Annual Ski Swap

Do you have unused skis, boots, snowshoes, outerwear, and other winter gear cluttering up your garage or basement or bedroom? Why not get some money back from it?  Bring it to the WYSEF Ski Swap (consignment drop off on Friday 11/12 from 5:00-7:00pm) and sale is on Saturday 11/3 from 8:00 AM to Noon. Previous

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48 Hours in West Yellowstone: How to Make the Most Out of an Outdoorsy Weekend

The small town of West Yellowstone, nestled at the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, is ruggedly Western yet comfortably homey in a way that echoes the landscape surrounding America’s first national park. Small-town hospitality, Western grandeur, and a decidedly outdoorsy lifestyle combine to create an authentic experience at the doorway to some of North

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Wildlife Viewing & Birdwatching

Yellowstone Park and our surrounding national forests offer wildlife viewing and birdwatching year-round. You will see bison migrating to their calving grounds, elk bugling during rut, antelope babies playing tag, and bear cubs rolling in the meadow under their mother’s watchful eye. Excellent birding surrounds West Yellowstone. Serious bird-watchers can explore the trails, forests, and

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For Families & Kids

West Yellowstone abounds with fun activities and events for families and kids year-round, including the Junior Smokejumper program, Yellowstone’s Junior Ranger program, and the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center’s Keeper Kids program. And don’t miss the annual award-winning Kids’N’Snow program or the cross-country ski races and events just for kids. Explore Now see all activities

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ATV/UTV

The same trail system that made West Yellowstone famous for snowmobiling is available for ATV and UTV use in the summer. Many trails are limited to machines under 50 inches, so make sure to inquire before heading out in your OHV or side-by-side. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, the trail system is well marked

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Birding in Greater Yellowstone

No matter what time of year you plan to visit West Yellowstone, a birding adventure awaits. Whether you are hiking through an alpine forest or snowshoeing along a riverbank, the Greater Yellowstone region hosts a rich population of birds for every season. Birding enthusiasts and casual watchers alike can revel in the majestic sights of

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Simple Preparation Tips for Your Long Haul RV Trip To Yellowstone

With all the fantastic sceneries that Yellowstone has to offer, the annual number of visits to Yellowstone has increased by a whopping 40% in comparison to 2008. Due to the convenience of using RVs, people will tend to visit the popular park on their motorhomes and trailers. Luckily, Yellowstone already has provisions for RV camping. However, you

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