AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPark Costs & Planning: A new report flags Grand Teton as the priciest national park for camping in 2026, with a weekend average around $439—while Yellowstone and Olympic also land near the top, a reminder to budget for fees, meals, and rentals before you hit the trail. Cheyenne Tech & Land Use: Microsoft is seeking major data center expansion around Cheyenne, including new sites tied to land owned by the Lummis family, raising fresh local questions about energy, water, and environmental impacts during drought. Outdoor Access Expansion (Nearby): Cheyenne Mountain State Park in Colorado is growing by hundreds of acres, adding new campsites and expanding recreation access around Rosemont Reservoir—good news for Front Range campers and boaters. Wyoming Public Lands Debate: Critics are pushing back on a proposed pumped-water storage project at Seminoe Reservoir, warning it could harm the North Platte’s “Miracle Mile” trout fishery and affect bighorn sheep habitat. Summer Safety Reminder: AAA is urging Wyoming drivers to start the season with safer habits as Memorial Day kicks off its “100 Days of Safe Driving” push. Native Culture Spotlight: The sixth annual “Native Voices: Honoring Indigenous Ways” and the Teton Powwow drew record crowds in Wyoming, bringing Indigenous storytelling, art, and community events to visitors and locals. Big Boy Rail Tourism: Union Pacific’s Big Boy steam locomotive continues its coast-to-coast America 250 tour, with Wyoming’s Cheyenne as the launch point and major public stops drawing rail fans.
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