INFO
4th Annual Wyoming Women’s Expo
Thru Oct 4 | Casper Events Center
Wyoming Symphony Presents: Firebird
7:30 PM | NCHS Auditorium
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Golden Dragon Acrobats | 7:30 PM
Presented by Artcore | NCHS Auditorium
Hot Rod Mud Bog & Arena Cross Races
7:30 PM | Casper Events Center
For over 30 years, Riders in the Sky have been entertaining
folks the Cowboy Way, celebrating the spirit of Western
performers like Sons of the Pioneers and Gene Autry.
Recommended for all Buckaroos and Buckarettes!
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Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker
December 11 | 7:30 PM | Casper Events Center
Make this spectacular event a part of your holiday tradition!
Hand-painted sets and larger-than-life puppets mean adults and
children alike will be enchanted by this seasonal favorite.
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UW Presents: Wyoming Shootout | 1 PM
Men’s/Women’s College Basketball (see page 6)
Holiday on the Homestead
National Historic Trails Interpretive Center
Wyoming Symphony: A Festive Holiday
3 PM | NCHS Auditorium
Lord of the Dance
Best of Broadway | Casper Events Center
JAN
Backyardigans
Casper College Presents: Sweeney Todd
Thru Oct 25 | Krampert Theatre Complex
Oliver! | 7:30 PM
The Cantrells | 7:30 PM
Wyoming State High School Volleyball
Thru Nov 1 | Casper Events Center
Chris LeDoux PRCA Rodeo & Concert
7 PM | The Arena, Fairgrounds (see page 6)
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Casper Mountain Sled Dog Races
Thru Feb 9 | Beartrap Meadow (see page 7)
42nd Annual Kinser Jazz Festival
Thru Feb 11 | Casper College Venues
Romanza | Concert | 7:30 PM
Monster Truck Winter Nationals
Casper Events Center
High School Wrestling State Tournament
Thru Feb 28 | Casper Events Center
Casper College Presents: Twelfth Night
Thru March 7 | Krampert Theatre Complex
HOGADON SKI AREA OPEN THROUGH MARCH
Casper Fall Holistic Fair
Thru Oct 19 | Industrial Building, Fairgrounds
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Wyoming Symphony: Mostly Beethoven
November 19 | 7:30 PM | NCHS Auditorium
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Madam’s Been Murdered, Tea Will Be Late
Thru Nov. 22 | Stage III Community Theatre
Riders In The Sky
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Casper College Presents: Cloud 9
Thru Nov 8 | Krampert Theatre Complex
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Festival of Trees
Presented by the Boys & Girls Club
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy
Casper College Presents: Gift of the Magi
Thru Dec 13 | Krampert Theatre Complex
Wasatch Gun Show
Thru Dec 7 | Industrial Building, Fairgrounds
Colcannon | 7:30 PM
Lego Robotics Competition
Thru Dec 6 | Casper Events Center
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Stage III Presents: Moonlight & Magnolias
Thru Jan 24 | Stage III Community Theatre
The Muses | Concert | 7:30 PM
All State Music Festival
Thru Jan 20 | Multiple Locations
Rhapsody in Taps | 7:30 PM
The Pajama Game
Wyoming Symphony: It’s A Classic!
Great Rockies Sports Show
Jan 30-Feb 1 | Casper Events Center
Folks who love the Great Outdoors won’t want to miss this
weekend extravaganza featuring exhibits and events on fishing,
hunting, camping and more!
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1A/2A Basketball State Tournament
Thru March 7 | Casper Events Center
3A/4A Basketball State Tournament
Wyoming Symphony: From the New World
2009 Humanities Festival
Thru March 20 | Casper College
Home & Garden Show
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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5 WONDROUS WEEKENDS
NOV. 1
While anytime is a great time to visit Casper,
these fall and winter weekends will be
positvely radiant! Visit CasperWyoming.info
to plan your stay today!
OCT. 31-NOV. 1
A TRIBUTE TO
CHRIS LEDOUX
PRCA RODEO,
CONCERT & ART
SHOW
In March 2005, the rodeo
community lost one of its
biggest
heroes,
Country
Singer Chris LeDoux
& Western Singer Chris
LeDoux. He didn’t just sing
about the rodeo life — he lived it. In the fall of that same
year, the Chris LeDoux Tribute Rodeo sprang to life in his
memory.
2008’s annual event starts Friday, October 31 at
the Parkway Plaza with an art show containing works from
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LeDoux’s
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will be
sale. On Saturday, the rodeo — voted “Small Rodeo of
the Year” by the PRCA in its inaugural year — kicks into
gear, followed by a concert featuring members of
LeDoux’s former band. It’s a great way to enjoy
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CHRISTMAS PARADE
NOV. 29
the excitement of the arena and to remember the man who
contributed so much to the Cowboy State’s favorite sport.
NOVEMBER 29
DOWNTOWN
CHRISTMAS
PARADE
Ready to ring in the
Christmas Season? Bundle up
and head downtown for the annual
Casper Christmas Parade! It’s the perfect opportunity to
chase away the shivers with hot chocolate and cookies. Gaze
at the lighted parade entries, sing along with the holiday
music, and keep an eye out for a visit from Santa himself!
After the parade, cruise Casper’s cheerful neighborhoods,
oohing and aahing over the twinkling Christmas lights. Pick
a street at random and see where the night takes you!
Another must-see on your tour is downtown Casper itself,
ablaze with the adornments of the season. To round out
your holiday experience, be sure to plan an extra day for
exploring Casper’s many shopping districts. See page 8 for
a complete list of shopping areas.
DECEMBER 13
If it’s December, it must be WYOMING
SHOOTOUT
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Wyoming
Shootout time! On
BASKETBALL
December 13, Division 1 College
Basketball returns to Casper when the University of
Wyoming Cowgirls and Cowboys play “home games” at the
Casper Events Center. This one-day doubleheader gives
WYOMING SHOOTOUT
DEC. 13
folks from every corner of the state a chance to cheer on
the Pokes. 2008 marks the second Shootout for UW Men’s
Head Basketball Coach Heath Schroyer. “To be able to take
our team to a city like Casper, with great fans and a great
tradition of supporting basketball, is very exciting for us.”
Following the game, fans can explore the
Adventure Capital for the best in shopping, dining and
cultural experiences. So pack your bags and come to town
ready for a weekend full of adventure. And remember,
when you’re at the Events Center cheering on the home
team, your battle cry is “GO POKES!”
FEBRUARY 7-9
CASPER MOUNTAIN
SLED DOG RACES
This Canines for Charity
Fundraiser, sponsored by
the ARC of Natrona County,
attracts
participants
and
spectators from half of the
United States! Travel up the
Watchin’ the pups!
mountain to Beartrap Meadow
to watch as mushers of every
age participate in events like sprint (6-10 miles), mid-distance
(22 miles) and skijoring (anywhere from 1-3 dogs pulling
a skier)! Friday night’s registration includes an ice-cream
social, with races taking place both Saturday and Sunday.
SLED DOG RACES
FEB. 7-9
There’s a special event for kids from the ARC—and best of
all, anyone can come and watch the festivities for free!
OCT. 30 - MARCH 13
STATE HIGH
SCHOOL
VOLLEYBALL,
WRESTLING &
BASKETBALL
WHEN IT COMES TO STATE
HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS,
Casper is proud to host the
We’re number one!
best! Regardless of your
favorite sport, you’ll be sure
to see the state’s top talent when you attend one of Casper’s
many tournaments! Warming things up as the air starts to
chill, the State High School Volleyball Tournament hits
town October 30-November 1. It features the best ladies’
volleyball teams from all levels of competition. Next,
State Wrestling Tournament action invades the Casper
Events Center February 27-28. 2000 Olympic Gold Medal
wrestler Rulon Gardner earned one of his first heavyweight
championships at this tournament back in 1989. Or, if
hoops are more your cup of tea, Casper is the place to be
in March when the State High School 1A/2A Basketball
Tournament is played March 5 -7. The following weekend,
March 12-13, the State High School 3A/4A Basketball
Tournaments crown their champions in Casper.
