We were amazed at how wide the streets were. Main street was 4 lanes wide- two for travel and 2 for parking. There is lots of space in the west.
They sell lots of guns in the west. Many places have signs that say "No food, no beverages, no firearms." I think you could get a big gun here!
We explored a few of the shops, admiring boots, hats, saddlery, and other western attire. We didn't buy any boots or hats, but we saw many of the locals sporting them.
From there, we went to the Buffalo Bill Historical Historical Center. We saw the largest display of firearms, ranging from 1800's through today, hundreds and hundreds. There were many artifacts, and taxidermy on display through out the huge building. There were 5 sections, Firearms, Plains Indian Peoples, Yellowstone, Western Art, and Buffalo Bill. Great place, learned so much. Here are a few pictures from the visit.
Long horned sheep, one thing I didn't get to see in the wild.
This was a hologram, a video displayed on a spray of steam, as you entered Buffalo Bill's section. Very cool.
Here is Ken in front of a full size teepee.
This mortar and pestle was used in the 1800's to grind corn and other things. It stood about 18 inches high, and was well used.
Here I am with my friend, Buffalo Bill. Great visit. So much lore.
This is the road leading to WalMart (I needed a belt!) Four lanes, plus a turning lane in the middle. No matter which way you are headed, there is a view.
Always good to try the local foods. Moose Drool, made in Missoula, MT. Great brown ale. Gavin had some when he was here with the pep band a few years back. Like father, like son, or maybe here, the other way around.
Our view just outside our room in Cody, WY. It just doesn't even begin to capture the colors and the depth of the view. But it does help trigger the memory of what it really looked like.
Tomorrow we have a long drive to Hulett. Need a good nights rest.
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