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Pioneers of Outlaw Country: Wyoming History

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Pioneers of Outlaw Country: Wyoming History dives deep into the rugged, untamed spirit of Wyoming's rich history.
Many of these stories have been forgotten and the pioneers are relatively unknown. Join us for a journey back into time that is fun for the entire family and students of any age!
This podcast series has been supported by our partners; the Hot Springs County Pioneer Association, the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, a program of the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources, the Wyoming Humanities, and the Wyoming Office of Transportation.

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Pioneers of Outlaw Country: Wyoming History

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#History #Wyoming #Butch Cassidy #Hot Springs #Society #Arts #Documentaries #Hot Springs County Pioneer Association #Outlaws

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Pioneers of Outlaw Country: Wyoming History

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Ghost Town: Birdseye, Wyoming 29:29

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Send us a text A gold rush in the Copper Mountains of Wyoming brought 2,000 miners into the area in 1906. By 1909, nearly everyone was gone. For just a brief moment in time, hopes of a rich strike even excited Wyoming Governor Brooks who boasted of the future success of Birdseye. But when the lead ran dry, the dreams turned to dust, and the camp faded into legend. Join us as we explore the untold stories of the souls who worked and lost in this Wyoming frontier, where the echoes of the past still linger in every tumbleweed. Historian Jackie Dorothy uncovered stories of exploding cows, characters such as Deadwood Dick and more as businessmen and women tried to make their fortunes in this remote mining camp of Wyoming. This episode continues the journey along the Wind River Canyon Scenic By-Way, a section of the Yellowstone Highway built in 1924. Years before the highway cut through the canyon, the route to Yellowstone National Park was to go over the canyon, through the mining camp of Birdseye. By 1909, the businesses and homes were abandoned and the mines closed. Only a dim memory lives on of this once vibrant mining town. Brought to you in partnership with the Wyoming Department of Transportation. This is a production of Legend Rock Media with your hosts, Jackie Dorothy and Dean King. Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Bighorn River Ferry: Dangerous Crossings 13:25

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Send us a text The Bighorn River is a dangerous river in the Bighorn Basin and has claimed numerous lives in its depths. Lives were lost when high water would sweep away entire families. The ferries made crossing the dangerous Bighorn River safer - but even these ferries were perilous and dangerous. These stories and more are featured in this special podcast as part of the tales along the Yellowstone Highway explaining the dangers Wyoming pioneers faced just trying to travel along the old routes of the Cowboy State. Over time, these old ferries were replaced with bridges - but even that effort took time and effort. Join us as we cross these dangerous rivers - in partnership with the Wyoming Department of Transportation who remind you to buckle up during your own journeys along Wyoming's historic highways. The Pioneers of Outlaw Country. Cowboys, Lawmen and Outlaws… to the businessmen and women who all helped shape Wyoming. Here are their stories Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Stagecoach Radio Drama Starring John Wayne 35:21

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Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Pioneers of Outlaw Country. Today you are in for a treat. Grab your popcorn as we dive into an old-time radio show. As I was researching the stage routes of Wyoming, my internet searches kept directing me to the movie, Stagecoach. I admit I was a bit annoyed but then my curiosity got the best of me. I finally listened to the radio dramatization of the movie - when I should have been researching, I admit! Since I enjoyed it, I figured that many of you would, too. This is the radio adaptation of STAGECOACH, and was originally broadcast on January 9, 1949. The show stars John Wayne and Claire Trevor, reprising their film roles from the 1939 movie. John Wayne as the Ringo Kid, Claire Trevor as Dallas and Ward Bond as Doc Boone. In 1885, the stagecoach was the only means of travel on the American frontier and in those days no name struck more dread into the hearts of travelers than Geronimo leader of the warlike Apache’s. Stagecoach is the story of a party of people who travelled from Tonto, Arizona to Lordsburgh, New Mexico by stagecoach. The passengers on the coach include the drunken Doc Boone, good-hearted prostitute Dallas, Lucy Mallory a pregnant woman, Hayward, a bank manager who has taken off with his client's money, and of course the famous Ringo Kid. Enjoy! - Jackie Dorothy With special thanks to the Wyoming Department of Transportation for sponsoring this special series that is celebrating 100 years of the Yellowstone Highway through the Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway! Remember to always buckle up on your adventures! Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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The Dangerous Birds Eye Stage Route 24:43

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Send us a text Wrecks, highway robbery and rockslides awaited the stage coaches that dared venture over Birds Eye Pass. This dangerous stage line route was full of peril but despite the risks, the stage coach ran every day, except Sunday. Join us for a ride on this perilous route over the Wind River Canyon in Central Wyoming. There was no train or highway - only the rugged trail through Copper Mountain. This special edition of Pioneers of Outlaw Country celebrates the Yellowstone Highway through the Wind River Canyon by remembering why it was even built. It is a chance to experience the dangers the pioneers of Wyoming faced before the highway was built in 1924. Brought to you by the Wyoming Department of Transportation and their Buckle Up Campaign! Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Mischievous Mules of Wyoming: Building the Wind River Canyon 28:42

