If an arts organization isn't a "tourism asset" we don't know what is:
Lander's Tourism Asset Development (TAD) Program offers assistance through the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce from lodging tax proceeds from the Wind River Visitor’s Council.
All applicants are subject to guidelines for requesting Tourism Asset Development funds from the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce. All requests require appropriate application materials and recommendation of the TAD committee and approval of the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Eligible candidates include groups that are able to demonstrate that their programming has a direct benefit to the tourism industry specifically in the Lander area. The purpose of the TAD Grant program is to attract potential visitors from outside of the Lander area.
Those eligible to apply for the TAD program are non-governmental tourist-related organizations, non-profit organization, Civic organizations or tourism related organizations for the purpose of developing tourism assets in the Lander area. Eligible expenditures include but are not limited to print media, website, radio, television. Other expenditures may be eligible dependent upon approval of the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
TAD grants may be awarded for applications in any amount up to $1,000.
Applications must be submitted to the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce by February 1, 2013 for projects to be completed in 2013.
Call the Lander Area Chamber of Commerce at 307-332-3892.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Wyoming Office of Tourism announces co-op advertising project for 2013
Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director Wyoming Office of Tourism, shared this letter with the Wyoming Arts Council. We thought we'd pass it along in case there are any arts organizations or artists (or groups of artists) interested in placing a co-op ad for the national Family Motorcoach Association rally in June at CAM-PLEX in Gillette. Here's the info:
Hello Tourism Partners,
The Wyoming Office of Tourism (WOT) is providing a new co-op opportunity for 2013 that will reach the RV audience.
The Family Motorcoach Association (FMCA) will be hosting their annual membership rally at the Cam-Plex in Gillette June 19-22, 2013. This is the association's 50th anniversary celebration and they are expecting a great turnout with over 2,200 RVs in attendance. These travelers will not only be spending their days in Gillette, they will be exploring all over the state and region. A great opportunity for us to give them plenty of reason to explore Wyoming.
The FMCA membership is over 100,000 strong and the WOT is providing a co-op opportunity in their March edition of Family Motorcoaching magazine. This co-op will not only reach the audience planning to attend the Wyoming event, but their entire membership.
WOT will purchase a full page ad and 1/6 page ads will be made available to all interested parties at $1,000 each. All ads will be placed in a Wyoming section to create a great presence for the state. The WOT is also supporting this buy with banners on the FMCA website and ads in the FMCA e-newsletter. The web banners and e-newsletter ads are not part of the co-op, but if you are interested in purchasing web advertising from FMCA, feel free to discuss that with the contact below.
If you are interested in participating in the co-op, you can contact:
Ranita Jones - FMCA sales manager
Space reservation deadline: January 13, 2013
Materials deadline: January 20, 2013
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me back or call me at one of the numbers listed below.
Warmest Regards,
Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director
Thursday, December 29, 2011
The nation's most remote Scotch tasting documented by Emilene Ostlind in WyoFile
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| Bob Townsend (left) waits with anticipation as Daren Opeka samples one of the fine scotches at Miner's Delight in Atlantic City. (Photo by Brad Christensen) |
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
BBHC in Cody honored by NTA as one of America's "favorite museums for group travelers"
One reason you see so many buses in the BBHC parking lot on summer days:
The Buffalo Bill Historical Center has been honored as one of America New York ’s American Museum New York City
“We definitely have cause to celebrate at being included in the distinguished company of the Smithsonian, MOMA, and the American Museum
Last August, NTA tour operators completed a survey in which they named their favorite NTA supplier partners or destinations in 12 different categories. In the January 2012 edition of Courier, the organization’s member magazine, NTA introduces its “Distinguished Dozen” winners in a feature that celebrates these member favorites. Award winners were officially acknowledged at NTA’s Annual Convention on December 8 in Las Vegas
“We’ve created a number of programs to enhance the group tour experience,” adds Debra Elwood, group sales coordinator. “This award tells us our efforts are paying off!”
The National Tour Association is the leading association for professionals serving travelers to, from, and within North America . Founded in 1951, NTA membership represents more than 40 countries, 1,500 tour operators, 600 destinations, and 1,500 tour suppliers.
Other recent accolades for the Historical Center
At the top of the Nomad list is the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown , New York , with the High Desert Museum in Bend , Oregon
For more information about group sales, contact Elwood at debrae@bbhc.org,307.578.4114, or explore http://www.bbhc.org/visit/
Monday, December 19, 2011
Help wanted: Wyoming Office of Tourism
Alan Dubberly, deputy director of the Wyoming Office of Tourism, sends this:
The Wyoming Office of Tourism has two open positions and we need your help spreading the word. We are seeking two excellent candidates to fill the positions of Visitor Services Manager and Marketing Specialist. Job descriptions and application requirements can be found at www.wyomingofficeoftourism.gov
Thursday, June 30, 2011
WY Territorial Prison hopes to make Butch Cassidy Days a national tourist destination
Interesting article from the Associated Press about our sister agency in the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources. Butch Cassidy Days at Wyoming Territorial Prison just wrapped up on Sunday. The site's superintendent, Deborah Amend, is thinking big for next year's event:
The Wyoming Arts Council provided a grant to Wyoming Territorial Prison Park to defray expenses for a June 2007 Butch Cassidy Days performance by Prickly Pair.