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LEDOUX PRCA RODEO
601 SE WY Blvd.
307.265.9392
10AM-9PM
Macy’s, Target, Sears,
JC Penny, Corral West,
Dining, Movies
For shop-aholics and bargain hunters alike,
Christmas is indeed “the most wonderful time
of the year!” With the region’s widest selection
of big box stores, shops, and boutiques, there’s
no better place than Casper to find treasures
for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
The Eastridge Mall (E
2nd & Wyoming Blvd.) has
over 60 stores, making it
the largest shopping mall in
Wyoming. Holiday shopping
at the Eastridge Mall offers a
break from the chilly winter
temps, but that’s not the
Shoppin’ Time!
only thing that makes this
the busiest place in town
during the holidays. Nikki Garner, owner of Suntan USA/
Nikki’s Fashions enjoys shopping the Eastridge Mall for its
convenience and selection.
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“There’s quite a variety of shops, with the four
main anchor stores (JCPenny, Sears, Macy’s and
AdventureGuide
SUNRISE CENTER
4000 S Poplar 307.234.5886
Shop Hours Vary
Cadillac Cowgirl, Dining,
Ragged Edge Sports,
Science Zone, Bowling
Target) and a lot of specialty
stores
like
Aeropostale,
Bed, Bath and Beyond,
Waldenbooks and Zumies.”
Garner notes that since she
frequents most of the stores,
it’s hard to choose a favorite,
but “the anchor stores are
Western Wear Galore!
great because they have quite
a variety. I think when people
are traveling they need to stop in and check out the mall.”
Another indoor shopping option is the Sunrise
Shopping Center (4000 S Poplar). Longtime Casperite
Guyla Greenly fancies the shops in this area. “What I like
best about Sunrise is The Flower Gallery (307.237.0851)!
Their flowers hold up and they’re fresh.” Other goodies at
this shop include gifts, cards, and items for home décor.
Greenly says she also likes to peek into The Cadillac
Cowgirl (307.473.5858) every now and again to check
out the ornaments, jewelry, purses and scarves. “They
have some Western style, but they’re also very ‘blingy’!”
Seasonal favorite The Twelve Days of Christmas shop
HILLTOP CENTER
E 2nd & Country Club Albertson’s, Ralph’s,
307.234.3170
Country Charm, Blimpie,
Shop Hours Vary
Earth Tones Day Spa
offers antiques, homemade craft items and ornaments
—perfect stocking stuffers!
Casper
resident
Kate
Rice loves spending time at
the Hilltop Shopping
Center (E 2nd & Country
Club Road) and always makes
Ralph’s Books & Cards
(307.234.0308) her first stop.
“They have a great selection
Sweet Treat Shopping
of books and magazines, and
some really unique greeting
cards, too. And I love the people that work there —they’re
always so friendly!”
After grabbing a few bestsellers, wander through The Art
Space Gallery (located inside Ralph’s), a store featuring
original handmade items from Wyoming artists like cards,
pottery, jewelry — even collages made from handmade
paper! Rice also admits to being addicted to candles. “I go
into Country Charm (307.265.4438) for candles and come
out with all sorts of things for my apartment. And man, it
smells so good in there!”
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DOWNTOWN CASPER
Central Casper
307.235.6710
Shop Hours Vary
Lou Taubert’s, Furniture,
Books, Apparel, Jewelry,
Dining, Movies, Nightclubs
Lauren Bayert, a young Casper native, enjoys shopping
DOWNTOWN CASPER (Central Casper) to support local
business owners. And, she notes, “It’s got more Casper
flavor.” A couple of her favorite haunts are Lou Talbert
Ranch Outfitters (307.234.2500) and Wind City Books
(307.315.6003). Talbert’s store features 9 floors of western
fashion, including over 10,000 pairs of boots! Wind City
Books, on the other hand, carries bestsellers, books by
Wyoming authors, and books by “indie” authors as well.
If you’re searching for a
pair of dream shoes, Bayert
suggests stepping into Sol
(307.473.2555) or Wolford’s
(307.237.9011)
—
“They
have beautiful shoes!” Sonic
Rainbow (307.577.5947) is also
a local favorite, carrying music
Downtown Boutiques
by Casper artists alongside
top 40 fare. Bayert also loves
the feeling of community in the
downtown area. “Everyone kind of knows each other, and
even if they don’t know you, they’re going to wave to you,
and that is rare to find these days!” 
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EASTRIDGE MALL
A WINTER WEEKEND
FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN!
PERFECT ADVENTURE AWAITS IN CASPER!
Winter adventure in Casper is a full-day affair,
so plan to get an early start! Drop in at Ragged Edge Sports
(307.237.5560) for any snow-gear you might be missing, but
don’t take too long — Casper Mountain is spectacular in the
morning, and Hogadon offers endless outdoor excitement with
its 40 miles of snowmobile trails and variety of skiing and snowboarding options. The restaurant and lounge provide a toasty
respite from the chilly temps, as well as a delicious menu ranging
from hot chocolate to juicy burgers.
Casper is sure to be a memorable stop on your next family
vacation. With kid-friendly shopping, sports, education
and exploration opportunities galore, everyone will be
entertained from the moment they stretch their legs until
they rest their heads on their pillow.
Hogadon Ski Area (307.235.8499). Whether they dream
of being the next ski star, or catching some air on their
snowboard, Hogadon’s the place to play! Only 20 minutes
from town, the mountain offers other great options, too, like
cross-country skiing around the Casper Nordic Center
(307.235.4772), or snowmobiling over 45 miles of groomed
trails. Do the kids seem like they have enough energy to
climb Everest? Let them try scaling the rock-climbing wall
at Old Town Family Fun (307.266.4653) or The Peak
Climbing Gym (307.472.4084). Or, if the snow isn’t piled
too high, take a stroll in the crisp, fresh air along the nearby
Platte River Parkway, a 10-mile long trail that connects
many community parks, playgrounds, and recreational
areas. And remember, one of the most exciting events of
the year for sports enthusiasts young and old happens
December 13, when the Wyoming Shootout returns to
the Adventure Capital! It’s basketball fun you won’t want to
miss, so make sure to plan ahead for this busy weekend!
(307.237.4935). Maps of Casper, e-mail access, bus
schedules and information about local attractions make
this a helpful stop while you’re visiting the downtown area.
When you’re ready to resume your explorations, a trip to
Toy Town (307.235.0550) is a must. And who can resist
the lure of homemade chocolates? Be sure to drop by
Donells Candies (307.234.6283), a Casper tradition for
over 50 years.
Young cowpokes will find it easy to get into
the pioneer spirit at the National Historic Trails
Interpretive Center (307.261.7700), which
tells the trials and triumphs of the West’s
For future Einsteins, Casper is a wonderful laboratory.
early settlers through a unique
Interact with dinosaurs and learn about Wyoming’s unique
series of interactive exhibits. Or
geology at the Tate Museum (307.268.2447). Kids can
have a frontier experience at
also enjoy the critters and exhibits at The Science Zone
the Fort Caspar Museum
(307.473.9663). Kids and parents alike will be viewing the
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If your little sports stars are excited to venture out into
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carve their names there.
the brisk winter air, zoom up Casper Mountain to
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“
Casper is sure to be a memorable stop on your next family
vacation...everyone will be entertained”
When it’s time to eat, Casper offers a number of equally
delicious options. Nothing shakes off the winter chills like a
Mexican fiesta, so consider a trip to La Cocina (307.266.1414) to
munch on chips and salsa before spicing things up with sizzling
fajitas and authentic margaritas. Or bring the family together for
an Asian dining experience at Dsasumo (307.237.7874). Start
with the lettuce wraps, sample the pad thai, or be brave and
order from the delicious sushi menu!
