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Springtime Fun & Summer Plans in Sheridan!

Posted: April 16th, 2013
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2013 will mark the 83rd celebrated year of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo! Please join us in 2013!

 

TRAILS END CONCERT PARK
The area’s largest outdoor concert venue! Recently established in 2012, Trails End Concert Park became the stomping grounds for amazing chart-topping artists and talented local musicians.

JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS

Saturday, May 25 - Start: 7:00 pm | End: 11:00 pm

 

It’s rock guitarist, singer and songwriter Joan Jett & The Blackhearts coming to Sheridan! Eight platinum gold albums, and nine top 40 singles, including the classics “Bad Reputation,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You,” and “Crimson Clover.” Joan Jett is the Queen of Rock N Roll and the Humble Queen of COOL! 20 meet and greet tickets available (meet & greet, dinner, two drinks, front row seating, t-shirt) at $254 each. VIP tickets (first 5 rows with chairs) at $104 each. Front lawn and bring your own chair, $55 each. Bleachers, $34 each.

 

ALAN JACKSON
Sunday, July 21 - Start: 6:00 pm | End: 11:00 pm
It’s country music artist Alan Jackson coming right here to Sheridan,with special guests Gloriana! Alan Jackson has sold nearly 60 million albums worldwide, topped the country singles charts 35 times, and scored more than 50 Top-10 hits. He has written or co-written 24 of his 35 #1 hit singles. Jackson is an 18-time ACM Award winner, a 16-time CMA Award receipient, and a two-time Grammy-winning artist whose songwriting has earning hi the prestigious ASCAP Founders Award and an induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Read/hear more about him atwww.alanjackson.com, and about Gloriana atwww.gloriana.com. Get the elite meet and greet tickets on Alan Jackson’s website. Other tickets are $80 for the front lawn, bring your own chair; $50 for the back lawn and bleachers.

CLAY WALKER 

Friday, July 26 - Start: 7:00 pm | End: 11:00 pm

 

It’s country music artist Clay Walker coming to Sheridan! Clay Walker has sold over 11 million records, with 11 #1 hit singles such as “She Won’t Be Lonely Long” and “If I Could Make a Living Out of Loving You.” 20 meet and greet tickets available (meet & greet, dinner, two drinks, front row seating, t-shirt) at $204 each. VIP tickets (first 5 rows with chairs) at $79. General admission lawn (bring your own chairs) and bleachers at $39.

 

MONTGOMERY GENTRY

Friday, August 2 - Start: 8:00 pm | End: 11:00 pm

 

It’s country music duo Montgomery Gentry (Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry) coming to Sheridan! Montgomery Gentry is back ‘n kickin’ ass. With a new album they’re poised to stake their claim as one of country music’s all-time greatest duo’s. The new collection aptly titled “Rebels on the Run” brings fans back to the beginning. Despite the millions of albums sold and the sold-out shows, these boys remain in touch with their working class roots. “We are blue collar and we lived the songs we sing.” Meet and greet tickets (meet & greet, dinner, two drink, front row seating, t-shirt) are $254 each. VIP tickets (first 5 rows, with chairs) are $104. General admission lawn, bring your own chair, $64. Bleachers, $29.

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Winter Days & Warm Nights in Sheridan, Wyoming!

Posted: April 16th, 2013
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Dear Shawn,

February is a great month in Sheridan, Wyoming! Winter is just starting to find its stride with all the new snow we’ve received in the past couple weeks – and if the near endless alpine vistas and fresh powder doesn’t get your heart pumping, then we’re sure a romantic evening in Sheridan on Valentine’s Day will do the trick. For a spectacular romantic adventure, Sheridan has some exceptional Vacation Packages for that perfect “couples getaway”.

 

Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone…we’ll see you in Sheridan!

 

Entertainment Spotlight - WYO THEATER

THE ADVERNTURES OF HUCK FINN

FEBRUARY 15 | 7:00 pm

$15 Adult/$13 Senior & Military/$8 Student

$5 – 12 and under

 

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, set against the racially charged backdrop of a pre-Civil War American South, America’s most beloved coming-of-age tale examines the nature of friendship and freedom in the face of shocking prejudice. Escape with this brilliant cast down the Mississippi River, where students will learn that thinking for themselves is the bravest act of all. Featuring gospel music and imaginative stagecraft, this new adaptation of Mark Twain’s novel brings a fresh perspective to a timeless story.

