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Roosevelt Lodge in Yellowstone National Park

September 19, 2019

In September of 2010 Roosevelt Lodge in Yellowstone National Park celebrated it’s 90th anniversary and in 2020 this historic lodge will be a hundred years old. It is located in the scenic northern region of the park and is the smallest of the nine park lodges. It has 80 cabins, some of which date back

Bison, Not Buffalo – The Iconic Symbol of Yellowstone

September 1, 2019

Did you know that the so-called American buffalo is, in fact, a bison? Surprising, right? There are only two true buffalo species: the Water Buffalo in Asia and the Cape Buffalo in Africa. Our furry friend here has been mistakenly called a buffalo for centuries. History shows that early settlers called bison ‘bufello’ by mistake

West Yellowstone Airport (WYS): Tips for Visitors

August 29, 2019

West Yellowstone Airport is the closest airport to Yellowstone National Park’s West Entrance, just a couple of miles from the park and a short drive from town. If you’re flying in during the summer season, here’s what to know before you land. West Yellowstone Airport at a Glance Official name: Yellowstone Airport Airport code: WYS

Yellowstone’s Lamar Buffalo Ranch

August 23, 2019

Bison herd with calves in Lamar Valley; Neal Herbert/Yellowstone National Park The Lamar Valley in Yellowstone is home to the Lamar Buffalo Ranch. The ranch was established in 1907 when 28 bison were moved there from Fort Yellowstone. The purpose was to help preserve one of the last free-roaming bison herds in the United States.

The Best Times of Year to Visit West Yellowstone

August 20, 2019

West Yellowstone, Montana, the small community situated at the west entrance to America’s first national park, changes drastically through the four seasons. While summer heralds the arrival of a large number of travelers, drawn by the lure of the Big Sky and Yellowstone’s wonders, spring and fall bring the relative quiet lull of lessened tourist

Simple Tips To Get The Best Photos Of Yellowstone

Photo courtesy of PhotoMixLtd. Home to abundant wildlife, spectacular peaks, and over 500 active geysers, Yellowstone National Park is one of the most inspiring and captivating natural locations in the world. Along with happy memories, taking a collection of beautiful photos is the best souvenir you can bring back from your visit. In fact, in the face

Explore West Yellowstone: Earthquake Lake Visitor Center

August 3, 2019

Did you know that one of the strongest recorded earthquakes in North America occurred just a few miles north of West Yellowstone? On your next scenic drive around West Yellowstone, stop in at the Earthquake Lake Visitor Center to find out more about the 1959 Hebgen Lake Earthquake and the “night of terror” that ensued.

Yellowstone’s First Superintendents

July 11, 2019

I believe we all know that Yellowstone National Park has a superintendent who is in charge of maintaining the business of the park. The superintendent resides at Mammoth Hot Springs. There have been many superintendents in the park so I thought I would give you some information about the first three gentlemen who occupied that

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Road-Ready with These Maintenance Tips

June 21, 2019

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Road-Ready with These Maintenance Tips Photo Credit: Pexels Each road trip provides an opportunity to embrace an unforgettable adventure with friends or family. It can remove you from your daily obligations, allow you to step out of your comfort zone, and help you refocus your life. And when you visit

The Presidents & Yellowstone

June 6, 2019

Yellowstone Entrance Sign I was recently asked about which Presidents had visited Yellowstone National Park. Since I did not have the answer, I set out on a search to find out. This is what I was able to discover about our Presidents and their connections to Yellowstone. The best source I found was Yellowstone Historian

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