Lakes says its WYOMING!!

[lakesbison]

http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=194470

I told you all along it was Wyoming.. ha ha ha.

HELL YEA!! WHOS BUSSING TO LARAMIE!!!!!

[roadwarrior]

Geez, lakes, BisonAccountant44 posted that link 8 minutes before you did!

[TheBisonator]

http://www.cs.helsinki.fi/u/ttokalli/kaatis/fail.jpg

[aces1180]

http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=194470

I told you all along it was Wyoming.. ha ha ha.

HELL YEA!! WHOS BUSSING TO LARAMIE!!!!!

Bussing? You can fly Fargo to Denver to Laramie...Sounds like a sweet deal for me.

[roadwarrior]

The prize goes to SloStang! He posted Wyoming two days ago.

[lakesbison]

yea.. Slostang got it.

did we ever have it in the OPEN dates link? I cannot believe that!!


Yea.. FLY TO DENVER, THEN LARAMIE. lets do this!!!


IM PUMPED ABOUT IT...

[aces1180]

http://travel.united.com/ube/shopAirportCitySearch.do?waitingPageFlag=true

[roadwarrior]

did we ever have it in the OPEN dates link? I cannot believe that!!

Yeah, what's up with that? Who posted those lists anyway?

[Bison_Pride]

They have a fairly new message board, maybe we can heat it up.

http://www.wyonation.com/forum/index.php

[lakesbison]

Roundtrip price per adult:USD 463.00Roundtrip price per adult:USD 463.00 DEN
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[TheBisonator]

My God, am I the poorest member of this forum right now?? I don't even have the money to repair my car's right headlight, let alone buy a plane ticket to go ANYWHERE, and here you guys all talk about buying plane tickets everywhere and spending hundreds of dollars on trips... Yeah, I know, I'm an undergrad and I have a crappy-paying job, but man...

[Jdubs21]

well i just got my $2000 tax return and the first thing im buying is my ticket!!! and car insurance haha

[Bisonguy]

My God, am I the poorest member of this forum right now?? I don't even have the money to repair my car's right headlight, let alone buy a plane ticket to go ANYWHERE, and here you guys all talk about buying plane tickets everywhere and spending hundreds of dollars on trips... Yeah, I know, I'm an undergrad and I have a crappy-paying job, but man...

Buy me two rolls of blue painters tape (3 inch variety, and preferably 3M), chip in for gas, and you're there!!!

[TheBisonator]

well i just got my $2000 tax return and the first thing im buying is my ticket!!! and car insurance haha

I'm getting 56 dollars in my return. Woo-hoo....

:D

[TheBisonator]

Buy me two rolls of blue painters tape (3 inch variety, and preferably 3M), chip in for gas, and you're there!!!

Hell, my car hets 33 MPG highway, we can take mine!!! :D

[Jdubs21]

I'm getting 56 dollars in my return. Woo-hoo....

:D

haha....well if u can fit inside a big hockey bag u can stowaway in there on my flight :)

[Bisonguy]

Hell, my car hets 33 MPG highway, we can take mine!!! :D

Yeah, but mines a lot more fun to drive! I could probably get 30+ mpg, but my right foot always seem to have other ideas. :blush:

[lakesbison]

what the hell..

Wheres' that bus KNOWIT ALL UNBIZON to tell us about Bus legalities again.

[Bisonguy]

Bison will receive $275k.

More than I expected from Wyoming.

[aces1180]

Bison will receive $275k.

More than I expected from Wyoming.

I just saw that on WDAY...That's a good amount to be paid for a win. ;)

[Bisonguy]

I just saw that on WDAY...That's a good amount to be paid for a win. ;)

Not as much as the Gophers paid out last year.

[lakesbison]

From Wyoming Board (SEE SMACK THREAD @ http://www.bisonville.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12641 )


It'd be cool if the Pokes played the Bison, however, I think we're scheduled for a game vs. New Mexico State that weekend unless that possibility fell through.

OH OH... is there a HITCH to this news already??

[NDSUstudent]

From Wyoming Board (SEE SMACK THREAD @ http://www.bisonville.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12641 )


It'd be cool if the Pokes played the Bison, however, I think we're scheduled for a game vs. New Mexico State that weekend unless that possibility fell through.

OH OH... is there a HITCH to this news already??

Lakes there is nothing to worry about, sounds like the NMSU game fell through...
http://wyoming.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=2159&tid=112159191&mid=112159191&sid=896&style=2

[Fightin' Bison]

http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=194470

I told you all along it was Wyoming.. ha ha ha.

HELL YEA!! WHOS BUSSING TO LARAMIE!!!!!

Anyone who gets on a bus to Wyoming with Lakesbison is likely to end up in Manitoba considering he thinks it isn't south of Fargo.

[SloStang]

Great game for the Bison. Close, winnable and $275,000 to boot. Go Bison!!!

