Yellowstone is home to over 60 mammals and hundreds of birds. Each of these species has a distinct name for their babies. By design or not, we humans seem to have given these young ones names that are as cute as they are. From bison to bears and various birds,... read more →
May
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May
07
A new issue of Yellowstone Science magazine takes an in-depth look at archaeology in Yellowstone, celebrating the achievements of recent research and tracing the history of the parkâs archaeology program. From historical Native American use through modern times, the park's 2.2 million acres is a treasure trove of historical and cultural artifacts. The... read more →
May
01
When it comes to how Yellowstone National Park handles bear management, a lot has changed since visitors first began pouring in more than a century ago. At that time, bears were known to feed on garbage behind park hotels, and tourists eagerly fed them along park roadwaysâresulting in an average of... read more →
Apr
29
by Ruffin Prevost Sometime in the 1930s, a babyâs pacifier fell into Ear Spring, a placid, ear-shaped hot pool in the Geyser Hill area of Yellowstone National Park. On September 15, 2018, Ear Spring erupted to a height of around 25 feet and the long-lost pacifier was ejectedâalong with a... read more →
Apr
28
Who can resist the charm of clumsily cute baby animals? Spring and summer Yellowstone visitors on the lookout for wildlife can often catch a glimpse of their playful antics. We've rounded up for you some captivating photos and a few tips for where and when to spot these young critters.... read more →
Apr
25
It has now been over 100 years since park rangers assumed responsibility for Yellowstone National Park from the U.S. Army. To celebrate the rich history and incredible change in the park over the years, we put together these âthen-and-nowâ photos, highlighting just how Yellowstone has changed. The true beauty of... read more →
Apr
23
The worldâs first national park is a great place to explore and learn together as a family. There is no end to the number of options and activities available to you. The hard part is trying to figure out which one to do first! We've pulled together all the resources... read more →
Apr
21
When Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872, there was no precedent for how to manage and care for it. In fact, the National Park Service itself had not yet been created. During its first decade, the park was under serious threat from those who would exploit, rather than protect,... read more →
Apr
17
by Jenny Golding Few times of the year are more exciting than spring in Yellowstone. As the snow recedes and new plant life springs forth, so too do Yellowstoneâs baby animals. By mid-June, the park is teeming with life: Elk calves frolic on gangly legs through the tall grass;... read more →
Apr
16
by Joshua Theurer, Citizen Science Program Manager There are many reasons Yellowstone National Park grabs our imagination. The grand sweeping vistas, the roaming herds of bison, and its rich human history are all staggering examples of the wonders this place has to offer. However, the thermal features, those strange surficial... read more →