 

THE MET 

FEBRUARY 16

$18 Adult/$16 Senior & Military/$9 Student

$7 – 12 and under

The WYO will be hosting ten live and two re-broadcast productions from the Metropolitan Opera.

 

As part of its effort to reinvigorate opera and reach out to a broader public, the Metropolitan Opera in 2006 launched a groundbreaking program – The Metropolitan Opera: Live in High-Definition, a series of opera performances transmitted live in HD to movie theaters and other venues around the world and now the magic of the Met: Live in HD is coming to the WYO Theater. You can experience the production at the same time as the audience sitting in the Metroploitan Opera itself.

 

Verdi’s Rigoletto (New Production) LIVE!

FEBRUARY 16 | 10:55 am

Director Michael Mayer has placed his new production of Verdi’s towering tragedy in Las Vegas in 1960. In this production, inspired by the antics of the Rat Pack, Piotr Beczala is the womanizing Duke of Mantua, Zeljko Lucic is his tragic sidekick, Rigoletto, and Diana Damrau is Rigoletto’s daughter, Gilda.

 

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Sheridan’s Own - JOEY’S FLYFISHING FOUNDATION
Featured once again on the Sportsman Channel
The second episode showcasing Sheridan’s own Joey’s Flyfishing Foundation was filmed on location in the Joey’s offices and on the beautiful Padlock Ranch in August 2012 and aired on the Sportsman’s Channel in January, 2013.
This new series was created to follow children and their families as they discover hunting and fishing adventures throughout Wyoming.  Each episode follows a different youth on their personal experience, & Joey’s Flyfishing Foundation is proud to have represented Sheridan for a second time on this exciting series.
Win a Sheridan “Stay & Play” Vacation!

Sweepstakes Package - Win

a $2,025 Sheridan Stay for four (4) in Sheridan, Wyoming and our majestic

Bighorn Mountains -

Voted #1 Western Town,

#2 Distinctive Destination in the Nation & multiple years

in the Top 10 Towns for Outdoorsmen

in America!

 

Valentine’s Getaway Packages
Did you know that Sheridan has their own Brewery? Well now you do! Make your reservation today and experience some of Sheridan’s finest beers as you travel to a free tasting at the famous Black Tooth Brewing Company.

Package includes:

- Overnight accommodations

- Complimentary “Half Flight”

- Sampler at Black Tooth Brewing

- 2 drink tokens

- Breakfast for two

* (Package must be booked 72 hours in advance. Transportation can be provided, complimentary, to the brewery and back). - October thru April $99.99 (plus tax)

Special Occasions Package 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day, your anniversary, a birthday or other special occasion at the Holiday Inn. Your package includes:

- King Room

- $75 dinner credit

- Bottle of wine

- Breakfast for two.

- Rate is $159 plus tax

Pamper yourselves with this great Holiday Inn package that includes:

- King Room

- Breakfast for two

- (2)  30-minute massages.

- Rate is $159 plus tax.

Sheridan Center

 ”Stay ‘N Shop” Package

Spend a night or two in Sheridan at the Best Western Sheridan Center located on Historic Main Street and enjoy all that Historic Downtown has to offer!

Package includes:

- Deluxe accommodations (single or double occupancy)

- $50.00 worth of Chamber Bucks to spend at participating shops downtown.

- Full Hot American Breakfast.

* (Package must be booked 72 hours in advance).

- October thru April $119.99 (plus tax)

Honeymoon Suite Package

- 1 night accommodations in Deluxe King Suite with Jacuzzi Tub

- Sparkling cider

- Chocolate-dipped strawberries

- Deluxe Hot and Cold Breakfast Buffet

- $270 + tax**

For more information on these and other great vacation packages in Sheridan…

 

Winter Highlights from Sheridan Travel & Tourism

Posted: April 16th, 2013
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WINTER HAS (finally) ARRIVED IN SHERIDAN!

Hello Shawn,
Let’s talk snow! With a recent blanket of fresh powder that covered some parts of the Sheridan valley with over 8″ of new snow, we can (finally) start taking our Winter fun a little more seriously. Take a look at the most recent snow report, and start planning your winter adventure in the Bighorn backcountry!

Sheridan offers a wealth of Winter activities; including, Downhill & Cross-Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowboarding, sledding, & much more!
     A WORLD OF WINTER FUN AWAITS IN SHERIDAN! 

Snowmobiles aren’t the only mode of winter fun in Sheridan. Granted…the 200+ miles of groomed trails are appealing, but those who would like to experience the Bighorn Winter Wonderland at a slower pace have plenty of options as well!