[Mr. Burgundy]

Yeah...Coach Miles....Thursday to Sunday. Keep the room open. Book three tee times and have a tailgate spot arranged....this just couldn't have worked out any better. Fargo to Fort Collins baby...no idea how far that is from U of Wyoming, work on the details later.

[WePharm]

For us in western ND this is a.....HOME GAME!!!
It's not much farther than Dilworth. Almost like driving to Walmart. Just like driving to the nearest Applebees, 'Bout as close as the nearest John Deere dealer. Think I'll pick up a loaf of bread. Maybee see a movie when I'm there. Man it's close! Way to go Bohl!!!

[MrTitleist]

Hey Bison.

I'm the admin over at WyoNation (http://www.wyonation.com) and it did in fact look like NMSU fell through, from what I've been reading. I think NDSU is a nice last minute pickup.. and I know you guys are tough, and travel with a nice herd. I'm also a Montana Grizzly fan, so boo on you guys for beating us at our house. I dunno if you'll have the same luck in Laramie, but you guys have proven to be giant killers.

I'd say if you're gonna go to Laramie for the game, just fly Fargo to Laramie and rent a car. Much cheaper that way. It's only about 2 hours from Denver to Laramie.. not a huge deal. And again, if you want to stop by to visit some Wyoming fans, or talk some smack, stop by WyoNation. Relatively new, but we do have the nicest front page! :) Good luck, Bison.

[Bisonguy]

Fargo to Denver via Frontier is currently @ $239 roundtrip including taxes leaving 9/12 arriving back in Fargo 9/14. Delta is @ $300 with taxes.


Rental car from Denver and a two hour drive to Laramie. :nod:

[Tatanka]

This, my friends, is where the new air service to Fargo from Frontier comes in handy.

http://www.frontierairlines.com/

Friday to Sunday, 239.39 per person round trip, Fargo to Denver!!!!

Of course, Tatanka's wife's herd transport vehicle will be making the trip to Wyoming (with a full load of BISON fans), so this is more of an FYI for those of you with the coin to fly, but who don't want to spend any more than they have to.

[Tatanka]

Fargo to Denver via Frontier is currently @ $239 roundtrip including taxes leaving 9/12 arriving back in Fargo 9/14. Delta is @ $300 with taxes.


Rental car from Denver and a two hour drive to Laramie. :nod:

:banghead: :banghead: :banghead:

Must learn to type faster than Bisonguy. If that's possible...

[Bisonguy]

Only bad thing you miss out on by flying is the possible drive from Gillette to Douglas. That's the most desolate drive I've ever had. Most dead rabbits I've ever seen on a highway, as well (lost count at 68 in a tenth of a mile stretch).

[Mr. Burgundy]

Nice, only 90 miles from Fort Collins to Laramie. Time to make arrangements.

[aces1180]

Only bad thing you miss out on by flying is the possible drive from Gillette to Douglas. That's the most desolate drive I've ever had. Most dead rabbits I've ever seen on a highway, as well (lost count at 68 in a tenth of a mile stretch).

I thought those were located in Brookings? ;)...I couldn't resist.

[lakesbison]

dead rabbits..... in brookings.. or in the 5 corners in Gangs of New York.


burgandy.. tell Miles Im going with!!

[bisongirl]

I'll book our flights as soon as the contract is signed! :nod:

[Bisonguy]

This, my friends, is where the new air service to Fargo from Frontier comes in handy.

http://www.frontierairlines.com/

Friday to Sunday, 239.39 per person round trip, Fargo to Denver!!!!

Of course, Tatanka's wife's herd transport vehicle will be making the trip to Wyoming (with a full load of BISON fans), so this is more of an FYI for those of you with the coin to fly, but who don't want to spend any more than they have to.


Might have to take the spouse to teh Devil's Tower on the way back, just so you can drive from Douglas to Gillette!!

[Trim]

I'll book our flights as soon as the contract is signed! :nod:

Me too! Already talked to the boy, he's jacked about adding 2 states to his "been to" list. C'mon, make it official!

[tjbison]

The best thing about this is, NEW THREAD TOPICS!!!!!!:nod: Score Predictions, Roehls Rushing yards, Mertens passing, How many people will Humber de-cleet, the possibilities are endless, thanks Gene! We love you man!:cheers: Cowboys better look out I hear a herd of Bison roaming!

[DCPoke]

They have a fairly new message board, maybe we can heat it up.

http://www.wyonation.com/forum/index.php

The oldest of the Wyoming messageboards is the GoWyoGo site.

Here's the link: http://www.wyoming.rivals.com

Stop by and say "howdy":)

[sambini]

Welcome DC POKE. Burgundy Anheuser Busch has a brewery at Fort Collins.

[onbison09]

yea.. Slostang got it.

did we ever have it in the OPEN dates link? I cannot believe that!!


