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Cody Chamber E-Newsletter - May 6, 2016
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Yellowstone National Park - and the start of our Summer 2016 season!
It serves as a reminder that we are the first impression for so many visitors to Cody. A simple welcome and a friendly suggestion to enhance their stay can go far in leaving a lasting, positive impact on travelers to our community. Last year 526,982 visitors entered Yellowstone National Park through the East Entrance. From a 2015 report by Dean Runyan Associates for the State of Wyoming, travelers spent $391.1 million in Park County in 2014. WOW!
This year looks to be another record breaking year for visitors to Yellowstone National Park. The National Park Service is celebrating its Centennial Anniversary and is asking all travelers to please pack their patience when packing for their trip to Yellowstone. The East Entrance opens today, May 6 at 8am. We're excited and we're ready to greet visitors and help our members as best as we can. Please don't forget to bring new rack cards for display in the Visitor Center so we can better help travelers spend their time(and dollars) in our great town. On behalf of the Chamber and Visitor Center staff we're wishing everyone a fun and successful season!
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National Parks Day - May 16.
Invitations for our upcoming 65th annual National Parks Day activities were mailed out last week.
Sunday, May 15
Cocktail reception & hors d'oeuvres at Buffalo Bill Center of the West, 5 to 6:30pm. This evening event is sponsored by Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Wells Fargo Bank and Sunlight Sports.
$15 per person, reservations required.
Sunday, May 15
National Parks Adventure screening of short film at Cody Theatre, 6:45-7:30pm.
$6 per person. Monday, May 16
Luncheon at the Cody Auditorium, noon. Guest speakers: Dan Wenk, Superintendent Yellowstone National Park and David Vela, Superintendent Grand Teton National Park.
$16 per person, reservations required. Cody Club cards are NOT VALID on this day. Please RSVP directly to Kami Crump, pctc2@codychamber.org by Monday, May 9 with your payment.
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2016 Cody Chamber
Board of Directors
James Blair
President
Holiday Inn - Blair Hotels
Mark Westerling
Vice President
Wells Fargo Bank, NA
Theresa Donley
Secretary
Donley Team - Western Real Estate
Leslie Slater-Wilson
Treasurer
Traces of Light
Krystal Baum
Rand Creek Ranch
Paul Brock
Cody Firearms Experience
*Buffalo Bill Art Show
Nancy Tia Brown
Mayor, City of Cody
Keven Buss
SBW & Associates, P.C.
Mike Darby
Buffalo Bill Antler's Inn
*Cody Stampede
Jordan Jolley
Sports HQ
James Klessens
Forward Cody
Ashley McCarten
Pinnacle Bank
Jennifer Rosencranse Roger's Sports Center
Ashley Trudo
West Park Hospital
*Ambassadors
Scott Wagner
Past President
Buffalo Jump Winery
Brett Whitlock
Whitlock Motors
Tom Wilder
Eastgate Liquors
*Committee's
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Upcoming Events
May 6
Best of the Rockies events, horse auction at 3pm.
May 7
12 annual Home & Garden expo in Powell, WY, 9am-3pm.
Best of the Rockies events, horse auction at 1pm.
Swing into Spring, wine & food pairing at The Terrace, 5:30pm.
May 8
Mother's Day buffet at QT's restaurant, 11am-3pm.
May 11
4th annual Spring into Yellowstone (through Sunday the 15th)
Assess your stress, at Park Co. Library in the Grizzly room, 9am-4pm.
Masterpieces of Ballet II, at the Wynona Thompson auditorium, 7pm.
May 13
Cody Outdoor Show (also on Saturday) at the Riley Arena.
Rocky Mtn Dance Theatre spring production, at the Wynona Thompson auditorium, 7pm.
May 14
Cody Medical Foundation's cutthroat classic at Monster Lake Ranch, 10am - 5pm.
Rocky Mtn Dance Theatre spring production, at the Wynona Thompson auditorium, 7pm.