The only place more scenic than Casper Mountain in the
morning is Casper Mountain on a snowy evening. Make
the trip back up and let the moon and stars
be your guide as you enjoy some peaceful
night skiing at the Casper Nordic Center
(307.235.4772).
The 1.2 kilometer
lighted loop is open every night until
roughly 9 p.m.
Finish out your perfect weekend
with a movie at any of the four
Movie Palaces (307.472.4747) or
the Eastridge Movies 4 $ Saver
(307.472.7469).
Whatever your
tastes — romantic comedy, thrilling
action or family fare — nothing beats
a big screen, surround sound and a
bag of buttery popcorn.
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If you live by the motto “the
family that plays together,
stays together,”
For a change of pace, enjoy an afternoon of skating at the
Casper Ice Arena (307.235.8484), truly the coolest place in
town. With public sessions daily, everyone can live out their
Olympic ambitions.
A BEVY OF BIRDS
OPEN SEASON FOR ADVENTURE
WINGSHOOTING & WATERFOWL IN CASPER
Anyone with a taste for the thrill of the chase
will love the sport of bird hunting in Casper. It provides visitors
with the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, spend some
time with man’s best friend, and take advantage of Wyoming’s
generous bag limits.
According to Adventure Guide Sy Gilliland, this is part of
what makes the Casper area tops for world-class pronghorn
antelope, mule deer and elk hunting. Gilliland,
owner of S-N-S Outfitter & Guide Service
(307.266.4229) knows that you don’t have
to travel far from Casper for an epic hunting
adventure.
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“For pronghorn, you can’t go
wrong anywhere in Natrona
County,” he says. “There’s
also a lot of opportunity west
of Casper because there’s
more public land. Mule deer,
of course, are anywhere
around rough country —
the Bates Hole area and the second range of the Hat
Six area. And there’s some real good prairie mule deer
hunting, too, just northeast of Casper in the sand-hills.”
Of course, a successful hunt should also be a relaxing
hunt, which is why an outfitting service makes sense.
“When a client arranges a hunt through an outfitter, it’s a
worry-free event,” says Gilliland. “The license application
is taken care of, as well as all of the scheduling. If a client
is flying in, we’ll pick them up at the airport and take
them to the motel they’ve reserved or the camp they’ve
arranged. We’ll even suggest places for their clients to
eat and shop.”
Hangin’
to hunt,” Gilliland says.
at camp
“And of course, we’re
knowledgeable on the local game laws
because they do vary from state to state.” Gilliland
also points out that Casper offers a full range of
post-hunt services. “After the animals are harvested,
they can be taken to any local meat processor or
taxidermist. They can even accommodate shipping
of the final product for hunters, so that everything is
handled from start to finish.”
Perhaps most importantly, a professional outfitter will
also take care of the gear a client will need. “Generally,
we’ll send them out a complete equipment list, right
down to the types of socks to bring, how many pairs of
pants and coats. Once they get here, they’ll want to hit
Rocky Mountain Discount Sports (307.265.6974) and
Sportsmans Warehouse (307.233.3700).”
Planning your next hunt in Casper can be a lifechanging experience. As Gilliland puts it, “When you
go home, you’ll remember all the things that happened
on the hunt — the sunrises and the sunsets, and herds
of antelope going across the prairie — the memories
are just phenomenal.” And with Casper’s variety of
game animals, beautiful terrain, and the complete
dedication to service and satisfaction, everyone from
the weekend gamer to United States Senators find
Casper to be an ideal hunting destination.
The advantages of having a guide are even more
apparent during the hunt. “The guide is going to provide
a vehicle; he’s going to provide all the meals and a place
To plan your own hunt, ask a question, or find an
outfitter, be sure to check out an expanded hunting
section at www.CasperWyoming.info.
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Another popular game bird in Wyoming is the native sage
grouse. The North Platte Lodge (307.237.1182) offers guided
hunts for these large birds, but the grouse season lasts only 10
days in Wyoming, so plan ahead! The North Platte Lodge also
offers “Cast and Blast” packages, which allows guests to combine
a guided waterfowl or upland bird hunt with an afternoon of fishing
for trophy sized trout— the perfect combination for the sportsman
who just can’t get enough of Casper’s wide open spaces!
For more information about bird hunting rules, regulations, and
limits, be sure to visit the State of Wyoming’s Game and Fish
website (gf.state.wy.us).
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Pronghorns - the fastest
mammal in North America
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human population in the
State of Wyoming.
Casper and the surrounding area are synonymous with
great hunting, affordable prices, and excellent facilities close
to town. One such facility is Crazy Rainbow Wingshooting
(307.234.6905), located along the scenic North Platte River.
There, hunters encounter a bevy of seasonal birds including
Hungarian partridge, pheasant, chukkar, quail, duck, goose
and dove. Typical hunts yield 20-25 birds, and they even offer
a kennel of hunting dogs for the visiting hunter’s convenience.
What’s more, hunting enthusiasts will appreciate amenities such
as their six-station shooting deck, heated duck blinds, state-ofthe-art cleaning stations, and a sportsman’s lounge.
GOING DOWNHILL FAST
MOTORSPORT MOUNTAIN
OLD-FASHIONED THRILLS & SPILLS
Is there anything better than a snow day? Kids
staying home from school, begging to go outside to play in the
frozen drifts, coming inside only when their fingers are too cold
to pack snow and ice into a nice, round snowball. But why let the
kids have all the fun? Declare your own snow day! Bundle up
for an afternoon of good, old-fashioned sledding on Casper
Mountain’s Sledding Hill. Located just half a mile
north of the Casper Nordic Center, folks of all ages
will love whooshing down its pristine slopes. It’s a great
way for families to spend quality time together in the
crisp mountain air.
. . . skimming over the trails at 35 mph is a thrilling way
to explore it. Just ask Adventure Guide Don Higbee,
owner of Karst Motor Sports (307.237.7680). “My
favorite thing about the mountain is being able to go up
there with the family and having it in such close proximity
to Casper.” A lifelong enthusiast of
snowmobiling and ATVing, Higbee
speaks from experience. He and his
family just recently moved here, but
“we’ve been visiting Wyoming for
15 years. We’re really glad to be
in town.”
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Wyoming’s Adventure Capital. A great many trails can
be accessed at Beartrap Meadow, the trailhead for
snowmobiling on Casper Mountain. Located straight up
Casper Mountain Road and just minutes from downtown,
its parking lot is the perfect place to park a trailer and head
out on the groomed trails. From there, you can follow welldefined tracks over to Muddy Mountain and drop into
some of the larger, deeper powder snow known for great
backcountry riding.
Easy access and well-groomed trails are just a few of
the area’s highlights, according to Higbee. “It’s a good
area for the beginning and mid-range type of snowmobiler
to come and enjoy some of Wyoming’s scenery,” he says.
“What attracts the beginning snowmobiler to Casper
Mountain is the detail that the county uses on plowing the
different roads, and making sure that Beartrap Meadow
is easily accessible. My daughter is just learning how to
ride, and we allow her to ride up there.” Higbee notes,
however, that the mountain features a variety of different
terrain, offering something for all levels of snowmobilers.
