CCT Stops in Lander, Dubois and Riverton

Saturday, November 13, 2010 - The journey of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree continues! Temperatures were a little warmer today as we visited Lander, Dubois and Riverton. As we wind our way from town to town, it is amazing to see the Tree make its way through so much of our beautiful state. Check out this photos of the Tree as we made our way from Lander to Dubois.

First up, we headed to the town of Lander where hundreds of citizens were waiting to see their Tree. With warmer weather and such nice folks, our stop in Lander was the perfect way to start our day!

The town of Lander celebrates the Tree!

Having the opportunity to talk to so many Wyomingites about what the Tree means to them has been truly inspiring. James Williams from Lander talks about what the Tree means to him.

When we set up to leave Lander, we encountered our first small hiccup when the brakes were locked on the semi carrying the Tree. Adapt-and-overcome being the non-official motto of the 2010 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, the team quickly switched out the trucks so the Tree could continue onto Dubois. A short time later, the problem was fixed and we were all heading down the highway to our next stop. 

Team Tree works to get the Tree moving onwards to Dubois.

Once we were back in action, it was on the road to Dubois. We all continue  to be amazed by the fun and unique ways different communities choose to celebrate the Tree. In Dubois, the Tree was escorted into the town by a team of horses from Triangle C Ranch. A fitting to way for the first Tree from the Cowboy State to makes its way into the community!

After grabbing some lunch at Nostalgia Bistro in Dubois, Team Tree decided to take a group photo before heading out. Below is a photo of the whole team including folks from Bridger-Teton National Forest, the Grand Teton Association and local and state law enforcement.

Day 4 of the trip and everybody still likes each other. A good start.

Our last stop of the day was in Riverton where a huge crowd awaited our arrival. More than 1,000 people were at the Riverton Airport waiting to see the Tree. After a special presentation and singing from Riverton school children, residents of the area got their chance to see the Tree and sign the banner.

After the celebration, Team Tree were invited to a wonderful reception hosted by one of our team members family - Josh Sorenson. We all had a great time and were able to unwind and refuel for the next day. We also of course were able to lift a photo of young Josh and post it on this blog for all to see.

Before he was in charge of logistics for the Capitol Christmas Tree, Josh Sorenson.

Should this be the last blog posting, you all will know why.

Thank you Soresnson family!