Yea.. FLY TO DENVER, THEN LARAMIE. lets do this!!!


IM PUMPED ABOUT IT...

Haha your pride and joy didn't even have it.

[FTCpoke07]

Fort Collins to Laramie is really only about 60 miles if you take 287. I-25 to Cheyenne, and then I-80 to Laramie takes a little longer. A lot of nice courses in Northern Colorado. Enjoy the trip out here Bison fans.

[HerdBot]

http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=194470

I told you all along it was Wyoming.. ha ha ha.

HELL YEA!! WHOS BUSSING TO LARAMIE!!!!!

Hey check out the stadium. http://wyomingathletics.cstv.com/facilities/warmemorial.html
I like the old school name... "War Memorial Stadium."

[aces1180]

Hey check out the stadium. http://wyomingathletics.cstv.com/facilities/warmemorial.html
I like the old school name... "War Memorial Stadium."

Nothing better than outdoor college football in September!

[tjbison]

Nothing better than outdoor college football in September!

And the Stadium filled with GREEN BABY!!! we bring 30,000 to this like Minneapolis, Laramie better order some extra beer!! Was thru there years ago, smaller than WEST FARGO!

[aces1180]

I think I just planned my weekend in Colorado and Wyoming.

Friday, September 12...Fly to Denver from Fargo, rent car and drive to Laramie

Saturday, September 13...Tailgate at War Memorial Stadium, watch Bison win, celebrate said victory, pass out

Sunday, September 14...Wake up hungover, but happy, drive back to Denver, watch the Colorado Rockies play the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field, catch late flight from Denver to Fargo

Monday, September 15...Take day off and hang out on Bisonville

Could be a fun late-summer trip!

[4mcruenomore]

I like that some comments on the message board already saying they are gonna spank us, I can't wait.

[MrTitleist]

When it comes to tailgating in Laramie, it's not like tailgating in Fargo or Missoula.. they have "rules." Gotta plan your tailgating accordingly. You can only tailgate in certain areas, gotta be a Cowboy Joe member to do so.. but if the WyoNation crew plans a trip to Laramie, we'll arrange something w/ Bisonville to tailgate. Don't you worry.

[lakesbison]

Whoa. . Your Sayin If 2500, 3000 Ndsu Fans Show Up With Beer, Brats And BABES . . . . that we cant tailgate there? ? hmm. . try and stop us . . . ha ha ha . . or i guess we.ll have to bribe u with said 3 B's & DD's . . . peace

[MrTitleist]

It's not me you have to convince.. tailgating is my favorite past time. You'd think Wyoming, of all places, could do some decent tailgating like we have in Missoula.

[sambini]

I would think the Alumni Association will have a tent like they usaually do. Yes they have beer at them too.

[Bison"FANatic"]

Where is WYOBISONMAN, I have not read a post from him since this news broke. What do you guys think is he still partying after hearing the news and hasn't sobered up to post on here!!!!! Has to be a dream game for him!

[UTH]

Where is WYOBISONMAN, I have not read a post from him since this news broke. What do you guys think is he still partying after hearing the news and hasn't sobered up to post on here!!!!! Has to be a dream game for him!

I've been wondering the same thing. It'll be interesting to see what he's planning, what he has to say, etc...

On a side note, I tasked some of my best and brightest operators with confirming that all is ok with him. They were able to get a screen-cap* from his webcam. It appears that he might pull through any technical difficulties he's experiencing and make it to the game...


http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/indio_rojas/Crazyspinningface.gif
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*i realize that screencaps are supposed to be stills. there must be an explanation.

[bisonmike2]

So what do we know about this team? What type of offense do they run? Key returning players?

[Bison"FANatic"]

Well we will find out how well our 2 and 3 deep position players are. Our O-line is going to have to be very good and is going to have to go very deep. You start playing at 7200ft and it will tire even the most finely tuned athletes.
Hey I'm no coach but this could be a very good game for the rest of the year as our 2nd and 3rd strings are forced to step up and give the starters a breather. Roehl, Paschell, Blinco and Mcnorton will step up to the plate I just hope we can open the holes for them all game long. Mertens arm could take a lot of pressure off of these guys.

[UTH]

Hey check out the stadium. http://wyomingathletics.cstv.com/facilities/warmemorial.html
I like the old school name... "War Memorial Stadium."

Turning that place yellow will be a big challenge. One thing is for sure - Denver and western North Dakota will really have to step up for this one.

[Bison"FANatic"]

So what do we know about this team? What type of offense do they run? Key returning players?

Looks like a Pro set offense with a 3-4 defense

A Junior QB with 2 Junior RB's accounted for most of the offense. QB threw more INT than TD's. It didn't look like they throw to the TE but a fair number of different receivers caught balls.