“My vision for this site is to make this a national destination site, a regional intrigue site and an integral part of the community. I want it to become a very important part of Wyoming history and a part of the heritage of Laramie and this county.”Read more here.
The Wyoming Arts Council provided a grant to Wyoming Territorial Prison Park to defray expenses for a June 2007 Butch Cassidy Days performance by Prickly Pair.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Call for entries: Northeast Wyoming Visitor Welcome Center's 1 Percent for Art Project
A call for entries for a sculpture for the Northeast Wyoming Visitor Welcome Center in Beulah has been issued by the Wyoming Arts Council. The deadline for submissions is May 13.
The Art in Public Building’s Committee for the project is requesting an existing sculpture by a Wyoming artist. An exterior island between the parking lot and main facility is the preferred site for the sculpture.
The Visitor Welcome Center, which opened in July 2010, is a state-of-the-art green facility blending both traditional western and contemporary eco-friendly design elements. The facility is integrated into a promontory site offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding landscape.
During the groundbreaking ceremony for the Visitor Welcome Center, a number of fresh mountain lion prints were observed around the site, and an adult mountain lion was observed in the vicinity. A full-size sculpture of a mountain lion, as well as indigenous wildlife such as elk, deer antelope, bear; or bucking horse and rider, the Sundance Kid or western outlaw, are subjects the committee finds appealing.
Information about the project is available through the WAC website at http://wyoarts.state.wy.us.
The WAC is responsible for the implementation of the 1% Art in Public Buildings legislation.
For more information, contact David L. Newell, curator of Art, Wyoming State Museum, 307-777-7677.
The Art in Public Building’s Committee for the project is requesting an existing sculpture by a Wyoming artist. An exterior island between the parking lot and main facility is the preferred site for the sculpture.
The Visitor Welcome Center, which opened in July 2010, is a state-of-the-art green facility blending both traditional western and contemporary eco-friendly design elements. The facility is integrated into a promontory site offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding landscape.
During the groundbreaking ceremony for the Visitor Welcome Center, a number of fresh mountain lion prints were observed around the site, and an adult mountain lion was observed in the vicinity. A full-size sculpture of a mountain lion, as well as indigenous wildlife such as elk, deer antelope, bear; or bucking horse and rider, the Sundance Kid or western outlaw, are subjects the committee finds appealing.
Information about the project is available through the WAC website at http://wyoarts.state.wy.us.
The WAC is responsible for the implementation of the 1% Art in Public Buildings legislation.
For more information, contact David L. Newell, curator of Art, Wyoming State Museum, 307-777-7677.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Call for entries: Laramie Area Visitor Center Photo Contest
Sign up now for the 2011 Laramie Area Visitor Center Photo Contest at http://www.visitlaramie.org/photoContest.html
The contest will run from March 10 through April 29, 2011. Entries will be judged by a local panel, and finalists in each category will be displayed at downtown businesses where citizens ofAlbany County
Acceptable entries must be original photographs taken inAlbany County Albany County Lake Marie and Medicine Bow Peak are in Carbon County , but very spectacular from the Albany side, so photographs taken of Lake Marie and Medicine Bow Peak from the Albany County
The contest will run from March 10 through April 29, 2011. Entries will be judged by a local panel, and finalists in each category will be displayed at downtown businesses where citizens of
Acceptable entries must be original photographs taken in
Saturday, March 19, 2011
BBHC sculptures now greet travelers at Yellowstone Regional Airport in Cody
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Deadline extended: Wyoming Face of Travel
Update from Wyoming Tourism:
That's Right!! Your chance to win $500 CASH and over $700 in conference registrations is still on the table.
We have heard from a few of you... but we need to hear from more... we have extended the deadline to enter the 2011 Wyoming Face of Travel contest to Friday, December 10, 2010.
All you have to do is create a short video about why you are the Wyoming Face of Travel and post it at
http://www.wyomingfaceoftravel.com/ to be entered into the contest. It is so easy even a Wyoming Tourism Deputy Director could do it!
The winner also takes home two free registrations to the Wyoming Governor's Hospitality and Tourism Conference for their employer, a $740 value! So, please encourage your employees to enter. Forward this email to them, post this in your breakroom at the office... help us find the 2011 Wyoming Face of Travel.
FMI: Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director, Wyoming Office of Tourism, alan.dubberley@visitwyo.gov; 307-777-8561.
That's Right!! Your chance to win $500 CASH and over $700 in conference registrations is still on the table.
We have heard from a few of you... but we need to hear from more... we have extended the deadline to enter the 2011 Wyoming Face of Travel contest to Friday, December 10, 2010.
All you have to do is create a short video about why you are the Wyoming Face of Travel and post it at
http://www.wyomingfaceoftravel.com/ to be entered into the contest. It is so easy even a Wyoming Tourism Deputy Director could do it!
The winner also takes home two free registrations to the Wyoming Governor's Hospitality and Tourism Conference for their employer, a $740 value! So, please encourage your employees to enter. Forward this email to them, post this in your breakroom at the office... help us find the 2011 Wyoming Face of Travel.
