You love the Wind River Mountains, and you were excited about the total solar eclipse. You enjoy learning about Native American culture as much as taking in the views of Wyoming’s Wind River Country. Looks like we have a lot in common! Thanks for the follows, the shares, the reads, and the love!Top 9 photos from Wind River Country Instagram accountAbout half of our top Instagram images were snaps that you took! Thank you so much for tagging us and sharing your adventures! Remember, tag us or use #windrivercountry to bring us along on your travels and for the chance to see your photo on our feed.

Top Posts from the “Notes from the Field” Blog

Quirky Places to See the Eclipse
Some of Wind River Country’s more unique total solar eclipse viewing locations and experiences for the adventurous.

My 6 Favorite Wind River Country Hikes
Hiking plays a part in just about everything Shelli Johnson does. Her family spends most weekends in the summer and fall hiking the local trails. So it made sense for you to look to her post for recommendations on day hikes in Wind River Country.

How to Enjoy the Eclipse from the Wind River Indian Reservation
The Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho identified locations in which they invited people to park and camp, and they created a special eclipse permitting process. We all appreciate you respecting their land on the very special date of Aug. 21, 2017.

11 Reasons Not to Visit Wind River Country
There won’t be another total solar eclipse here for 176 years. I’ll be headed to Antarctica in 2021, thank you very much.
Looking for more reasons to throw shade? We have them.

10 Stops You Must Make Between Yellowstone and I-80
Headed south from Yellowstone toward I-80? It’s too far to go without stretching your legs, so you might as well stop at places that will stretch your Yellowstone vacation into a little something more. Go beyond Yellowstone!

Top Posts on Facebook

So you like Sinks Canyon, Native American culture, and movie stars, huh?

Facebook post about the reintroduction of bison on the Wind River Indian ReservationFacebook post about the Sinks of Popo Agie RiverFacebook post about Shoshone Indian Days PowwowFacebook post about Zahn McClarnon in LanderFacebook post about Sinks Canyon

We can’t wait to share your stories and ours—lessons and loves—in 2018. Here’s to a very happy New Year!

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📍South Pass City, Wyoming 

While you can visit this historic gold mining town from the end of May - mid October, save the date for Gold Rush Days - July 11 & 12.

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There's no place quite like old Wyo'. 

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When the mountains call, there’s only one thing to do. Go. 

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Ready to learn more about the wild horses of the West? The Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary - which is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation - has a visitor center with an interpretive display, and also offers guided tours.
Plan your trip at the link in our bio. 

Photo: Melissa Hemkin

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This is what we like to call the perfect summer day in Wind River Country.

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Combine history and modern-day culture at the Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow, June 19-21. Held in Fort Washakie, the event includes a parade, hand game tournament, drum contest, Indian rodeo and relay races and Grand Entries. 

Find more information at the link in our bio. 

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Plan a trip to Lander and Lander Brewfest to enjoy 80+ beers made all across the Mountain West on June 12-13. We hope to see you there - cheers! 

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Spring storms and lush landscapes. 

Start planning your visit at the link in our bio. 

Photo: Scott Copeland 

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