As with any other sport, safety is a key consideration
when you head out into the mountains. Higbee suggests
taking spare belts and spark plugs — anything you might
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need to maintain your machine. He
While inexpensive sleds and inner tubes are the
also recommends bringing along
preferred mode of transportation on the hill, you’ll find
some food and water or Gatorade,
Blazin’
rides
in all shapes and sizes at a number of local shops.
a trail
“because you never know when a
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storm is going to blow in. You always
the greatest selection. And a word to the wise: look for a
want to make sure you’re prepared when you’re out
sled with a rope to make hauling it (with or without its cargo!)
riding.”
an easier task . . . it’s a long way to the top!
As for the gear you’ll need? There are a couple of
local shops that can outfit you in grand style. First,
you’ll need to get a season permit, which is available
for $25 from Natrona County (307.235.9370). Then,
check out Higbee’s shop for a full range of machines,
clothing and helmets. You will also find snowmobiles
and accessories for sale at Casper Mountain
Motorsports (307.266.4930) and Just For Kicks
(307.265.0228).
If flying down Casper Mountain seems a little too adventurous
for your taste head over to Washington Park (S. McKinley &
15th). The trees make an ideal “war” zone for a family snowball
fight, and the open areas are the perfect canvas for a series of
snow angels. Plus, there’s a great hill for sledding. And if there’s
no snow? Hit a convenience store and pick up a block of ice ...
you haven’t lived if you haven’t tried ice block sledding!
While snowmobiling is a favorite pastime for Higbee
and his family, Higbee believes “what makes Casper
so attractive is the variety of outdoor activities that
are available to everybody.” When visiting Casper
Mountain, Higbee says visitors should be sure to
explore other options, such as nordic skiing and
sledding. “It just makes for a good family day.”
. . . What makes Casper so attractive is the variety of outdoor
activities that are available to everybody...”
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wonderland like Casper
Mountain located just
minutes from town . . .
MAP OF MAJOR ROADS & ATTRACTIONS
1. Alcova Reservoir,
Fremont Canyon,
Cottonwood Creek
Dinosaur Trail,
Independence Rock,
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Center
22. Casper Recreation
Center, Casper Ice
Arena, & Casper
Family Aquatic
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7. Three Crowns Golf
8. Casper Ghosts
10. National Historic
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Fairgrounds
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Museum
12. Downtown Casper
13. Nicolaysen Museum
14. Natrona County High
School Auditorium
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24. Eastridge Mall
25. Salt Creek Country
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Martin’s Cove,
Devil’s Gate,
CROSS COUNTRY
WINTER WONDERLAND
TREKKING THE BACK COUNTRY PATHS
If Nordic Skiing is your thing, the Casper Nordic
Center (307.235.4772) with its 42 kilometers of groomed trails
is a great place to glide. Located on Casper Mountain just
minutes from downtown, the Nordic Center offers not only crosscountry skiing by day, but a lighted loop for night skiing. There
are trail levels for all abilities, so grab your poles and go!
Early snow and great terrain are two fantastic reasons to
practice your diagonal stride in Casper. In addition to the
me Air!
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groomed trails, there are also about 50k of back country and
snowshoe trails. And when you ski Casper, you’ll be in good
reminds us, it’s an easy journey to the slope “It’s only
twenty minutes away from town. You can ride up there
in less than a half an hour.” Another great feature,
he points out, is the lack of long lines that are usually
seen at larger ski resorts.
. . . pack up your gear and head to Hogadon Ski Area
(Casper Mountain, 307.234.8499) for some winter
adventure in Casper! Whether you’re looking to cruise
downhill on skis or catch some air with your ‘board,
Hogadon offers 600 vertical feet of terrain for riders of
all levels.
The conditions at Hogadon are typically “packed
powder...they keep it groomed nicely; they try to buff
out the icy patches.” He goes on to say, “Your bunny
hills for the beginners are a little bit more flat. Medium
level hills, they’re going to be a lot steeper, and take a
little bit more experience to go down. Work your way
up to the terrain park — that’s going to enable you to
do tricks — bust out some aerials or hit up some rails
or something more advanced. Then they’ve got black
diamonds that are just steep all the way down — very
straight and very steep.”
Adventure Guide Ian Delap, manager at a local
skateboard/snowboard retailer, has been shredding
Casper Mountain since he was about 12 or 13 years
old. “Basically, I got into it because I skateboarded a
lot,” he says. “I couldn’t really skate during the winter,
so I picked up a snowboard. It’s just relaxing, it’s fun —
it takes your mind off everything.”
Located just 11 miles south on Casper Mountain,
Hogadon offers something for skiers and snowboarders
at every level. There’s even a terrain park for
more adventurous riders.
And, as Delap
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If you’re new to the sport and deciding between
investing in skis or a snowboard, Delap offers a few
pointers: With skis, there are poles to help keep you in
the upright position! Snowboarding tends to treat your
knees with a little more kindness, but can put more
stress on your ankles. And while powder is great for
snowboarding, skis work well on bumpy, icy terrain.
Whether you’re looking to cruise downhill on skis or catch some air with your
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all levels.”
Still not sure which sport is for you? Why not try
them both? Check out CasperWyoming.info
for a complete list of rental shops. Or, if you’d
rather purchase everything you’ll need for a great
day on the mountain, Delap offers this advice: “If
you’re just starting out, you’re going to have to get
a board, boots, bindings, and definitely a full set
of warm winter clothes. You’re also going to want
some snowpants, and a waterproof jacket — then
goggles are definitely a must!”
company! During the Salt Lake City Olympics, two Olympic
teams trained daily in Casper. But don’t let that intimidate you
— most folks ski strictly for fun; that’s what it’s all about!
Passes are required to access the trails, and can be purchased
through Natrona County Road and Bridge (307.235.9311),
Mountain Sports (307.266.1136) and the Nordic Center. For
rental equipment, try Mountain Sports or Ragged Edge Sports
(307.237.5560). Both will have you geared up with skis, poles,
boots and beyond in no time. Group or private lessons are
available, too, through arrangements with the Nordic Lodge.
Although it’d be awesome to step onto the
snow for the first time ever and ski like Bode
Miller, that’s probably not going to happen!
Delap points out that Hogadon features a
fully accredited ski school, so
visitors can learn from the
professionals.
Hogadon
Ski School offers group
and
private
lessons,
available by reservation.
“It’s great education for
your dollar — it’s pretty
cheap, and they give quality
service.”
Visit CasperWyoming.info to learn about other winter activites
in Casper. While you’re there, check out exclusive podcasts,
vidcasts, events and more!
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If the first gentle snowflake
of the season makes you
yearn for the slopes . . .
LIVE MUSIC
CROSSROADS OF CULTURE
HITTING THE STAGE IN CASPER
Ever since the vaudeville days of the early 20th
century, live music has been a staple of Casper’s nightlife.
And while those original stages have long since vanished, the
live music scene in Casper continues to impress, offering jazz,
rock, country, and dance music in a variety of comfortable clubs.
But for Adventure Guide Jude Carino, repeating the past
is all a part of the fun! As Director of Casper’s National
Historic Trails Interpretive Center (307.261.7700),
Carino knows a thing or two about Western heritage.
With the Oregon, Mormon, California, and Pony
Express Trails all converging in Casper, “every one of the
[emigrants] walked through what is now Casper;
every person saw Casper Mountain as we see
it today.”
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If history is your passion, a visit to the
Trails Center is a must. The Center features
seven galleries, each relating to the
trails’ emigrants, as well as the Native
Americans who inhabited the land.
