 Named after the late Shoshone Chief, Washke County is located in north-central Wyoming. The county is nestled in the Bighorn Basin and is surrounded by mountains on the east, west, and south. There are many amazing features found in Washke County due to its diverse landscape. Majority of the land ownership is comprised of federal and state with the rest being private. Worland is the county seat and serves as the largest town for the area. Officially founded in 1911, the county has a rich history that has seen many changes through time. Boasting many natural resources, Washke County is host to a diversity of agriculture operations. Ranching has been a staple in the area since prior to becoming a county and farming started with the construction of irrigation systems in the early 1900s. Agriculture continues today with sugar beets, corn, beans, and alfalfa as the main crops. Another glimpse of history found in Washke County includes the Colby mammoth site. This historical site is located outside of Worland and holds the remnants of a Clovis mammoth kill from over 10,000 years ago. If traveling along the Bighorn River, you will no doubt pass through Washke County. From the University of Wyoming Extension, I'm Brian Sebade, Exploring the Nature of Wyoming.