If you’re moving to Wyoming, you’ve got to be prepared for a change of pace. Life out here is like nowhere else on earth, and if you’re expecting to resume your typical daily routine, you’re in for a bit of a surprise! Read some advice from longtime Wyomingites below to make your transition as smooth as possible.

1. Plan a Yellowstone Trip for the dead of Winter.
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Not only will you miss all the crowds of tourists, but you'll see the most fascinating ecosystem in the world during its best season. The contrast between snowy grounds and boiling hot springs is beautiful, and the vast snowmobile trails and gorgeous wildlife will make for an unforgettable vacation.
2. Be kind.
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Wyomingites have a reputation for being stubborn, isolated individuals, but in reality that could not be farther from the truth. Set yourself up for success here by getting to know your neighbors and always be willing to lend a hand.
3. Keep your eyes on the side of the road, too.
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In most states, you have to worry about hitting squirrels, opossums, and maybe deer. Out here, enormous elk, mule deer, and moose will total your car and can cause a serious accident. Keep an eye on the sides of the road so you can slow down and be ready to stop if one decides to cross.
4. Be yourself.
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If you don't plan on spending any time working cows, drop the Cowboy boots & hat look. We can tell before you open your mouth if you're truly a rancher, and if you're not, you'll just look silly in stereotypical Cowboy gear.
5. Yes, the wind really is as bad as you've heard.
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We pretend to be used to it, but it still sucks to walk around in 50 miles-per-hour gusts, even on a warm day.
6. Be sure you're REALLY hungry if you decide to go out for dinner.
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There's no such thing as a "light meal" in the Cowboy State. Come hungry, or you'll feel bad for wasting food.
7. Try to be prepared for the weather, as difficult as that may be.
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In the winter, have snow chains ready, and know how to use them. Keep your car filled up when you've got a long drive ahead of you, and let people know what your plans are. Outside of town, cell phone service can be spotty at best, and getting stranded in a storm is no fun at all.
8. There's nothing quite like life out here.
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Wyoming is truly like no place on earth. You'll fall in love the second you see your first mountain, and the longer you stay, the harder it gets to ever leave.

When you do settle in out here, you’ll wonder why you didn’t move sooner. While you’re getting used to the state, be sure to check out These 7 Amazing Wyoming Restaurants That Are Loaded With Local History.

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