Wyoming PBS
4 Geological Reasons the Gros Ventre Range is Prone to Landslides
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- 4 Geological Reasons the Gros Ventre Range is Prone to Landslides
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- In June 1925, an entire mountainside collapsed in Teton County, Wyoming, unleashing one of the largest landslides ever recorded in North America. Known as the Gros Ventre Slide, this massive event reshaped the valley, created Slide Lake, and led to the tragic Kelly Flood just two years later.
In this episode of Wyoming Chronicle, host Steve Peck visits the Gros Ventre Slide site with Mariah Radue and Todd Stiles of the U.S. Forest Service of Bridger-Teton National Forest. Together, they explore the geologic causes, eyewitness accounts, and the remarkable ecological recovery that has unfolded over the past 100 years.
Discover how rock formations, rainfall, clay layers, and possibly even earthquakes contributed to the 1925 landslide, and how this event continues to shape modern conservation, geology education, and land management in Wyoming.
📍 Topics Covered:
• The 1925 Gros Ventre Slide & its aftermath
• Formation of Slide Lake a...
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- The Mental Health Crisis in American Jails and Prisons
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- Wyoming jails and prisons are experiencing a mental health crisis. But innovative work is being done to address this epidemic.
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From gripping documentaries to heartwarming features, Wyoming PBS is dedicated to telling Wyoming’s stories. With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beautiful state, Wyoming PBS is your trusted guide.
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- Explore Wyoming’s Paleontological Riches at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center
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- 26:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Discover the incredible story behind the Wyoming Dinosaur Center in Thermopolis—one of the few places in the world where you can explore a working dig site, fossil lab, and museum all in one.
As the Center celebrates its 30th anniversary, host Steve Peck talks with General Manager Angie Guyon, Chief Paleontologist Dr. Fred Lacomba, and founder Burkhard Pohl about what makes Wyoming one of the richest dinosaur regions on Earth.
From unearthing the Allosaurus, the true apex predator of the Jurassic Period, to the discovery of rare fossils like the Archaeopteryx and Kosmoceratops, this episode reveals how science, education, and community come together to preserve the prehistoric past.
Learn how visitors of all ages can dig for real fossils, tour the prep labs, and experience hands-on paleontology like nowhere else in America.
Key Highlights:
• The Allosaurus: The real “Jurassic Park” predator
• How Thermopolis beca...
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- Wyoming's Smallest Dinosaur!
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The Wyoming Dinosaur Center provides a unique opportunity by allowing the public to dig for dinosaur bones right along with the paleontologists and staff. The Center’s focus on keeping important Wyoming discoveries in Wyoming and this unique public access to active dinosaur sites makes it a gem that the state can be truly proud of.
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- This is what happens when you waste food.
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this episode of Wyoming Chronicle, host Steve Peck explores how industrial composting can transform Wyoming’s approach to waste, soil health, and community sustainability.
Experts Mark King from the Maine Compost School and Jody Weikart from the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality discuss how composting at a large scale can play a role in reducing landfill use, supporting agriculture, improving land management statewide, and even helping research efforts related to chronic wasting disease.
Topics include:
• The benefits of industrial composting for Wyoming communities
• How to make compost effectively using the right carbon-to-nitrogen ratio
• How composting extends landfill life and supports soil restoration
• The science of decomposition and its economic and environmental impacts
This conversation reveals how turning organic waste into compost isn’t just good for gardens — it’s a practica...
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- Landslide Geology: Tensleep Sandstone and Shale Layers
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In June 1925, an entire mountainside collapsed in Teton County, Wyoming, unleashing one of the largest landslides ever recorded in North America. Known as the Gros Ventre Slide, this massive event reshaped the valley, created Slide Lake, and led to the tragic Kelly Flood just two years later.