FMI: Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director, Wyoming Office of Tourism, alan.dubberley@visitwyo.gov; 307-777-8561.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Call for entries: "Wyoming Face of Travel"
From Wyoming Travel & Tourism:
Don't forget there is $500 CASH sitting out there with your name on it. All you have to do is create a short video about why you are the "Wyoming Face of Travel" and post it at http://www.wyomingfaceoftravel.com/ to be entered into the contest. It is so easy. But you have to enter by November 30!
The winner also takes away two free Wyoming Governor's Hospitality and Tourism Conference registrations for your company, a $740 value! The conference this year is January 30 through Feb. 1, 2011.
Tell us your story!
Encourage your employees to enter!
Don't miss your chance to win $500 CASH!
Best,
Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director
Wyoming Office of Tourism
1520 Etchepare Circle
Cheyenne, WY 82007
307-777-7777
alan.dubberley@visitwyo.gov
http://www.wyomingtourism.org/
Official Rules for Wyoming Face of Travel contest: http://wyomingfaceoftravel.com/pg/official_rules.htm
Don't forget there is $500 CASH sitting out there with your name on it. All you have to do is create a short video about why you are the "Wyoming Face of Travel" and post it at http://www.wyomingfaceoftravel.com/ to be entered into the contest. It is so easy. But you have to enter by November 30!
The winner also takes away two free Wyoming Governor's Hospitality and Tourism Conference registrations for your company, a $740 value! The conference this year is January 30 through Feb. 1, 2011.
Tell us your story!
Encourage your employees to enter!
Don't miss your chance to win $500 CASH!
Best,
Alan Dubberley, Deputy Director
Wyoming Office of Tourism
1520 Etchepare Circle
Cheyenne, WY 82007
307-777-7777
alan.dubberley@visitwyo.gov
http://www.wyomingtourism.org/
Official Rules for Wyoming Face of Travel contest: http://wyomingfaceoftravel.com/pg/official_rules.htm
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Call for applications: Wyoming Tourism Board
Because tourism is such a huge business in Wyoming, and because much of it is connected directly (and indirectly) to arts and cutural destinations, service on the Wyoming Tourism Board is important to the arts community.
Travel & Tourism just announced this:
Travel & Tourism just announced this:
The Wyoming Tourism Board has an immediate opening for an unexpired term in District 5 which includes Park, Big Horn, Hot Springs and Washakie Counties.
Board Vision Statement: The Wyoming Tourism Board is the leading proponent of the state’s tourism/hospitality industry. The Board provides governance and policy oversight for the state Office of Tourism, or more commonly known as Wyoming Travel & Tourism.
Board Structure: The board shall be comprised of nine members who shall be employed in or associated closely with the travel industry. The board shall be appointed by the Governor, and approved with the advice and consent of the Senate, in accordance with W.S. 28-12-101 through 12 28-12-103. According to statute, no appointed member shall serve more than two consecutive three-year terms.
For those interested in applying for this vacancy, please click http://governor.wy.gov/boards-and-commissions.html to download the application. Completed applications must be submitted to the office of Governor Dave Freudenthal for consideration. The person appointed to serve will do so until February 28, 2011 when the term expires. At that time, interested candidates may seek appointment for a full 3-year term. Please contact Patti Burns, pburns@state.wy.us, or 307-777-5647 if you have questions.
The deadline for submitting applications is July 14, 2010.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Wyoming Tourism Master Plan survey results now online
From Alan Dubberly, Deputy Director, Wyoming Travel & Tourism:
The Wyoming Tourism Master Plan is moving right along. Seven community meetings were conducted in May to gather initial input from stakeholders and all who were interested. We had over 200 attendees between all the meetings and were very pleased with the amount of participation and incredible ideas generated during the meetings. We have also conducted an initial e-survey via the Master Plan website – projectfrontdoor.
This survey is meant to be a starting point and to gather basic data and information on a very high level. Over 360 surveys were completed to provide us with a starting point on how the industry views some of the broad issues and areas.
We have recently posted the results of the survey to projectfrontdoor.com/process/process.htm.
Keep in mind that this is just the initial work to develop a Master Plan. We are still in the data collecting stage of this plan. We will be conducting other surveys and gathering more detailed information prior to completing the plan in December.
For those of you who took the time to attend the meetings and take the survey, we thank you very much. This plan will only be as good as the input and participation we receive from stakeholders and other interested parties. For those of you we haven’t heard from yet, there is still time to participate. In fact, we are planning a second, more detailed e-survey in August, for which, we will seek your input. At any time, you can go to http://projectfrontdoor.com/contact_team/contact_team.htm, click on Email us and send your thoughts, ideas or comments. Watch for the summaries of the seven regional meetings to be posted next week. We will let you know when they are available online.
The Wyoming Tourism Master Plan is moving right along. Seven community meetings were conducted in May to gather initial input from stakeholders and all who were interested. We had over 200 attendees between all the meetings and were very pleased with the amount of participation and incredible ideas generated during the meetings. We have also conducted an initial e-survey via the Master Plan website – projectfrontdoor.
This survey is meant to be a starting point and to gather basic data and information on a very high level. Over 360 surveys were completed to provide us with a starting point on how the industry views some of the broad issues and areas.
We have recently posted the results of the survey to projectfrontdoor.com/process/process.htm.
