Wyoming’s Trails End State Historic Site announced a new community event titled Kendrick Cattle Company Day. The free gathering, scheduled for later this summer, is designed to reunite former employees of the historic cattle operation with current owners and workers of the ranches that evolved from the original company.
Event purpose and participants
According to Wyoming Historical Site Superintendent Sharie Shada, the day will provide a forum for those who have long‑standing connections to the Kendrick cattle enterprise to meet, reminisce, and educate the broader public about the region’s ranching heritage. Attendees will include former Kendrick employees, families who now run the successor ranches, and anyone interested in the agricultural history of the area.
Program highlights
The program will feature short talks from longtime ranch hands, a panel discussion with current ranch owners, and a guided tour of the historic Trails End facilities. Visitors can expect to learn about the evolution of cattle ranching in Wyoming, the role the Kendrick Company played in the development of the local economy, and how family traditions have been passed down through generations.
In addition to the historical presentations, the event will include a family‑friendly atmosphere with refreshments, children’s activities, and opportunities for local artisans to display crafts related to ranch life.
Community involvement
Organizers emphasized that the event reflects the strong ties between Wyoming’s ranching families and the broader community. By opening the historic site to the public, the state hopes to foster a deeper appreciation for the values of hard work, stewardship of the land, and the legacy of family‑run enterprises that have shaped the state’s identity.
Local schools have been invited to bring students for an educational field trip, allowing younger generations to experience firsthand the stories of the region’s early settlers and the ongoing importance of agriculture in Wyoming’s economy.
How to attend
Kendrick Cattle Company Day is free and open to all. No registration is required, though organizers suggest arriving early for the guided tours, which have limited space. Additional details, including the exact date and a schedule of speakers, will be posted on the Trails End State Historic Site’s website and social media channels.
For more information, contact the Trails End State Historic Site office at (307) 555‑0123 or visit wyomingstateparks.com/trailsend.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
