In 1869 Wyoming territory gave women the right to vote and to hold public office.  Just a few months after the legislation passed, the state…

The Oregon Trail crossed the Continental Divide at South Pass in Wyoming.  Just west of that pass you’ll find a handful of buildings that are…

There had been rumors of gold in this area for years, but there always seemed to be a better place to find more of it. …

If I were to ask you to name some famous Mountain Men of the 1800s, there are usually some common names that most people share. …

It was called the Mountain Man Rendezvous and it was held for sixteen years, mostly in the present state of Wyoming.  The gathering of trappers,…

In the early 1800s, the demand for beaver pelts for top hats was strong, but the world supply was short.  That had trappers looking for…

Today we look back to a story who’s music captures the spirit of the fourth of July… https://americancountryside.com/wp-content/gems/2024/06/04Jul24-John-Phillip-Sousa.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

There’s a good chance you’ve never been to this railroad depot.  However, if you’re over forty years old, there’s a high likelihood you’ve seen pictures…

When most people think of big time gambling they think of Las Vegas.  No doubt there was plenty of illegal gaming taking place in the…

The high desert regions of Nevada, Oregon and Idaho you will often find a people called the Basque who are sheep ranchers.  In fact, the…