Keep in mind that this is just the initial work to develop a Master Plan. We are still in the data collecting stage of this plan. We will be conducting other surveys and gathering more detailed information prior to completing the plan in December.
For those of you who took the time to attend the meetings and take the survey, we thank you very much. This plan will only be as good as the input and participation we receive from stakeholders and other interested parties. For those of you we haven’t heard from yet, there is still time to participate. In fact, we are planning a second, more detailed e-survey in August, for which, we will seek your input. At any time, you can go to http://projectfrontdoor.com/contact_team/contact_team.htm, click on Email us and send your thoughts, ideas or comments. Watch for the summaries of the seven regional meetings to be posted next week. We will let you know when they are available online.
Monday, May 10, 2010
WY Travel & Tourism holds meetings this week about new visitor center
Wyoming Travel & Tourism will be hosting a series of Community Meetings to gather input for the new Southeast Visitor Information Center. Meeting times and locations are listed below. Please pass this information on to any interested parties in your surrounding areas.
Monday, May 10th: Cheyenne, Kiwanis Community House. 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 11th: Torrington, Brand Room- Goshen County Fairgrounds. 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 12th: Laramie, Laramie Fire Station #2. 6:00 pm.
For more information on these upcoming meetings, please contact Leslie Kedelty, Industry Services Manager at 307-777-2839 or leslie.kedelty@visitwyo.gov
Monday, May 10th: Cheyenne, Kiwanis Community House. 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 11th: Torrington, Brand Room- Goshen County Fairgrounds. 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 12th: Laramie, Laramie Fire Station #2. 6:00 pm.
For more information on these upcoming meetings, please contact Leslie Kedelty, Industry Services Manager at 307-777-2839 or leslie.kedelty@visitwyo.gov
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Meetings being held for comments on Wyoming Tourism Master Plan
From a press release:
Beginning in 2007 with Project Front Door, Wyoming Travel & Tourism (WTT) embarked on a process that would ultimately lead into a Wyoming Tourism Master Plan. We are pleased that we are moving forward through partnerships with Wyoming Game and Fish and Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources. An aggressive timeline has been established to have this plan ready to go by the end of this year.
All three agencies see the critical need at this time to design, facilitate, develop and produce a Wyoming Tourism Master Plan (including wildlife, outdoor recreation and cultural resources) to make sure that we are working together for the benefit of our industry and the people of Wyoming.
The purpose of a Master Plan is to present a comprehensive view of Wyoming’s collective tourism products and projects, both man-made and natural, and will include all state, federal, local, private and/or non-profit initiatives. It will also provide a regional and statewide perspective of existing and planned projects. It will substantiate the resources required to develop and market Wyoming’s collective tourism assets. And most importantly, it should set a vision and strategy for Wyoming’s tourism growth through 2020.
The goal of the Tourism Master Plan is:
• To confirm the significance of the tourism industry to Wyoming’s economy;
• To identify a vision and direction for the public and private sectors in marketing and development for the next ten (10) years;
• To assess and define the product development needs of Wyoming, its travel attractions, services, facilities and transportation system;
• To define the roles and responsibilities of the public and private sectors as it relates to the growth and development of Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• To develop an evaluation mechanism to ensure the most effective use of State Resources for tourism;
• To define a comprehensive implementation strategy for tourism growth based on economic research and data.
Wyoming’s tourism industry, either collectively or together, will be able to utilize the ten (10) year Tourism Master Plan:
• As a management tool to prioritize the use of resources to achieve general and specific goals established through the strategic planning process;
• As a means by which to identify tourism industry actions and activities that can benefit Wyoming’s economy and social well being;
• As a means by which to identify critical issues or areas of concern regarding tourism in Wyoming or the activities and actions of Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• As a means by which to identify growth and expansion opportunities for Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• As a means by which to identify opportunities for tourism industry partnerships;
• As an information resource in conducting its individual agency, business or organization planning processes and operations;
• As an ongoing information resource regarding the current and evolving operating environment for tourism in Wyoming;
• As a resource for economic research and data, and a directory of information sources for current tourism related forecasts and trend analysis.
A number of firms were interviewed and our agencies collectively have selected Hank Todd with Hank Todd Solutions Group to develop the plan. Hank is a 35+ year travel industry veteran from both the public and private sectors and he and his team have worked with destinations around the world in strategic planning, industry facilitation/participation, Master Plan development and industry development. We are very pleased to have them as part of our team.
The process will include one on one interview(s) with key stakeholders, focus groups, segmented e-surveys and regional meetings. The regional meetings, scheduled for May, are open to the public and will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and include a working lunch. Please RSVP with Vicki Morris (Vicki.morris@visitwyo.gov or 307-777-2828) if you plan to attend one of the meetings.
May 3, Cody, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, 720 Sheridan Ave.
May 4, Riverton, Sundowner Station, 1616 Federal Blvd.
May 5, Jackson, Teton Science Building, 700 Coyote Canyon Rd.
May 6, Rock Springs, BLM Field Office, 280 N. Hwy 191
May 19, Laramie, Hilton Garden Inn, 2229 Grand Ave.
May 20, Douglas, Eastern Wyoming College, 203 N. 6th St.
May 21, Gillette, Campbell County Rec Center, 250 Shoshone Ave.
The process will review and develop “Best Practices,” provide detailed analysis and recommendations, as well as, plan measurements with the final Master Plan being completed in December.
