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COMPLIMENTARY $3.95 2019/2020 YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE PARKS YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ACTIVITIES • SIGHTSEEING • DINING • LODGING TRAILS • HISTORY • MAPS • MORE OFFICIAL PARTNERS T:5.375” S:4.75” WHO’S WHO AT THE PARK WELCOME S:7.375” SO TASTY EVERYONE WILL WANT A BITE. HomeT:8.375” to more than two million acres of lakes, waterfalls, geysers and pan- FUN FACTS oramic vistas, since 1872, the world’s Established: In 1872 Congress passed first national park has hosted millions of legislation making Yellowstone the visitors from around the world who come world’s first national park. to see its renowned natural wonders and Land Area: 2.2 million acres of forests (80 percent), grassland (15 percent) and the diversity of animal life that thrives in water (5 percent). Although 96 percent its wildlife sanctuaries. of Yellowstone National Park is claimed Every season brings special wonders by Wyoming, small portions of the park and the park’s many varied landscapes also lie in Montana (3 percent) and offer a range of exciting experiences for Idaho (1 percent). all ages. Lowest and Highest Elevations: The NPS protects this unique resource 5,282 feet at Reese Creek to 11,358 (which includes six national historic land- feet at Eagle Peak’s summit. marks) and its visitors. The NPS and Number of Plant & Animal Species: concessioners, including Yellowstone The park is home to seven species of National Park Lodges-Xanterra, work conifer trees, more than 1,000 species of native vascular plants, 67 species together to ensure that your visit to Yel- of mammals (including grizzly bears, lowstone is a memorable one. wolves, bison, moose and elk) and more This American Park Network guide is than 320 bird species! provided by Yellowstone National Park Popular Sights: Yellowstone’s geysers Lodges to enhance your appreciation and and hot springs such as Mammoth Hot enjoyment of this magnificent park. It is Springs and Norris Geyser Basin; Yel- made possible by the support of spon- lowstone Lake; waterfalls such as Up- ©2019 Preferred Brands International. All rights reserved. International. Brands Preferred ©2019 sors whose messages appear inside. per and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone Please respect the park and minimize River; and iconic sights like Gallatin your impact so that its natural resources Range, Hayden Valley, the Grand Can- will be protected and preserved for fu- yon of Yellowstone, Morning Glory Pool and Old Faithful Geyser. ture generations. After all, the parks Popular Activities: Enjoy free ranger-led are for everyone. Enjoy your visit and programs, sightseeing tours, fishing, please come back! boating, wildlife watching, cross-country skiing and horseback riding in the park. Hiking: There are more than 1,000 miles PHOTO of backcountry trails. Roads and facilities take up less than three percent of the park; the rest is wilderness. For more in- TASTY BITE® is all-natural OP! and perfect for the trail. Look Send us your stories and photos formation, please call (307) 344-7381 or for the yellow pouch in the and you could be a part of our guide! visit yellowstonenationalparklodges.com international food aisle.* or nps.gov/yell. tastybite.com Caption *Keep wildlife wild; Don’t feed the animals. | YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK 1 A23899_2d_9tas_2967_Q2_Print_Oh-Ranger.indd 04.04.19 A23899x01D_OhRanger_smp.psd Epson A23899X02C_Tasty Bite Final 032919-Product_smp.psd HP FINAL Client: Tasty Bite APPROVAL SIGNATURES ROUND(s) 3 Filename: 19tas_2967_Q2_Print_Oh-Ranger.indd SIZE / Date: 4-2-2019 2:32 PM MECHANICAL SPECS (w x h) FONTS & IMAGES PROOF FORMAT Job #: 2967 Bleed: 5.875” x 8.875” Fonts TRAFFIC Insert Date: 4/1 Trim: 5.375” x 8.375” Knockout (HTF49 Liteweight), Acumin Pro Condensed (Light), Pubs or Loc: PROD. 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American Park Network is an official partner of the National Forest Foundation, National Parks Conservation Important Numbers 12 Association, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, American Hiking Society and the Lodging & Dining 14 Student Conservation Association. Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Park Regulations & Safety 18 MARK J. SAFERSTEIN Visitor Services 20 Associate Publisher & Executive Editor Joel S. Saferstein History & Culture 22 Group Sales & Partnerships Director Alex Frenkel Centerfold Map EDITORIAL / PRODUCTION Editors: Monette A. 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Cover: Aerial view of Grand Prismatic Spring (Shutterstock) The publisher of this guide and the advertisers herein are not geico.com | 1-877-434-2678 | Local Office affiliated with, or endorsed by, the National Park Service. For answers to all your questions, FOR MORE INFORMATION go to OhRanger.com Some discounts, coverages, payment plans and features are not available in all states, in all GEICO companies, or Distribution requests in all situations. GEICO is a registered service mark of Government Employees Insurance Company, Washington, DC [email protected] 20076; a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. subsidiary. © 2019 GEICO Oh, Ranger! Wi-Fi™ installation/sponsorship [email protected] 3 PRESERVATION WHAT’S NEW! WE’RE ALL CONNECTED As a young man, John Muir, the naturalist known as, “Father of the National Parks,” Mark, Joel & Alex – connecting in parks! had an accident that left him temporarily blinded. It changed his life forever. When he science. I often find inspiration in parks. In its regained his sight, he emerged into the light traditional form, yoga was about joining with ever-determined to pursue his dreams of the collective universe. So, too, is Muir’s quote, exploration. Fortunately for the world, Muir’s best illustrated by an example from Yellowstone. trials led him to help move Congress to set When wolves were reintroduced there after a aside Yosemite, one of his many contributions 70-year absence, the rampant elk population to our nation’s preservation movement. could no longer leisurely nibble on willows, graze When faced with adversity, we have but in open meadows or congregate by the rivers. In two choices. We can either rise above our a short period of time, the forests and meadows circumstance or succumb to our demons of began to regenerate. Song birds appeared. doubt, fear, resentment and apathy. While Beavers flourished, building dams, which Muir was lucky to have his sight return, his created habitats for otters, muskrats and ducks. subsequent efforts drew strength from hope, Cooler waters, shaded by more trees, attracted compassion, kindness and love to rise up different species of amphibians and fish. Tree from personal adversity. roots stabilized the river banks, diminished Lately, it feels like we’re all dealing with erosion and even changed the geography of the too many hurdles. Every hour, “breaking” park! Indeed, pick out anything by itself and we news spews forth accounts of tragedy and quickly find that everything is connected. divisiveness. It was with this backdrop that I Now is the time to seek out connection— SOMEWHERE was preparing to teach a restorative yoga class, whether in a park, a yoga studio or anywhere to create a safe environment for my students you find inspiration—to find strength to rise up BETWEEN and provide an hour’s worth of peace and quiet and overcome the obstacles that face us all… to carry out into the world. What theme would capture their imagination and neatly underscore STUNNING our human need for connectedness? When teaching, I try to use examples that marry ancient tradition with contemporary and SURREAL GET CONNECTED AT YOUR FAVORITE PARKS! VISITUTAH.COM Parks are about enjoying nature, but what if you want to share a great picture or are awaiting an important email? If you’re looking to add connectivity to your park, or if you already have Wi-Fi and would like help adding content or generating sponsor revenues, please let us know at [email protected]. 4 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK | PRESERVATION PLAN YOUR VISIT if you’re going through GETTING TO YELLOWSTONE Yellowstone, Park Entrances: Yellowstone is ac- YELLOWSTONE AREA 90 cessible from five major entrances during 15 94 Butte the summer: North (U.S.