Powder River Pioneers Tour - Hoofprints of the Past Museum

The history of Kaycee and the surrounding area is the story of the Old West; similarly, it includes the exploits and battles of the Indians, trappers, explorers, soldiers, cowboys, and homesteaders. However, it is unique in that so much that is symbolic of Western history occurred in this beautiful area. The Powder River of Kaycee was the stage where early explorers, travelers, fur traders, the US military, the Indians, missionaries, and cattle barons played their part in Western expansion. They built posts, forts, and a “castle,” at times working together and other times fighting each other for their piece of this land. Some were just travelers passing through and others stayed and made their mark on the area. The fascinating and little-known history of these people and events will be shared by knowledgeable local historians as you travel by bus eastward from Kaycee through the Powder River Country. The tour will be held on September 12th, 2026.

Some of the famous sites and events explored on this guided historical tour include:

1834 Portuguese Fort of Antonio Montero, trapper
German Lutheran Mission Station where missionaries attempted to minister to natives
The Townsend Wagon Train Fight along the Bozeman Trail
US Military Cantonment Reno and Fort Reno sites
Cattle Baron Moreton Frewen’s “Castle” site at 76 Ranch Headquarters
Notable Homestead Sites and Community Sites

Tour Cost is $95 per person, which includes lunch at Fort Reno, and begins in Kaycee at 8:30 AM. Registration is required in advance and space is limited on the bus, so sign up early.

You can register for the tour here:

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In consideration for being allowed to participate in the Historical Tour conducted by Hoofprints of the Past Museum, of 344 Nolan Ave., Kaycee, Wyoming, 82639 at the museum and all areas where the tour is conducted I agree for myself and (if applicable) for my traveling companions, to the following:

1. AGREEMENT TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. I agree to observe and obey all written rules and warnings regarding the tour, and further agree to follow any oral instructions or directions given by Hoofprints of the Past Museum, or the employees, representatives or agents of Hoofprints of the Past Museum for the duration of the tour. I also agree as directed on the tour registration and confirmation letter, not to bring a dog on the tour.

2. ASSUMPTION OF THE RISKS AND RELEASE. I recognize that there are certain inherent risks, known and unknown, associated with participation in the tour, and I assume full responsibility for illness, personal injury or death to myself and (if applicable) my travel companions, and further release and discharge Hoofprints of the Past Museum for illness, injury, death, loss or damage arising out of my or my companion’s participation in the museum’s historical tour, in all areas where the tour is conducted, whether caused by the fault of myself, my companions, Hoofprints of the Past Museum or other third parties.

3. INDEMNIFICATION. I agree to indemnify and defend Hoofprints of the Past Museum against all claims, causes of action, damages, judgments, costs or expenses, including attorney fees and other litigation costs, which may in any way arise from my or my companion’s participation in the Hoofprints of the Past Museum’s historical tour.

4. FEES. I agree to pay for all damages to Hoofprints of the Past Museum, other tour attendees, and owners of property upon which the tour is conducted, caused by any negligent, reckless, or willful actions by me or my companions.

5. APPLICABLE LAW. Any legal or equitable claim that may arise from participation in the above shall be resolved under Wyoming law.

6. NO DURESS. I agree and acknowledge that I am under no pressure or duress to sign this Agreement and that I have been given a reasonable opportunity to review it before signing. I further agree and acknowledge that Hoofprints of the Past Museum has offered to refund any tour registration payment I have made if I choose not to sign this Agreement.

I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT BY MARKING THIS RELEASE, I VOLUNTARILY SURRENDER CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.

Questions? Please contact the museum at 307-738-2381 or at info@hoofprintsofthepast.org

If you can’t make it this year but would like to be notified about this tour in 2027, please complete a Tour Notification Form

Please note: Dogs are not allowed on the tour for any reason.