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13 Sep 2024
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Wyoming
United States
9:12:12 PM
18 Nov 2024
Wyoming Info
Abbreviation:
WY
State capital:
Cheyenne
Population:
600,000
Largest city:
Cheyenne (65,000)
State bird:
Western Meadowlark
State flower:
Indian Paintbrush
State tree:
Plains Cottonwood
Local facts
Wyoming is in the Mountain Time Zone (MT).
Wyoming observes Daylight Saving Time
Wyoming is 2 hours behind New York, which is in the Eastern Time Zone. For example, when it is 12:00 PM, it is 2:00 PM in New York (Eastern Time).
Wyoming shares the zone with several other states, including Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico.
Major industries:
Energy: A leading producer of coal, natural gas, and oil in the U.S. The state is also investing in renewable energy, including wind and solar.
Agriculture: The state is known for cattle ranching, sheep farming, and hay production, making agriculture a significant part of the economy.
Tourism: Home to famous national parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton, attracting millions of visitors annually.
Mining: Besides energy production, it has significant mineral deposits, including trona, bentonite, and gypsum.
Manufacturing: Includes food processing, chemicals, and machinery production, although manufacturing is a smaller sector compared to energy and agriculture.
Energy: A leading producer of coal, natural gas, and oil in the U.S. The state is also investing in renewable energy, including wind and solar.
Agriculture: The state is known for cattle ranching, sheep farming, and hay production, making agriculture a significant part of the economy.
Tourism: Home to famous national parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton, attracting millions of visitors annually.
Mining: Besides energy production, it has significant mineral deposits, including trona, bentonite, and gypsum.
Manufacturing: Includes food processing, chemicals, and machinery production, although manufacturing is a smaller sector compared to energy and agriculture.
Local trivia and geography:
Geography: Known for its rugged terrain, with the Rocky Mountains running through the western part of the state and vast plains in the east.
Trivia: The least populous state in the U.S., with more pronghorn antelope than people.
Geography: Known for its rugged terrain, with the Rocky Mountains running through the western part of the state and vast plains in the east.
Trivia: The least populous state in the U.S., with more pronghorn antelope than people.
Cultural insights:
Western Heritage: A strong cowboy and ranching culture, with the annual Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo celebrating this tradition.
Outdoor Recreation: It offers abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and skiing, attracting nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Local Cuisine: The cuisine reflects its ranching roots, with beef, bison, and elk being commonly featured in dishes.
Western Heritage: A strong cowboy and ranching culture, with the annual Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo celebrating this tradition.
Outdoor Recreation: It offers abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and skiing, attracting nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Local Cuisine: The cuisine reflects its ranching roots, with beef, bison, and elk being commonly featured in dishes.