RECORD Overall Mountain West
5-7 2-6

SCORING Pts. Scored Pts. Allowed
233 311

NET YARDS Plays Rush Pass Tot Avg
Team 879 1,558 2,315 3,873 4.4
Avg. 129.8 192.9 322.8

RUSHING Att Yds Avg TD
Team 467 1,558 3.3 14

PASSING PC-PA Pct Yds I Int TD Yds/A
Team 242-412 58.7 2,315 19 12 5.6

PUNTING No Yds Avg
Team 69 2,911 42.2

KICKING XP FG Pts
Team 22 13 61

OTHER Pen 2-XP Saf Avg TOP
Team 73-657 4 29:22

[TheDoctor]

Lakes there is nothing to worry about, sounds like the NMSU game fell through...
http://wyoming.rivals.com/showmsg.asp?fid=2159&tid=112159191&mid=112159191&sid=896&style=2

I like this quote: "The Bison bring a nice crowd with them, and they're a fun loving, football crazy bunch.. might be a nice weekend to fill the stadium."

[IowaBisonToo]

Bison better bring a lot of O2 with. Stadium elevation of over 7200 feet. That could be a problem. WYOBISONMAN is probably still recovering from a massive amount of celebrating.

[BisManBison]

Our radio stations suck...and so do our flight options. Cheap flights is one of the things I miss just about more than anything about Fargo compared to Bismarck.

Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Larimie: $683
Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Denver: $499
Roundtrip flight from Dickinson to Denver: $289

Or do I drive the 650 plus miles in 9 hours or so???? I think I'll be drivin to Dickinson.

[imported_Whatever_]

I spent a lot of weekends in Laramie riding snowmobiles the last 3 years before moving to the north pole of Bemidji MN. Believe it or not it's got one of the best Mexican resturaunts I've ever eaten at. Corona Village is the name its right off the intersate next to the First Gold hotel. After you stuff yourself at the village head to Mulligans, its a little bar right down the road...had some good times there on friday nights.

[Trim]

How about finding a Hotel? Is that going to be tough? I have family in Riverton, but that's a bit far.

[imabison]

Our radio stations suck...and so do our flight options. Cheap flights is one of the things I miss just about more than anything about Fargo compared to Bismarck.

Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Larimie: $683
Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Denver: $499
Roundtrip flight from Dickinson to Denver: $289

Or do I drive the 650 plus miles in 9 hours or so???? I think I'll be drivin to Dickinson.
I found from Fargo last night on Frontier $ 439.00 round trip. As always no fare is guaranteed until the ticket is issued.

[BisonBabe]

We plan on driving down on Friday and then back after the game. Already have the route planned. Only a 12 hour drive (not much longer then when we went to the Black Hills last summer)

Checked out what it would cost for airfare and it is more cost effective for us to drive as we will bring the kids.

[UTH]

Our radio stations suck...and so do our flight options. Cheap flights is one of the things I miss just about more than anything about Fargo compared to Bismarck.

Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Larimie: $683
Roundtrip flight from Bismarck to Denver: $499
Roundtrip flight from Dickinson to Denver: $289

Or do I drive the 650 plus miles in 9 hours or so???? I think I'll be drivin to Dickinson.

I'm looking at a road trip. I've cruised to Camp Guernsey several times over the years and it doesn't feel like too bad of a drive. Methinks that Laramie is just over an hour farther down the road. Mapquest puts it at 10 hrs 16 minutes from Bismarck. I think your guess of 9 hours or so is more accurate.

Also, remember all the sights along the way. There is an entire summer between now and kickoff. That leaves an opportunity to plan for some pretty good times... size of pocketbook permitting, of course.http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/indio_rojas/Smilies/SmiliesThumbsupa.gif

[tjbison]

I found from Fargo last night on Frontier $ 439.00 round trip. As always no fare is guaranteed until the ticket is issued.

Is that a flight thru Denver TO Laramie?
I'm trying to get tickets in order, but they only have some airline called Great lakes airlines?? not affiliated with United, Northwest, Delta, Frontier??

I have enough frequent flyer miles on both United and Northwest/Delta for a FREE trip anybody find something else to Laramie?

[Scooter1]

Isn't Frontier Airlines going to have a flight from Fargo to Denver in the near future? I know they were offering dirt cheep flights to start. It might be a good time to get in early and lock in an incredible price.

[roadwarrior]

I haven't made plans yet, but the idea of flying to denver and driving to laramie sounds good to me. Only a single flight to deal with, and a short drive seems to be the norm lately on road trips.

[roadwarrior]

Isn't Frontier Airlines going to have a flight from Fargo to Denver in the near future? I know they were offering dirt cheep flights to start. It might be a good time to get in early and lock in an incredible price.

2 flights per day starting in May.

