 Named for the 16th president, Lincoln County offers a diverse landscape from high mountains in the Snake River in the north to the sedimentary hills in the south. It's a popular destination for recreationists with the famous Salt and Graze rivers originating within its borders. Star Valley is a fertile basin in the northern part of the county. Historically it's been a hotbed of dairy activity. Despite a decline in large dairies there are still many small farms and family ranches. The relatively wet moderate climate compared to other areas in western Wyoming lends itself to successful agricultural endeavors. Traveling south over Salt River Pass the Wyoming and Salt River mountain ranges taper into broken hills full of fossilized creatures from the past. Fossil Butte National Monument near Kimmer offers a visitor's center with displays of local collections. While you're in Kimmer check out the first JC penny store opened in 1902. Whether you come for the abundant natural resources or rich history a trip to Lincoln County is well worth your time. For University of Wyoming Extension this is Glenn Owings exploring the nature of Wyoming.