Episode Details

Episode 200 deserved a story with heart, grit, and a little Wyoming dust, so we sat down with Hailey Parsons and Lacey Coward to talk about the comeback of Bit-o-Wyo Ranch outside Cheyenne. What began as a real estate showing quickly turned into a bold family decision: buy a historic property with deep local memories and rebuild it into a place meant to be shared.

We dig into the real history of Bit-o-Wyo Ranch, from its 1980s roots under Dennis Steele to the nostalgia people still carry from dinner shows, horseback rides, and kids’ camp. Then we get honest about what it takes to reopen something like this the right way: repairs, surprises like pack rats, the never-ending upkeep of a log home, and the slow, unglamorous work of permits, planning, and environmental health requirements.

From there, the vision gets exciting. Hailey and Lacey lay out a Western experience built for both locals and visitors: horseback riding, family nights, date nights, weddings, retreats, hiking, and creative community events like outdoor movie nights that can raise money for a cause. We also talk about Wyoming values, supporting local vendors, and how to welcome growth without losing what makes Wyoming feel like Wyoming.

If you’ve ever wished Cheyenne had more authentic things to do, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves Wyoming, and leave a review to help more people find the show.