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Organizer pitches Treasure Games festival at Flaming Gorge; county appoints representative
Summary
Wesley, organizer of Treasure Games (a nonprofit), asked Daggett County to appoint a representative to help host a multi‑day treasure hunt, cleanup and free concert aimed at suicide‑prevention awareness and tourism; commissioners appointed Jordan Hewitt to serve on the planning committee and discussed sites, logistics, permits and dumpsters.
A nonprofit organizer told the Daggett County Commission March 25 that Treasure Games plans to stage a multi‑day treasure hunt, volunteer lake cleanup and free concert aimed at suicide‑prevention awareness and tourism promotion.
Wesley, who identified Treasure Games as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, described the event format: hiding silver coins tied to prizes, coordinating a treasure‑hunt trail, and ending with a free concert. He said sponsors and partners (including groups in Rock Springs and tourism organizations) were engaged and that the event could draw between 5,000 and 10,000 attendees if successful. Wesley said he did not want county funds to underwrite the event and expected sponsorship, in‑kind donations and partner support to cover costs; he asked the county to appoint a representative to the planning committee.
Commissioners discussed potential venues (Lucerne, Antelope Flat, the airport and RDA‑owned land near Dutch John), parking and shuttle logistics, dumpster placement and licensing across state lines for events spanning Utah and Wyoming. The commission noted prior large events and fireworks crowds and raised concerns about parking, egress and trash disposal. The forest service and local partners were reported as supportive in early conversations.
Commission action: The commission moved to appoint Jordan Hewitt as Daggett County’s representative to the Treasure Games planning committee; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.
Why it matters: If the event proceeds, it could bring substantial visitor traffic to Daggett County, with potential economic benefits and operational demands (traffic control, waste management, cross‑jurisdiction permits). The organizer framed the event as free and partner‑funded but noted large attendance projections.
What’s next: Staff (Peggy and Jordan were identified in discussion) will coordinate with the organizer, check available county/RDA property options and follow up with logistics and licensing for areas that cross state boundaries.
