April 27, 2023 • 7 mins
Catching Up with Cody
Cody Calendar NOW - where you can get all your info even if this episode has passed!
A calendar from the Chamber of Commerce CLICK HERE
Outdoorsman Banquet Saturday May 6 CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Get ready for a wild ride in Cody, Wyoming, as Ashley Oakley hosts the vibrant Cody Wyoming Podcast. Join her guests as they dive into the heart of this bustling town, where community events and pancake flips take center stage.
New Restaurant BLANCA TATANKA OPEN NOW!!
On this episode, Wendy, the beloved manager of the local Dollar Tree, is a true hero in Cody. She's preparing to whip up mouthwatering pancakes for everyone, and Ashley can't contain her excitement. As they chat, they reveal the secrets behind Cody Wyoming's rise as a top tourist destination, especially during the sizzling summer months. The duo explores the town's growth, new events, and the unyielding support for local businesses, making Cody an even better place to live.
But that's not all! Ashley and Wendy spill the beans on the thrilling happenings in town. With the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park opening soon, Cody is buzzing with activities. From the Dollar Tree's free pancake extravaganza to the Chamber of Commerce's "Parks and Pancakes" event downtown, there's a feast for everyone's appetite. And let's not forget the extended museum hours and the regional soccer tournament boasting a whopping 84 teams.
Meanwhile, firefighters from across the nation converge at the Cody Fire School for intensive training on battling both wildland and structure fires.
Amidst the excitement, Wendy drops some insider tips on the best spots to celebrate the park's opening and the legendary "fire sale weekend."
Cassie's and the Irma are the places to be, with special drink deals to toast to the brave firefighters. Oh, and don't miss Wendy's own Pancake Flip, happening throughout the weekend!
From the inspiring community spirit to the jam-packed calendar of events, Cody, Wyoming is a place where the magic happens.
Join us on the Cody Wyoming Podcast for a look at what's going!
A Full List of Chamber Events can be found HERE!
Cody Calendar NOW - where you can get all your info even if this episode has passed!
A calendar from the Chamber of Commerce CLICK HERE
Outdoorsman Banquet Saturday May 6 CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Get ready for a wild ride in Cody, Wyoming, as Ashley Oakley hosts the vibrant Cody Wyoming Podcast. Join her guests as they dive into the heart of this bustling town, where community events and pancake flips take center stage.
New Restaurant BLANCA TATANKA OPEN NOW!!
On this episode, Wendy, the beloved manager of the local Dollar Tree, is a true hero in Cody. She's preparing to whip up mouthwatering pancakes for everyone, and Ashley can't contain her excitement. As they chat, they reveal the secrets behind Cody Wyoming's rise as a top tourist destination, especially during the sizzling summer months. The duo explores the town's growth, new events, and the unyielding support for local businesses, making Cody an even better place to live.
But that's not all! Ashley and Wendy spill the beans on the thrilling happenings in town. With the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park opening soon, Cody is buzzing with activities. From the Dollar Tree's free pancake extravaganza to the Chamber of Commerce's "Parks and Pancakes" event downtown, there's a feast for everyone's appetite. And let's not forget the extended museum hours and the regional soccer tournament boasting a whopping 84 teams.
Meanwhile, firefighters from across the nation converge at the Cody Fire School for intensive training on battling both wildland and structure fires.
Amidst the excitement, Wendy drops some insider tips on the best spots to celebrate the park's opening and the legendary "fire sale weekend."
Cassie's and the Irma are the places to be, with special drink deals to toast to the brave firefighters. Oh, and don't miss Wendy's own Pancake Flip, happening throughout the weekend!
From the inspiring community spirit to the jam-packed calendar of events, Cody, Wyoming is a place where the magic happens.
Join us on the Cody Wyoming Podcast for a look at what's going!
A Full List of Chamber Events can be found HERE!
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(00:00):
Welcome to the Cody Wyoming Podcast,where we explore the stories, legends,
and characters that have made this remarkableWestern town the number one place to live
in the West. Just fifty milesoutside the east entrance of the world famous
Yellowstone Park, Cody is a placethat embodies the sphirit of the West while
offering all the amenities and conveniences ofa modern day city. From the rich
(00:23):
history of Buffalo Bill and his famousWild West Show to the legendary sharps shooting
skills of Annie Oakley, Cody isa town that captures the imagination of the
people around the world. But Codyis more than just a place of legends.