 

For cross country enthusiasts, the area offers fantastic skiing with untouched powder.  Groomed and ungroomed trails criss-cross the Big Horns.  Here skiers may hit the trails and escape into the inviting quiet of the forest.  Downhill skiing, available in the southern Big Horns, allows skiing like it used to be – no lift lines, and exciting terrain for skiers and snowboarders alike.

 

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Win an Authentic Sheridan & Bighorn Mountain Stay!

Sweepstakes Package - Win a $2,025 Sheridan Stay’ for four (4) in Sheridan, Wyoming and our majestic Bighorn Mountains - Voted #1 Western Town, #2 Distinctive Destination in the Nation  & multiple years in the Top 10 Towns for Outdoorsmen in America!

 

One entry per household accepted, with vacation available from May – October 1, 2013, to include:

 

3 nights lodging at the Holiday Inn including lovely amenities of restaurants, lounge and pool, located in historic Sheridan, while enjoying
  • Breakfast daily
  • $100 credit toward dining at the elegant Sugarland Mining Co.
2 nights lodging at Elk View Inn with many amenities including restaurant, lounge and pool located in the Bighorns
  • Breakfast buffet 2 mornings
  • Dinner both nights
  • ATV the Big Horns with 20% discount for 4 ATV’shttp://www.bearlodgeresort.com/
  • Enjoy an afternoon with the Sheridan County Museum Director – for a Museum tour and to develop your personalized field trip of authentic western history that appeals to your interests.

 
UPCOMING EVENTS IN SHERIDAN, WYOMING!

 

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30

7:00pm Black Violin (With Drums) Children/Family Series

Date: Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Start Time: 7:00pm
End Time: 9:00pm
Where: The Wyo Theater

$15 Adult/$13 Senior & Military/$8 Student/$5 12 and under

 

Crowd favorite Black Violin is back and they’ve brought their talented drummer Jermaine “Beatdown” McQueen with them! Kev Marcus and Wil b are Black Violin, two classically trained musicians who, along with their DJ TK, have created the ultimate synergy between classical and hip-hop. Performing and touring with Alica Keyes, P Diddy, and Akon to name a few, Black Violin has committed themselves to give back and teach everyone that classical music is cool. We couldn’t agree more! www.blackviolin.net

 

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31

7:30pm Civic Theater Guild: ” A Nice Family Gathering”

Date: Thursday, January 31, 2013

Start Time: 7:30pm
End Time: 9:00pm

Where: The Carriage House 419 Delphi, Sheridan, WY. 82801

 

ANFG is a comedy Written by Phil Olsen and Directed by Gene Davis that is best described by NPR as “Fargo meets Garrison Keillor”. The Lundeen family from Minnesota is having its first Thanksgiving after Dad has died. The only problem is that Dad comes back as a ghost to join the family one more time but only Carl, the neglected middle son, can see him and reluctantly becomes his messenger. The plot thickens as Mom brings a date to Thanksgiving; Dad’s old golfing buddy, Jerry who is still reeling from a nasty divorce that left him broke. The kids are worried that Mom, who is slipping fast, will run off with Jerry and squander their estate. A whirlwind of sibling rivalry ensues and little sister Stacy arrives with a big surprise to further stir this dysfunctional plot. A plot that is a beautiful blend of humor and sadness guaranteed to touch anyone who survived the recent holidays. The cast includes Dr. Scott Bateman, Julie Olsen, Stu Healy, Carri Carey, Micah Wyatt, Steve Baskin and Anne Quick. Ticket Sales: Wyo Box office or WyoTheater.com or the Carriage House Box office one hour before performance.

 

