Knitting in Buffalo, Wyoming

DATES & PROGRAMS:

PRICING: $2,200 includes meals, knitting classes, tours, and project yarn. When you register you will pay your $500.00 nonrefundable deposit and we will send and invoice for your remaining balance by January 30 2026.

TO REGISTER:
If we are fully booked, we recommend you sign up on our Wait List & Early Notification form, as we may have cancellations. You can also choose to ensure that you get early notification about this event for the following year.
A $500 per person non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. After registering, book your room directly through the Occidental Hotel. Questions? Contact 

LOCATION: Buffalo, Wyoming

Visit Mountain Meadow Wool Mill to see every step of the operation, play with wool, and choose yarn for your next project.

Tour the historic Brinton Museum where you will learn about the life in the west and cowboy life after enjoying a fabulous lunch.

Experience the Basque culture through museum tour and entertainment by local Basque dancers.

Visit the Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum and learn about early life in Buffalo WY and the Johnson County Cattle Wars.

Visit and shop in interesting downtown shops and galleries.

Take advantage of local walking trails in and around the town, including the Clear Creek Trail, which winds its way from the mountains, right by the Occidental Hotel.

Who makes travel arrangements? You make your own flight arrangements from a major airport near you. Driving may be an option depending on your location.

What airport should I fly into? Depending on where your travel originates, you are most likely going to route through Denver. From there, Fly Sheridan brings you to the closest airport to Buffalo: Sheridan, Wyoming, where we will pick you up. Alternatively, fly into Billings, Montana, Gillette or Casper, WY and rent a car.

What about sharing the cost of a rental car? We’ll connect knitters traveling to Buffalo so that they can consider this option. Once we know who is coming, we can work together to figure out the most cost effective manner of travel. Do I need a car? Not really. Most of our activity is very local and walking will do. If you are bringing a spouse or friend who wants to do some exploring, a car will be helpful. Arrive early or stay late and explore the area.

Trips for Knitters will have vehicles to transport to the Mill (2 miles) and Brinton Museum, and it is hoped that participants with vehicles can assist with transportation for these short distances.

How do I get from Sheridan to Buffalo and back? We’ll pick you up. There are two flights a day into and out of Sheridan, so we’ll have pickups and deliveries at both, if necessary. You can count the antelope on the 30-minute drive.

QUESTIONS? Contact

Bozeman Trail Mittens

We’ll provide the project with two skeins of Cody Sports Weight from Mountain Meadow Wool. You’ll pick colors at the Mill on the first day.

Required Tools

• Please bring size 2 US (3.00mm) needles for working a circular project (9″ or 12″ circular, magic loop, dpns, flexi). Adjust needle size as necessary for your typical gauge.
  • Also needed: stitch markers, stitch holder, cotton yarn scrap, tapestry needle and the usual: gauge, scissors, etc.

Subject to change, especially if we need to work around weather. Below are the primary activities of the day, in addition to enjoying downtown Buffalo, knitting time and workshops, short hikes.

Day 1: Arrive and settle in, hotel history and tour
Day 2: Mountain Meadow Wool Mill, tour and creative time,  Bluegrass Jam in the evening at Occidental Saloon
Day 3: Jim Gatchell Museum; Knitting in Saloon
Day 4: Fort Mckinney
Day 5: Brunch at Sagewood

Day 6: Brinton Museum
Day 7: Mountain Meadow Wool Mill
Day 8: Departure

See the antelope play in meadows when we leave town.

Eat delicious meals in interesting venues throughout town.

Connect with other knitters and enjoy lively conversation, sharing and learning from others.

Most importantly, plan to relax and renew. We’ve selected the Occidental Hotel for its rich history and comfortable spaces. This is a chance to slow down and take advantage of fine Western hospitality.

Health & Fitness: Buffalo WY

The Occidental Hotel has stairs unless you are able to secure one of the ground floor rooms. Buffalo’s main downtown, which you will want to check out in depth, is two blocks long. The museum is one block away. We will stand during the mill tour, at least an hour. Longer walks are optional though even a short hike will enhance your appreciation of the natural beauty of the area. We recommend being able to walk at least a mile. If you doubt your ability to tolerate this amount of walking or time on your feet, please contact us prior to booking the trip to discuss what accommodations are available.

We make every effort to ensure Trips for Knitters are accessible to as many people as possible. Please read the TFK Health & Fitness Tip.

LODGING: Occidental Hotel in Buffalo, Wyoming. Select your room and book directly through the Occidental Hotel (307-684-0451)

PRICING: $2,200 includes meals, knitting classes, tours, and project yarn. When you register you will pay your $500.00 nonrefundable deposit and we will send and invoice for your remaining balance by January 30 2026.

TRAVEL: You make your own flight arrangements; see the Travel tab for more information.

Lodging: After registering, book your room directly through the Occidental Hotel. be sure to tell them you are from Trips For Knitters Group.

Trips for Knitters Cancellation Policy

To secure your place on the trip, a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is required upon booking. The remaining balance for the spring trip should be submitted by February 1, while for the fall trip, the balance is due by May 1.

 **Cancellation** 

We understand that circumstances may change. If you need to cancel your trip after confirming your participation, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible via letter or email. After the final payment has been made, no refund will be issued. We strongly encourage you to secure travel insurance to cover the cost of your trip due to cancellation. Please be aware that the deposit is non-refundable and cannot be returned.

The policy for traveling with a group of knitters on a knitting trip focuses on ensuring that participants can safely and enjoyably engage in the activities planned. So before signing up for the trip please make sure you are able to do the following activities.

One must have the ability to walk one to three miles at a reasonable pace without becoming short of breath, experience cramping or find that this exacerbates a medical condition. It is important for participating in various activities during the trip, such as exploring new locations, visiting local yarn shops, or enjoying scenic walks. 

Many travel destinations may involve stairs, whether in accommodations, venues, or during excursions. Participants should  be able to climb several flights of stairs, as this enhances mobility and independence during the trip. You must also be able to carry luggage you bring up any stair in our accommodation.

While travel can be a rewarding experience, it often comes with considerable mental demands. Make sure you can cope with travel delays, navigating through crowded airports, changes in environment.

We aims to create an enjoyable and enriching experience for all participants. By considering these abilities, the trip can be tailored to foster camaraderie, creativity, and a sense of community among the knitters, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make wonderful memories together.

Please let us know if you have any mobility or medical issues which may affect your ability to fully undertake the event as described. We accept no liability for mobility or medical issues that we are not told about prior to the trip. Advise us of any changes after registering and before the trip takes place.

 Contact us if you have questions about the physical demands of any trip.

If you have any questions or concerns, we’re here to discuss them in confidentiality. We want the best outcome and enjoyment for every participant of Trips for Knitters events.