May/June 2024 Junior National Edition

A Perfect Venue for Livestock WYOMING Converse County WYOMING STATE FAIRGROUNDS in DOUGLAS, WYOMING Gatherings and More!

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AUGUST 15-19, 2023 Find a full schedule and reserve your tickets at

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The 118-acre Wyoming State

Fairgrounds is a great place to gather. The grounds offers extensive equine and livestock facilities, quality stalling, an onsite campground, meeting rooms and more.

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DOUGLAS Train Museum & VISITOR CENTER The Douglas Railroad Museum & Visitor Center is housed in the historic FE & MV Railroad Passenger Depot. The building is listed on the National Historic Register and is surrounded by seven historic railcars, including the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad 4-8-4 Steam Locomotive #5633.

AYRES Natural Bridge PARK Crafted by the hands of Mother Nature, Natural Bridge is one of only three natural bridges in the United States with water beneath. Considered one of Wyoming’s first tourist attractions, scenery seekers enjoy this breathtaking wonder that includes a picnic area, hiking paths, a sand volleyball court, fishing areas and horseshoe pits.

DOUGLAS Water Park in the JACKALOPE CITY Water lovers and thrill seekers are encouraged to visit the towering slides at Douglas’ water park. Located at the edge of Washington Park, the facilities include a smaller slide and water games for younger children, as well as a covered toddler pool. Older visitors will enjoy the two large slides.

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EXPLORE

at the WYOMING PIONEER MUSEUM

Call 307-358-9288, visit the museum online at wyoparks. wyo.gov, or find our Facebook page for hours.

Located on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in Douglas, the Wyoming Pioneer Museum is a must see for western history enthusiasts. Among the collections you’ll find stories of area cowboy Wild Horse Robbins and his adventures gathering wild mustangs and an outstanding

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collection of American Indian artifacts. The museum is also home to a tepee used in the movie Dances with Wolves, rodeo contractor Charlie Irwin’s larger than life bib-overalls and the jackalope, created right here in Douglas, Wyoming!

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