Sparkling White New Year

Posted: December 28th, 2012
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The Big Horn Mountains received plenty of sparkling new powder over the past week. Off Trail Snow Base has a wide range of six inches up to two and a half feet, with more than a hand full of sunny days with a high average temp of 34 degrees this week! The areas of Bald Mountain, Bone Springs, Cloud Peak Reservoir, Powder River Pass, and Shell Creek are all boasting about having over 2 foot maximum snow depth. Come ride this boondocker heaven in vast open meadows and on 300 miles of groomed and 50 miles of ungroomed trails just awaiting you . . . thumbs_snow-2
In addition, the mountain in our backyard offers enthusiasts a variety of outdoor adventures, including snow shoeing and snow boarding, alpine and cross-country skiing, as well as wildlife viewing as abundant as the snow. To explore area adventures, access trail maps, Snow Reports and forecast conditions for the Northern Bighorns Mountain Area please visit our snowmobiling page here. Sheridan continues to gain notoriety for its many opportunities in the area and the nearby majestic Bighorn Mountains. In 2012 Sheridan has been named a Distinctive Destination by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It is conveniently located adjacent to Interstate 90 in north central Wyoming, midway between Yellowstone National Park and Mount Rushmore National Monument. Sheridan is calling to you before and after your fun in the mountains . . . enjoy the nightlife in historic downtown, comfortable lodging with reasonable rates, fine dining, and warm western hospitality!
From Old West to Snow West – Explore the outdoor fun in the Bighorn’s Near Sheridan, Wyoming – voted in the Top 10 Small Towns by Livability.com! READ MORE

  • Sledders reporting new snow
  • Abundant scenic vistas and exciting off-trail opportunities
  • Hundreds of miles of trails on over 1 million acres of Big Horn National Forest
  • Challenging and endless riding in vast open meadows on countless miles of cross-country trails
  • Easy access to fresh untracked sparkling powder
  • If you have short skis, you will want to leave them at home
  • Limited crowds both on and off the trails
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Win an Authentic Sheridan Area Stay

Posted: December 1st, 2012
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SWEEPSTAKES PACKAGE

img_2348-copyWin a $2,025 ‘Sheridan Stay’ for four (4) in Sheridan, Wyoming and our majestic Bighorn Mountains – Voted #1 Western Town, #2 Distinctive Destination in the Nation  & and multiple years in the Top 10 Towns for Outdoorsmen in America!  

The warm and friendly locals will welcome you into our historic community where spectacular, snow-capped peaks of the Bighorn Mountains backdrop Sheridan’s rolling hills.  Visitors enjoy embracing The West at its Best . . .  where cowboys work and play!  One entry per household accepted, with vacation available from May – October 1, 2013, to include: 

  • 3 nights lodging at the Holiday Inn, including lovely amenities of restaurants, lounge and pool, located in historic Sheridan, while enjoying
  • Breakfast daily
  • $100 credit toward dining at the elegant Sugarland Mining Co.
  • 2 nights lodging at Elk View Inn with many amenities including restaurant, lounge and pool located in the Bighorns
  • Breakfast buffet 2 mornings
  • Elk View InnDinner both nights
  • ATV the Big Horns with 20% discount for 4 ATV’s
  • Personal tour of remnants of the historic Tongue River Tie Flume in the Bighorn Mountains and admission to the Sheridan County Museum presenting our colorful cultures, commerce & characters.
  • Enjoy an afternoon with the Sheridan County Museum Director – for a Museum tour and to develop your personalized field trip of authentic western history that appeals to your interests

IMG_0067Take time to tour and shop the Historic Downtown’s 46 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.  Attend one of 30 rodeos or a polo match, visit a mansion and museums, ride a trolley, relax in parks with an elk and buffalo refuge, and explore the city-wide walking paths.  The pristine Bighorns offer a paradise of outdoor adventures, ranging from grand slam fishing to wildlife and wildflower viewing!Wyoming’s ‘Golf Capital’ offers 4 challenging courses, with distinctive options and majestic views.

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Introducing The Sheridan Channel 22

Posted: November 27th, 2012
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Enjoy exploring The Sheridan Channel’s “real”showcase of what the Sheridan area has to offer to visitors with the many and varied tourism attractions in the King of Cowboy Towns!

The Sheridan Channel is dedicated to providing viewers with information about current events, activities and attractions available in Sheridan, Wyoming. The channel really focuses the spotlight on the many rich experiences awaiting visitors, as well as area residents who haven’t yet experienced these attractions offered.

Here is a sampling of the videos pertaining to a variety of popular activity interests located throughout the Sheridan Travel and Tourism’s Web Site in the videos section under ‘Additional Information‘:

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Downtown Ride the Trolley Dining and Nightlife
Rodeos Polo Matches Sheridan Museum
Mountains History Story Fish Hatchery
Activities WYO Theater During the Summer
Hang Gliding Trail End Holidays Parks and Facilities

To further promote our community, The Sheridan Channel was launched by the City of Sheridan, Optimum and Wayward Films – along with Sheridan Travel and Tourism, the Sheridan County Chamber, Downtown Association, and Forward Sheridan.