It's a town filled with contemporary characters, businesses, and events that make
it truly a unique place to callhome. Join us as we explore the
(00:46):
stories of the past and present,bringing together local historians, business owners,
cowboys, wild West extraordinaires, andcitizens to offer a comprehensive and sophisticated account
of life in this exceptional Western town. From the breathtaking natural beauty of the
surrounding wilderness to the vibrant cultural eventsthat take place throughout the year. The
(01:07):
Cody Wyoming podcast is your guide toall things that make Cody Wyoming truly special.
And now here's your host. Welcometo the Cody Wyoming Podcast. This
is Annie Oakley's sister Ashley, andwe are live with Wendy. Wendy is
a town hero because this Saturday she'smaking pancakes for people, or is it
(01:29):
next Saturday, next Saturday? Gosh, well, regardless, Wendy's magical.
And every week we're gonna have catchingup with Cody and Wendy's going to come
on live and tell us all aboutwhat's going on in the town. Because
Wendy is my favorite person that Iprobably see more times than I should every
week. She is the manager atthe Dollar Tree. Welcome to the podcast,
Wendy, Thank you. Cody Wyomingseems to be where everyone needs to
(01:53):
go in the summer. Cody Wyomingis the tourist place in the summer because
we have so many things going on. We are the hub for Yellowstone.
We are the East Entrance and thatopens on the fifth of May, so
our East Entrance would be wide open, the museum will be wide open.
Our rodeo starts at first of June, so we're gonna have a lot of
(02:15):
activities going on in Cody. Yeah, what's specifically going on this weekend Cody?
Today is the twenty seventh of April. Today's the twenty seventh of April.
Our big things start next weekend.Next weekend, which would be May
fifth and sixth and seventh. Wehave at the Dollar Tree, we have
free pancakes with every purchase from eightuntil eleven in the morning. It's amazing.
(02:38):
I heard you're making those. Iwill be standing out by the front
door flipping pancakes. So if yousee you, lady and a chef jacket
flipping pancakes at the Dollar Tree,you come on in and buy something,
We'll make you pancakes. That's totallyfor free. Yellowstone Park will open at
eight am on the morning of thefifth. Do we have a celebration a
ribbon cutting? No, every year. The gates open at that time.
(03:00):
The Chamber of Commerce will be doingwhat they call parks and pancakes downtown on
that day. The museum will extendtheir hours after six pm. We have
a regional soccer tournament with eighty fourteams. We have Cody Fire School,
which trains firefighters from across the nationon wildland and structure fire fighting. That
(03:23):
entire weekend, we have a statetrack meet, so we have a lot
of things going on that weekend.That's so exciting. So that's the fifth
and sixth, right, it andsix that we all call that the kickoff
to tourist season, the kickoff totourist season because there are so many things
going on. Okay, that's exciting, So how can what's the address to
the Dollar The Dollar Tree is atfive to twenty three West Yellowstone on your
(03:44):
way to Yellowstone Park. It's betweenErrands and Bubba's. Okay, perfect.
Bubbas is the barbecue and Errans isthe furniture rental. Yep, yeah,
okay, Wendy. So what happensthe week after that? The week after
that will be Mother's Day. There'sa lot of things going on from Mother's
Day weekend too. I know thatall of the florists will be doing big
blowout sales. We're going to haveblowout sales plus a holiday gift consultant,
(04:09):
so then you're not stuck just buyingyour mom a flower for Mother's Day.
We are going to have a giftconsultant there, so you can buy your
mom just about anything. We havegift boxes. Wait, so the Dollar
Tree is going to have a giftconsultant. Yes, Oh, I love
this. We will have a seatedgift consultant to help you pick out gifts
for your mom. You can spendfive dollars and get your mom a whole
(04:31):
bunch of items instead of spending thirtydollars to get or one flower. That's
a beautiful idea. I love.We try to help out people because why
not? Yeah, why not?You are one of the best funnest managers
I've ever met. I thought youowned the store, which is fun,
but I guess it's a corporate entity. What feels like I own it because
I'm there between seventy eight and eightytwo hours a week. Whoa Wendy?
(04:53):
So that's why everyone knows you.Okay, this is catching up with Cody
and we've had Wendy on today.So make sure that you know that the
fifth and sixth the park opens.So is there going to be Is there
a ceremony for that? I don't. We just all celebrate in town.