In this episode of Wyoming Chronicle, host Steve Peck visits the Gros Ventre Slide site with Mariah Radue and Todd Stiles of the U.S. Forest Service of Bridger-Teton National Forest. Together, they explore the geologic causes, eyewitness accounts, and the remarkable ecological recovery that has unfolded over the past 100 years.
Discover how rock formations, rainfall, clay layers, and possibly even earthquakes contributed to the 1925 landslide, and how this event continues to shape modern conservation, geology education, and land management in Wyoming.
📍 Topics Covered:
• The 1925 Gros Ventre Slide & its aftermath
• Formation of Slide Lake a...
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- How industrial composting can turn waste into a major resource
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this episode of Wyoming Chronicle, host Steve Peck explores how industrial composting can transform Wyoming’s approach to waste, soil health, and community sustainability.
Experts Mark King from the Maine Compost School and Jody Weikart from the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality discuss how composting at a large scale can play a role in reducing landfill use, supporting agriculture, improving land management statewide, and even helping research efforts related to chronic wasting disease.
Topics include:
• The benefits of industrial composting for Wyoming communities
• How to make compost effectively using the right carbon-to-nitrogen ratio
• How composting extends landfill life and supports soil restoration
• The science of decomposition and its economic and environmental impacts
This conversation reveals how turning organic waste into compost isn’t just good for gardens — it’s a practica...
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- Don't buy art for the investment, says Antiques Roadshow appraiser
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Are you a fan of Antiques Roadshow? Show appraiser Nicholas Lowry made his first visit to the Cowboy State in late September, and Wyoming PBS was there to capture it all!
Lowry visited the University of Wyoming in Laramie where he taught a class and gave a public lecture. The Wyoming PBS team asked him about the possibility of Antiques Roadshow coming to Wyoming, the only state the show has not been to yet. The team also asked him about the evolution of his ‘look’ over the last 29 years of being on the show, why he does this work, and why he thinks Antiques Roadshow is so successful.
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beauti...
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- Heritage Grains: History, Flavor, & Health
- Runtime
- 1:05
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What happens when chefs, farmers, and local food advocates come together to revive centuries-old grains?
From the fields of Powell to the kitchens of Jackson, see how Wyoming farmers, millers, and chefs are reconnecting with the land through heritage grains. In this episode, we meet chefs and farmers who're working together to restore flavor, sustainability, and community connection through food.
Discover how Slow Food in the Tetons links local producers and restaurants, how heritage wheat varieties like White Sonora and Red Fife are transforming baking, and why soil health is the foundation of flavor.
From pastas crafted in the kitchen to regenerative fields—this story celebrates simplicity, tradition, and the deep roots of local food.
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#WyomingHeritageGrains #LocalFoodMovement #SustainableFarming #SlowFood #FarmToTable #AncientGrains #FoodCulture #WyomingEats #HeritageWheat #CommunityFoodSystems
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- How the Process of Rephotographing History Begins
- Runtime
- 1:04
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In 1924, an important geographic survey in northern Wyoming compiled a remarkable series of photographs—images that documented a rugged landscape still largely untamed. Nearly a century later, Cody-based historian and archivist Brian Beauvais set out to re-photograph those exact locations.
In this episode of WYOMING CHRONICLE, follow Beauvais’s journey as he retraces the path of geologist Thomas Jaggar’s original expedition. With the help of a grant from the Wyoming Historical Society—and some modern upgrades like a digital camera and a professional outfitter—Beauvais ventured deep into the mountains east of Yellowstone to see what remains of those early 20th-century vistas.
A chance visit to the U.S. Geological Survey office in Denver just before its COVID-19 closure allowed him to view Jaggar’s original materials from the late 19th century. Some of the locations Beauvais photographed are still hauntingly familiar. Others have changed beyond recog...
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- How Wyoming’s Heritage Farmers Are Reviving Ancient Grains
- Runtime
- 11:19
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What happens when chefs, farmers, and local food advocates come together to revive centuries-old grains?