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Send us a text When the mountain man brought the first mischievous mule into Wyoming he was unaware of the importance this stubborn, irritating critter would play in building the state. As we continue celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Yellowstone Highway through the Wind River Canyon, it would be a shame to overlook one of the hardest workers that helped bring in the modern age. In between kicking up its heels and rolling in the mud, the mule helped build dams, railroads, highways and even brought electricity into the Wind River Canyon. As a bonus, we share the story of one very mischievous mules named Gabriel who was saved from his antics by none other than Black Jack Pershing. His story was published in Wyoming papers in 1915. Special thanks to the Wyoming Department of Transportation who sponsored this series celebrating the Wind River Canyon Scenic By-Way and its rich history. Remember, Wyoming, to buckle up while enjoying your trip down this beautiful stretch of highway! Mule Train was sung by Frankie Laine in 1949. Johnny Curtis and the "Prairie Sons" was the muleskinner at the end. Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Skeletons of Badwater Creek: A Wyoming Territory Mystery 24:14

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Send us a text 16 skeletons, over an 80 year time span, were found along the banks of the Badwater Creek. Who were they and who murdered these people while Wyoming was still only a territory? Their stories were buried in old newspapers and were mysteries dating back to 1872. Three were found in a cave with bullet holes, twelve were soldiers found in an Aspen grove and the last was found in a burnt grave with five arrow heads. These mysteries may never be solved but I believe their stories should be remembered. Step back into time when Wyoming was still a territory and it's citizens made horrifying discoveries along the bank of rural Badwater Creek. One may even have returned to haunt the family who had disturbed her rest. This episode was created in partnership with the Wyoming Department of Transportation reminding you to "Buckle up, Wyoming!" Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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History Tour of the Yellowstone Highway 32:29

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Send us a text Journey with us through the rich and adventurous history of the Yellowstone Highway through the Wind River Canyon, now a scenic by-way. From its rugged landscapes to the tales etched into its cliffs, this byway has seen it all. We kick off with the Gold Rush era, exploring how the promise of fortune drew eager prospectors into the canyon, igniting a frenzy that transformed the region. As gold seekers braved the treacherous terrain, we share stories of their triumphs and tragedies, revealing the dangerous stakes involved in the quest for riches. Next, we delve into the role of stagecoaches, the lifelines of communication and commerce during the 19th century. Listen in as we recount thrilling tales of daring robberies, where bandits lurked in the shadows, waiting for their moment to strike. These heists not only added to the canyon's lore but also shaped the lives of those who traveled its path. But it's not all peril and robbery! We also uncover the lighter side of history, featuring mischievous pranks played by local residents on unsuspecting travelers. These stories add a layer of humanity and humor to the canyon’s rugged narrative. Join us as we weave together these threads of danger, adventure, and a touch of whimsy, painting a vivid picture of the Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway’s storied past. Tune in to discover how this breathtaking landscape has shaped both history and the people who have called it home. “Supported in part by a grant from the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, a program of the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.” Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Sheriff Rice: Wyoming Justice 34:32

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Send us a text Sheriff Virgil Rice was tough-as-nails and respected throughout Wyoming. He was known to "get his man" and tracked down horse thieves across the Cowboy State in the 1890's. It is believed by residents and historians that he was one of many cowboys that helped inspire America's most beloved cowboy heroes, the Virginian. When You Call Me That – Smile! It was now the Virginian's turn to bet, or leave the game, and he did not speak at once. Therefore, Trampas spoke. “Your bet, you son-of-a—.” The Virginian's pistol came out, and his hand lay on the table, holding it unaimed. And with a voice as gentle as ever, the voice that sounded almost like a caress, but drawling a very little more than usual, so that there was almost a space between each word, he issued his orders to the man Trampas: “When you call me that, SMILE.” And he looked at Trampas across the table. The infamous words were spoken low and found their mark. That day, there was no gunplay as Trampas backed now. In some versions, he laughed and said, “With a gun against my belly, I always smile.” Over the years, this incident was written many times over in western movies and made it into Wyoming lore. It was first penned by Owen Wister who frequented the Owl Creek region in the late 1880’s and kept a journal of his adventures. The young tourist based this scene in his best-selling novel, The Virginian , on a story circulating around cowboy fires on the range. Wister claimed that he did not know the origin of this story, however, the people of old Thermopolis said they knew the man who uttered those words. They said it was none other than Virgil Rule Rice, a young cowboy and the first Sheriff of the Big Horn Basin. Recommended reading would be Tim McCoy Remembers the West by Tim McCoy. He interviewed Sheriff Rice's outlaw friend, Walt Punteney. The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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1885 Cattle Round Up: Wyoming Cowboy 9:23

