Named after the rough military history of its founding years, Fort Casper is the land of immigrants and daring hopefuls. The military history of the fort dates back to the 1840s. Voyagers and land seekers pitched their ferries at the fort, initially called Platte Bridge Station. However, they would encounter charged resistance from Native Americans. This subsequently created the necessity for a military garrison at the Gurnard Bridge. The military was tasked with telegraph and mail service maintenance. In some way, gatekeepers from the ferocity of the American Indians, especially after the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864. This heightened tension led to the death of the man in whose honor the fort is named after. On a sunny July afternoon, a charged Indian warrior attacked and killed Lieutenant Caspar Collins. With his father, Colonel Collins calling shots, he named the fort in his son’s memory. In 1867, the military had subdued the locals, and the fort was closed, giving rise to a railway town. Albeit moving a little bit to the east of where the original fort was established, the town prospered from Wyoming Central Railway’s plans for expansion. In committing a typo, the town was registered as Casper. With the boom of railroads, the town found its life. Pioneer Town Site Company took charge of the planning. With the discovery of oil at the Salt Creek Oil Field, Casper would blossom to be the second-largest city in Wyoming State. Another notable oil field in Casper is the Teapot Dome which would be the Achilles heel of President Warren G. Harding’s administration.

Casper offers a diverse social life to accommodate all your interests. For lovers of history, if you want to experience the rich culture of this city, consider visiting the Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum. At this center, your adrenaline will be pumped to celebrate the sacrifices of our service members. Here in the Wyoming airport, the US veterans trained for the World War 2 bombing.
Catch the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra in the Western Ballet Theater. If you are lucky, catch “The Nutcracker” performance at this theater or the John F. Welsh Auditorium. You’ll undoubtedly fall in love with theater.
Consider taking your kids out at the Kid’s Fishing Derby for a weekend day. For car lovers, the car exhibition offers a fantastic opportunity to view a wide range of cars – from the antique to the modern.
For a weekend of hiking and interaction with nature, consider Casper Mountain. For an experience of rock climbing, Vedauwoo is the perfect destination. Also, if you are a fan of adventure, visit the Grand Teton National Park, Devil’s Tower Monument or Yellowstone National Park. This is a fantastic place to go camping or for a holiday camp.
Finally, after winning a land deal, celebrate with friends at the All That Jazz to enjoy the best country music performance. Or, for some great cocktail shots, consider Gaslight Social.