July is a busy month but as previously stated in my blog, Jamie and I decided to slow down long enough to enjoy the Fourth of July with my parents.
We are camping at Devils Tower KOA and loving every minute of it.
Today is a day of celebration for Americans across the country and if you’re in a big city, small town, or national park I bet pride in the USA is heartfelt this July 4th.
Devils Tower is located in the northeast corner of Wyoming in Crook County. Crook County covers 2,871 square miles of pristine landscape and has approximately 6,000 residents. There are no big city lights, theme parks or fancy theater shows.
The values of community, honesty, and friendship still exist here and were demonstrated during the annual Devils Tower Fourth of July bash held at the KOA.
At 6 p.m. we made our way to the free BBQ that is open to the public. While visiting with locals and travelers alike, talk of a fireworks show started to spread. Come to find out, the KOA not only hosts a free BBQ but also leads the charge for an over-the-top fireworks display held annually at 10 p.m. on Independence Day.
We are camping at Devils Tower KOA and loving every minute of it.
Today is a day of celebration for Americans across the country and if you’re in a big city, small town, or national park I bet pride in the USA is heartfelt this July 4th.
Devils Tower is located in the northeast corner of Wyoming in Crook County. Crook County covers 2,871 square miles of pristine landscape and has approximately 6,000 residents. There are no big city lights, theme parks or fancy theater shows.
The values of community, honesty, and friendship still exist here and were demonstrated during the annual Devils Tower Fourth of July bash held at the KOA.
At 6 p.m. we made our way to the free BBQ that is open to the public. While visiting with locals and travelers alike, talk of a fireworks show started to spread. Come to find out, the KOA not only hosts a free BBQ but also leads the charge for an over-the-top fireworks display held annually at 10 p.m. on Independence Day.
After eating we decided to walk into the national monument and try our luck photographing the tower at sunset. It’s a sight that everyone needs to experience. There is something about the tower that is inspiring and creates a feeling that is impossible to duplicate.When night fell we made our way back to the camper and got ready for the fireworks show. We weren’t alone. You can imagine when entertainment is to be had in Crook County, people turn out.
I can’t say I did an official head count tonight but I can say with certainty the large majority of Crook County’s residents were lined up along the road waiting on the show. Cars were parked for miles along the roadsides, lawn chairs lined the ditches, kids squirmed in their parent’s laps, and many hearts were grateful to call America home.
The fireworks were so powerful campers shook, kids screamed with excitement and dogs ran wild. It was quite the display and just goes to show, you don’t have to live in the big city to have a big time.
Stay tuned as tomorrow I will try to conquer the tower with Frank Sanders of Devils Tower Climbing.
Forever West,
Jeremy
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