[SDbison]

Road Trip! 692 miles from my place north of Sioux Falls to War Memorial Stadium in Laramie. According to mapquest its a 10 hr, 11 min drive, but I suppose I could make it in a little over 9 hours.

[Trim]

Isn't Frontier Airlines going to have a flight from Fargo to Denver in the near future? I know they were offering dirt cheep flights to start. It might be a good time to get in early and lock in an incredible price.

I looked when the rumors were heating up and it had something like $225 round trip for leaving Sept 12 and returning Sept 14. Haven't checked in a couple days though.

[Bisonguy]

I looked when the rumors were heating up and it had something like $225 round trip for leaving Sept 12 and returning Sept 14. Haven't checked in a couple days though.
It was $239 last night roundtrip.

I believe they were going to do a $99/one way promotional deal (same as Allegiant), but $239 last night included all taxes.

[imabison]

Is that a flight thru Denver TO Laramie?
I'm trying to get tickets in order, but they only have some airline called Great lakes airlines?? not affiliated with United, Northwest, Delta, Frontier??

I have enough frequent flyer miles on both United and Northwest/Delta for a FREE trip anybody find something else to Laramie?
Oh let see it was on Orbitz from home where I checked.

I think the flights to FAR DEN LAR were on Frontier, but the return from flight from LAR to DEN was Great Lakes Avialtion, and DEN to FAR was on Frontier.

Great Lakes Aviation is a realiable local airline from Denver.

[Bison"FANatic"]

Here is the link to the Mountain West conference board. It looks like it is going to cost Wyoming about 575,000 to make the switch. I guess we will gladly take 275,000 of that.

http://www.mwcboard.com/www/forums/index.php?showtopic=12055&st=20

Here is a quote from one of the posters, I thought this would make lakes and the other "move to FBS now" crowd happy.

"NDSU belongs in the mwc. Though the name ndsu might not make sense. ND is in the north/northwest? The mwc is in the west. NDSU has a baseball team. "

[Trim]

Does anyone know how or when this becomes official? Wyoming will probably announce it first?

[lakesbison]

A . . .freakin, MEN! . . even they see that ndsu should be fbs . . . dam! ok. . fly to denver, golf and rental up to laramie. . . . rite burgandy, bobby? ?

[TCBisonFan]

This is great I can't wait for this game! GO BISON!

[bisongirl]

Frontier service starts in May I believe, so plenty of time for them to get settled in Fargo and for everyone to book their flights!

[bisonhusker]

Lakes, I spoke to Burgundy and Ricky....they said they would "Let you know." Not sure what that was all about.

Sounds like they are booking their flights and taking in the Rockies on Friday night and Sunday afternoon.....and waiting on the Broncos schedule to be posted. Could be a fun weekened. Can't wait.

[aces1180]

Lakes, I spoke to Burgundy and Ricky....they said they would "Let you know." Not sure what that was all about.

Sounds like they are booking their flights and taking in the Rockies on Friday night and Sunday afternoon.....and waiting on the Broncos schedule to be posted. Could be a fun weekened. Can't wait.

The Rockies play that weekend as well against the LA Dodgers.

[MrTitleist]

Wyoming is in a transition year as far as offense. We just lured in Bob Cole, who runs a Florida style of offense, maybe a little less QB running. He coached the offense at Montana in 99 under Glenn. He coached the O at Utah State (in the Kevin Curtis days) under Mick Dennehy. We run a 3-4 defense that's pretty much bad ass. We have damn fine linebackers, and the defense was ranked in the top 10 in the country mid-season last year.. before they fell a part in the second half.

Again, if you plan on going to Laramie, it's much easier to fly to Denver then drive up to Laramie.. quick drive. You'd be on a tiny little puddle jumper from Laramie to Denver that will fill up VERY fast. Someone mentioned Corona Village.. YES! That place is great. War Memorial is a nice, historic stadium, and don't bother packing the stadium with gold, lest you forget, Wyoming is also gold. :)

[Mr. Burgundy]

Flight, golf, Colorado Rockies vs Dodgers, Bison run over a poor Wyo defense, Rockies game, flight.

Easy 3 days.

[TheBisonator]

If I am somehow able to get that scholarship and grant I have been applying for to go through, I will fly to this game. I'll make it a one-day thing, since I don't want to spend the night. Flight early on Sat. morning to Denver, drive to game, tailgate, watch the guys win, eat dinner, drive to Denver, fly back to Fargo late at night. Maybe I'll arrive at Hector at the same time the team arrives to congratulate them.:D

That's only IF I get that scholarship and grant. If I'm in the same financial position in Sept. that I'm in now, it'll be webcast or (pray) TV for me.

[NDSU1980]

One thing that has me mildly concerned is the 7200 ft elevation. I've done a lot of hiking in the Rockies over the years and getting acclimated for a few days is important. Granted, 7200 isn't like 10,000 but that thin air is still noticeable. I hope the trainers don't underestimate this.

