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I used Google Gemini to make this comic strip based on my comic idea with a few changes. (I am too busy making mazes to make all of the illustrations needed). Come back each Wednesday for a new comic strip. All comic strips will be housed in this archive.
Doyoumaze Comic Strip #31 - Mole
He should have filled in the whole instead of having the drink, but then this comic would make no sense. Thanks mole !
Issue #136 in my comic book cover collection features the maze of a Bengal Tiger and is titled By My Tail. After doing 8 straight bird comics I ended with an Oriole last week. But it is the start of football season and it got me thinking. So the next 3 weeks the animals will have a football theme to them.
My comic book cover mazes are archived by year:
Comic Book Cover Mazes - Year 1 (Issues #1 - 53)
Maze of the Week #240 features the fountain statue Merlion located in Singapore. The statue is the head of a lion and the body of a fish (very appropriate for a website that features mazes and labyrinths and is familiar with the minotaur). The statue was completed in 1972. I publish this maze today to help commemorate the Proclamation of Singapore that happened on 9 August 1965.
Here is a video all about the Merlion:
I visited Singapore and saw this fountain but did not take a picture of it. I did visit some nearby labyrinths and mazes however: Visiting a Labyrinth and some Mazes in Singapore
The maze: I went full color and used the brickwork underneath the fountain to start the maze, then moved into the waves and scales.
Download is available on the home page. Happy Maze-ing !
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There are not many labyrinths in Wyoming (less than 20). But the ones available are still very nice and meditative. I have selected 5 that are accessible to the public from around the state and worth a visit. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.
Before we get to my recommendations for Wyoming I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Wyoming answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Wyoming:
Here is how Wyoming compares to the USA. Despite ranking 46th in the US with only 17 labyrinths Wyoming ranks 6th in per capita labyrinths. The average labyrinth size is above average at 46.2 feet in diameter, ranking 16th in the US.
Wyoming Labyrinth Questions answered:
What is the largest labyrinth in Wyoming ? The largest labyrinth in Wyoming is the The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Labyrinth located in Cheyenne with a 68 foot diameter. It is my recommendation #1 below.
What city has the most labyrinths in Wyoming ? The city with the most labyrinths in Wyoming is Casper with 3.
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
1. The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Labyrinth
The photo is courtesy of the Cheyenne Botanical Garden.
This 7 circuit labyrinth, made from bricks/pavers, is located on the grounds of the botanic gardens. Learn more about the labyrinth on the website and plan your trip to the Botanic Gardens.
Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Address:
710 South Lions Park Drive
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82001
2. The Bart Rea Learning Circle Labyrinth @ Amoco Park
This 5 circuit labyrinth is located near the bank of the North Platte River in Amoco Park. It is made from concrete, glass and glow-in-the-dark resins which should make everyone want to see this !
Location: Casper, Wyoming
Address:
Amoco Park, 1155 W. 1st St.
Casper, Wyoming 82601
3. St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Labyrinth
This 11 circuit Chartres replica labyrinth is located on the south side of the church on a concrete pad with a walkway from the parking lot. It is open from dawn to dusk and here is an aerial view of the labyrinth.
Location: Casper, Wyoming
Address:
4700 S. Poplar St.
Casper, Wyoming 82601
4. Whitney Commons Park Labyrinth
A 6 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made from bricks/paver. Open from 7AM-6PM. Learn more about the commons on the website.
Location: Sheridan, Wyoming
Address:
326 Alger
Sheridan, Wyoming 82801
5. United Methodist Church Labyrinth
A classical 7 circuit labyrinth made from rocks that is located to the east of the church as you can see in the satellite image above. The pathway is easy to find, marked by a trellis off of the parking lot.
Location: Riverton, Wyoming
Address:
1116 W. Park Ave
Riverton, Wyoming 82501
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Wyoming. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings: