The “Dennison Ranch Driving Trek” is hosted by the Dubois Museum as part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series on August 13th beginning at 8:30am. Join museum staff as we explore the life of Richard V. Dennison and learn about the local legend.
This dazzling event showcases Native American History and Culture every Wednesday at 7pm from June 19th – August 28th.
Jade collector Stan Grove of the Riverton Mineral and Gem Society will be giving his talk “Green in Them Hills: The Allure of Fremont County Jade.” Since at least the 1930s, south-central Wyoming has been recognized as a top locality for nephrite jade of various colors and textures, well suited for jewelry and carving, and with an international market. Stan will present the story of this mineral treasure – its geology, history and lapidary appeal.
The Dubois Museum’s “Annual Tie Hack Trek” will be hosted on August 6th at 8:30am as part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series: This year we will follow the tie hacks Union Pass to see where the tie hacks lived, flumes that brought the ties down, and a headgate.