WYOMING COMMUNITY PROFILES
CHEYENNE
Cheyenne is at the crossroads of I-80 and I-25, and only 90 minutes north of Denver by I-25. The city is strategically located at major transportation and communication hubs. Cheyenne serves as the northern anchor city of the vibrant Front Range region of the Rocky Mountains. Cheyenne rests on a broad plateau 6,100 feet above sea level. Majestic mountains to the west act as a moisture barrier, lending to the city's semi-arid climate. The city is bathed in sunshine and clear blue skies 327 days a year, and experiences 52 inches of annual snowfall, which quickly melts away in the sun's warm rays.
Vital to economic team building, the local community college offers a range of academic, vocational and technical programs that provide a high-quality work force, including: Custom-tailored employee training, On-site training and professional development, Employee development and leadership training, Professional continuing education, Specialized computer training. Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne has more than 4,500 students. University of Wyoming, Colorado State University, and University of Northern Colorado, with more than 30,000 students are within 45 minutes commuting distances.
The recreational opportunities in and around Cheyenne are endless. The area offers hiking, camping, fishing, golfing, climbing, biking and more. In addition, Cheyenne offers arts, culture, music, theatre and many locations for shopping. Once a year, the city also hosts the world's largest outdoor rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days, the "Daddy of ‘Em All!"
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