Their stories are presented through
multimedia presentations, lifelike dioramas, and
interactive
experiences
— you can
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experience a virtual ride across the North Platte River
in a covered wagon! But the Center is just one of many
museums that make Casper a superb classroom. “People
must also go see Fort Caspar (307.235.8462),” Carino
asserts. The Fort, which started as a trading post in 1859,
is an open air museum today, featuring a brand new indoor
museum as well as renovated wooden buildings and
even a wooden stockade! Modern history buffs will also
want to make a point of visiting the Wyoming Veteran’s
Museum (307.472.1857), which commemorates all wars
and branches of the military.
When you’re ready to slide back into the present, Carino
reminds us that Casper has several modern offerings.
“This town has amazing facilities,” Carino gushes. Pick
any furry critter, any moment in history, or even your
favorite artist, and you’ll find a museum in Casper to go
along with it. Start with The Nicolaysen Art Museum &
Discovery Center (307.235.5247) — “Art lovers of the
world come and see it!” With over 25,000 square feet of
space and nine galleries, you’ll want to block out a few
hours to take it all in. Past shows have highlighted the
works of Andy Warhol and Carol Swinney, and if you’re
lucky you’ll catch an auction, art show or festival during
your visit.
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There’s also the Tate Geological Museum
(307.268.2447), which boasts over 3000 fossil and
mineral specimens, including dinosaurs. Or, if you prefer
slightly more modern flora and fauna, be sure to drop
by the Werner Wildlife Museum (307.235.2108) and
the Audubon Center at Garden Creek (307.473.1987).
Each of these facilities offers a unique experience with
local wildlife, from galleries of mounted specimens to
actual habitat exploration and hiking.
Not all museum experiences are limited to the daytime.
The Casper Planetarium (307.577.0310) hosts a variety
of programs, literally depending on how and when the
stars align! Another favorite for kids and parents alike
is The Science Zone (307.473.9663).
“It’s very hard to find ways to
engage children in a learning
situation,” Carino explains, “but the
Science Zone has done it.” Some of
the excitement includes the Bubble
Zone, an entire room dedicated to
making awesome bubbles, and the
Zoo Zone, which showcases live
reptiles, spiders and mammals from
all over the world.
. . .Every one of the [emigrants] walked through what is now Casper;
every person saw Casper Mountain as we see it today.”
A must-see for country music and line dancing fans is the
recently renovated Beacon Club (307.577.1503) in Mills. Rebuilt on the site where the original building stood, those who go
“Sneakin’ to the Beacon” enjoy a new, bigger bar and dance floor.
Regular acts perform live Tuesday through Saturday nights, so
grab your cowboy boots and scoot on over!
If you are the type that prefers scattin’ to scooting, you’ll enjoy
The Jazz Spot (307.235.5299), an intimate dinner club where
folks of all ages can eat, drink, and listen to the sweet rhythms
of cool blues and white-hot jazz. Local two-piece “trio” The
Tremors (TheTremors.com) are frequently spotted playing there.
And located just down the road at the Parkway Plaza, All That
Jazz (307.235.1777) is another hotspot for jazz-minded adults. 
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When you’re ready to rock, the world famous Wonder
Bar (307.234.4110) is the place to be. Wednesday nights
feature the acoustic folk-rock stylings of Chad Lore
(ChadLore.com), while weekend visitors can often catch
local powerhouse Eli Manor Band playing upstairs on
the large stage. The American Legion (307.235.1203)
also features touring rock, punk, and modern country
bands several times a month. And, if you’re the type
who would rather perform your own epic rock ballads,
check into karaoke at The Moviestar Lounge
(307.266.4976) or Chatters (307.234.5329).
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It’s said that those who forget
the past are doomed to repeat it.
One of the Casper’s newest venues is Elixir’s (307.233.4303).
Most weekends, you’ll be able to catch a jazz combo or acoustic
guitar performance, followed by DJ-spun tunes into the wee
hours of the morning. Elixir’s is also the only club in Casper that
offers a special “cigar bar” — the perfect place to enjoy a stogie
along with a top-shelf cocktail.
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into everybody’s budget, because we don’t cost a dime.”
These are just a few of the reasons that Casper is a
great choice for conventions and meetings. With more
than 2600 hotel/motel rooms and nearly 180,000 square
feet of meeting space, Casper is equipped to host
events both big and small. In addition, Casper is centrally
located within the Rocky Mountain Region, which makes
it very convenient. And, Erickson adds, “Casper offers an
exceptional combination of dining, shopping, historical,
cultural, and leisure activities.”
Erickson’s job is to provide assistance to any group
looking to host an event in Casper. “I ask planners
questions about their meeting pattern — is it Monday
through Friday, or is it a weekend event? Is it an all-day
event? Are food functions involved? Is there a trade
show? How many sleeping rooms will be needed?”
“I think the service we provide is what draws people here,”
says Stephanie Erickson, Director of Conventions and
Group Services for the Casper Area Convention and
Visitors Bureau (800.852.1889). “Our attention to detail
encourages them to return time after time, and we fit
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Based on this information, Erickson then helps planners
fill out an electronic request for proposal (RFP) at www.
CasperWyoming.info. This RFP is broadcast to area
properties that fit the meeting/event criteria, and they
respond with availability and pricing information. “This
way, the planner can choose the facility that will best
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meet their group’s needs,” Erickson says. They can
also request additional information about Casper.
“We can supply maps, dining options, services and
entertainment suitable for specific groups and events.
And best of all, we don’t charge a fee!”
Large meetings, conventions, and conferences
enjoy great success in Casper. With three full-service
convention hotels and other large meeting spaces
throughout the city — most notably the 10,000 seat
Casper Events Center — Casper is prepared to
host groups of all sizes. Over the past year, Casper
has hosted gatherings such as the Rocky Mountain
International Roundup (400 attendees), the Germans
from Russia Heritage Society Conference (1,000+
attendees), the Wyoming Women’s Expo, and many
more! Casper is also slated to host the Wyoming
Hunting & Fishing Expo and the Great Rockies’
Sports Show this fall.
For more information about hosting an event or all
things Casper, contact the Casper Area Convention
and Visitors Bureau at 307-234-5362 or 800-8521889 or visit www.CasperWyoming.info.
. . . With more than 2600 hotel/motel rooms and approximately 180,000 square feet of
meeting space, Casper has the ability to host a wide variety of events.”
The
perfect
overnight
stop for Motor Coach tours between
Yellowstone National Park and
Denver is smack dab in the middle of
Wyoming — Casper, Wyoming to be
exact.
Just ask Susan Freeman,
CACVB Director of Motor Coach
Tours and Competitions. Freeman
has organized adventures for many
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ranging from dining to golf to historic
trails exploration and everything in between. In
fact, with so many adventures to be had, Freeman says Casper
could easily be a multi-night destination for almost any tour
group.
Motor Coach Tours are often theme-related — historical tours,
educational tours, mountain biking, adventure groups — all of
which are well represented in Casper. In fact, the community
caters to those with a broad range of interests: “Adventure can go
from seeing a deer or pronghorn antelope in the wild to catching
a minor league baseball game to touring the scenic Fremont
Canyon in a pontoon boat,” Freeman says. “Some Motor Coach
Tours will come in and not everyone will want to do the same
thing. We try to offer them a variety of opportunities.”
As for the Touring companies themselves? Freeman says
there are many advantages for Tour companies when the
CACVB assists in the planning of their itineraries. In addition
to a dedicated staff and planning assistance, the CACVB also
offers tour operators other perks, like
sponsoring or hosting a meal.
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Visitors interested in adding Casper as
an overnight stay to their favorite route
should contact their local Motor Coach
Tour operators. A simple internet search
will help you to locate the Motor Coach
tour operators in your area, and their
schedules are posted on their websites
in advance.
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for your next meeting,
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800 NORTH POPLAR | 1.800.528.1234
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20 SOUTHEAST WYOMING BLVD.