From the fields of Powell to the kitchens of Jackson, see how Wyoming farmers, millers, and chefs are reconnecting with the land through heritage grains. In this episode, we meet chefs and farmers who're working together to restore flavor, sustainability, and community connection through food.
Discover how Slow Food in the Tetons links local producers and restaurants, how heritage wheat varieties like White Sonora and Red Fife are transforming baking, and why soil health is the foundation of flavor.
From pastas crafted in the kitchen to ancient grains, flour milling, and regenerative fields—this story celebrates simplicity, tradition, and the deep roots of local food.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 — Family Heritage & Italian Roots
00:30 — Simple Italian Cooking & Local Ingredients
01:55 — Conne...
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- How a 1925 Landslide Reshaped Wyoming Forever
- Runtime
- 26:46
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In June 1925, an entire mountainside collapsed in Teton County, Wyoming, unleashing one of the largest landslides ever recorded in North America. Known as the Gros Ventre Slide, this massive event reshaped the valley, created Slide Lake, and led to the tragic Kelly Flood just two years later.
In this episode of Wyoming Chronicle, host Steve Peck visits the Gros Ventre Slide site with Mariah Radue and Todd Stiles of the U.S. Forest Service of Bridger-Teton National Forest. Together, they explore the geologic causes, eyewitness accounts, and the remarkable ecological recovery that has unfolded over the past 100 years.
Discover how rock formations, rainfall, clay layers, and possibly even earthquakes contributed to the 1925 landslide, and how this event continues to shape modern conservation, geology education, and land management in Wyoming.
📍 Topics Covered:
• The 1925 Gros Ventre Slide & its aftermath
• Formation of Slide Lake a...
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- Clients' Stories of Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health
- Runtime
- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Wyoming jails and prisons are experiencing a mental health crisis. But innovative work is being done to address this epidemic.
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From gripping documentaries to heartwarming features, Wyoming PBS is dedicated to telling Wyoming’s stories. With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beautiful state, Wyoming PBS is your trusted guide.
Wyoming PBS videos are used as learning material in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
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- Wyoming Supreme Court Cases: Insights from a Former Attorney General
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- She's the first Wyoming woman to be state attorney general and, now, a State Supreme Court justice.
What does it take to move from Wyoming Attorney General to the State Supreme Court? Bridget Hill sits down with host Steve Peck on WYOMING CHRONICLE to share her journey, career milestones, and reflections on leadership, law, and Wyoming’s future.
In this conversation, Bridget Hill opens up about:
• Her transition from Attorney General to Supreme Court Justice
• The responsibilities of the Attorney General in Wyoming
• Why Wyoming appoints its Attorney General instead of electing one
• The importance of keeping law and politics separate
• How her small-town roots shaped her path to justice
• The role of women on Wyoming’s Supreme Court and inspiring the next generation
This interview sheds light on Wyoming’s legal system, its history, and the unique opportunities that come with serving in ...
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- Using Historical Re-photography to Document Landscape Changes and Wildlife Impact
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In 1924, an important geographic survey in northern Wyoming compiled a remarkable series of photographs—images that documented a rugged landscape still largely untamed. Nearly a century later, Cody-based historian and archivist Brian Beauvais set out to re-photograph those exact locations.
In this episode of WYOMING CHRONICLE, follow Beauvais’s journey as he retraces the path of geologist Thomas Jaggar’s original expedition. With the help of a grant from the Wyoming Historical Society—and some modern upgrades like a digital camera and a professional outfitter—Beauvais ventured deep into the mountains east of Yellowstone to see what remains of those early 20th-century vistas.
A chance visit to the U.S. Geological Survey office in Denver just before its COVID-19 closure allowed him to view Jaggar’s original materials from the late 19th century. Some of the locations Beauvais photographed are still hauntingly familiar. Others have changed beyond recog...
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- Wyoming’s Legal Trailblazer: Bridget Hill Joins the Supreme Court
- Runtime
- 26:46
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- She's the first Wyoming woman to be state attorney general and, now, a State Supreme Court justice.