Okay, everybody in town celebrates.We don't really have a ceremony, but
(05:13):
everybody is hip hippa ray and readyto go and we're all excited for it,
so we all celebrate you. I'veheard some people call it the fire
sale weekend because the firefighters are here. Yes, don't drive after dark because
the all of the drinking establishments.We'll be having celebrations for the firefighters when
they get out of fire school becausethey are all adults, and there will
(05:38):
be a lot of adult beverages consumedthat weekend. Okay, so if you're
like adult beverages and Cody that weekend, actually every weekend, we have a
lot. I know that Cassie's inthe IRMA are going to do some spectacular
drink specials, so there's all thattoo. Yeah, why not have fun?
Yes, Wendy, thanks for beingon today, and we will catch
(05:59):
up with you next week. Oncatching up with Cody, we'll find out
what adventures do you have and makesure you go visit Wendy at the Pancake
Flip on Saturday the fifth and sixand six to allot of eight. Yeah,
perfect, Okay, thanks Wendy forbeing on. Thank you, you're
welcome. And remember this is AshleyOakley, Annie Oakley's blast sister, and
we are on the Cody Wyoming Podcastand that was catching up with Cody with
(06:23):
Wendy from Cody, Wyoming. Thanksfor listening to the Cody Wyoming Podcast.
If you enjoyed this episode, pleasego like and share this with your friends,
and remember you can always email Helloat Cody Wyoming podcast dot com to
be on the show or find outabout advertising. Thanks and have a great
day. This episode of Cody WyomingPodcast is brought to you by Pretty Buffalo
(06:46):
Boutique on Sheridan Avenue in Cody,Wyoming, the perfect boots and outfit for
the rodeo and for all of yourWestern adventures. Go see them today and
let them know that the Cody WyomingPodcast sent you, and you'll get a
free gift with any purchase.
Welcome to the Cody Wyoming Podcast,where we explore the stories, legends,
and characters that have made this remarkableWestern town the number one place to live
in the West. Just fifty milesoutside the east entrance of the world famous
Yellowstone Park, Cody is a placethat embodies the sphirit of the West while
offering all the amenities and conveniences ofa modern day city. From the rich
(00:23):
history of Buffalo Bill and his famousWild West Show to the legendary sharps shooting
skills of Annie Oakley, Cody isa town that captures the imagination of the
people around the world. But Codyis more than just a place of legends.
It's a town filled with contemporary characters, businesses, and events that make
it truly a unique place to callhome. Join us as we explore the
(00:46):
stories of the past and present,bringing together local historians, business owners,
cowboys, wild West extraordinaires, andcitizens to offer a comprehensive and sophisticated account
of life in this exceptional Western town. From the breathtaking natural beauty of the
surrounding wilderness to the vibrant cultural eventsthat take place throughout the year. The
(01:07):
Cody Wyoming podcast is your guide toall things that make Cody Wyoming truly special.
And now here's your host. Welcometo the Cody Wyoming Podcast. This
is Annie Oakley's sister Ashley, andwe are live with Wendy. Wendy is
a town hero because this Saturday she'smaking pancakes for people, or is it
(01:29):
next Saturday, next Saturday? Gosh, well, regardless, Wendy's magical.
And every week we're gonna have catchingup with Cody and Wendy's going to come
on live and tell us all aboutwhat's going on in the town. Because
Wendy is my favorite person that Iprobably see more times than I should every
week. She is the manager atthe Dollar Tree. Welcome to the podcast,
Wendy, Thank you. Cody Wyomingseems to be where everyone needs to
(01:53):
go in the summer. Cody Wyomingis the tourist place in the summer because
we have so many things going on. We are the hub for Yellowstone.
We are the East Entrance and thatopens on the fifth of May, so
our East Entrance would be wide open, the museum will be wide open.
Our rodeo starts at first of June, so we're gonna have a lot of
(02:15):
activities going on in Cody. Yeah, what's specifically going on this weekend Cody?
Today is the twenty seventh of April. Today's the twenty seventh of April.
Our big things start next weekend.Next weekend, which would be May
fifth and sixth and seventh. Wehave at the Dollar Tree, we have
free pancakes with every purchase from eightuntil eleven in the morning. It's amazing.
