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Tuesday, March 16th, 2010
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Riverton, Wyoming
Founded In: 1906
Population: 9,310 (according to 2000 census)
Elevation: 4,956 ft.
Median Income: $31,531
The town of Riverton lies within the Wind River Indian Reservation and is the hub city for Fremont County, Wyoming. Riverton's route along the Yellowstone Highway has made it a favorite stop-over for visitors to the Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. No matter what your favorite outdoor activity is, Riverton and the surrounding area have it! Fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, boating, golf, snowmobiling, skiing and just plain old relaxing are available within minutes of Riverton.
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Rendezvous City
Rendezvous were held in this valley in 1829, 1830, and 1838. The rendezvous played host to many prominent mountain men including Jim Bridger, William Sublette, Kit Carson and Jedediah Smith. Every July, Riverton celebrates mountain man history by hosting the annual 1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous. This event keeps the old memories alive by providing a living encampment, games of skill, food and dancing. Riverton's rendezvous site is the only rendezvous site that remains on original ground today.
Central Wyoming College
 Founded in 1966 by a county-wide vote, CWC is one of Wyoming's seven public two-year community colleges. The college offers a wide variety of programs and services to students, businesses and community members of all ages. CWC has off-campus sites in Jackson, Lander, Thermopolis, Dubois and the nearby Wind River Indian Reservation. The college also delivers college coursework nationwide via a variety of distance delivery methods.
CWC's services reach far beyond providing educational programs. The college is the cultural center for the region. With one of the finest visual and performing arts centers in the area, CWC offers a full slate of cultural activities. Professional touring groups augments concerts, exhibits and theater productions by CWC visual and performing artists. Visit CWC online at www.cwc.edu/
Recreation and Lifestyles
Tucked in between the Owl Creek and the Wind River Mountains, Riverton offers opportunities for all types of outdoor recreation. There's hunting and fishing, or hiking and rock climbing all within a few minutes drive. You can boat on Boysen Reservoir, play a round of golf, study Native American petroglyphs at Castle Gardens or four-wheel drive across thousands of acres of state and federal lands.
Also be sure to visit the Riverton Museum. Open Tues. through Sat. 10am to 4pm, the Riverton Museum takes you on a trip to the past covering everything from trappers to cowboys. Another great place to take in history is the Wind River Heritage Center. Exhibits of Wyoming wildlife including 40 full-sized mounts including wolves, bears, bison, moose, elk, deer, bighorn sheep and smaller animals are featured here. Native American art, gifts, local history books and educational programs for schools and organizations are available at the Wind River Heritage Center.
Recreation Links (link to recreation page)
Fun Facts:
The name Riverton was selected by a committee of residents and successfully won over the railroad's choice, Wadsworth.
Riverton was also the hometown of Leslie King, a prominent rancher who was President Gerald Ford's father.
Popular Events
1838 Mountain Man Rendezvous - June 28 - July 2, 2006
Balloon Rally, Car & Bike Show - July 14 - 16, 2006
Fremont County Fair & Rodeo - July 28 - August 5, 2006
Cowboy Poetry Gathering & Art Show - August 18 - 19, 2006
Wild West Winter Carnival - Winter 2007
Some images are courtesy of the Wind River Visitor's Council. Please visit them at www.wind-river.org.
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