May 21
Roller derby bout at Riley Arena, 7pm.
May 26
Lunch & Learn: topic, pediatrics, at West Park Hospital in the Pitchfork room, Noon to 1pm.
May 30
Memorial day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Cody, 1:30pm.
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Upcoming Cody Club
Presentations
Cody Club will now be twice a month, on the first & third Monday of the month (excepting holidays). The lunch price has also changed to $15 per person. May 16 National Parks Day (Cody Club tickets not valid this day) June 6 Boom & Bust oil industry cycle Watch your e-mail for further Cody Club Announcements!
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Is it snowing? Is it busy or quiet? See it all on the Webcam!
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Newsletter Advertising
Advertise in our newsletter for only $75 per ad per issue. Reach over 700 email addresses! Only Chamber Members can publish ads in our newsletter.
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Vendor space?
Every year the Chamber of Commerce is contacted by businesses interested in renting space during the summer season. If you have an interest in reaching these individuals please contact the Chamber of Commerce and provide us with a description of the space you might have available. They would have to get the necessary permits from the City to do business in our town.
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Get social with us:
 
Feel free to contact us
with any questions at:
307- 587- 2777
Our Mission:
The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce, the community's "front porch", represents the interests of its members and the entire business community, extends exceptional western hospitality and promotes an unparalleled visitor experience.
We're here to help you!
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New members to welcome!
We specialize in preserving family memories for future generations, photography scanning & archival photographic supplies.
PO Box 2196, Cody, WY. 307-899-0451
We are a family owned and operated business with 10+ years of experience. We service Northern Wyoming and Southern Montana. McG's Roofing is committed to delivering the highest standard of roofing at the most fair price. 97 Sunburst Drive, (307) 586-1885.
The Red Horse Gallery19th & 20th century fine art, specializing in the old masters of the west. Also vintage western memorabilia. 1241 Sheridan Avenue, (307) 250-1587.
Experience YellowstoneExperience Yellowstone offers informative guided natural history tours departing daily from Cody. These exciting tours emphasize nature photography, ecology, wildlife viewing, and geology. Individuals, couples, families, and friends are welcome. Tours run 6am to 6pm May through October. (307) 272-6671
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Cody Trolley Recommend Cody Tours!
Hiring seasonal staff? Be sure they know about Cody and the local attractions! Climb aboard the Cody trolley for a FREE, fun, fact-filled, three-hour tour that stops at major Cody attractions. You and your employees will learn the answers to the most frequently asked tourist questions. Customer service tips provided!
Everyone should be able to "Recommend Cody" to keep visitors in town longer. On-site presentations by managers of: Buffalo Bill Center of the West
Cody Trolley Tours
Old Trail Town
Cody Nite Rodeo
Cody Firearms Experience
Hidden Treasure Charters
Buffalo Bill Dam
Cody Murals
Dan Miller Show
Dug up Gun Museum
Cody Visitor Center
Cody Cattle Company
(on board presenters: Dude Ranchers) Three Tours have very limited seating available:
May 17 (Tuesday), 2pm to 4:30pm tour.
May 18 (Wednesday), choose from 10am to 12:30pm tour, or 2pm to 4:30pm tour. Seating is limited, reservations are required. Call the Chamber today to reserve your seat 587-2777. Tours sponsored by the Cody Chamber & Cody Trolley Tours
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The 4th annual Spring into Yellowstone event is coming up next week, May 11 - 15, 2016! Spring into Yellowstone, an annual event based in Cody, Wyoming, and produced by a diverse group of partners, showcases the wildlife, landscapes, and ecology of the Greater Yellowstone Region. The event educates and engages residents and visitors, encourages wildlife conservation and land stewardship, and promotes tourism. Registration for tours is now open! This year you'll be booking your experiences online!
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Medical Minute - West Park Hospital.
What types of recreational activities can cause hearing loss?