KITCHEN UNITS
NAME, PHONE NUMBER (AREA CODE=307)
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Visit CasperWyoming.info for detailed
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NAME, PHONE NUMBER (AREA CODE=307)
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4205 FORT CASPAR RD. • WWW.FTCASPARCAMP.ORG
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Highway 20/26, the Airport serves the Western
region with four major airlines. Those carriers
provide direct flights to five major hub cities:
Denver, Chicago, Las Vegas, Salt Lake
City and Minneapolis/St. Paul. Additionally,
charter operators provide direct monthly flights
to Laughlin and/or Wendover, NV.
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Sanford’s, 241 S. Center & 61 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; 234.4555,L|D aå
Chatter’s Bar & Grill,1324 Prairie Ln., Bar Nunn, 234.5329 ,L|D å
Dori Lou’s, I-25 & Hat Six Rd.,473.8589, B|L|D 24 HOURS
Airport facilities include two primary air
carrier runways and two general aviation
runways. Parking at C/NCIA includes
both short-term and long-term options.
For more information about the Casper/
Natrona County International Airport, visit
iFlyCasper.com, or call 1.307.472.6688.
Sherrie’s Place, 310 W. Yellowstone, 235.3513, B|L
Sunset Grill, 22250 W. Hwy. 220, Alcova, 472.3200, L|Då
The Cottage, 116 S. Lincoln, 234.1157, B|L
The Old House, 130 S. Lincoln, 472.5101, B|L
Edgerton Cafe, 335 Hwy. 387, Edgerton,437.9210, B|L|D å
Village Inns of Casper, 350 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.& 325 S. Durbin,
234.1485, 234.1614, B|L|D (BOTH)
Eggington’s, 229 E. 2nd St., 265.8700, B|La
West Side Cafe, 5759 CY Ave., 266.2027, B|L|D
Frank’s Coney Island, 2145 E. 12th St., 797.0505, L|D
Western Grill, 2333 E. Yellowstone, 234.7061, B|L|D
Ghost Town Truck Stop, 6680 W. Yellowstone Hwy., 472.0200,
Tumbleweeds, 267 Lewis (Midwest), 437.6266, L|D
Hometown Buffet, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 577.5953,
Wings ‘n Things, 2008 CY Ave., 234.9464, L|D
B|L|D 24 HOURS
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Wonder Bar, 256 S. Center, 234.4110, L|D aå
IHOP, 510 E. Lathrop Rd., 235.0111, B|L|D
Wyoming Hot Wings, 1821 E. 12th St., 237.5924, L|D
Jazz Spot, 128 E. 2nd St., 235,5299, B|L|D aå
BARBECUE
JB’s Big Boy, 600 W. “F” St., 234.7301, B|L|D
Johnny J’s Diner, 1705 E. 2nd St., 234.4204, B|L|D a
Karen & Jim’s, 520 S. Ash, 266.4976, B|L|D å, CLOSED MON
Kopper Kettle, 5038 Lafayette, 266.4110, L|D
Old Chicago, 3580 E. 2nd St., 473.1900, L|D å
CASPER/NATRONA COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Alcova Lakeside Marina, 24025 Lakeshore Dr., 472.6666 , B|L|D
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Red Lobster, 531 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 473.9852, L|Daå
Casper’s Good Cooking, 581 N. Poplar, 237.3033, B|L|D 24 HOURS
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CASPER MOUNTAIN • WWW.WY.BLM.GOV
RIM CAMPGROUND, 261.7600
CASPER MOUNTAIN • WWW.WY.BLM.GOV
Riverside Grille, 300 W. “F” St. (Ramada Plaza), 235.2531, B|L|D å
Applebee’s, 359 Miracle Dr. ,472.6555, L|D å
BOB’S TRAILER COURT (EDGERTON) 437.6449
311 S. SULLIVAN
CASPER EAST RV PARK & CAMPGROUND, 237.5155 | 1.800.294.8551
2800 E. YELLOWSTONE • CASPEREASTRVPARK.COM
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Boots BBQ, 401 Valley Dr., 237.2500, L|D a
Fred’s BBQ, 4925 Natrona Ave., 577.1600, L|D å
Sidelines Sports Bar, 1121 Wilkins Cir., 234.9444, L|D å
CHINESE/ASIAN
Parkway Cafe, 123 W. “E” St., 235.1777, B|L|D å
Dragon Wall Chinese Buffet, 2025 E. 2nd St., 235.8899, L|D
Perkins, 4710 E. 2nd St., 265.7339, B|L|D
Dsasumo, 320 W. 1st St., 237.7874, L|D aå
Platte River Restaurant, 321 E. “E” St., 266.6007, B|L|D å
Flaming Wok, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 232.9211, L|D a
Plows Diner, 2150 E. Yellowstone, 577.1504, B|L
Golden Dragon, 739 Luker Ln.(Shilo Inn), 266.1088, L|D a
Pork-n-Bees, 321 E. “E” St., 266.2293, B|L
House of Sushi, 260 S. Center, 266.2888, L|D aå
Red & White Cafe, 1620 E. Yellowstone, 234.6962, B|L
JS Chinese, 116 W. 2nd St., 577.0618, L|D å
River’s Edge Cafe, 777 W. 1st St., 265.5333, B|L a
Mongolian Grill, 4801 E. 2nd St., 473.1033, L|D a
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1-800-852-1889
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BLM CAMPGROUNDS, 261.7600
VARIOUS COUNTY LOCATIONS • WWW.WY.BLM.GOV
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HANDICAP FACILITIES
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ALCOVA LAKE CAMPGROUND, 235.9311
CR 407, WEST OF CASPER
NAME, PHONE NUMBER (307), LOCATION, WEBSITE
SHOWERS
RV SITES
information about “roughing it” in Casper.
TENT SITES
CAMPGROUNDS/AIRPORT
CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS
Outback, 229 Miracle St., 235.0391, L|Då
Dorn’s Fireside, 1745 CY Ave., 235.6831, L|Då
Poor Boy’s, 739 N. Center, 237.8325, L|Daå
Bid’s Place, 4709 W. Yellowstone, 577.5213, L|D
Fire Rock, 6100 E. 2nd St., 234.2333, L|Då
Remington’s, 800 N. Poplar (Ramkota), 266.6000, Då
COFFEE HOUSES
Domino’s, 3 Locations, 265.2900, 237.6100, 234.4455 L|Da
Goose Egg Inn, 10580 Goose Egg Rd., 473.8838, L|Då
Sedar’s, 4370 S. Poplar, 235.6395, L|Då
Blue Heron, 201 E. 2nd St., 265.3774, BOOKS a
Godfather’s, 2877 E. 2nd St., 265.1221, L|Då
Fort Java Outpost, 895 S.W. Wyo.Blvd.; Mills, 265-5282,
Little Italy Pizza, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 237.3566, L|Da
Szechuan, 1151 CY Ave., 265.8881, L|D å
Java Jitters, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd.; Eastridge Mall, 472.0702,a
Metro Coffee, 241 S. David, 472.5042, ART a
Starbucks, 4585 E. 2nd St. & 4003 CY Ave., 234.9470, B|La
Pizza Hut, 3738 CY Ave. & 3741 E. 2nd St., 265.0804, 577.9112,
ATTRACTIONS
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DELI & SANDWICHES
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Art Galleries and MUSEUMS
Pathfinder Dam Interpretive Center, Pathfinder Lake
Blimpie Subs, 1510 Centennial Blvd., Hilltop Center &
All That Jazz, 123 W. “E” St., 235.1777, Live Music
Antler Taxidermy & Art, 2590 Palomino, Bar Nunn, 266.3413
Western wildlife and art by local artists
Picture in a Frame, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 266.3906
Posters, prints, framing, mounting.
