Cody Youth Climbing Camp
2026-05-19 18:59 - 2026-06-08 00:00, 2026-05-19 18:59 - 2026-07-13 00:00 (America/Denver)
Our Cody Youth Climbing Camp is open to youth of all backgrounds in northwest Wyoming who want to explore the amazing rock climbing resources in their backyard. This educational climbing camp focuses on three main learning objectives: safety, sustainability, and being supportive partners. Safety is our first priority as participants learn the fundamentals of climbing safety systems and technique they climb outdoors west of Cody. Sustainability is also very important as we place great emphasis on teaching Leave No Trace practices to help participants become more sustainable users of this pristine resource. We also work hard to foster a supportive learning environment for participants to feel included, valued, and part of a team that works together. This camp is physically and mentally challenging but highly rewarding as participants learn new skills, explore a beautiful place, and have a lot of fun!
Dates:
Session 1: June 8-10, 2026
Session 2: July 13-15, 2026
Locations:
Select locations in Shoshone Canyon near Cody, Wyoming
Ages:
9-16 years old
Rate:
$275 ($100 deposit at sign up, remaining balance due two weeks before camp). This includes gratuity for the guides working the camp.
Transportation and logistics:
We do not provide transportation for this camp. We will meet participants in Shoshone Canyon near Cody each day of the camp for drop off and pickup.
Daily schedule:
Drop off in the Cody area will be at 8am and pickup will be at 2pm.
Equipment:
We provide all of the following technical climbing equipment at no extra cost:
– Climbing shoes
– Harness
– Helmet
– Belay device and locking carabiner
We do not provide food, water, backpacks, clothing, or hiking shoes for participants.
Signing up:
We require a $100/participant deposit to reserve your spot in the camp. After reserving your spot you will receive a signup email with all of the necessary forms and logistical information for the camp along with an invoice for the remaining cost of the camp.

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51st Annual Winchester Gun Show
2026-05-19 18:59 - 2026-07-10 00:00 | Riley Arena, Riley Arena | 1400 Heart Mountain Street
We are pleased to announce that the speaker for the annual banquet being held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 6:00 pm will be Hunter Old Elk. Hunter Old Elk is the curator at the Plains Indians Museum at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Her presentation title is “Beauty and Function: Plains Indian Rifle Cases and Gun Stock War Clubs.” She will discuss how Indigenous creators adapted rifle cases and gun stock war clubs for personal uses.
In addition to Hunter’s presentation, we will present awards to those who attended the show with educational displays and hold our annual prize raffle. Tickets are $50.00 each and are available through the WACA Office by calling 406-285-3722 (M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST). Payment can be made by check or credit card no later than June 29, 2026. Only unsold tickets will be available at the Cody Show.

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Wild West River Fest 2026
2026-05-19 18:59 - 2026-08-07 00:00, 2026-05-19 18:59 - 2026-08-08 00:00
Come join us for the annual Wild West RiverFest in Cody Wyoming, August 7th to 9th. As seen in Kayak Session Magazine, this is the premier summer kayaking event in Wyoming.
Slalom, Boatercross, Sprint (any craft), or spectate! We have something for everyone at Wild West River Fest!
Live Music, Beer Garden & food trucks to boot!
Registration link:
https://www.wildwestpaddleclub.org/riverfest
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday, August 7th, 2026
All Day Slalom Practice (Open Course)
4-5 pm: Open Registration @ Hayden Arch Bridge (or online ahead of time)
6 pm: Group Paddle | Class IV
7 pm: Boater BBQ at the takeout (details to be announced)
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
8:30 am : Racer Shuttle @ Gradient Mountain Sports
10 am : Racer’s Meeting @ Hayden Arch Bridge
10:30 am: Women & Youth Slalom Race Begins | Class III
11:30 pm: Men’s Slalom Race Begins | Class III
12:30 pm : Shoshone Canyon Racer’s Meeting @Hayden Arch Bridge
1 pm : Shoshone Canyon Race Begins | Class IV
6:30 pm : Free Public Concert @ City Park
Music by the Two Tracks https://www.thetwotracks.com/
8 pm: Awards
Beer garden and food trucks!
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
10 am : Racer Shuttle @ Gradient Mountain Sports
10:30 am : Racers Meeting @ Demaris Put-IN
11 am : Sprint Race Begins (inflatables and sups welcome) | Class II great for beginners too!
Noon : Lunch and Awards @ Belfry Bridge

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