What does it take to move from Wyoming Attorney General to the State Supreme Court? Bridget Hill sits down with host Steve Peck on WYOMING CHRONICLE to share her journey, career milestones, and reflections on leadership, law, and Wyoming’s future.
In this conversation, Bridget Hill opens up about:
• Her transition from Attorney General to Supreme Court Justice
• The responsibilities of the Attorney General in Wyoming
• Why Wyoming appoints its Attorney General instead of electing one
• The importance of keeping law and politics separate
• How her small-town roots shaped her path to justice
• The role of women on Wyoming’s Supreme Court and inspiring the next generation
This interview sheds light on Wyoming’s legal system, its history, and the unique opportunities that come with serving in ...
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- Horses & Humans Share A Spiritual Bond Across Cultures & History
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join host Steve Peck of Wyoming PBS as he speaks with Chad Hanson, Casper College professor and author of "The Wild Horse Effect." In this inspiring conversation, Hanson shares breathtaking stories and photography of Wyoming’s wild horses, explores their deep cultural and spiritual significance, and reveals how time spent in nature can improve mental health.
From the Green Mountain Herd Management Area to the history of mustangs in North America, discover how these iconic animals connect us to history, literature, and the natural world.
Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, Western landscapes, or mental wellness, this episode of Wyoming Chronicle will leave you with a new appreciation for wild horses and their role in our shared story.
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American lead...
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- Wyoming Humanities Festival and Demorest Lecture Keynote: More Than Just Fun and Games
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- 1:12:11
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join Wyoming PBS as we stream the keynote speaker for the 40th Annual Casper College Humanities Festival and Demorest Lecture. This years' keynote will be presented by R. Paul Maddox II, Ph.D, and is entitled "More Than Just Fun and Games: Using Play to Explore Communication, Connection, and Self-Discovery
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From gripping documentaries to heartwarming features, Wyoming PBS is dedicated to telling Wyoming’s stories. With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beautiful state, Wyoming PBS is your trusted guide.
Wyoming PBS videos are used as learning material in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blo...
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- Nature's Impact: The Mental Health Benefits of the Outdoors
- Runtime
- 1:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join host Steve Peck of Wyoming PBS as he speaks with Chad Hanson, Casper College professor and author of "The Wild Horse Effect." In this inspiring conversation, Hanson shares breathtaking stories and photography of Wyoming’s wild horses, explores their deep cultural and spiritual significance, and reveals how time spent in nature can improve mental health.
From the Green Mountain Herd Management Area to the history of mustangs in North America, discover how these iconic animals connect us to history, literature, and the natural world.
Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, Western landscapes, or mental wellness, this episode of Wyoming Chronicle will leave you with a new appreciation for wild horses and their role in our shared story.
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American lead...
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- Prohibition's Corruption: Bribery, Hypocrisy, and Scandal in Wyoming
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Wyoming, the last state in the Rocky Mountains to adopt Prohibition, struggled to stop the sale of illegal liquor. It created a new statewide law enforcement agency, but two of its directors were fired for graft and bootlegging. Adding to the state’s problems, many Wyoming county officials did not enforce Prohibition laws. Federal Agents arrived to intervene, but were met with deep suspicion. This documentary features local interviews and insightful historians, who share surprising stories about this unique time in Wyoming history.
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- Exploring the Wild Horses of Wyoming with Author Chad Hanson
- Runtime
- 26:46
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Join host Steve Peck of Wyoming PBS as he speaks with Chad Hanson, Casper College professor and author of "The Wild Horse Effect." In this inspiring conversation, Hanson shares breathtaking stories and photography of Wyoming’s wild horses, explores their deep cultural and spiritual significance, and reveals how time spent in nature can improve mental health.
From the Green Mountain Herd Management Area to the history of mustangs in North America, discover how these iconic animals connect us to history, literature, and the natural world.
