 Crick County was organized in 1885, five years before Wyoming became a state. It originally included Campbell and Weston counties. Today, it is much smaller an area and is host to around 7,000 people. The county is host to the nation's first national monument, Devil's Tower. Another notable spot in the county is the Vore Buffalo Jump. This archaeological site is a glimpse into the past when Native American tribes called this area home. The county namesake, Brigadier General George Crook, led several campaigns against the tribes, eventually leading to surrender and relocation to reservations. With 18 to 20 inches of annual precipitation in many areas, it is no wonder that ranching and farming have been successful since the area was first settled. In fact, Moorcroft was the largest cattle shipping point in the U.S. in the 1890s. Cattle were replaced by sheep industry at the turn of the last century. Present-day industries of the area include farming, ranching, oil, gas, and timber. Timber has always been a staple industry in the county. Today, the area produces approximately 58% of Wyoming's timber. There are many reasons to visit Crick County for recreational opportunities or to see Devil's Tower or other historic sites like the Vore Buffalo Jump. From the University of Wyoming Extension, I'm Brian Sebade, exploring the nature of Wyoming.