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The 2017 Eclipse is coming to Wind River Country WHETHER WE ARE READY OR NOT!
The 2017 Eclipse is coming to Wind River Country
WHETHERWE ARE READY OR NOT!
107 days to prepare for 11:36 a.m. August 21, 2017
Wind River Visitors Council
Fremont County’s Lodging Tax
Tourism Promotion
Short & long-term economic impact
Brand the Eclipse to Wind River Country
for national & international attention
Makes us a 2017 destination….and a return destination!
Total Solar EclipseEclipse2017.NASA.gov
“The Great American Eclipse”Close to millions of Americans
It’s been 99 Yearssince it crossed
America!
Increased News,Internet &Social Media!
InternationalNationalStateLocal News
Why Fremont County?
- We have 100% Totality 2+minutes- Excellent weather history-
Riverton Airport- 8% chance of any clouds- High altitude, less
atmospheric disturbance- Open space to view- Highway 134/26/287 mobility
The Eclipse Visitors
Business Planning GuideBest estimate:
10,000-20,000 people4 types of visitors
Eclipse ChasersRich, Famous & MediaCurious ExplorersDay Trippers
The Path of Totality – Fremont County
The Path of Totality Dubois, Reservation, Pavillion, Lander, Riverton, Shoshoni
Google EarthXjubier.free.frLander
Riverton
Pavillion Shoshoni
Center Line
The Eclipse Visitors 10,000-20,000The Path of Totality Hwy 26/287 & 134
The Path of 100% Totality
Moon’s shadow will travel about 1800 mph across Wyoming
The Time of 100% Totality in Fremont County
• Togwotee: 1st contact 10:18 am Totality: 11:36 am
• Lost Cabin: Last contact 1:07 pm Totality: 11:40 am
• Lander Totality 1:07 Pavillion Totality 2:25 • Riverton Totality 2:16 Dubois Totality 2:19 • Crowheart & Shoshoni Totality 2:22
2 Years of News Coverageand it’s just starting
Riverton named in top8 places toview eclipseFeb. 27US News &World Report
Wyoming Office of Tourismtravelwyoming.com/eclipse
Wyoming Eclipse Festival – Caspereclipsecasper.com, NASA & Astrocon
How do you maximize August 21, 2017?
• Turn 1-2 minutes into 2-5 day event• Become the destination• Sell something!• Increase return visitors• Short and long-term
tourism effects
What the Eclipse visitor wants
• Experience totality, some 2+ minutes• Great viewing site, mobility• Safety (location, protective eyewear)• Connectivity – post on social media• Unique landscapes• Memorable experiences• Bring home a souvenir
What does the visitor NEED?
Safety Food & Water Fuel BathroomsDirections Viewing SiteMost will need: Overnight Lodging, Camping or Day Parking
How does Wind River Visitors Council promote the Eclipse?
• Marketing• Public Relations• Social Media• Digital Media• Tour Operators• Website
WindRiverEclipse.org website
Wind River Eclipse Facebook & Social Media
Sign up for Wind River
Eclipse Digital
Newsletters& Weekly
Emails
Community Events & Info
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-Solar Kids Camp-Balloon Launch-Night Sky Viewing
- Jill Tarter presentation-CWC Speakers Series-County Museum Treks -Native American
Dancing& Re-enactments
-Rodeos, concerts, etc.