 

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Holiday Traditions and Winter Adventures

Posted: October 25th, 2012
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This year leave the hustle and bustle of the city and travel to a less complicated time and place. The friendly folks of Sheridan look forward to sharing their holiday traditions and winter adventures with you.

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Strolling With the Elves

Does your Christmas shopping begin with fireworks, carolers, musicians, a beautifully decorated downtown, pictures with Santa and homemade chili? How about rides on a trolley, carriage, hay wagon or miniature train? No? Then you need to come to Sheridan, the day after Thanksgiving for the 17th anniversary of the Christmas Stroll, Friday, November 23rd.

Snow Play

Speed across alpine meadows on a snowmobile, take a leisurely snowshoe trek on mountain trails, or try a bit of ice fishing with a local outfitter. Just outside of town, the majestic Bighorn Mountains offer endless snow adventures during the winter months.

Warm Up

Visit some of the sites in the Historic Main Street District such as the internationally famous Kings Museum and Saddlery where the artistry of Don King’s leather work and saddles is displayed.

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‘Top 10 Small Towns’ tranquility and hospitality

Posted: September 25th, 2012
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HOWDY PARTNER,

While big cities are full of crowds, this holiday season escape to the tranquility and hospitality of the ‘West at its Best’. Just named in the Top 10 Small Towns by livability.com, Sheridan, Wyoming is rich in frontier heritage, American art, and adventure.

Explore these varied and fun events while in Sheridan:

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Bazaars & Crafts

 
  • OCTOBER  25-28, Winner of three 2011 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, Cole Porter’s classic stars your favorite local talent in an unforgettably fun and willfully silly musical at the WYO Theater!
  • NOVEMBER 23 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS STROLL – Regionally acclaimed kickoff to the Christmas season in Historic Downtown Sheridan, encompassing horse-drawn wagon and trolley rides, prize giveaways, live entertainers, lighting contest, refreshments, Santa Claus visits, shopping & fireworks!
  • NOVEMBER 25-DECEMBER 23 BRADFORD BRINTON MEMORIAL & MUSEUM 22nd ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW-Exquisite art in an ideal scenic foothills setting.
  • DECEMBER 7-9 TRAIL END STATE HISTORIC SITE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE – Sheridan’s popular historic museum comes alive with the sights, sounds and scents of Christmas all rolled into one three-day event, featuring nine performances by local musicians.
  • DECEMBER 21 146th FETTERMAN BATTLEFIELD TOUR– Living history uniforms and weapons demonstration. followed by walking tour of the battlefield where Captain Fetterman and command of 80 were defeated by Warriors.

This year leave the hustle and bustle of the city and travel to a less complicated time and place. The friendly folks of Sheridan look forward to sharing their holiday traditions.

Penny L. Becker, Executive Director

Sheridan Travel and Tourism

Sheridan, Wyoming – Voted #1 Western Town in America!

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Voted in Top Adventure Towns!

Posted: September 8th, 2012
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HOWDY  PARTNER,

Enjoy the Bighorn

Scenic Byways

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HWYs 14 and 14A

An outdoor paradise, the Bighorn Mountains and Bighorn National Forest are filled with recreational opportunities including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, picnicking, sightseeing,photography, and in winter snowmobiling, skiing, and sledding.

Whether you’re looking for an exciting ATV trail or a stroll through quiet pines, the Bighorn National Forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Explore Medicine Wheel, the sacred Native American treasure, and Shell Falls the thundering heartbeat of the magnificent Bighorns! Montana.

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Penny L. Becker, Executive Director

Sheridan Travel and Tourism

Sheridan, Wyoming – Voted #1 Western Town in America!

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More Than Just Deer and Antelope Play

Posted: August 22nd, 2012
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HOWDY  PARTNER,

As the air turns cool and the trees show their colors, it’s a reminder that autumn is the perfect time to visit one of American Cowboy’s “Best Places to Live in the West.” In northern Wyoming, the historic town of Sheridan has an adventure for every taste.

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Lovers of history and western culture will enjoy a walking tour through the Historic Main Street District. There are 46 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places including the Sheridan Inn, which was once co-owned by Buffalo Bill.

Just outside of town, the majestic Big Horn Mountains call to campers, hikers, hang gliders, horseback riders, photographers, and outdoorsmen.  A multi-time winner in Outdoor Life’s “Top 200 Towns for Sportsmen.”

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Penny L. Becker, Executive Director
Sheridan Travel and Tourism
Sheridan, Wyoming – Voted #1 Western Town in America!
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