Wednesday in Wyoming - September 11, 2024

 

Before I moved to Wyoming, if you'd asked me to describe a western fort, this  would have been my answer: buildings made of logs, all surrounded by a stockade fence.

I soon discovered that not all forts were like that, but some were, including this one. Fort Caspar near the town of Casper -- notice the different spellings -- is a reconstructed 1865 military post. 

In addition to the buildings, which include barracks, officers' quarters, a stable, and much more, there's a small museum, all of which make it worth a visit if you're in the area.

If you'd like more information, you might find this link helpful.

Wednesday in Wyoming - September 4, 2024

Since forts were essential parts of the Old West, or what some might call the Wild West, this month's Wednesday in Wyoming blog posts will highlight some of the state's most interesting forts.

Located in the western part of the state, Fort Bridger includes a wide variety of buildings ranging from a reconstruction of trapper Jim Bridger's cabin to the commanding officer's Victorian home to "auto camping" cabins developed during the early years of auto travel. 

Their website provides more information. And if you're able to visit, you might even take a tour with a guide like the one pictured above.