In l908 Coe went to Wyoming and at the end of the month decided to purchase property there. Two years later he bought Buffalo Bill Cody's ranch and commissioned the architectural firm of Walker and Gillette to build Irma Lake Lodge. Throughout the years Coe continued purchasing land. In all he amassed 200,000 acres which he used to graze cattle and sheep, and raise alfalfa for winter feed. The Coes made the annual journey to Cody, Wyoming, in their private railway car, while the servants traveled in another part of the train. Frequently Joe Ebel, the chauffeur, would drive out ahead of the family, accompanied by some of the other servants. The ranch was located on Carter Mountain, 7,500 feet above sea level and approximately 23 miles from Cody by unpaved road. Just as at her other homes, Mai Rogers was in charge of the staff which sometimes numbered as many as 36. Twice a week a truck was sent to town for supplies. A Wyoming family outing