In this episode of Wyoming’s Wind River Country: Yellowstone’s Unique Neighbor, Charene Herrera and Helen Wilson visit with Dan Starks, owner of the National Museum of Military Vehicles in Dubois, Wyoming. Dan shares the story behind this world-class museum, its remarkable collection and the vision for its future.

The conversation also highlights the museum’s conference center (Poolaw Building) and Liberty Lodge, a hotel currently being built that will provide visitors with even more ways to experience Dubois.

Adding to the adventure, Charene and Helen get an exclusive look inside a real tank—offering listeners a behind-the-scenes peek at what makes the museum such a unique destination.

This episode invites you to discover the history, innovation and hospitality that make the National Museum of Military Vehicles a must-see in Wind River Country.

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Cheers to the weekend! Tell us: where is your favorite place to grab a cold beverage?

Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country 
Location: The Rock Shop Inn 

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Mountain biking, road biking, fishing and hiking. Wind River Country is an outdoor lover's paradise.

Start planning your trip at the link in our bio. 

Photo: Bob Wick 

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The perfect Wyoming day: hiking and viewing petroglyphs. 

Photo: Helen Wilson/Wind River Country 

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Welcome to Wyoming, a place where badlands and mountains collide. 

Photo: @nataliekovarik 

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Road trips like these are worth every mile. ❤️

Footage: @bradytildeath 

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Make plans to attend the Ethete Celebration Powwow, happening this week, July 9–12 at the Ethete Powwow Grounds. Experience the vibrant traditions, incredible dancing, drumming and welcoming community that make this annual celebration so special. 

Schedule:
Thursday -7 p.m. warm up night, royalty contest and youth powwow
Friday -7 p.m. grand entry
Saturday - 1 p.m. grand entry
Saturday - 7 p.m. grand entry
Sunday - 10 a.m. parade
Sunday - 2 p.m. grand entry

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Happy Independence Day from Wind River Country!

Photo: Wind River Country/Brad Christensen

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Soaking in the beauty of Jade Lake, one perfect view at a time.

📸: @jakeysforkphoto 

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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.

Photo: Wind River Country

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There's no place quite like old Wyo'. 

Photo: Journal of Lost Time

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