[TheBisonator]

One thing that has me mildly concerned is the 7200 ft elevation. I've done a lot of hiking in the Rockies over the years and getting acclimated for a few days is important. Granted, 7200 isn't like 10,000 but that thin air is still noticeable. I hope the trainers don't underestimate this.

I personally don't notice any difference until close to 10,000 feet. I've been out in the Rockies several times, and when I'm in Denver for example, I feel like I'm breathing just fine. I've been to Laramie, and I don't recall having any breathing issues. The upper deck at The War is really steep though, so hang onto the railings if you're up there!!:D

[NDSU1980]

I personally don't notice any difference until close to 10,000 feet. I've been out in the Rockies several times, and when I'm in Denver for example, I feel like I'm breathing just fine. I've been to Laramie, and I don't recall having any breathing issues. The upper deck at The War is really steep though, so hang onto the railings if you're up there!!:D

I guess where I noticed it was the first day or two when we were out hiking. Early hikes were usually around 10 miles with day packs. Those hikes were harder then the later in the week ones that were 14-15 miles. And I'll grant you, 40 years of age isn't like 20.

[bigskybears]

One thing that has me mildly concerned is the 7200 ft elevation. I've done a lot of hiking in the Rockies over the years and getting acclimated for a few days is important. Granted, 7200 isn't like 10,000 but that thin air is still noticeable. I hope the trainers don't underestimate this.

If you guys are going to go hiking in Wyo, I would recomend Medicine-Bow Peaks. They're not far from Laramie. Some of the prettiest landscape you'll ever see.

As for the game itself. Joe will have his guys ready. I don't mean to sound negative but I'll count this one for the Cowboys. I do see it as a close game.

[Bisonguy]

I guess where I noticed it was the first day or two when we were out hiking. Early hikes were usually around 10 miles with day packs. Those hikes were harder then the later in the week ones that were 14-15 miles. And I'll grant you, 40 years of age isn't like 20.

I really didn't notice much difference until I was above 10,000 ft. Above 12,000 I really started to feel like my boots were made of concrete.

Rocky Mountain National Park is probably a little under two hours from Laramie. A summit attempt for Longs Peak (the mountain on the Colorado quarter) might be pushing it for a little late in the season, but there are plenty of other great hikes. The Twin Sisters is a decent little dayhike (about 7.5 miles roundtrip)with a summit elevation of 11,428 (only 2,428 feet of elevation gain) and some great views of Longs Peak.

[onbison09]

The best thing about this is, NEW THREAD TOPICS!!!!!!:nod: Score Predictions, Roehls Rushing yards, Mertens passing, How many people will Humber de-cleet, the possibilities are endless, thanks Gene! We love you man!:cheers: Cowboys better look out I hear a herd of Bison roaming!
GOD WHEN'S GENE GONNA GET THE SCHEDULE DONE!!
Told you guys to just wait. IGWT.

[tjbison]

If you guys are going to go hiking in Wyo, I would recomend Medicine-Bow Peaks. They're not far from Laramie. Some of the prettiest landscape you'll ever see.

As for the game itself. Joe will have his guys ready. I don't mean to sound negative but I'll count this one for the Cowboys. I do see it as a close game.


Thats a surprise! Wyoming isn't the only FBS team to think they are better than us!!, so far the MAC and Big Ten under the belt, nothing wrong with adding the MWC to the list!!

[NDSU1980]

If you guys are going to go hiking in Wyo, I would recomend Medicine-Bow Peaks. They're not far from Laramie. Some of the prettiest landscape you'll ever see.



How does the landscape compare to The Tetons or for that matter, Anaconda or Glacier in Montana? Really, the nicest is Rocky Mountain NP in Colorado, but I've been there a few times already and don't want to go back there.

[WYOBISONMAN]

HOLY SHIT GUYS!!!! I have been out of town......In Washington DC and now in San Francisco......I have not been able to check in and this totally got by me. I am VERY fired up and this will be another NDSU FBS win!! I can't wait to go to Laramie in my GREEN and GOLD. Trust me......WYOBISONMAN will be there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bigskybears]

How does the landscape compare to The Tetons or for that matter, Anaconda or Glacier in Montana? Really, the nicest is Rocky Mountain NP in Colorado, but I've been there a few times already and don't want to go back there.

I live about 45 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. However, it kills me to say this but Wyoming mountains such as the Tetons are much prettier. I only mentiond Medicine-Bow Peak because it's so close to Laramie. I've back-packed in that area, it's great!

[aces1180]

HOLY SHIT GUYS!!!! I have been out of town......In Washington DC and now in San Francisco......I have not been able to check in and this totally got by me. I am VERY fired up and this will be another NDSU FBS win!! I can't wait to go to Laramie in my GREEN and GOLD. Trust me......WYOBISONMAN will be there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Finally, the great WYOBISONMAN responds!!! Looking forward to visiting your neck of the woods.

