Discover the Real Wyoming: Myths Debunked with Alisha Collins, Real Estate Expert. Join me, Alisha Collins, from the Alisha Collins Real Estate Team, as we explore and explain some of the most amusing myths about the great state of Wyoming! From wild misconceptions to surprising facts, weâre here to set the record straight. In this video, we tackle questions like, âIs Wyoming even real?â and âDo we ride horses everywhere?â Weâll dive into these myths and share some intriguing insights about life in Wyoming. đ Myth #1: âNo Electricity or Indoor Plumbing?â â Find out where this myth comes from and discover the reality of modern-day Wyoming living. đ Myth #2: âRiding Horses Everywhere?â â While Wyoming is known for its cowboy culture, not everyone rides horses. Learn about the diverse modes of transportation we use. đ¤ Myth #3: âEveryoneâs a Cowboy or Cowgirl?â â Wyomingâs cowboy culture is strong, but it doesnât define our entire population. Discover the cowboy code that many of us live by. đď¸ Myth #4: âFlat and Barren State?â â Weâll show you the stunning landscapes, including majestic mountains, that Wyoming has to offer. đ Myth #5: âPart of the Midwest?â â Geographically speaking, Wyoming is in the Western United States, not the Midwest. Weâll clarify where we belong. âď¸ Myth #6: âAlways Cold and Covered in Snow?â â Wyoming does experience cold winters, but we also enjoy warm summers. Weâll break down the climate variations. đ¨ Myth #7: âAlways Windy?â â Wyoming is known for its strong winds in some areas, but not all of it is constantly windy. Learn about our wind patterns. đ Myth #8: âNothing to Do?â â Contrary to this myth, Wyoming offers a wide range of outdoor activities, cultural attractions, events, and shopping opportunities. Weâll prove itâs never boring here! đď¸ Myth #9: âAll National Parks?â â While weâre proud of our national parks like Yellowstone, they only cover part of our state. Discover the mix of public and private lands. đŤ Myth #10: âLawless Frontier?â â Wyoming has a rich history, but itâs a modern state with laws and governance like any other. Learn about the realities behind the myths. Join us on this journey as we debunk these myths and shed light on the true beauty, culture, and lifestyle of Wyoming. Whether youâre a current resident or considering a move, this video offers a fresh perspective on the state we love. Donât forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite Wyoming myths in the comments! Weâre here to celebrate the uniqueness of Wyoming and help you fall in love with it, just like we have. Thanks for watching!
Is Wyoming even real? Sometimes my job as a realtor consists of house hunting, contract writing, negotiations, and problem solving. Other times my job is all about answering questions. Hi, Iâm Alisha Collins with the Alisha Collins Real Estate Team, and every day my team and I get asked some great questions and some crazy questions about Wyoming. This video is spurred on by a few of those questions that weâve recently received. Like, is Wyoming even real? So what are some myths that we can bust about Wyoming?
Number one. Is it true that we donât have electricity and water, like indoor plumbing? Now, of course, thereâs some areas that donât have these amenities, such as some vacant plot of land, some mountain cabins or other areas that are considered more off grid. However, most of the state is fully equipped with both electrical and plumbing. We tend to save the outhouses for big events or construction sites. They are typically not for our homes. I mean, I just got hot and cold running water this morning. Electricity is available most everywhere too, pretty much. Of course, there are some places where there arenât powered lines nearby, such as deep in the country or way up in the mountains. In these instances, you might find solar power or windmills. However, most places like that are not lived in year round and tend to be used seasonally. Either way, I am fully able to plug my coffee maker in and brush my teeth every morning that I wake up in this beautiful state. Thank goodness, because I need those things.
Myth number two. Do we ride our horses everywhere? I would love it if this one were true, but Iâm busy enough that the time I have available in my life does not allow that. You may be surprised to hear Wyoming has cars and trucks and even motorcycles. You may even be more surprised to hear that there are people here, yes, here in Wyoming, that have never ridden a horse ever. This still shocks me sometimes. Now, there are plenty of horses and opportunities here in the state for riding, but just like running, it isnât for everyone. Yes, even in Wyoming, in todayâs modern society, riding horses is more of a lifestyle than it is a means of transportation. Believe it or not, we actually load up our horses in a trailer and drive them to wherever we want to ride, sometimes hours away. Can you imagine what our ancestors would think of that? They probably would have never believed that one day we would be traveling any other way besides horses. What do you think?
Myth number three. Is everyone in Wyoming really a cowboy or a cowgirl? While Wyoming is known for having a strong ranching and cowboy culture, not everyone who lives here is involved in these activities. Wyoming is a diverse state with people from a huge variety of backgrounds and professions. Some residents have never even stepped foot on a ranch or put a cowboy hat on. I know that shocks me too. I myself have friends that donât even own a pair of cowboy boots. What? I asked somebody this week and they didnât. So while the cowboy stereotype is part of the stateâs identity, it doesnât define the entire population. I would argue however, that cowboy ethics and way of life are in fact a part of pretty much everyone who lives here. So no, not everyone is a cowboy or a cowgirl, but most of us live by the cowboy code.
Myth number four. Isnât Wyoming all flat and barren? I crack up about this myth because in some parts of our state, it can seem like there is nothing for miles and miles. Looking across the Great Plains can make you feel this way for sure. While Wyoming does have its share of prairies and plains, it also boasts stunning mountain ranges like the Grand Tetons and the Wind River rage along with beautiful national parks and forests. In fact, right here in Casper, for instance, we are just a few minutes away from our very own Casper Mountain where we can hike, ski, camp and do all the mountain things. There are even bears up there. Wyoming is such a picturesque place, and the mountains are certainly a part of the beauty of the state.