Whether you’re passionate about wildlife, Western landscapes, or mental wellness, this episode of Wyoming Chronicle will leave you with a new appreciation for wild horses and their role in our shared story.
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⏱ Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction: Chad Hanson & The Wild Horse Effect
1:00 – Location: Green Mountain Herd Management Area
2:00 – What is a wild horse? Defi...
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- Wyoming Tattoo Culture Evolution: A 3-Generation Trend
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- MAKE ART WYOMING is a story of small town Wyoming artists – about how these aspiring artists manage making a living creating art and how much of an impact artists can have on art culture in small town Casper, Wyoming.
Featured are neon artist Connie Morgan, tattoo artist Pnut, street artist Rugie, multimedia artist James Bardgett, and metal artist Betsy Bower.
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- Light Pollution's Impact on Health & Ecosystems
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what we’re losing to light pollution? 🌌
In this episode, titled "Preserving Dark Skies," we explore the story of dark skies, light pollution, and how DarkSky International and Sinks Canyon State Park in Wyoming are working to preserve the beauty of the night sky. From the health effects of artificial light to the disruption of animal migration and the cultural importance of stargazing, this program uncovers why dark sky preservation is critical for our future.
✨ Learn:
• What light pollution is and how it affects humans and wildlife
• How DarkSky Parks protect natural nightscapes
• Simple steps YOU can take to reduce sky glow
• Why reconnecting with the stars can bring peace, wonder, and balance
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse your...
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- Wyoming's Wild West Booze Battles During Prohibition
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Wyoming, the last state in the Rocky Mountains to adopt Prohibition, struggled to stop the sale of illegal liquor. It created a new statewide law enforcement agency, but two of its directors were fired for graft and bootlegging. Adding to the state’s problems, many Wyoming county officials did not enforce Prohibition laws. Federal Agents arrived to intervene, but were met with deep suspicion. This documentary features local interviews and insightful historians, who share surprising stories about this unique time in Wyoming history.
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- Wyoming's Hidden Art Scene
- Runtime
- 1:05
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- MAKE ART WYOMING is a story of small town Wyoming artists – about how these aspiring artists manage making a living creating art and how much of an impact artists can have on art culture in small town Casper, Wyoming.
Featured are neon artist Connie Morgan, tattoo artist Pnut, street artist Rugie, multimedia artist James Bardgett, and metal artist Betsy Bower.
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- Step inside Wyoming's most luxurious historic home!
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Step inside Trail End Mansion, one of Wyoming’s most extraordinary historic homes. Built in 1913 by John B. Kendrick—a penniless cowboy who rose to become a cattle baron, governor, and U.S. Senator—this grand estate tells a true rags-to-riches story.
From its ten bedrooms and twelve baths to rare Persian rugs, Italian marble, and even a state-of-the-art central vacuum system, the Kendrick House was a symbol of wealth and innovation in the early 1900s. Today, it stands as the Trail End State Historic Site in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Join host Steve Peck of Wyoming PBS on Wyoming Chronicle as curator Sharie Shada reveals the history, secrets, and daily life of the Kendrick family. From private libraries to the grand ballroom, you’ll discover how this mansion captured both the elegance and practicality of frontier ambition.
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic na...
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- Elevating Graffiti in Wyoming
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- MAKE ART WYOMING is a story of small town Wyoming artists – about how these aspiring artists manage making a living creating art and how much of an impact artists can have on art culture in small town Casper, Wyoming.
Featured are neon artist Connie Morgan, tattoo artist Pnut, street artist Rugie, multimedia artist James Bardgett, and metal artist Betsy Bower.
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- Inside Wyoming’s Most Stunning Historic Home
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Step inside Trail End Mansion, one of Wyoming’s most extraordinary historic homes. Built in 1913 by John B. Kendrick—a penniless cowboy who rose to become a cattle baron, governor, and U.S. Senator—this grand estate tells a true rags-to-riches story.
