Check out the Cheyenne-Black Hills Stage Route Trail Trek & patio talks this weekend at the Trails Center
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CASPER, Wyo. - Join staff from the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center (NHTIC) on Saturday, Aug. 18 as they travel the historic Cheyenne to Black Hills Stage Route by vehicle. In addition, learn about fascinating, but often overlooked aspects of overland history at three patio talks that will take place this weekend. These programs are a great way to connect kids of public lands and America’s cultural heritage.
Trail trekkers will be following the route of the original Cheyenne to Black Hills Road from the Fort Laramie iron bridge north. The route will closely parallel the original trail before concluding at the Lusk Rest Area. Participants will see trail swales and features, as well as the site of the original Rawhide Buttes Stage Station.
Travelers on the Cheyenne to Black Hills Road encountered the same struggles and successes as those that traveled the better-known western emigrant roads. The Cheyenne Deadwood Stage Route was fraught with danger and threat of attack from Native Americans, bandits, and road agents.
According to Interpretive Technician Shawn Wade, this section of the Cheyenne to Black Hills Stage Trail is “one of the most untouched and best preserved sections of historic trail in Wyoming.”
Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch and water. Be prepared to be outside throughout the day. Most sites along the route will be accessible by vehicle, however, there will be a few short distance walks throughout the day.
Reservations may be made by calling Jason Vlcan at (307) 261-7783.
Other events scheduled at the NHTIC during this weekend:
Starting at 1 p.m., the NHTIC will offer free and exciting educational talks, which include the following:
- Aug. 17 – The Great Camel Corps Experiment
- Aug. 18 – A Journey’s End: The Story of Rebecca Winters
- Aug. 19 – Spirited Riders: The Story of the Pony Express
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.