It also has the fewest people of any state. Its 469,557 residents live mostly in small towns, some located in the mountains and others on the plain. The harmonizing of Wyoming's special characteristics - a rich natural and human history, abundant wildlife, relatively few people have created a culture unique to the state.
Recreational opportunities are varied and extensive.
They include hiking, canoeing, sightseeing, camping, boating, fossil hunting, museum, musical concerts, theatrical performances, shopping and many more. Unlike the rush hour lifestyles prevalent in crowded cities, Wyomingites generally enjoy a little slower, simpler pace, taking more time to appreciate the world around them. Yet they keep in step with the modern world using all the same technology available in more populated areas - email, fax, Internet, satellite communications and others. Wyoming's rural atmosphere contributes to the friendliness of its people. Cultures from around the world are valued and celebrated, both in formal festivities and in everyday life.