Myth number five. Wyoming is part of the Midwest, right? Well, actually, no, it isnât. Geographically speaking, Wyoming is often considered part of the Western United States, not the Midwest. The Midwest typically refers to states like Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Of course, we just talked about Wyoming having varied landscapes, but most of us in Wyoming consider ourselves to be part of the western plains, although Wyoming is often clumped in with states like Montana and Colorado in reference to where theyâre located in the United States. I have even heard people ask why we donât have southern accents here in Wyoming and well, I guess itâs probably because Wyoming isnât in the South.
Myth number six. Is Wyoming always cold and covered in snow? Okay, yes, Wyoming has cold winters like right now, and yes, there are oftentimes snow like right now, especially in the mountains, but we also experience warm summers. The climate varies across the state with some areas being milder than others. But look, itâs January right now and there really isnât tons of snow. In fact, this year we havenât had much snow at all.
Myth number seven. Is it true that all of Wyoming is windy? This is a hot topic always. Wyoming is known for its strong winds in some areas, particularly in the southeastern part of the state, but not every corner of Wyoming is constantly windy. The wind patterns vary across the state. Some places rarely experience the wind at all, and some seasons tend to have very little wind. The winter is probably the windiest here in the state, but the summers are most pleasant and calm. Lacking the huge gusts that make us famous of course, some areas are very windy. If you ever talk to a semi-truck driver, I am certain they would have some crazy stories to tell you about driving through Wyoming on the interstate on those windy days.
Myth number eight. Iâve heard thereâs nothing to do in Wyoming. Is this true? What? This one gets me. Because Iâve lived in Wyoming almost all my life and I canât remember the last time I was bored. Wyoming offers a wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing. It also is home to several cultural attractions, museums, and historic sites. A real shocker to those who think weâre living out the little house on the prairie life might be that we actually have awesome events here regularly. From concerts to rodeos, Broadway plays to festivals, there is always something to do, and you know we have stores here as well, and who doesnât love shopping?
Myth number nine. So is the entire state covered in national parks. While Wyoming is home to some incredible national parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton, these parks only cover a portion of the state. Wyoming is home to the very first national park, Yellowstone National Park, which is super cool. Wyoming is home to many firsts actually. First state park, first woman governor, first state to allow women to vote. Oops, I digress. Anyway, off topic, down a rabbit hole. Much of Wyoming consists of privately owned land or land that is part of other public lands like National Forest and BLM land. Although itâs worth mentioning while we are talking about national parks and especially Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park is not a petting zoo. The rangers donât lock up the animals at night and people think they can pet the animals, especially the buffalo. This is super crazy and super dangerous. Despite warnings at every turn, each year someone makes this mistake and gets hurt or killed. National parks are wild places, places to go and enjoy nature, not places that have become domesticated. The animals that live there are most certainly wild. Another fact that I find interesting is that a huge portion of Wyomingâs population hasnât even been to Yellowstone National Park.
And in number 10, the final myth on this list. Wyoming is kind of a lawless frontier, right? While Wyoming has a rich history rooted in the Old West, itâs a modern state with laws, governances and a legal system like any other US state. Itâs not a wild and lawless frontier as portrayed in some of the movies and stories. I am sure it was at some point back when the Wild Wild West was won, when there were outlaws and the railroad was being constructed. But today, there is no lawlessness in our state. Interestingly enough, we are in the top two states with the most guns owned per person in our country. Statistics say that while Montana has the highest number of gun owners, Wyoming has the most guns per capita with 245.8 firearms for every 1000 residents. You might think itâs a dangerous and lawless place to be, but in fact, the top five states for gun ownership in the United States compromise only 0.8% of the nationâs firearm related homicides. If you are looking for some wild, wild west, there are certain areas in the state that do some reenactments of gun slingers and bank robberies, but as far as lawlessness and wild, wild west, thatâs the best youâre gonna get. It is true that we get asked some of these questions.
Thereâs a lot of crazy misconceptions about Wyoming, but listen, Wyoming offers a unique and appealing lifestyle. Itâs super fun debunking common myths associated with the state. While some may perceive Wyoming as solely defined by its cowboy culture, the reality is that we have a diverse and vibrant community. From the breathtaking landscapes, from the majestic Yellowstone National Park to the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains, the state provides unparalleled opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Wyomingâs low population density ensures a sense of tranquility and a close knit community feel fostering genuine connections among residents. Itâs my favorite part of everything. The state also enjoys a relatively low cost of living and no state income tax, making it financially attractive. Beyond the misconceptions, Wyomingâs blend of natural beauty, community, spirit, and economic advantages make it a compelling choice for those seeking a high quality of life. And yes, we do have cars. Comment below and let me know what your favorite myths are about Wyoming, and did I bust a myth that you actually had? Of course, these arenât all the myths out there, but these are some of my favorite. Itâs always fun to hear how people view my favorite state of Wyoming. Donât forget to like and subscribe and send me those myths. I love to hear from all of you. We love talking to you on the phone and in the comments. We have time for you. My team and I would love to help you find a home in the Casper area. We do service the surrounding areas as well, and if we donât service that area, we would love to find you the perfect agent. As always, I want you to love where you live. See you soon.