[bisongirl]

Hopefully we can all plan our trips far enough in advance that we don't have to drop the same amount on a plane ticket that Wyo did last year! :D
Go Bison!

[IowaBisonToo]

I guess where I noticed it was the first day or two when we were out hiking. Early hikes were usually around 10 miles with day packs. Those hikes were harder then the later in the week ones that were 14-15 miles. And I'll grant you, 40 years of age isn't like 20.

The good thing, NDSU1980, is that the older you get, the more your body can handle things like this. That's why it's easier for say a 50 year old to climb Everest than it is for say a 20 year old. Physiologically speaking, you either have more O2 carrying cells or it takes you a shorter amount of time to make those extra O2 carrying cells -- I'd have to go back to my Phys Ecology notes to make sure.

Have to see what the wife says about that one being a 9 hour drive.

[90BISON]

How does the landscape compare to The Tetons or for that matter, Anaconda or Glacier in Montana? Really, the nicest is Rocky Mountain NP in Colorado, but I've been there a few times already and don't want to go back there.

Haven't done much packing in Colorado, but Wyo is tough to beat. Cloud Peak Wilderness is on the way down from ND, just a little West of Rapid City. Did the Grand Tetons about 14 years ago, nothing else like them. I thought the best was the Wind River Range down in the SW corner of Wyo., did that about 2 years ago. It is a huge area and we were there for a week and barely scratched the surface. I am going to work a 2-3 day outing on the way down to the game if I can.:nod: It's all good!

[NDSU1980]

Haven't done much packing in Colorado, but Wyo is tough to beat. Cloud Peak Wilderness is on the way down from ND, just a little West of Rapid City. Did the Grand Tetons about 14 years ago, nothing else like them. I thought the best was the Wind River Range down in the SW corner of Wyo., did that about 2 years ago. It is a huge area and we were there for a week and barely scratched the surface. I am going to work a 2-3 day outing on the way down to the game if I can.:nod: It's all good!

Thanks for the info. One thing that always worries me about wilderness areas is access. That was our problem in Anaconda. Mainly rocky, dirt roads, if you can call them that for 10 miles until you get to the trail head. Also, With Cloud Peak wilderness are we talking trails that can be day hiked, 10 -15 miles? We don't do the overnight on the trail, but rather tent in what ever campground is near by. Thanks for the info.

[90BISON]

Thanks for the info. One thing that always worries me about wilderness areas is access. That was our problem in Anaconda. Mainly rocky, dirt roads, if you can call them that for 10 miles until you get to the trail head. Also, With Cloud Peak wilderness are we talking trails that can be day hiked, 10 -15 miles? We don't do the overnight on the trail, but rather tent in what ever campground is near by. Thanks for the info.

I haven't been to too many wilderness areas that you don't have 5 - 10 miles of washboard covered gravel roads, not 4 wheel drive only though, as probably the majority of people going out would never have access. We always camp in the back country, that's the best part. If I do some on this trip it would be camping in close proximity to the trail head and doing day hikes with light / fanny packs from there so I can get out on the road faster.:nod:

[lakesbison]

Wyo Bison!!

Hell Yea Brother!!

Cant Wait To Tip Beers With You!!

[bigskybears]

Here's a link for some info on Medicine Bow Peak. As I mentioned, it's an easy drive (about 35 miles west) from Laramie.

http://www.trails.com/tcatalog_trail.asp?trailid=HGR082-018

PS - That backpacker in the picture is me. J/K. But that area was my first ever backpacking trip.

[WYOBISONMAN]

Yes Lakes......I may have to take the entire week after the game off.....to let my hangover subside!!!

And........I know the backcountry in a lot of the mountains pretty well. If anyone wants some info.....send me a PM.

[Bison Dan]

Here's a link for some info on Medicine Bow Peak. As I mentioned, it's an easy drive (about 35 miles west) from Laramie.

http://www.trails.com/tcatalog_trail.asp?trailid=HGR082-018

PS - That backpacker in the picture is me. J/K. But that area was my first ever backpacking trip.

Damn ... I thought you were one of the girls in the bikini thread!

[KilldeerBison]

I see the game is posted on the Wyoming website, I don't know how to do a link but it's there! GO BISON!!!

[CaBisonFan]

My God, am I the poorest member of this forum right now?? I don't even have the money to repair my car's right headlight, let alone buy a plane ticket to go ANYWHERE, and here you guys all talk about buying plane tickets everywhere and spending hundreds of dollars on trips... Yeah, I know, I'm an undergrad and I have a crappy-paying job, but man...

Just take about another student loan & the problem is solved. :rofl:

[02Bison]

http://wyomingathletics.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/031208aab.html

[roadwarrior]

If anyone was wondering if its official, I think the Wyoming announcement seals the deal. Now what are we going to talk about?