From its ten bedrooms and twelve baths to rare Persian rugs, Italian marble, and even a state-of-the-art central vacuum system, the Kendrick House was a symbol of wealth and innovation in the early 1900s. Today, it stands as the Trail End State Historic Site in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Join host Steve Peck of Wyoming PBS on Wyoming Chronicle as curator Sharie Shada reveals the history, secrets, and daily life of the Kendrick family. From private libraries to the grand ballroom, you’ll discover how this mansion captured both the elegance and practicality of frontier ambition.
📍 Trail End Historic Site is open April–December, seven days a week. Admission: $8 (Wyoming residents: $4, kids under 17 ...
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- The government has huge power and they use it against little people, says famed lawyer Gerry Spence
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The story of the lawyer who could not lose. In part one of our interview with Gerry Spence, host Richard Ager speaks with Spence about his life and famous cases and with 50 attorneys from around the country who are enrolled in Spence's Trial Lawyer's College located outside Dubois, Wyoming. Be prepared to be surprised by some of the teaching methods at the college.
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- Understanding the Debate: Media Bias, Public Trust, and the Role of Public Broadcasting
- Runtime
- 1:27:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In a time of deep polarization and growing media skepticism, what role should public broadcasting play?
Join Wyoming PBS, Rocky Mountain PBS, and the CSU Center for Public Deliberation for this webinar examining the case for and against publicly funded media, and addressing concerns about bias, accountability, and trust.
Speakers include:
• Martín Carcasson, Director of the Center for Public Deliberation at Colorado State University
• Joanna Kail, CEO of Wyoming PBS
• Amanda Mountain, President and CEO of Rocky Mountain Public Media
• Amber Coté, Sr. Director of Statewide Civic Engagement at Rocky Mountain Public Media
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you'...
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- Dark Skies: The Overwhelming Beauty of Stargazing
- Runtime
- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what we’re losing to light pollution? 🌌
In this episode, we explore the story of dark skies, light pollution, and how DarkSky International and Sinks Canyon State Park in Wyoming are working to preserve the beauty of the night sky. From the health effects of artificial light to the disruption of animal migration and the cultural importance of stargazing, this program uncovers why dark sky preservation is critical for our future.
✨ Learn:
• What light pollution is and how it affects humans and wildlife
• How DarkSky Parks protect natural nightscapes
• Simple steps YOU can take to reduce sky glow
• Why reconnecting with the stars can bring peace, wonder, and balance
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of N...
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- Wild Mustangs vs Domestic Horses: What's the Difference?
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A brand-new season of Wyoming Chronicle begins with an exciting preview of the stories ahead. From natural disasters that shaped Wyoming’s landscape to cultural milestones and modern achievements, this season will feature:
• The 100th anniversary of the Gros Ventre Landslide in Teton County — the largest observed landslide in U.S. history.
• A tour inside Sheridan’s historic Trail End Mansion, home of John Kendrick, once Wyoming’s richest man.
• An exclusive interview with the only woman to serve as both Wyoming’s Attorney General and on the State Supreme Court.
• A journey into Wyoming’s wild horse country with author and expert Chad Hanson.
• A spotlight on Wyoming’s first collegiate esports national champions competing in Fortnite.
Join host Steve Peck as we travel across the state to uncover Wyoming’s history, people, and stories that inspire.
👉 Don’t miss this ...
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- Dark Sky Parks: The Fight to Save Our Night Skies
- Runtime
- 8:22
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered what we’re losing to light pollution? 🌌
In this episode, titled "Preserving Dark Skies," we explore the story of dark skies, light pollution, and how DarkSky International and Sinks Canyon State Park in Wyoming are working to preserve the beauty of the night sky. From the health effects of artificial light to the disruption of animal migration and the cultural importance of stargazing, this program uncovers why dark sky preservation is critical for our future.