(02:38):
I heard you're making those. Iwill be standing out by the front
door flipping pancakes. So if yousee you, lady and a chef jacket
flipping pancakes at the Dollar Tree,you come on in and buy something,
We'll make you pancakes. That's totallyfor free. Yellowstone Park will open at
eight am on the morning of thefifth. Do we have a celebration a
ribbon cutting? No, every year. The gates open at that time.
(03:00):
The Chamber of Commerce will be doingwhat they call parks and pancakes downtown on
that day. The museum will extendtheir hours after six pm. We have
a regional soccer tournament with eighty fourteams. We have Cody Fire School,
which trains firefighters from across the nationon wildland and structure fire fighting. That
(03:23):
entire weekend, we have a statetrack meet, so we have a lot
of things going on that weekend.That's so exciting. So that's the fifth
and sixth, right, it andsix that we all call that the kickoff
to tourist season, the kickoff totourist season because there are so many things
going on. Okay, that's exciting, So how can what's the address to
the Dollar The Dollar Tree is atfive to twenty three West Yellowstone on your
(03:44):
way to Yellowstone Park. It's betweenErrands and Bubba's. Okay, perfect.
Bubbas is the barbecue and Errans isthe furniture rental. Yep, yeah,
okay, Wendy. So what happensthe week after that? The week after
that will be Mother's Day. There'sa lot of things going on from Mother's
Day weekend too. I know thatall of the florists will be doing big
blowout sales. We're going to haveblowout sales plus a holiday gift consultant,
(04:09):
so then you're not stuck just buyingyour mom a flower for Mother's Day.
We are going to have a giftconsultant there, so you can buy your
mom just about anything. We havegift boxes. Wait, so the Dollar
Tree is going to have a giftconsultant. Yes, Oh, I love
this. We will have a seatedgift consultant to help you pick out gifts
for your mom. You can spendfive dollars and get your mom a whole
(04:31):
bunch of items instead of spending thirtydollars to get or one flower. That's
a beautiful idea. I love.We try to help out people because why
not? Yeah, why not?You are one of the best funnest managers
I've ever met. I thought youowned the store, which is fun,
but I guess it's a corporate entity. What feels like I own it because
I'm there between seventy eight and eightytwo hours a week. Whoa Wendy?
(04:53):
So that's why everyone knows you.Okay, this is catching up with Cody
and we've had Wendy on today.So make sure that you know that the
fifth and sixth the park opens.So is there going to be Is there
a ceremony for that? I don't. We just all celebrate in town.
Okay, everybody in town celebrates.We don't really have a ceremony, but
(05:13):
everybody is hip hippa ray and readyto go and we're all excited for it,
so we all celebrate you. I'veheard some people call it the fire
sale weekend because the firefighters are here. Yes, don't drive after dark because
the all of the drinking establishments.We'll be having celebrations for the firefighters when
they get out of fire school becausethey are all adults, and there will
(05:38):
be a lot of adult beverages consumedthat weekend. Okay, so if you're
like adult beverages and Cody that weekend, actually every weekend, we have a
lot. I know that Cassie's inthe IRMA are going to do some spectacular
drink specials, so there's all thattoo. Yeah, why not have fun?
Yes, Wendy, thanks for beingon today, and we will catch
(05:59):
up with you next week. Oncatching up with Cody, we'll find out
what adventures do you have and makesure you go visit Wendy at the Pancake
Flip on Saturday the fifth and sixand six to allot of eight. Yeah,
perfect, Okay, thanks Wendy forbeing on. Thank you, you're
welcome. And remember this is AshleyOakley, Annie Oakley's blast sister, and
we are on the Cody Wyoming Podcastand that was catching up with Cody with
(06:23):
Wendy from Cody, Wyoming. Thanksfor listening to the Cody Wyoming Podcast.
If you enjoyed this episode, pleasego like and share this with your friends,
and remember you can always email Helloat Cody Wyoming podcast dot com to
be on the show or find outabout advertising. Thanks and have a great
day. This episode of Cody WyomingPodcast is brought to you by Pretty Buffalo
(06:46):
Boutique on Sheridan Avenue in Cody,Wyoming, the perfect boots and outfit for
the rodeo and for all of yourWestern adventures. Go see them today and
let them know that the Cody WyomingPodcast sent you, and you'll get a
free gift with any purchase.
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