Anyone who's left a concert with ringing ears knows all too well: Loud music can affect your hearing. But a new study shows that wearing earplugs during a concert can prevent that temporary hearing loss.
This is great news, since hearing loss is on the rise. The U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that the number of adolescents with hearing loss has jumped by more than 30 percent since 1988.
Researchers point to recreational noise-like concerts-as part of the problem. The sound at these venues often reaches levels known to cause hearing loss.
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Still looking for a few good helpers!
VISITOR CENTER CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE AND CONCIERGE FOR THE BUFFALO BILL ART SHOW AND SALE
The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce is looking for part-time and full-time seasonal Visitor Center Customer Service Representatives to work from May 1 through September 30 as well as Concierges for the Buffalo Bill Art Show and Sale to work from mid-June through late September. Please identify position of interest, and send a short letter and resume to Visitor Services Manager, Cody Country Chamber of Commerce, 836 Sheridan Avenue, Cody, WY 82414 or email cody@codychamber.org. The application deadlines are May 27.
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Survey - Park Co. Transportation Study.
This is the second and final part to the Park County Transportation Study. This is most relevant to potential ridership (i.e., the employees of our business members).
For the purposes of this survey mobility is defined as the ability to move from one place to another.
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Cody Bucks - Now offering a $50 option!
Need a gift for an employee or that person in your life that is hard to shop for? Consider getting them Cody Bucks! They work like a pre-paid check and are valid at any local Cody business.
Cody Bucks are only available in denominations of $10, $20 or $50.
Due to our processing rules, please allow a minimum process time of 24 hours for orders over $500 and 48 hours for orders over $1000. If you know you'll need a large order, please call well in advance!
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Visitor Center Brochures!
If you display brochures or business cards in the Visitor Center, please make sure to drop off a large supply to us for the busy summer season! Thank you!
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Live After 5.
We're booking Live After 5 & Morning Mingle events for 2016! All dates are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis, but businesses are welcome to join our waiting list. If you'd like to host one, let us know! Contact Liz (admin@codychamber.org) to book your event today! Open Live After 5 2016 dates:
May 19, August 18, November 17, December 15
Currently booked Live After 5 2016 dates: Big Horn Basin Farmers Market, Thursday, June 16, 2016
Beartooth Floral, Thursday, July 21, 2016 West Park Hospital, Thursday, September 15, 2016
Holiday Inn, Thursday, October 20, 2016
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Thank you for your renewals!
Thank you all for your continued memberships with us! This year we have decided to do something a little different, instead of membership postcards to insert into your plaques, we are mailing out membership stickers. These can be affixed to your business windows or doors. Should you require, or prefer a postcard for your plaque, please let us know, we can print those as requested, but please note there may be additional wait time. We are mailing out these stickers as renewals come in, so keep your eyes open for yours!
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Newsletter Advertising
Advertise in our newsletter for only $75 per ad per issue. Reach over 800 email addresses! Only Chamber Members can publish ads in our newsletter.
Newsletters are published bi-weekly on Fridays (with rare exceptions due to holidays). Ads need to be submitted no later than three days prior to publication. For example, the newsletter comes out on Friday the 20th, submissions need to be in by Tuesday the 17th. Ads may be placed in either the first or second issue of the month at the Editor's discretion due to space, unless specified as to which issue you want the ad placed. If you want to place a graphic based ad, please design your ad as follows: Main column ads should be no larger than 500 pixels wide x 600 pixels long. Side column ads should be no larger than 300 pixels wide by 800 pixels long. Be sure they're web ready, ie at 72 dpi resolution and in jpeg format. If you want to place a text based ad, just email the exact ad details of what you want to advertise. If you have a logo or small photo you want placed with a text ad, be sure to send that along too. Logos/photos must be no wider than 500 pixels, 72 dpi resolution, jpeg format. Email questions or ads to admin@codychamber.org
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