Casper College Greenhouse, 125 College Dr., 268.2407
Home to many exotic plants, reptiles and fish. Call for hours
www.caspercollege.edu/lifescience/greenhouse
Pierless Puffin Art Gallery, 201 E. 2nd St., 472.5311
A unique shopping experience! Open Tues-Sat
Cheese Barrel, 544 S. Center, 235.5202, B|La
Grant Street Grocery, 815 Grant, 237.2539, La
Mountain View Sub Shop, 239 E. 1st St., 237.7999, B|La
Sandwich Bar, 124 E. 2nd St., 266.1527, B|La
Baja Beach Company, 525 S.W. Wyo. Blvd., Mills, 235.2252, Food 11-6PM
Beacon Club, 4100 W. Yellowstone Hwy., Mills, 577.1503, Food/Live Music
Butch’s Happy Days, 1180 Oildale, Evansville, 577.5031, Live Music
Drake’s Pub, 300 W. “F” St. (Ramada Plaza), 235.2531, B|L|D
Elixirs, 303 S. Wolcott, 233.4303, Live Music, Cigar Room
FINE DINING
Frosty’s, 520 S. Center, 234.3827, Bar Menu
303, 303 S. Wolcott, 233.4303, L|Daå
Movie Star Lounge, 520 S. Ash St., 266.4976, L|D, Karaoke
Armor’s, 3422 Energy Ln., 235.3000, L|D å
Moonlight Liquors & Lounge, 2305 E. 12th St., 234.7787
Gegi’s, 201 E. 2nd St. (Atrium Plaza), 234.9796, D a
Paradise Valley Liquors & Lounge, 401 Valley Dr., 237.1686
ITALIAN
The Pump Room, 739 N. Center (Poorboy’s), 237.8325 L|D
Bosco’s, 847 E. “A” St., 265.9658, L|Daå
Remington’s, 800 N. Poplar (Ramkota), 266.6000
Botticelli, 129 W. 2nd St., 266.2700, L|Daå
MEXICAN
Don Juan’s, 144 S. Center, 234.0903, L|Daå
El Jarro, 500 W. “F” St., 577.0538, L|Då
Guadalajara, 3350 CY Ave., 234.4699, L|Då
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Papa John’s, 1501 E. 2nd St., 234.2121, L|Da
Sunrise Cafe, 4360 S. Poplar, 265.1595, B|La
4160 S. Poplar, 472.3424, 237.1656, 235.4755, L|D a
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Barry’s Pizzeria, 123 W. “E” St., 237.8523, L|Da
Sandbar Lounge, 100 N. Ash St., 266.2745 L|D
Sidelines Sports Bar, 1121 Wilkins Cir., 234.9444 L|D, Live DJs
Sunrise Lanes Bar & Grill, 4000 S. Poplar, 234.9141 L|D, Bowling
Sunset Bar & Grill, 22250 W. Hwy. 220, Alcova, 472.3200 L|D
Taylor’s Sports Bar, 37 Curtis St., 266.0941 Sports Bar, Live Music
La Cocina, 1040 N. Center, 266.1414, L|Daå
TJ’s Bar & Grill, 2024 CY Ave., 473.7526 L|D
La Costa, 1600 E. 2nd St., 235.6599, L|Daå
The Wonder Bar, 256 S. Center, 234.4110, L|D, Live Musica
Tacos Mexico, 2117 E. 12th St., 472.5606, L|Då
Wyoming Off-Track Betting, 4610 E. Yellowstone Hwy., 472.1144
AdventureGuide
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Crimson Dawn, Casper Mtn., 1620 Crimson Dawn Rd., 235.9311
Local folklore & self.guided walking tour
Dick Sorenson Studio, 4020 S. Poplar, 237.1274
Local art. Located at the Sunrise Shopping Center.
Finishing Touch, 4010 S. Poplar, 577.1440
Local art in all mediums. Located at the Sunrise Shopping Center.
Fort Caspar Historical Site, 4001 Fort Caspar Rd., 235.8462
Open daily May-Sept; Oct-Apr, Admission Fee
www.fortcaspar.com
Planetarium, 904 N. Poplar, 577.0310
Daily during summer. Limited hours Sept-May. Admission Fee.
ncdsweb.ncds.k12.wy.us/planetarium
Salt Creek Museum, Midwest, 531 1/2 Peak St., 437.6513
Call for hours. Oilfield and town history. Maps available.
Tate Geological Museum, 125 College Dr., 268.2447
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm.
www.caspercollege.edu/tate/webpage.asp
The Science Zone, 3960 S. Poplar,473.9663,
Mon-Sat 9am.5pm; Closed on Sun. Adults $4, Kids 2.18 $3, Free
under 2. www.thesciencezone.org
Goodstein Art Gallery, Casper College, 125 College Dr., 268.2060
All types of media, regional and national artists
Vivi’s Artist’s Choice Gallery, 647 W. Yellowstone, 234.7000
Source for Vivi K. Crandall Wildlife Art.
Mormon Handcart Visitor Center, 47600 W. Hwy. 220
(approx. 60 miles SW of Casper), 328.2953
Open 9am-4pm daily with extended hours during the summer.
www.handcarttreks.com
War Birds Museum, C/NC Int’l Airport, 8220 Fuller St., 259.5910
Call for hours. WWII memorabilia.
National Historic Trails Center, 1501 N. Poplar, 261.7700
Open daily Apr-Oct, Nov-Mar Tues-Sat; Admission Fee, Seniors $5
www.wy.blm.gov/nhtic
Nicolaysen Art Museum & Discovery Center,
400 E. Collins Dr., 235.5247; Admission Fee
Children’s Center and Contemporary Art Museum
Tue-Sat 10am.5pm; Closed Sun-Mon, www.thenic.org
Werner Wildlife Museum, 405 E. 15th, 235.2108
Mon-Fri 1pm-5pm.
www.caspercollege.edu/lifescience/werner
West Wind Art Gallery,1040 W. 15th, 265.2655
Casper Artists Guild Gallery; Tue-Sat 12pm-4pm.
Wyo Veteran’s Memorial Museum, C/NC Int’l Airport, 472.1857
Commemorates all wars and branches of the military.
Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm, closed Monday.
1-800-852-1889
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South Sea, 3400 E. 2nd St., 237.4777, L|D å
PIZZA
DINING/ATTRACTIONS
DINING
STEAKHOUSE
New Moon, 832 CY Ave., 234.2915, L|D aå
Concerts in the Park, 12th & McKinley,
Weekly City Band Performances Thursdays; Jun-Aug 7:30 pm.
www.wyomusic.com/casperband
Downtown Movie Palaces, Downtown Casper, 472.4747
Stadium seating & Dolby Digital Cinema in select theatres.
www.wyomovies.com
Eagle Bowl, 306 N. Durbin, 472.3199
Mon-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 9am-12am; Sun Noon-8pm. $2 per game.
El Mark O Lanes, 2800 CY Ave., 237.9558
Call for hours. $2.75 per game. Cafe and lounge.
