Wyoming

There were many dangers that met pioneers along their long trek to Oregon. The tale of young, Joel Hembree, although sad was not uncommon. Watch to find out what fate awaited Joel.

Also, follow the link below to read about the many dangers the pioneers had to battle in order to fulfill their Manifest Destiny!

http://www.oregontrailcenter.org/HistoricalTrails/Dangers.htm

Rode all day to make sure I got to see this iconic landmark of the trail! Amazing to see the hundreds of the names that were carved into the rock a century and a half ago!

Think you’re in a rut? Check out the famous Gurnsey Ruts in Wyoming! The Oregon Trail was forced away from the river at this point and the wagons crossed a ridge of soft sandstone. The geography of the area dictated that practically every wagon that went west crossed the ridge in exactly the same place, with impressive results – the track was worn to a depth of five feet!

The tireless Pedaling Pioneer continues onward to Oregon even against the strong 40 mph wind gusts!

I guess there was a reason the “wind wagon” was invented! On the Plains and in Wyoming the idea doesn’t seem too crazy.

Check out Fort Laramie with the Pedaling Pioneer and his loyal company, Thumb!