Nature lovers usually can't sit still for long, and that's why the Platte River Parkway Trail is so appealing for many people who live in Casper. This trail system runs approximately ten miles in length, east to west through the Casper community, connecting many parks and recreation areas. The trail is popular with walkers, runners and folks out to enjoy a day of outdoor recreational activities on land or on the river. There's also plenty of wildlife to view from either the trail or the lakeside.
Both the Casper Symphony Orchestra and the Casper College Theatre Department make the Gertrude Krampert Theatre their home base. Aside from delivering consistently impressive musical and dramatic performances, the entertainment venue also hosts various seasonal productions as well as performances from various regional and national artists.
There's dinner and then there's dinner at Botticelli Ristorante Italiano that will make for a truly romantic date. The two of you can talk about anything and everything without the usual everyday distractions. Not only does the menu feature some of Botticelli's signature Italian and Mediterranean dishes but you can also make your selection from the excellent wine list. Without a doubt, Botticelli Ristorante Italiano provides an unmatched intimate atmosphere that makes it the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dinner.
Foster the spirit of creativity in your kids when you bring them to the Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center. Not only will they get to see some of the world's most iconic artwork by such renowned artists as Andy Warhol, they will also view Western-themed and contemporary work from regional, national and international artists. And if all that art moves your kids to want to create something of their own, there are several hands-on exhibits and attractions that await them in the discovery center.