Wednesday, May 2, 2007

THINGS TO DO IN SHERIDAN


1.) Buffalo Bill Days

www.buffalobilldays.org

Buffalo Bill Days is a big event in Sheridan.

The town celebrates its historic western

history with a variety of events. Including

Saturday morning's breakfast at the Big

Horn Merc, a Pony Express ride, followed by the

authentic Old West Parade. Don't miss the

birthday celebration of the Historic Sheridan

Inn and the Chuck wagon BBQ on the lawn.

While this will make the town much more crowded

there is also a lot to do and see.


2.)The Sheridan Inn

www.sheridaninn.com

Visit the historic Sheridan Inn. The building was

frequented by many old western icons such as

Buffalo Bill Cody. There is even a resident ghost

named Miss Kate.


3.)The Mint Bar

The most famous bar in town, this cowboy bar

served its first beer in 1907... and has not changed

much since! Whether you drink or not stop by

during the day to see the old photographs, historic

knotty pine bar, and maybe even Grandma Charlee

Bergstrom tending bar!


4.)King Ropes and Saddlery and Museum

www.kingropes.com

This store includes a western museum of old

saddles, sidearms, and art in the museum behind

the store. The rope factory is open to the public.

See where the bull riders get their gear and maybe

practice throwing a lasso while you are there.

The King Ropes store is worth seeing for the

high end tack and gifts. Their fine art gallery

highly regarded the western art world.


5.)The Mountains

www.bighornmountains.com/

The Big Horns are an offshoot of the Rocky

Mountain chain. They are pleasantly less

impacted by tourists and therefore offer a very

nice drive with places you can get out and stretch

your legs, go hiking, fishing, or just take in the views.

Ask any local to point you in the right direction. Bring some food for the ride.

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