The myths and stories of how Yellowstone became the worldâs first national park are rich, varied, and sometimes, even true. Thereâs no denying, for instance, that Thomas Moranâs paintings and... read more →
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The end of the tale is the most familiar: artist Thomas Moran and photographer William Henry Jackson returned from the Hayden Expedition with images that helped convince Congress that Yellowstone... read more →
Yellowstoneâs dramatic geysers and rainbow-hued hot springs have long astounded visitors and inspired generations of painters and photographers. But their cousins, the mudpots, hold their own unique allure for those... read more →
by Virginia Miller Yellowstone is a land of microbes, megafauna, and devastating geologic events. From glaciers and earthquakes to the Yellowstone Volcano, everything here can be traced back to geologic... read more →
Humans have long been fascinated by birds of prey. Their graceful passage through the sky, hunting prowess, and impressive wingspans make them awe-inspiring to watch. Luckily for us, a great... read more →
Yellowstone in winter is a true wonderlandâa place of natural beauty and inspiration, with steaming thermal features, incredible snowy landscapes, and recreation opportunities for both the novice and the expert.... read more →
by Stephen Camelio With more than 40 peaks in the park soaring over 10,000 feet and at least 70 named mountains over 8,000 feet, youâd think that the parkâs highest... read more →
Many people may never have the chance to visit Yellowstone National Park in their lifetime. However, individuals, particularly students, are increasingly able to visit Yellowstone from afar through Distance Learning programs.... read more →
by Ruffin Prevost For nearly nine decades, some form of Junior Ranger program has been feeding that ambition among young visitors, offering a chance for kids to forge a deeper... read more →
by Chelsea DeWeese Whether itâs capturing images of the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring or a black bear climbing a tree, itâs hard to resist photographing Yellowstone in summertime. âYellowstone is... read more →