Yellowstone Facts & Figures July 11, 2020 We receive many questions about Yellowstone National Parks, and the answers may surprise many people. We also think this may be fun trivia for that road trip! Enjoy. Yellowstone was established March 1, 1872. Road Map of Yellowstone Over the years the boundaries of the national park have been changed. The following dates of boundary Read More… from Yellowstone Facts & Figures
Food Storage Basics in Bear Country July 4, 2020 Grizzly bear. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Fox. Viewing a grizzly bear in the wild is a top wish list item for many West Yellowstone visitors. But what if instead of seeing a bear in the meadows or forests of Yellowstone National Park, you find one in your backyard or campsite? Grizzly bear activity near human Read More… from Food Storage Basics in Bear Country
Union Pacific Employee Dormitories June 25, 2020 Historic Union Pacific Women’s Dorm in West Yellowstone, Montana With the advent of rail travel to West Yellowstone the railroad realized that they were going to need workers to take care of the passenger’s needs. They also knew that they would only need this help during “the season” as the trains did not run during Read More… from Union Pacific Employee Dormitories
Historic District Industrial Buildings June 19, 2020 As with any business, support facilities are usually a necessity. So it was when the railroad came to West Yellowstone. Union Pacific Train Depot in West Yellowstone Among the first buildings constructed were the Depot and the Beanery. Following the construction of those facilities the railroad set about building other support facilities. Included in those Read More… from Historic District Industrial Buildings
Historic Union Pacific Baggage Building June 11, 2020 Historic Union Pacific Baggage Building If any of you have ever taken an extended train trip, you know that you will have baggage. Some of us will have more baggage than others, depending on the length of the trip and our need to carry clothes and accessories with us. On a modern day train trip, Read More… from Historic Union Pacific Baggage Building
West Yellowstone Historic District June 4, 2020 With the railroad coming to town, it quickly became apparent to both the railroad and the Town of West Yellowstone that some new buildings and facilities were going to be needed. View of the railroad district from the water tower. The Oregon Shoreline began constructing facilities for train operation as well as passenger care at Read More… from West Yellowstone Historic District
Explore West Yellowstone’s Past on the Historic Walking Tour May 17, 2020 Dining Lodge. Photo courtesy of WYED and Yellowstone Historic Center. Driving through Yellowstone National Park is a breathtaking experience, but you might return to West Yellowstone with the urge to take a walk. Stroll along the West Yellowstone Historic Walking Tour to stretch your legs, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and learn the eclectic Read More… from Explore West Yellowstone’s Past on the Historic Walking Tour
$0.50 off Admission at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center February 16, 2020 Redeem this coupon for $0.50 off admission at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. Not valid with other offers. (Regular priced admission is $15/adult; $14/Senior (62+); $10 youth 5-12; 4 & under free) We are open 365 Days A Year! THE BEARS AT THE CENTER DO NOT HIBERNATE Watch these amazing animals INSIDE or OUT. Read More… from $0.50 off Admission at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center
Motorcycles & Yellowstone November 25, 2019 Photo by Guilherme Veloso on Unsplash Yellowstone On Two Wheels: What Motorcyclists Need To Know About Riding In The Park A record number of American households now own a motorcycle: over 8% in 2018, according to a survey conducted by the Motorcycle Industry Council. More and more people are choosing to explore the world on two Read More… from Motorcycles & Yellowstone
Wonderlicious Daily Soup November 11, 2019 Wonderlicious, soup to warm you up, nose to toes! Home Made and Hearty Soups served daily at the Book Peddler; Call (406-646-9358) or stop by (106 Canyon Street) for daily soup choices. Spoonful’s of comfort by the cup or the bowl, to stay or to go. Pick up your frequent customer card for soup and/or Read More… from Wonderlicious Daily Soup