✨ Learn:
• What light pollution is and how it affects humans and wildlife
• How DarkSky Parks protect natural nightscapes
• Simple steps YOU can take to reduce sky glow
• Why reconnecting with the stars can bring peace, wonder, and balance
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With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse your...
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- Wyoming’s Wild Horses, Landslides, & Esports Champions | Wyoming Chronicle Season Preview
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A brand-new season of Wyoming Chronicle begins with an exciting preview of the stories ahead. From natural disasters that shaped Wyoming’s landscape to cultural milestones and modern achievements, this season will feature:
• The 100th anniversary of the Gros Ventre Landslide in Teton County — the largest observed landslide in U.S. history.
• A tour inside Sheridan’s historic Trail End Mansion, home of John Kendrick, once Wyoming’s richest man.
• An exclusive interview with the only woman to serve as both Wyoming’s Attorney General and on the State Supreme Court.
• A journey into Wyoming’s wild horse country with author and expert Chad Hanson.
• A spotlight on Wyoming’s first collegiate esports national champions competing in Fortnite.
Join host Steve Peck as we travel across the state to uncover Wyoming’s history, people, and stories that inspire.
👉 Don’t miss this ...
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- Danger's Embrace: Skip Ewing in Concert
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
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- Her blacksmithing passion was ignited by her dad
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Betsy Bower uses her steel working talents to show people different ways to grow and develop. Whether doing commission work, exploring her own ideas, or offering classes, Betsy hopes to cultivate communities and make connections based on artistic ideas.
WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
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- Medicine Rattles: Connecting to the Spirit World
- Runtime
- 0:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- These are medicine rattles used to connect to the spirit world and are constructed from rawhide, rocks, eagle feathers and magpie feathers. It was the power that these birds possessed that was given to a person like a medicine man. These medicine rattles used spirituality to heal our people. The Star Society Rattle was used in certain songs. The sound represents rain. When the Europeans visited, came and stayed on this continent, at that point in time, slavery was prevalent. European visitors would capture young men and take them overseas where they were sold and used as slaves. Eventually, they devised a way to escape. They would travel at night under stars. The stars and constellations guided them back to our people. During the day, they would stay concealed and would stay in places like caves. Eventually they made it back. The people were happy and there was a celebration. When they were asked how they made their way back, they explained that they used the stars to bring them back h...
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- Unlock Your Dreams & Transform Your Life Through Art
- Runtime
- 1:39
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Betsy Bower uses her steel working talents to show people different ways to grow and develop. Whether doing commission work, exploring her own ideas, or offering classes, Betsy hopes to cultivate communities and make connections based on artistic ideas.
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- Title
- From Cairo to Sinai, Looking for Egypt's Hidden Climbing Gems!
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Laramie resident and renowned climber, explorer, and writer, Mark Jenkins, embarks on a last minute expedition with fellow Wyoming rock climbers to Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula in search of unclimbed rock walls. While exploring the harsh and rugged mountains they also find they share a connection with the mountain loving Bedouin people who call this land home.
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- Title
- Washakie's Rise: Shoshone Warrior & Plains Tribes' History
- Runtime
- 2:40
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- From his birth in the Bitterroot Mountains among the Salish Tribe, to his exploits as a warrior with the Lemhi Shoshone and Bannocks, Washakie was recognized early as an extraordinary person. But he made his historical claim to greatness in the second half of the 19th century, as chief of the Eastern Shoshone. For lesson plans, visit http://windriveredu.org/wes
- Title
- Exploring the Sinai Peninsula's Hidden Climbing Gems
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Laramie resident and renowned climber, explorer, and writer, Mark Jenkins, embarks on a last minute expedition with fellow Wyoming rock climbers to Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula in search of unclimbed rock walls. While exploring the harsh and rugged mountains they also find they share a connection with the mountain loving Bedouin people who call this land home.