[MrTitleist]

Haven't done much packing in Colorado, but Wyo is tough to beat. Cloud Peak Wilderness is on the way down from ND, just a little West of Rapid City. Did the Grand Tetons about 14 years ago, nothing else like them. I thought the best was the Wind River Range down in the SW corner of Wyo., did that about 2 years ago. It is a huge area and we were there for a week and barely scratched the surface. I am going to work a 2-3 day outing on the way down to the game if I can.:nod: It's all good!

I think your Wyoming geography is a little off. Cloud Peak wilderness is in north central Wyoming in the Big Horn Mtn. range.. nice country in there (where I grew up), but that'd be going WAY out of the way to go from ND to Laramie. Wind River Range, in west/central Wyoming is also nice, but I'm a bigger fan of Cloud Peak. If you want to see mountains, Tetons are the way to go, but that's no where near Laramie. :)

For quick hikes near Laramie, try the Snowy Range, or even Medicine Bow Range.

[UTH]

If anyone was wondering if its official, I think the Wyoming announcement seals the deal. Now what are we going to talk about?

Oh - you haven't heard the latest yet?

[bisongirl]

I heard directly from Gene today that it is a SIGNED deal.
Book those flights!

[Elephants Dream?]

The Laramie weather in mid September could
be absolutely perfect for tailgating/ballgame.

[90BISON]

I think your Wyoming geography is a little off. Cloud Peak wilderness is in north central Wyoming in the Big Horn Mtn. range.. nice country in there (where I grew up), but that'd be going WAY out of the way to go from ND to Laramie. Wind River Range, in west/central Wyoming is also nice, but I'm a bigger fan of Cloud Peak. If you want to see mountains, Tetons are the way to go, but that's no where near Laramie. :)

For quick hikes near Laramie, try the Snowy Range, or even Medicine Bow Range.

No offense, but 75-100 miles isn't what I consider way out of my way. If you're already driving 11 hours, it's all kind of relative. Have done Cloud about 5 or 6 times over the last 10 years. Thanks for the info on the stuff around Laramie though, may have to check it out.:nod:

[lakesbison]

I spoke with a friend yesterday that wants to take his RV to the Wyoming game.

is anyone else thinkin of this?? or those kickass tailgate bus's??

let me know, I wonder how freakin much that would cost, gas wise.

[UTH]

The Laramie weather in mid September could
be absolutely perfect for tailgating/ballgame.

Absolutely true. I've been in the neighborhood later than mid-September, and it's normally been outright balmy. It didn't even feel like real football weather to me. Life will be good.

[OldBison]

Absolutely true. I've been in the neighborhood later than mid-September, and it's normally been outright balmy. It didn't even feel like real football weather to me. Life will be good.

And at 7000 feet it could be a cheap buzz for old guys like me:nod:

[DenverBison05]

No offense, but 75-100 miles isn't what I consider way out of my way. If you're already driving 11 hours, it's all kind of relative. Have done Cloud about 5 or 6 times over the last 10 years. Thanks for the info on the stuff around Laramie though, may have to check it out.:nod:

Not quite sure what you are trying to consider as the Tetons, but they are easily a 300 mile drive from Laramie. I think you are thinking of the Wind River Range but even they are over 150 mile from Laramie.

[BisManBison]

I'm looking at a road trip. I've cruised to Camp Guernsey several times over the years and it doesn't feel like too bad of a drive. Methinks that Laramie is just over an hour farther down the road. Mapquest puts it at 10 hrs 16 minutes from Bismarck. I think your guess of 9 hours or so is more accurate.

Also, remember all the sights along the way. There is an entire summer between now and kickoff. That leaves an opportunity to plan for some pretty good times... size of pocketbook permitting, of course.http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff311/indio_rojas/Smilies/SmiliesThumbsupa.gif

Stay in touch on the road trip. I've got 6 or 7 interested in going down, perhaps we can get a nice caravan of green and gold out of Bismarck/Mandan.

[90BISON]

Not quite sure what you are trying to consider as the Tetons, but they are easily a 300 mile drive from Laramie. I think you are thinking of the Wind River Range but even they are over 150 mile from Laramie.

Was talking about Cloud Peak Wilderness. I've actually backpacked all 3 places as well as Yellowstone. Around Laramie is probably the only place I haven't been.

[SDbison]

Was talking about Cloud Peak Wilderness. I've actually backpacked all 3 places as well as Yellowstone. Around Laramie is probably the only place I haven't been.
My wife and I hiked around in Cloud Peak wilderness several years ago. We backpacked, camped and fished mountain lakes there for 4 or 5 days after Labor Day about 6 years ago. Will think about doing the same the week before the game with Wyoming. Anyone else interested?

[lakesbison]

i like that idea BISBISON!!!!


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