Community Events & Info
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Downtown Lander’s Eclipse Party and Lander Live Concert
Local Art Exhibits, Educational Programs, Festivals
Eclipse Packages, Deals,Events & Experiences
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Motel, Hotel, Campground &Casino PackagesStill some available space
Special Eclipse Lodging and EventsLander Golf Course, City Park & Rodeo grounds• Tent and
dry lot camping for RVs
• Day parking• Viewing
Site
Fremont County Fairgrounds& 1838 Rendezvous Site
-Dry lot camping for RVs, tent camping-Entertainment-Food-Day parking
Town of Dubois
-Temporarydry lot camping for RVs -Tent camping-Day parking
Wyoming State ParksPlanning Programs, Star Parties, Hikes, Tours & Eclipse Speakers
Boysen State Park
South Pass City State Historic Site
Wyoming State Parks
wyoparks.state.wy.us
-Online campsite reservations full-Adding day
parking near causeway
Boysen State Park – Only one near center line
Increased Transportation Needs
Air ServiceCharter PlanesPrivate PlanesAirplane ToursBus Tours & guide serviceShuttle ServicesRental Cars
Traffic from CASPER’s ASTROCON Convention
-600 people -Wednesday through Saturday-Lectures, workshops, vendor booths, entertainment
astrocon2017.astroleague.org
Products With Your LogoEclipse Items : ADVANCE ORDER at Shirts & More and Black Mountain Embroidery
Prepare for Eye SafetyEclipse Viewing Eye SafetyOrder NOW!
Memorabilia & Eclipse Viewing Items
Retail & Food Sales
Eclipse Motif Art and Crafts Sales
ATTENTIONProfessional
PhotographersEclipse and Night Skies
Where will good photos be for
Aug. 21, 2017?
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Most Traditional Lodging Booked!Still some rooms - If you still have availability
let us know. [email protected]
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Dude Ranches, Outfitters & Guided Tours - Special Trips
Airbnb.com45+ listed for Fremont County• Becoming a
HostCollect Sales &Lodging Taxes!See Beth Schieffer, Dept. of Revenue
Airbnb – Fremont County
VRBO.com - Vacation Rental By Owner
35+ listed for Fremont County• List your property
Day-Trippers Parking
Riverton Moto Plex& Fremont County Fairgrounds
Dubois Overlook & City Property
Public Lands Where to safely send people?
Yellowstone is NOT in Totality. Where do they go from Moran Junction?
Shoshone & Bridger-Teton National Forest - Togwotee Pass
Shoshone National ForestWind River District-Dubois
Union Pass, Sheridan Creek & Warm Springs Loop
Public Lands - BLM
Public Lands
Bureau of Reclamation & Partners– Pilot Butte
Reservoir- Bull Lake- Diversion Dam- Boysen Dam
Public Lands – State Lands*State Game Lands *School Sections*Wildlife Habitat Management Areas
*Wildlife Habitat Management AreasOcean Lake, Sand Mesa, Whiskey Basin,
Spence-Moriarity, Inberg-Roy
Tribal Lands - Wind River Indian ReservationWorking through Casinos
Private Lands
Business Checklist, Sales & Lodging Tax & Contacts Handouts
http://bit.ly/2jVz6I8
Wy Small Business Development Center Sarah Hamlin, 307-851-2029
WY Dept. of Revenue Beth Schieffer, 307-856-1185
City & Town Hall – Temporary Merchant LicensesNo County Permits needed.
Options for overnight camping, day parking and bus tour parking, but need insurance and infrastructure!
County & State Eclipse Planning
County EMS, Sheriff Dept.,
WYDOT, Homeland Security,
working on plans
Local Eclipse PlanningCommunity Task Forces: Lander, Riverton,
Dubois, Hudson, Shoshoni
Think About:• Eye safety—need certified safe viewing methods• Wifi, internet, cell phone service may be difficult or
non-existent.• What if you can’t process credit cards via phone or
internet?• Banks and ATMs—don’t run out of cash on weekend.• Security lights: turn them off for totality darkness!• Have basics for visitors: Water, ice, toilet paper, etc.• Locals: Get your fuel and food before weekend• If you are driving Monday, allow a lot more time! • Let us know what you are planning
Link & send inquiries to our website windrivereclipse.org
Eclipse Planning
• Safety and prosperity. • Collaborate
• Work through fear/anxiety.
•Celebrate and plan!
“You are going to welcome the world to your community. What are you going to do with that opportunity?” T.J. Juskiewicz
Questions? 307-332-5546
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