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- Title
- Chief Washakie: The Leader of the Shoshone and His Character
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- From his birth in the Bitterroot Mountains among the Salish Tribe, to his exploits as a warrior with the Lemhi Shoshone and Bannocks, Washakie was recognized early as an extraordinary person. But he made his historical claim to greatness in the second half of the 19th century, as chief of the Eastern Shoshone.
- Title
- Shoshone Buffalo Return: A Story of Resilience
- Runtime
- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Since 1885 the Shoshone people have been without buffalo on their land. After decades of effort beginning in the 1990’s a coalition of individuals and organizations led by Jason Baldes have taken the first step in returning the North American Bison to their native lands. Nowhere is this action more culturally and ecologically significant than on the Wind River Indian Reservation in central Wyoming. For more, visit http://wyomingpbs.org/ourwyoming
- Title
- The Legendary Wyoming Bucking Horse
- Runtime
- 1:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- How did a turn-of-the-century bucking horse become a Wyoming Icon that we encounter every day? Candy Moulton, author of “Steamboat: Legendary Bucking Horse” helps us sort through the myths and legends that are Steamboat.
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- Title
- Main Street Wyoming - Gerry Spence
- Runtime
- 28:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Wyoming native Gerry Spence, a best-selling author considered by many to be America's greatest trial lawyer, is featured in this 1995 episode of Main Street, Wyoming. He sits down with Debroah Hammons to talk about his past growing up in the city of Riverton.
Original Air Date 11-2-1995
With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beautiful state, WY PBS is your trusted guide.
- Title
- The American Buffalo: The Heart of Native American Culture & Life
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Since 1885 the Shoshone people have been without buffalo on their land. After decades of effort beginning in the 1990’s a coalition of individuals and organizations led by Jason Baldes have taken the first step in returning the North American Bison to their native lands. Nowhere is this action more culturally and ecologically significant than on the Wind River Indian Reservation in central Wyoming. For more, visit http://wyomingpbs.org/ourwyoming
- Title
- Climbing the stunning Clarks Fork Canyon in Wyoming
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- 3 longtime climbing partners who have been putting up climbs around Wyoming for years attempt a new route on a 2000 foot wall near Cody. The camaraderie of adventure and the process of creating something others will enjoy is what keeps them motivated.
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- Title
- Climbing in Rapidly Changing Wyoming Weather
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- 3 longtime climbing partners who have been putting up climbs around Wyoming for years attempt a new route on a 2000 foot wall near Cody. The camaraderie of adventure and the process of creating something others will enjoy is what keeps them motivated.
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- Title
- The only animal smarter than a goat? A border collie.
- Runtime
- 1:04
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In Wyoming battles between sheepherders and cattlemen are legendary and harrowing. With that turbulent history it is a little surprising that the daughter of an old Wyoming ranching family is a leading force behind weed management with goats today. We’ll learn about the clever niche Lonie Malmberg and her son Donny have carved for goats in the heart of Cheyenne city limits. We’ll also meet a pair of goat herders weed managing for ranchers in the Devils Tower area.
- Title
- Trapper's Point: 8,000 Years of Pronghorn & Human History
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Trapper’s Point, just west of Pinedale, Wyoming, has been a crucial interaction site between humans and pronghorn for at least 8,000 years. In 1986, archaeologists excavated this ridge—awed by the discovery of ancient camps, stone tools, and massive pronghorn bone assemblages dating back to 7,200 BP, 5,500 BP, and 4,300 BP.
More than an archaeological goldmine, this ridge proved to be a natural migration corridor: a bottleneck where pronghorn and mule deer funnel between seasonal ranges. When US 191 bisected it, traffic & collisions skyrocketed—endangering wildlife and humans alike.
After installing wildlife overpasses and underpasses with fencing along a 12‑mile stretch, crossings exceeded 85,000 in three years—with pronghorn using overpasses 90% of the time. Collisions dropped by over 80%.
#Pronghorn #WildlifeCrossing #Archaeology #Wyoming #WildlifeConservation #TrappersPoint
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