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Send us a text The strike of a rattlesnake, the danger of stampede, the whistling of cowboys, the swish of a lasso and the sting of the hot sun. The cowboys on round-up are a true pioneer of Wyoming. Welcome to another episode of "Pioneers of Outlaw Country," where we delve into fascinating stories from Wyoming’s past that often go unnoticed. I am your host, Jackie Dorothy, and today we are traveling on a round-up with one of our favorite tourists, Owen Wister. His observations led him to write "The Viriginian" which became the most famous western romances in the world. He introduced an entire generation to the noble cowboy and a strange new world on the western frontier. It is the year 1885 and Owen Wister, the young tourist – and future novelist – has been invited to join a round-up with the Wolcott cowboys. He had been on the ranch for a month and was more comfortable in a saddle but still very much a greenhorn. His journals capture the adventure he experienced on his very first cattle round-up. This episode has been brought to you in partnership with the Hot Springs County Pioneer Association and would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Fact to Fiction: The Real Inspiration for The Virginian 13:03

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Send us a text The Harvard student of law bent over his journal, writing in camp light and by kerosene. He was capturing the words that he would one day use to write the most popular Western fiction in the world. In 1885, a young tourist arrived in Wyoming and went by stage to Medicine Bow. He was a 24 year old Owen Wister who faithfully recorded in his journal all that he saw - and he wasn't very impressed! Years later, these jottings were the experiences of the Tenderfoot and the opening scene to his most famous book, The Virginian, Horseman of the Plains. In this episode, we compare two scenes Wister observed in his journal of the small town of Medicine Bow with the fiction scenes he wrote nearly 20 years later in his western romance. Step back into time and hear the distant train as a young Owen Wister explores a dusty western town on the edge of civilization! The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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The 1880's Tourist to Wyoming 10:16

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Send us a text When we think of the early visitors of Wyoming, we think of the cowboys, homesteaders, miners and others coming to the West to make their fortune. There was another group of young men who came west on the trains and stagecoaches. These were young, rich men looking for an adventure and relaxation. They were not in Wyoming to find their fortune but here to vacation. Among these young tourists was a Harvard student of law, Owen Wister. His journals kept a record of his first arrival to Wyoming. As a world traveler, he was not easily awed but Wyoming caught his imagination and pulled him back for visits over the next 15 years. Join Wister on his first weeks in Wyoming, a broken young man who had traveled to Wyoming as part of his 'camp cure' and left with the beginnings of the great American novel, The Virginian. Thank you for listening to Outlaws of Pioneer Country. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Lost Journals of Owen Wister 8:46

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Send us a text The faded pencil script spelled out rough poems, descriptions of sunsets and hangings, saloon scenes, cowboy tall tales, the wide-open prairie and the sharp retort of the gun. From Owen Wister’s pen, the cowboy myth was born and became a true relic of Wyoming’s rich past. For over 65 years, Owen Wister's journals lay forgotten - until a stubborn librarian from the University of Wyoming insisted they existed. Today, thanks to his persistence, the journals have been found and now reside at the American Heritage Center in Laramie, Wyoming for future generations! The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org . Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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David Picard: Cowboy Prankster 23:21

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Send us a text The most famous cowboy prank in Wyoming... may never have happened. Or did it? In his novel, The Virginian, Owen Wister tells of a baby swapping prank that happened at a rural dance. It was common practice in those days to pile the babies under chairs and tables to sleep while the parents danced the night away. According to Wister, two cowboys took advantage of this situation to pull a legendary stunt! After his novel was published, residents of Thermopolis and other western towns claimed that the incident was real. According to homesteaders of Owl Creek, Bridger Creek, Lost Cabin and Thermopolis - that person was a young French cowboy named David Picard. Follow along on this adventure that made its way even to Hollywood and determine for yourself.... Is it a tall tale or did a mischievous cowboy really pull the ultimate joke on unsuspecting parents? The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org s. David Picard, Cowboy Prankster was a production of Legend Rock Media with your host, Jackie Dorothy. Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Peeshee: Wyoming's Waltzing Mouse 11:08

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Send us a text When Owen Wister brought his family to Wyoming in 1912, they brought along a special friend: Peeshee, the waltzing mouse. The inclusion of this tiny tourist in their family gives us insight into the Wister family dynamics and their love of nature in all forms. The Waltzing Mouse, once as common as goldfish as pets for children, was a puzzle to the scientists who studied them. These tiny creatures would whirl in circles rather than walk in straight lines and were more docile than their cousins. Peeshee spent the summer waltzing in Jackson Hole, Wyoming to the delight of the four Wister children. The next year, tragedy struck when their mother died in childbirth and, unknown to them, this was the last summer they would spend in their beloved Wyoming. Peeshee the Waltzing Mouse was a delight to all and a fun memory of their time in Wyoming. The stories of our pioneers were brought to you by our partners, Hot Springs County Pioneer Association. Descendants of Thermopolis, Wyoming can learn how to join their organization by sending us a text! Also send us a text if you have a story you would like featured on the podcast! This episode would not be possible without the support of the Wyoming Humanities. www.thinkwy.org Support the show Be sure to subscribe to “Pioneers of Outlaw Country” so you don’t miss a single episode of this historic series. Your hosts are Jackie Dorothy and Dean King and you can find us at (20+) Pioneers of Outlaw Country | Facebook This is a production of Legend Rock Media Productions.…

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Owen Wister: The Tenderfoot 22:19

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