Gertrude Krampert Theatre, Casper College Campus, 268.2365
Casper College Theatrical Performances
Kids Works, 2500 CY Ave., 234.4386
Indoor playground, childcare
www.kidsworksllc.com
Stage III, 900 N. Center, 234.0946
Community Theatre • www.stageiiitheatre.com
Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, 111 W. 2nd. St., Ste. 103, 266.1478
Live Symphony performances Oct thru May.
www.wyomingsymphony.org
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS / TOURS
Dinosaur Nature Trail, Cottonwood Beach at Alcova Lake
Historic Downtown Casper, 235.6710,
Brochures available for introduction to historic buildings
Historic Trails West, Mills, 266.4868
Conestoga wagon treks and horseback rides on the trails
www.historicaltrailswest.com/wagontreks.html
Painted Past Enterprises, 232 E. 2nd St., Ste. 102, 267.7243
Historic downtown walking tours Tue-Thur., Ghost Tour Fridays
www.paintedpast.org
Spiritriders Wagontrain, 5897 12 Mile Rd., 277.1235
Wagon trains, custom tours, jamborees
www.spiritrider-wagontrain.com
Your Ride/Adventures West, 4486 Moonbeam Rd., 577.1226
Narrated van tours of historic trails & shuttle service
www.usatouring.com
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Casper Recreation Center, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8383
Drop-in courts, foosball and pool, seasonal ice arena
www.casperwy.gov
Eastridge Movies 4, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., Eastridge Mall, 472.7469
Discount films. Admission just $3.50 • www.wyomovies.com
Wyoming Blues and Jazz Society, 123 W. “E” St.
Jam Sessions 3rd Sunday of each month.
www.wyobluesandjazz.org
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Casper Ice Arena, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8484
Closed May 20-Jul 16; Indoor ice rink, snack bar, skate rentals
www.casperwy.gov
Old Town Fun Center, 125 East “E” St., 266.4653
Mini golf, arcade, indoor climbing wall, snack bar
www.parkwayplaza.net
Rack ‘Em Up Club, 128 S. Center, 235.6574
Pool hall and snack bar.
Stuckenhoff Shooters Complex, 2330 N. Station Rd., 265.2535
Sat-Sun 9am-Dusk
Sunrise Bowling Lanes, 4370 S. Poplar, 234.9141
Dining, lounge and shopping center
The Peak Indoor Climbing Gym, 410 N. Beverly, 472.4084
Indoor rock climbing facility
Wagon Wheel Roller Rink, 305 Van Horn Ave., Mills, 265.4214
Indoor roller skating rink, arcade & snack bar
Wyoming Athletic Club, 455 Thelma Dr., 265.6928
$10/day includes full use of facility, raquetball courts additional
YMCA, 315 E. 15th, 234.9187
$5/day pass, out of state memberships honored, full use
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Adventurequest Fishing, 259.1322
Trout & walleye fishing at Alcova, Pathfinder, Deer Creek Canyon
www.adventurequestfishing.com
BMX Track, 25th & Poplar, Mike Cedar Park
Casper Country Club, 4149 Country Club, 235.5777
Private golf course, 18 holes
www.caspercountryclub.com
Casper Municipal Golf, 2120 Allendale Blvd., 234.1037
Public golf course, 27 holes
www.cityofcasperwy.com
Casper Recreation Center, 235.8383
Call for locations of tennis courts
www.casperwy.gov
Charlie’s Guide Service, 235.1125
Experienced Wyoming fisherman. Alcova & Pathfinder reservoirs.
Trout and walleye
www.boatfishwyo.com
Platte River Raft n’ Reel, 5625 CY Ave., 267.0170
Guided & non-guided rafting trips, rentals, fly fishing gear
www.raftnreel.com
Platte River White Water Park, Amoco Park/1st St., 577.1206
Water sports, kayaking, flat water recreation
www.platteriverparkway.org
Q Creek Outfitters, Box 2850, 356.4200
Hunting & fishing guide; ww.qcreek.com
Salt Creek Country Club, Midwest/Edgerton, 437.6229
“Sand packed” greens, 9 holes
www.pasturegolf.com/courses/saltcreek.htm
Casper Disc Golf, N. of Soccer & Softball complex on Bryon Stock
Trail, 472.5245; 18 holes, bring your own disc
Skateboard Parks, Behind YMCA & near Boys & Girls Club
Cowboy Drifters, 2945 Indian Springs Dr., 331.2031
Year-round fly-fishing guides, fly shop, lodging, float trips.
www.wyocowboydrifters.net
Crazy Rainbow Fly Fishing, 13800 W. Hwy. 220, 234.6905
Lodge, guest house, guided fishing trips
www.crazyrainbow.net
Casper Nordic Center, Casper Mountain, 235.9325
Summer: Hiking/Biking. Winter: Ski Trails lit until 10pm, $5
www.caspernordic.com
Enchanted Homestead Adventures, Alcova, 267.3335
Camping & Hiking
Gray Reef Outfitters, 22222 Grey Reef Rd., 232.9128
Shuttle service, guiding and more
Sloane’s General Store, Hwy. 220 Alcova, 234.2066
Gray Reef shuttle, boat rentals, fly shop, accommodations
Snowmobile Trails, Casper Mountain
49 miles total, 46 groomed, 3 non-groomed
The Cages, 1961 Fetterman, 577.7431
Batting cages open Apr-Sep
Three Crowns Golf Club, Platte River Commons, 472.7696
Robert Trent Jones Jr. public course, 18 holes
www.threecrownsgolfclub.com
Wyoming Athletic Club, 455 Thelma Dr., 265.6928
$10/day includes full use of of facility
Wyoming Game & Fish, 3030 Energy Ln., 473.3400
Hunting and fishing orders on line, Landowner list
gf.state.wy.us
Hogadon Ski Area, 2500 Hogadon Rd., 235.8499
60 acres of groomed slopes; ski school, rentals, concessions; snowboarders welcome.
www.casperwy.gov/leisureservice/hogadon
Yessness Pond, Poplar & Wyo. Blvd.
Stocked pond for children’s fishing experience
Karst Motorsports, 1021 English Ave., 237.7680
ATV rentals. www.karstmotorsports.com
Casper Ghosts, 330 Kati Ln., N. Poplar, 232.1111
Colorado Rockies affiliate. Mid June thru Early Sept.
www.ghostsbaseball.com
INDOOR ACTIVITIES
North Platte Lodge, 20400 W. Grey Reef, 237.1182
Full service fishing lodge
www.northplattelodge.com
Aladdin’s Castle, 601 S.E. Wyo. Blvd., 234.6095
Arcade, Eastidge Mall
www.namcoarcade.com
ATV Track, Poison Spider Rd., 261.7600
200 acres. Open year round to all off road vehicles, no fee.
www.wy.blm.gov/cfo/recreation.htm
Old Town Mini Golf, 123 W. “E” St., 266.4653
Outdoor miniature golf course, modeled after historic Casper
www.parkwayplaza.net
Platte River Fly Shop, 7400 W. Hwy. 220, 237.5997
Guided fishing trips, rentals, fly fishing gear
www.wyomingflyfishing.com
City of Casper Recreation, 235.8383
Pools at several locations around city; Jun-Aug
www.casperwy.gov
Alcova Marina, Alcova Lake/Hwy. 220, 24025 Lakeshore Dr.
472.6666; Watercraft rentals, fishing licenses
www.alcovalakesidemarina.com
AdventureGuide
Paradise Valley Country Club, 70 Magnolia, 237.3673
Private golf course, 18 holes
www.paradisevalleyccwyo.com/home.htm
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS
Casper Speedway, 2201 E. Rd., 577.3040
Open Friday evenings Mid May thru Early September
Wyoming Cavalry, Events Center, 232.8170
American Indoor Football League. 7-8 home games, Mar-Jul
www.wyomingcavalry.com
1-800-852-1889
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ARTCORE, 330 S. Center St., Ste. 415, 265.1564
Live performance / Arts Series; Call for schedule of performances
www.artcorewy.com
Casper Family Aquatic Center, 1801 E. 4th St., 235.8383
Lazy river, 2 slides, family friendly • www.casperwy.gov
ATTRACTIONS
ATTRACTIONS
CULTURAL/FINE ARTS ACTIVITIES
Casper Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Casper, WY 82601
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