Much more about this effort will be broadcast via newspapers, radio stations, email and dedicated website. To find out more and to participate in this process, please go to http://www.projectfrontdoor.com/. There you will be able to make comments directly into the process find out about participating in e-surveys and get details on the Master Plan process and outcomes.
This is an opportunity for all of us in the industry to help guide the direction we need to take over the next ten years and strengthen our relationships with all our partners at the national, state and local level.
Beginning in 2007 with Project Front Door, Wyoming Travel & Tourism (WTT) embarked on a process that would ultimately lead into a Wyoming Tourism Master Plan. We are pleased that we are moving forward through partnerships with Wyoming Game and Fish and Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources. An aggressive timeline has been established to have this plan ready to go by the end of this year.
All three agencies see the critical need at this time to design, facilitate, develop and produce a Wyoming Tourism Master Plan (including wildlife, outdoor recreation and cultural resources) to make sure that we are working together for the benefit of our industry and the people of Wyoming.
The purpose of a Master Plan is to present a comprehensive view of Wyoming’s collective tourism products and projects, both man-made and natural, and will include all state, federal, local, private and/or non-profit initiatives. It will also provide a regional and statewide perspective of existing and planned projects. It will substantiate the resources required to develop and market Wyoming’s collective tourism assets. And most importantly, it should set a vision and strategy for Wyoming’s tourism growth through 2020.
The goal of the Tourism Master Plan is:
• To confirm the significance of the tourism industry to Wyoming’s economy;
• To identify a vision and direction for the public and private sectors in marketing and development for the next ten (10) years;
• To assess and define the product development needs of Wyoming, its travel attractions, services, facilities and transportation system;
• To define the roles and responsibilities of the public and private sectors as it relates to the growth and development of Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• To develop an evaluation mechanism to ensure the most effective use of State Resources for tourism;
• To define a comprehensive implementation strategy for tourism growth based on economic research and data.
Wyoming’s tourism industry, either collectively or together, will be able to utilize the ten (10) year Tourism Master Plan:
• As a management tool to prioritize the use of resources to achieve general and specific goals established through the strategic planning process;
• As a means by which to identify tourism industry actions and activities that can benefit Wyoming’s economy and social well being;
• As a means by which to identify critical issues or areas of concern regarding tourism in Wyoming or the activities and actions of Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• As a means by which to identify growth and expansion opportunities for Wyoming’s tourism industry;
• As a means by which to identify opportunities for tourism industry partnerships;
• As an information resource in conducting its individual agency, business or organization planning processes and operations;
• As an ongoing information resource regarding the current and evolving operating environment for tourism in Wyoming;
• As a resource for economic research and data, and a directory of information sources for current tourism related forecasts and trend analysis.
A number of firms were interviewed and our agencies collectively have selected Hank Todd with Hank Todd Solutions Group to develop the plan. Hank is a 35+ year travel industry veteran from both the public and private sectors and he and his team have worked with destinations around the world in strategic planning, industry facilitation/participation, Master Plan development and industry development. We are very pleased to have them as part of our team.
The process will include one on one interview(s) with key stakeholders, focus groups, segmented e-surveys and regional meetings. The regional meetings, scheduled for May, are open to the public and will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and include a working lunch. Please RSVP with Vicki Morris (Vicki.morris@visitwyo.gov or 307-777-2828) if you plan to attend one of the meetings.
May 3, Cody, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, 720 Sheridan Ave.
May 4, Riverton, Sundowner Station, 1616 Federal Blvd.
May 5, Jackson, Teton Science Building, 700 Coyote Canyon Rd.
May 6, Rock Springs, BLM Field Office, 280 N. Hwy 191
May 19, Laramie, Hilton Garden Inn, 2229 Grand Ave.
May 20, Douglas, Eastern Wyoming College, 203 N. 6th St.
May 21, Gillette, Campbell County Rec Center, 250 Shoshone Ave.
The process will review and develop “Best Practices,” provide detailed analysis and recommendations, as well as, plan measurements with the final Master Plan being completed in December.
Much more about this effort will be broadcast via newspapers, radio stations, email and dedicated website. To find out more and to participate in this process, please go to http://www.projectfrontdoor.com/. There you will be able to make comments directly into the process find out about participating in e-surveys and get details on the Master Plan process and outcomes.
This is an opportunity for all of us in the industry to help guide the direction we need to take over the next ten years and strengthen our relationships with all our partners at the national, state and local level.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Travel & Tourism schedules comment sessions for new I-25 welcome center
Wyoming Travel & Tourism is working with Toxey McMillan of San Antonio, Texas, to develop an interpretive plan for the new Southeast Wyoming Welcome Center. The interpretive plan will guide the development of the exterior and interior exhibit spaces of the new center. The center will be located on the northbound lane of the new High Plains interchange on Interstate-25 near the Wyoming-Colorado state line. Construction of the center is underway. As such, we are inviting the public to provide their input of on what they would like visitors to learn, see and do in the Cowboy State. We will be hosting public input meetings on April 27 in Cheyenne, April 28 in Torrington, and April 29 in Laramie. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at the numbers below.Leslie Kedelty, Industry Services Manager, Wyoming Travel & Tourism, Leslie.Kedelty@visitwyo.gov or 307.777.2839
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
"Please don't tease the rattlesnakes"
Samuel Western, winner of a Wyoming Arts Council creative writing fellowship in 2000, wrote an article for WyoFile about the Vore Buffalo Jump near Sundance. It starts off with a bang (or maybe we should say "bite"):...A sign warns: Please do not tease the rattlesnakes.
