The days until the sun and moon do their dramatic dance across Wyoming are lessening but that doesn’t mean economic opportunities are dwindling for Cowboy State residents, according to the agricultural entrepreneurship specialist with University of Wyomin
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LARAMIE – The days until the sun and moon do their dramatic dance across Wyoming are lessening but that doesn’t mean economic opportunities are dwindling for Cowboy State residents, according to the agricultural entrepreneurship specialist with University of Wyoming Extension.
“This is a rare economic opportunity even if you aren’t in the hospitality or tourism industry,” said Cole Ehmke.
The moon will pass directly in front of the sun Monday, Aug. 21, providing a two-minute blackout in a 70-mile wide beltline from Oregon to South Carolina. Ehmke said the crowds provide financial opportunities for anyone in prime viewing territories.
“If you’re in the band of totality or near a travel route, I’d sit everyone down and have a talk about what you or your business could do, then I’d get moving since there isn’t much time left to prepare,” said Ehmke.
Those opportunities could be:
• Providing places to stay prior to Aug. 21, including camper and tent spaces as well as housing.
• Providing places to watch the eclipse for those arriving Aug. 21.
• Providing services to travelers, such as bottled water