Cody is considered the rodeo capital of the United States. Every night during the summer they stage a rodeo. Joseph wanted to participate, but the bull was a little docile. But, he was one of only two cowboys who rode (okay, maybe his was sitting) the bull for 8 seconds!
Wyoming is a full of beautiful views. It seems that every road should be designated a scenic highway. But, one of the best, is the Beartooth Highway, considered one of the most scenic in the US. The road goes over the Beartooth Mountains from Red Lodge, MT. to Cooke City, WY.
The views are spectacular. The highway celebrated its 75th anniversary this year.
We spent three days in Cody, WY. It is a great town and has one of the best museum complexes I have ever seen. It contains museums dedicated to Buffalo Bill Cody, Western Art, the Plains Indians and the largest gun museum in the US. I guess I don’t have to tell you where Joseph spent most of his time.
While in Cody, we went rafting, but I have no pictures since I do not have a waterproof camera. It was a great trip though. One of the highlights was seeing several Sand Hill Cranes. Maybe I will take up bird watching.
We also visited the Irma Hotel which was built by Buffalo Bill Cody and named after his daughter. This is a picture of the bar which was given to him by Queen Victoria after his Wild West Show toured England.
Each evening the Cody gunfighters perform in front of the hotel.
I also do not have any pictures of our time in Buffalo, WY as I lost my camera on the road one day.
We have moved on from Cody to Yellowstone National Park. This is one stop on the trip which I have been looking forward to for some time. I should have some great pictures for you soon.
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