My first visit to Yellowstone National Park was part of a program run by Ecology Project International. Attending the program was one of the best decisions I’ve made, especially after spending my life in the suburbs. Being able to enjoy nature without the distractions of technology proved invaluable to me. I had the privilege of watching grey wolves early in the morning, observing the small pups’ playful bantering as their parents sat side-by-side watching. In Hayden Valley, I saw two Grizzly bears feed on a bison carcass, impressing the growing crowd with their size and strength. I also paid a visit to the park’s famous geysers, inhaling the scent of sulfur and enjoying the sight of bright blue water spewing forth from the ground. Witnessing this raw power of nature, a force able to sustain such a blooming and prosperous ecosystem and integrate humans into that balance has inspired me to pursue a more active career in preserving the natural ecosystem through volunteering and school work. I loved my visit to Yellowstone National Park, and definitely encourage you to visit the park yourself to explore the various wonders it offers.
Sincerely,
Yellowstone National Park
America's first national park is named after the river that runs through it. Within the park's massive boundaries, visitors can find mountains, rivers, lakes, waterfalls and some of the most concentrated geothermal activity in the world. The park has 60% of the world’s geysers, as well as hot springs and mud pots. It is also home to diverse wildlife with the largest concentration of mammals in the Lower 48 states, including grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk.
State(s): Idaho Montana, Wyoming,
Established: 1872
“they preserve Earth in its most natural state, leaving us with a brief glimpse of what the past may have been like before humans, which is humbling and motivating at the same time. I feel humbled because the Yellowstone ecosystem serves as a reminder of the thriving wildness that existed so long before I did, and motivated to play a part in keeping gems like Yellowstone thriving in modern times.”
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I have been to Yellowstone at least six times over the years. I took my kids a couple times and now I’m getting ready to take my grandkids. The diversity and wander of Yellowstone is a fantastic learning experience.
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