Not your normal tourist welcome message perhaps. But for all its lack of charm, the Vore Buffalo Jump is an utterly remarkable place. For anyone traveling in the Black Hills or visiting Devils Tower in northeast Wyoming, in fact, this amazing and little-known phenomenon is worth a short detour...
Read full article...
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
You're invited to pre-Summit workshop on arts-based development in the West
This e-mail invitation comes from wyomingarts' colleague Randy Oestman:
Greetings Everyone,
I'm hoping you might be able to spread the word on this Pre-Summit Workshop I am putting together. Anyone may attend free regardless of attending the WAC Arts Summit.
Pre-Summit Workshop
"Creating and Sustaining Arts Based Development in the Rural West"
Facilitated by Dan Wecks
Wednesday September 23, 2009
Location: Cheyenne Depot Museum
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This Workshop is free to all, but attendees must RSVP!
More than ever communities across Wyoming are realizing the importance of Community Development and the Arts with may of the same questions being raised. Where do we start? How do we determine and communicate the importance of arts and creativity? What are possible projects? How do we attract participants? How do we fund this project and make it sustainable?
This will be an open discussion exploring successful and unsuccessful examples of Community Development and Arts projects from smaller communities with an opportunity to glean information from a very successful Community Development Leader. This meeting will also provide an opportunity for community leaders with similar visions to network and connect for assistance in making things happen throughout Wyoming.
Dan Wecks has a broad background of experience including government, non-profit, and private business. Before deciding to follow his heart to do what mattered to him, he was President of a large real estate and development company. He was elected to the Manitou City Council and later as its Mayor. During this time he became the Executive Director of the Business of Art Center, a business incubator for artists and arts organizations in Manitou Springs.. Dan’s twin loves are assisting arts/community organizations, schools and government in looking to creative solutions to community issues and helping build Strength Based organizations through the development of their people.
In recognition of challenging economic times, the Wyoming Arts Council is offering travel stipends to Wyoming artists, arts organization representatives and community leaders interested in attending the Arts Summit Sept. 24-25 at Little America in Cheyenne.
Thank you!
Cheers,
Randy Oestman
Wyoming Arts Council
Community Development and the Arts Specialist
307.777.7109
Greetings Everyone,
I'm hoping you might be able to spread the word on this Pre-Summit Workshop I am putting together. Anyone may attend free regardless of attending the WAC Arts Summit.
Pre-Summit Workshop
"Creating and Sustaining Arts Based Development in the Rural West"
Facilitated by Dan Wecks
Wednesday September 23, 2009
Location: Cheyenne Depot Museum
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This Workshop is free to all, but attendees must RSVP!
More than ever communities across Wyoming are realizing the importance of Community Development and the Arts with may of the same questions being raised. Where do we start? How do we determine and communicate the importance of arts and creativity? What are possible projects? How do we attract participants? How do we fund this project and make it sustainable?
This will be an open discussion exploring successful and unsuccessful examples of Community Development and Arts projects from smaller communities with an opportunity to glean information from a very successful Community Development Leader. This meeting will also provide an opportunity for community leaders with similar visions to network and connect for assistance in making things happen throughout Wyoming.
Dan Wecks has a broad background of experience including government, non-profit, and private business. Before deciding to follow his heart to do what mattered to him, he was President of a large real estate and development company. He was elected to the Manitou City Council and later as its Mayor. During this time he became the Executive Director of the Business of Art Center, a business incubator for artists and arts organizations in Manitou Springs.. Dan’s twin loves are assisting arts/community organizations, schools and government in looking to creative solutions to community issues and helping build Strength Based organizations through the development of their people.
In recognition of challenging economic times, the Wyoming Arts Council is offering travel stipends to Wyoming artists, arts organization representatives and community leaders interested in attending the Arts Summit Sept. 24-25 at Little America in Cheyenne.
Thank you!
Cheers,
Randy Oestman
Wyoming Arts Council
Community Development and the Arts Specialist
307.777.7109
Thursday, September 10, 2009
"Jukeboxes & Jackalopes" -- the photographic companion
Writer Julianne Couch and photographer Ronald Hansen dropped by the Arts Council this afternoon to show off their new book.
"Jukeboxes & Jackalopes: A Photographic Companion to Wyoming Bars & Backways" was hot off the presses when Julianne and Ron sidled into the WAC. The large format book features Ron's color photos of the state's distinctive bars, accompanied by Julianne's captions. It's published by the Wyoming State Historical Society, and features an intro by noted historian Phil Roberts.
This is a follow-up to Julianne's "Jukeboxes & Jackalopes: A Wyoming Bar Journey," published by Pronghorn Press in Greybull. It features a lone photo of each out-of-the way bar with essays by Julianne. I've heard Julianne read several of these essays. The bars serve as catalyst for the essays, as her writing begins at the watering holes but ranges further afield into history and geology and her own life. She received an Individual Artist Professional Development grant to help defray costs of research and site visits. Now don't laugh. Research can take many forms, especially when you're dealing with small-town Western traditions such as saloons and bars -- and their patrons. As Julianne notes in the intro to the new book:
In some of the locales chronicled by Julianne and Ron, a bar is all that remains. Just take a look at Steelman's Brite Spot in Hiland. It includes a bar and convenience store, the only shops in this town of 10 residents.
