10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The State Of Wyoming

So, you think you know everything there is to know about Wyoming? Well, here are some things you probably don’t know about our great state. No matter how long you’ve lived here, there are always new and exciting things to learn about our state.

1. Wyoming developed the first business LLC concept in the United States.

2. Wyoming was the first state to establish professional registration for engineers.

3. The Gillette Syndrome concept originated in Gillette, Wyoming.

4. During the 1880s, Cheyenne was the wealthiest city in the country due to the cattle industry and the gold rush.

5. Wyoming is home to America's hottest fishing spot...Flaming Gorge.

6. More than 48% of the land in Wyoming is owned by the United States government.

7. Northern Wyoming wanted to join portions of Montana and South Dakota to form a state called 'Absaroka'.

8. There are over 600 species of wildlife in Wyoming.

10. Wyoming is the only state to have a monument dedicated to a prostitute.

What obscure facts do you know about Wyoming?

Caryl

I am a freelance writer who also has been a small business owner and worked in the fields of insurance, accounting, and education. I enjoy spending time with family, reading, writing, photography, music, running, sports, and of course traveling!