Our environment defines us. The land has carved our personalities and shaped our culture into what it is today, and if you’ve been living in Wyoming, chances are you know exactly what I mean! Like our wide open spaces, majestic scenery and peaceful landscapes, we are a proud, solitary, laid back group of individuals. However, there are some things that can really get us fired up. Here are 15 sure fire ways to make a Wyomingite mad – you might relate more than you want to admit.

1. Anyone assuming our slow-paced lifestyle makes us lazy.
Flickr/Bureau of Land Management
It's in our blood to go to great lengths to help others.
2. Outsiders making fun of how we dress.
Flickr/Ranch Seeker
Function over form is the way we do it out here! Sorry, our muck boots are coming with us everywhere we go, and blue jeans are formal wear. Living in Wyoming creates a whole new dress code.
3. A tourist asking, "Where is the nearest mall?"
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First of all - it's in Casper. Second - please, stick to the small mom and pop shops! We don't want our state commercialized. That's not what we're all about.
4. Questioning our high gun-ownership numbers.
Flickr/Kris Kasawski
When you live out here, you've got guns for hunting and for protection.
5. Overdevelopment
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Go ahead - ask us what we think about how Jackson has changed over the years.
6. Greenies.
Flickr/Jerry "Woody"
Need I say more? Please, enjoy the natural beauty on your side of the state border!
7. Tourists referring to the town of Jackson as Jackson Hole.
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Jackson is the town and Jackson Hole is the valley between the Teton Mountain Range and the Gros Ventre Range. It's pretty simple.
8. Tourists asking, "Where are all the cowboys?"
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Yes, we're the wild west still. Seriously, just take a drive or visit a rodeo and you'll find 'em!
9. A tourist asking, "What time do you let the cows out?"
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Some people think our state is like Disney World, and that we're just here for your amusement! Our way of life is just that - not solely here for entertainment.
10. Hearing an outsider say, "I can't wait to move here."
Flickr/Toronto History
Nah, stay where you are, and just come and visit during the busy seasons. You'll like it better that way, and we'll like it better that way.
11. Creating a bison jam or bear jam.
Flickr/Malcolm Manners
Please, don't stop to take a picture of the wildlife! Let's just all move along and enjoy the view from the (moving) car window.
12. Thinking Jackson is an "authentic" Western town.
Flickr/Al_HikesAZ
Head to Pinedale or Dubois if you really want to see a mountain town that represents Wyoming.
13. Toursits in general.
Dave Hensley
Sorry - we know we need the revenue from tourism to keep the state cheap to live in, but it's stressful trying to plan our staycations around the tourist seasons.

If you’ve spent some time living in Wyoming, chances are you’re a little fired up just thinking about all of the above! Speaking of which, you might also want to check out 12 Sure Fire Ways To Spot A Tourist In Wyoming.

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Kim Magaraci | September 04, 2020

What are the most beautiful places in Wyoming?
Everywhere you look, you'll find a beautiful view in Wyoming. In Grand Teton National Park, winding trails take you between towering peaks to discover hidden alpine lakes. In Yellowstone, remarkable thermal features create colorful pools of hot mineral water. In our national forests, waterfalls and forest trails create a shady oasis.

Do Wyomingites have any strange habits?
Wyomingites may have some habits that seem odd to outsiders. We leave our cars and doors unlocked, and we're always scanning the side of the road for antelope, mule deer, or elk as we drive. We carry bear spray anytime we're going off into the woods, and our cars look like they belong on the show Doomsday Preppers. It's okay, though, because once you spend some time out here, you really see what it's like to live a remote and peaceful lifestyle.

What is Wyoming known for?
Wyoming is known for being sparsely populated and absolutely full of natural beauty. You can drive for miles without seeing another person, but on that drive, chances are you'll encounter some incredible scenery - and a pronghorn or two! The Cowboy State is also known for being home to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park - two of the most popular preserves in the American National Parks System.

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