SCLT Welcome Center Open Saturdays During Summer

SCLT recently announced that the new Welcome Center is open Saturdays this summer from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., as well as being open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Welcome Center offers a great starting point for a weekend adventure at the SCLT Big Goose Natural Area. Whether you’re a longtime Sheridan resident, a newcomer, or hosting out-of-town guests, it’s an easy way to spend a few hours exploring one of the community’s newest outdoor destinations.

Inside, you’ll find exhibits highlighting local conservation projects, recreation opportunities, and stories from Sheridan County’s past. The exhibits continue to evolve, so there is always something new to see.

One exhibit, which is great for youngsters, is a diorama of the Big Goose Natural Area at night, and the animals that can be found there after dark. Included in the moonlit display are a bobcat relaxing in a tree, a raccoon looking for supper, a skunk, a fox, and a Great Horned Owl. Bats fly around overhead, and fireflies blink in the tree. A narrator talks about each animal and the entirely different world that comes alive at night.

History lovers can also stop by to check on the restoration of Ol’ #115, Wyoming’s last remaining streetcar. Thanks to strong community support, restoration work is underway, and visitors can see firsthand how this important piece of Sheridan history is being preserved for future generations.

After your visit, step outside and enjoy the 117-acre Big Goose Natural Area. Walk more than two miles of trails, spend time along Big Goose Creek, try your luck fishing, watch for wildlife, or simply enjoy a peaceful morning outdoors. If you’re bringing your dog, designated off-leash trails provide a place for four-legged companions to stretch their legs and explore.

Summer Saturdays offer a special opportunity to make a visit part of your weekend plans. Pack a picnic, bring the family, invite a friend, and come discover everything happening at the SCLT Big Goose Natural Area.

We look forward to seeing you this summer. Plan your visit today. Visit https://sheridanclt.org/sclt-big-goose-natural-area/.