Just take a look at the Longbranch Saloon in Hawk Springs. You can't, not in person anyway, because it burned down after Julianne's visit for her first book. Rebuilding plans are supposed to be underway.
I urge you to take a look at the book. You can buy it in Cheyenne at City News and the Wyoming State Museum Store. You can order copies from Julianne and Ron's Horse Creek Studio. Get more info at http://www.myspace.com/wyojulianne
And here's a terrific idea. Bring Julianne and her books and her expertise to your community for a presentation. You can do this through a WAC Arts Across Wyoming grant. Julianne is one of our fine roster artists. An AAW grant can help pay her fee and travel costs. Why not do that now, while it's fresh on your mind. Go to http://wyoarts.state.wy.us/Grants/EApps.asp
--Michael Shay
"Jukeboxes & Jackalopes: A Photographic Companion to Wyoming Bars & Backways" was hot off the presses when Julianne and Ron sidled into the WAC. The large format book features Ron's color photos of the state's distinctive bars, accompanied by Julianne's captions. It's published by the Wyoming State Historical Society, and features an intro by noted historian Phil Roberts.
This is a follow-up to Julianne's "Jukeboxes & Jackalopes: A Wyoming Bar Journey," published by Pronghorn Press in Greybull. It features a lone photo of each out-of-the way bar with essays by Julianne. I've heard Julianne read several of these essays. The bars serve as catalyst for the essays, as her writing begins at the watering holes but ranges further afield into history and geology and her own life. She received an Individual Artist Professional Development grant to help defray costs of research and site visits. Now don't laugh. Research can take many forms, especially when you're dealing with small-town Western traditions such as saloons and bars -- and their patrons. As Julianne notes in the intro to the new book:
As another traveler once said, "A town in Wyoming consists of a post office, a gas station, and a bar."
In some of the locales chronicled by Julianne and Ron, a bar is all that remains. Just take a look at Steelman's Brite Spot in Hiland. It includes a bar and convenience store, the only shops in this town of 10 residents.
Just take a look at the Longbranch Saloon in Hawk Springs. You can't, not in person anyway, because it burned down after Julianne's visit for her first book. Rebuilding plans are supposed to be underway.
I urge you to take a look at the book. You can buy it in Cheyenne at City News and the Wyoming State Museum Store. You can order copies from Julianne and Ron's Horse Creek Studio. Get more info at http://www.myspace.com/wyojulianne
And here's a terrific idea. Bring Julianne and her books and her expertise to your community for a presentation. You can do this through a WAC Arts Across Wyoming grant. Julianne is one of our fine roster artists. An AAW grant can help pay her fee and travel costs. Why not do that now, while it's fresh on your mind. Go to http://wyoarts.state.wy.us/Grants/EApps.asp
--Michael Shay
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Trip to Steamboat
Went to Steamboat over the long weekend and saw nature through the car window and the view is alarming. There's a fire burning in the pine forests, but it's not the kind that throws smoke in the air. The trees are dying from the mountain pine beetle epidemic. Up close, there seem to be many more red trees than green in the Medicine Bow Forest, and a view of the slopes confirms this. Yes, we've heard about his problem for a few years now, but it's gotten much worse in the three years since I last traveled to Steamboat. A forest fire draws firefighters and planes dropping fire-retardant, but it seems like this problem has been let to take its course and, as in controlled burns that get out of hand, is having devasting effects. Maybe there are no practical means to help stem the problem, but as impractical as spraying the forests seems, it seems much more impractical, even dangerous, to let the trees succumb to the pine beetle without some kind of intervention. Surveying the huge stands of evergreens, it may be too late. Here's a link to a Colorado State University website that gives an overview of the pine beetle problem: www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/insect/05528.html.
While in Steamboat, I visited the Steamboat Art Museum (SAM). Formed in 2005, SAM held its first exhibit in December, 2006. They are housed in the historic First National Bank building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and owned by local rancher and amateur artist Helen Rehder, who gifted the building to the city in her will, with the stipulation that the building be preserved and used as a museum to promote the culture and heritage of northwestern Colorado. The museum's gift shop is back dropped by three teller windows. Their current exhibit, Rare: Imperiled Plants of Colorado, developed by the Rocky Mountain Society of Botanical Artists, will travel the state throughout 2009 and 2010. The show features 40 contemporary illustraions (one is above) of endangered Colorado plants and was designed to promote awareness and conservation of these special and endangered species. The pieces selected are from the Denver Botanic Gardens Botanical Art and Illustraion program, where artists learn from professional instructors teaching a comprehensive education in the scientific illustraion of plants and fungi. Nearly 100 courses in the traditional media -- graphite; pen and ink; colored pencil; and watercolor are offered each year. Comprehensive workshops in the rare classical techniques such as silverpoint, egg tempera, and carbon dust, as well as modern methods of computer art, are frequently taught. The curriculum can lead to a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustraion, a recognition that is obtainable at only a few locations worldwide.
