Where did we come from and are we alone? Would you believe that Yellowstone's hot springs and their tiny microbial inhabitants provide unique insight into both of these lofty questions? In his upcoming Field Seminar this summer, Microbial Diversity of Yellowstone Hot Springs, Dr. Eric Boyd will introduce participants to... read more →
Feb
04
Jan
16
by Sam Archibald, Lead Field Educator January. A time of cold somber mornings scraping ice from car windshields, days hunkered comfortably indoors or braving the snowy winds for a weekend ski, and cozy evenings by the wood stove. The aspen, willows, and cottonwoods are bare, the songbirds have largely left,... read more →
Dec
10
– NPS News Release – Top things for visitors to know about a winter visit MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Yellowstone National Park’s winter season begins Sunday, Dec. 15. Annually from mid-December until mid-March, visitors can travel most of the park’s roads from the West, South, East and North entrances... read more →
Dec
07
by Amanda Evans, Institute Lead Field Educator It was my first winter in Yellowstone, a time of great growth as I learned to adapt alongside the wildlife that I shared this home with. As I finished the short steep descent coming down the Trout Lake trail, I eagerly made my... read more →
Nov
15
Make your next visit to Yellowstone unforgettable with a Yellowstone Forever Institute Field Seminar! Registration for 2025 Summer Field Seminars is now open. Gain in-depth knowledge from professors, naturalists, scientists, and acclaimed artists and photographers while immersed in the beauty and grandeur of Yellowstone. This summer join us at the historic Lamar... read more →
Nov
11
Find the perfect gift for the Yellowstone enthusiast in your life (or for yourself!) this holiday season! From Yellowstone-related games, plush animals, clothes, collectibles, books, art, and more, there are gifts for all ages and interests. Every purchase supports vital projects and programs in Yellowstone National Park. Choose from... read more →
Nov
08
Yellowstone Forever is committed to supporting Tribal Engagement in Yellowstone National Park, recognizing that the connection between nature and culture is not just historical but continues today and will carry forward into the future. The park's rivers, forests, and geothermal features have long been central to the lives and traditions... read more →
Nov
05
We have so much to be thankful for in Yellowstone: more than 10,000 hydrothermal features, 500 active geysers, the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states, Native American culture and heritage, national park rangers. Here's our list—in no particular order—of 10 Reasons to be Thankful for Yellowstone. ... read more →
Oct
12
by Morgan Kimball, YF Field Educator Yellowstone was quiet. The usual summer racket had been replaced by a stillness that clung to the bones of the land. Wanting to spend time in the stillness a friend and I ventured into the Rescue Creek area, a decision I would soon regret.... read more →
Sep
28
Our Yellowstone Forever Institute offers a number of photography courses in every season: from the magic of Yellowstone's winter wonderland to playful spring baby animals and bugling elk in autumn to the drama of starry night skies. Learn from engaging experts, join other park enthusiasts, and hone your photography... read more →