Relocation to Laramie - help for information (Wheatland: real estate, buying)

[igloo]

We are looking at buying a small ranch 8 miles south of Laramie. I have been in Laramie once changing planes, but that's it. Was in northern Colorado for 10 days in the summer, but not Wyoming for any time. I heard the wind blows quite a bit so I would assume you have blowing snows in the winter. About how many months of winter do you have? How are summers? Are most people fairly accepting of newcomers? Any other info would be appreciated.
By the way, we lived in Nome, Alaska for 6 winters, and now in West Virginia for 6+ years so cold and snow is not anything new for us, but I can do without September through April winters. Thanks.

[MHT]

Originally Posted by tigerfan

We are looking at buying a small ranch 8 miles south of Laramie. I have been in Laramie once changing planes, but that's it. Was in northern Colorado for 10 days in the summer, but not Wyoming for any time. I heard the wind blows quite a bit so I would assume you have blowing snows in the winter. About how many months of winter do you have? How are summers? Are most people fairly accepting of newcomers? Any other info would be appreciated.
By the way, we lived in Nome, Alaska for 6 winters, and now in West Virginia for 6+ years so cold and snow is not anything new for us, but I can do without September through April winters. Thanks.

We have had snow already but it's supposed to be in the mid 60's on Sat. and warmer after that. Summers are wonderful in Laramie - if you don't like it blazing hot. It's usually in the 80's. It does get very cold in the winter and lots of wind. We don't have any longer winter than most other places. It just depends on the year. Winter "usually" starts in Nov. and is over in March. Notice the usually.

[igloo]

Originally Posted by MHT

We have had snow already but it's supposed to be in the mid 60's on Sat. and warmer after that. Summers are wonderful in Laramie - if you don't like it blazing hot. It's usually in the 80's. It does get very cold in the winter and lots of wind. We don't have any longer winter than most other places. It just depends on the year. Winter "usually" starts in Nov. and is over in March. Notice the usually.

Thanks for the info. I did forget to ask one thing. Do you folks have much trouble with water shortages in the state? I know from my friends who live out west that they are concerned with "drying up" since you don't get a lot of rain, etc. I know the melting snow is a great asset, but if wells out on the ranches/farms run dry now and then, it could be an indicator of things getting worse. Since you live in the area, you are well aware of any facts along this line. Thanks.

[MHT]

We are in a severe drought here in Wheatland and have had a few wells go dry but not many. If you are buying a place I would ask for well info. This information is readily available from the state. If you are using a real estate person they can get this for you also. If you are getting it yourself you will need a complete legal description of the area the well is located in.

[igloo]

Originally Posted by MHT

We are in a severe drought here in Wheatland and have had a few wells go dry but not many. If you are buying a place I would ask for well info. This information is readily available from the state. If you are using a real estate person they can get this for you also. If you are getting it yourself you will need a complete legal description of the area the well is located in.

Thanks for the info. Will keep that in mind if we buy property in the Wheatland area which is a definite possibility. If anyone else has information on wells going dry in certain areas, I would appreciate your input.

[MHT]

Originally Posted by igloo

Thanks for the info. Will keep that in mind if we buy property in the Wheatland area which is a definite possibility. If anyone else has information on wells going dry in certain areas, I would appreciate your input.

The wells that have gone dry here in Wheatland have been shallow - under 75 feet deep if that helps at all.

If I can be of any more help please don't hesitate to ask - either on the forum or by private message.

[igloo]

Originally Posted by MHT

The wells that have gone dry here in Wheatland have been shallow - under 75 feet deep if that helps at all.

If I can be of any more help please don't hesitate to ask - either on the forum or by private message.

Thanks for the help. I will keep you in mind for further questions. By the way, do you know anything about the Clark, WY area - snow, friendly people, etc. Thanks.