Green River Rendezvous
The Museum of the Mountain Man published this book, "The Fur Trade and Rendezvous of the Green River Valley" in 2005. Edited by Dr. Fred R. Gowans and Brenda D. Francis. Includes chapters by Kerry R. Oman, Dale F. Tophan, Stephen V. Banks, Dale F. Tphan, Jay H. Buckley, Doug M. Erickson, Matthew Despain, Kerry Oman, and MMM Director Laurie Hartwig. 138 pages, full-color, 8x11 inches. Proceeds from the sale of this book go to help support the Museum of the Mountain Man. Available as hardcover $25.95 or softcover $15.95. Order online from the Trading Post on the Museum website.
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Memories of Kendall Valley
"Memories of Kendall Valley", by Richard Hecox. This is a 2005 reprint of the original book which was published in 1982. 440-page hard-cover book with many photos and stories about early ranching and life in the Upper Green River Valley-late 1800s into the 1900s, between Pinedale and Green River Lakes. Proceeds from sales of this book benefit the Museum of the Mountain Man in Pinedale. $24.95, see the Trading Post on the Museum website.
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Halfway Post Office
In early Wyoming, Post Offices were sprinkled throughout the rural areas, located wherever they could be relatively close to the ranches. The Halfway Post Office was located on Cottonwood Creek, north of Big Piney and south of Daniel. Information about the postal system from Fontenelle to Bondurant and South Pass to Merna. Many local names mentioned. This is a brand new book just published by the Green River Valley Museum. Limited edition of 500 copies. Soft cover, 134 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 inches, $15.00. Proceeds go to help the GRVM. 307-276-5343 (Museum) or Carrie at 307-276-3637.
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Send Flowers
Flowers are always a great gift idea! Local delivery is available. See our Business Directory for contact numbers for local florist shops.
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Season Ski Pass
Got a skier or a snowboarder in the family? How about a season pass to White Pine Ski Resort! Youth age 12 and under is $280, adults are $380. The ski area is open 7-days a week during the winter season. Ski and snowboard equipment rentals and season lease packages available at the Ski & Sport Shop. Ski and snowboard lessons available.
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Climbing the Winds
"Climbing and Hiking the Wind River Mountains in Wyoming", by Joe Kelsey. Book display in the lobby of the Pinedale Ranger District, USFS. Many other local hiking and guide books also for sale there. Offered through the Grand Teton Natural History Association Bookstore, $25.00.
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A Day Climbers Guide
"Rock Climbing Jackson & Pinedale, Wyoming: A Day Climber's Guide." Guide book by local Wesley Gooch. Available in the book display in the lobby of the Pinedale Ranger District office. Also available online from the Grand Teton Natural History Association. $14.95.
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Western Plaques
Western theme wood wall plaques measure about 9 inches by 4 inches. Groove in back for hanging on the wall. Faler's Gift Shop, under $10.
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Go on a snowmobile trip!
Take the family snowmobiling! Wyoming has some of the best deep powder snow and open spaces anywhere that cam be found for snowmobiling. Local outfitters offer package trips for scenic tours, steak rides and photography trips. These folks pictured here are out on a trip with Green River Outfitters. Photo courtesy Green River Outfitters.
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Wildlife theme dishes
Wildlife theme dinnerware. Coordinated dinner plates, salad plates, bowls and mugs. This 16-piece set was in Faler's Gift Shop, under $175.
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Wind River Impressions
Local photographer, Fred Pflughoft, has several books that capture the scenic beauty of Wyoming and the Wind River Mountains. Wind River Impressions is available at Office Outlet, the Great Outdoor Shop and the Pinedale Ranger District USFS in Pinedale. Also available from Fred's website (see links above.) $29.95.
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Custom Lamps
Marbleton welder John Dickie claims, "I can weld anything from a broken heart to the crack of dawn and occasionally the break of day." John's wildlife and western theme lamps, furniture, fireplace screens, entry gates and home decoration items are all custom created. Jobs big or small, John can create it. Many more pictures of his work can be found on his website. All custom crafted by order to fit customer's needs and specifications.
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Obos Custom Blend
Obo's Market & Deli in Pinedale has a great variety of custom coffees, meats, cheeses and breads. Obo's Blend coffee is a combination of South American beans and two different roast styles created especially for Obo's. Full body and smooth flavor with low acidity. Obo's is located at 212 E Pine in Pinedale, 307-367-6717.
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2 More Books by Cat Urbigkit
Here are two more brand new (2006) children's books by local author, Cat Urbigkit. "A Young Shepherd" features Cat's son, Cass, and his life on the family sheep ranch not far from Big Piney, Wyoming. "Puppies, Puppies Everywhere!" is a simple rhyming text/photo book for very young children. Adorable puppy pictures! Both books are available at the Cowboy Shop in Pinedale. $15.95 and $12.95.
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Local Newspapers
Are you a Snowbird? Have a kid who has left Sublette County and is now off to college? Just want to keep up with what is happening in Pinedale and Big Piney? How about a subscription to our local newspapers? Read it online or get an out-of-county subscription and have it mailed to you. Cost is between $23-$40/year. (In-county, migrator and out-of-county subscriptions available.) Pinedale Roundup, Sublette Examiner.
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