Spent an afternoon at the hot springs pool. Luckily, we'd already been there three hours when the lifeguard blew the whistle for "all out due to lightning." There are no rain checks. Also took a couple of long walks along the Yampa looking for minnows and crawdads. It's catch and release fishing only, and we saw one sweet spot with about ten big fish just below the rapids from some big boulders. The next day, a guy was flyfishing there, but didn't catch any while we were watching him. Went up to ride the Gondola, but as we were about to go get tickets, they closed it because of lightning. Maybe next time.
A farmer's market was going on the Friday afternoon we arrived. Booths sported smoked salmon, fresh fruits and veggies, bakery items, homemade furniture, raffia hats from Madagascar (I picked one of those up), live music, handmade paper bead necklaces from Uganda (purchased two), T-shirts with sayings of all kinds, my favorite being "Allergic to Cities" (got a blue one), and many other interesting hand crafted items. The downtown merchants also had a great sidewalk sale going on with end-of-summer bargains to be had. That night, just down the street from where we were staying, Cherry Poppin' Daddies rocked the neighborhood until one at the Ghost Ranch Saloon. Saturday morning, we had breakfast at Winona's where the blueberry pancakes are dinner-plate size and the Crab Benedict was delectable. The mountain air was refreshing and the weather was terrific with a few brief, "look, it's raining and the sun is shining" showers.
On the way back, closer to Laramie, one of those big round hay bales had fallen off the back of a trailer hauling twenty of them. The bale was partly split open, revealing still-fresh sweet-pale green-colored alfalfa. I had always assumed that since the outside of hay bales were brown, the contents inside were also brown. Maybe the hay had just been baled. Just outside of Steamboat, I saw a man standing on his five-high-and-deep, twenty-long round bale rows, draping them with voluminous silver tarps. I noticed many hale bale rows with these "scarves."
--Linda Coatney
From page 26 of the exhibit catalog: Plate 20. Phacelia formolusa by Carol Till, colored pencil, 14 x 10 inches. The map of Colorado shows where the plant is found, and the red leaf indicates this one of the most endangered species, not just because of its small population, but also from human interference, grazing and energy exploration.
While in Steamboat, I visited the Steamboat Art Museum (SAM). Formed in 2005, SAM held its first exhibit in December, 2006. They are housed in the historic First National Bank building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and owned by local rancher and amateur artist Helen Rehder, who gifted the building to the city in her will, with the stipulation that the building be preserved and used as a museum to promote the culture and heritage of northwestern Colorado. The museum's gift shop is back dropped by three teller windows. Their current exhibit, Rare: Imperiled Plants of Colorado, developed by the Rocky Mountain Society of Botanical Artists, will travel the state throughout 2009 and 2010. The show features 40 contemporary illustraions (one is above) of endangered Colorado plants and was designed to promote awareness and conservation of these special and endangered species. The pieces selected are from the Denver Botanic Gardens Botanical Art and Illustraion program, where artists learn from professional instructors teaching a comprehensive education in the scientific illustraion of plants and fungi. Nearly 100 courses in the traditional media -- graphite; pen and ink; colored pencil; and watercolor are offered each year. Comprehensive workshops in the rare classical techniques such as silverpoint, egg tempera, and carbon dust, as well as modern methods of computer art, are frequently taught. The curriculum can lead to a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustraion, a recognition that is obtainable at only a few locations worldwide.
Spent an afternoon at the hot springs pool. Luckily, we'd already been there three hours when the lifeguard blew the whistle for "all out due to lightning." There are no rain checks. Also took a couple of long walks along the Yampa looking for minnows and crawdads. It's catch and release fishing only, and we saw one sweet spot with about ten big fish just below the rapids from some big boulders. The next day, a guy was flyfishing there, but didn't catch any while we were watching him. Went up to ride the Gondola, but as we were about to go get tickets, they closed it because of lightning. Maybe next time.
A farmer's market was going on the Friday afternoon we arrived. Booths sported smoked salmon, fresh fruits and veggies, bakery items, homemade furniture, raffia hats from Madagascar (I picked one of those up), live music, handmade paper bead necklaces from Uganda (purchased two), T-shirts with sayings of all kinds, my favorite being "Allergic to Cities" (got a blue one), and many other interesting hand crafted items. The downtown merchants also had a great sidewalk sale going on with end-of-summer bargains to be had. That night, just down the street from where we were staying, Cherry Poppin' Daddies rocked the neighborhood until one at the Ghost Ranch Saloon. Saturday morning, we had breakfast at Winona's where the blueberry pancakes are dinner-plate size and the Crab Benedict was delectable. The mountain air was refreshing and the weather was terrific with a few brief, "look, it's raining and the sun is shining" showers.
On the way back, closer to Laramie, one of those big round hay bales had fallen off the back of a trailer hauling twenty of them. The bale was partly split open, revealing still-fresh sweet-pale green-colored alfalfa. I had always assumed that since the outside of hay bales were brown, the contents inside were also brown. Maybe the hay had just been baled. Just outside of Steamboat, I saw a man standing on his five-high-and-deep, twenty-long round bale rows, draping them with voluminous silver tarps. I noticed many hale bale rows with these "scarves."
--Linda Coatney
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