On January 12, 1995 gray wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park, correcting the eradication man had inflicted on this keystone species from most of the western United States. After decades, it was again possible to see wolves in Yellowstone! Many people are understandably fascinated with wolves. They have been glorified and vilified in story, Continue Reading →
Author: Allan
Montana Breweries & Craft Beer
Montana breweries are producing some amazing craft beer and should be part of any beer lover’s vacation to the state. Montana Breweries & Beer Statistics State by state statistics from the Brewers Association, the national association representing the craft beer industry (of which we are members), reveal: Montana has 92 craft breweries, some of which Continue Reading →
Is Snowshoeing Difficult? (If you can walk, you can snowshoe!)
Can you walk? Then you can snowshoe! Snowshoeing is not difficult and is one of the best ways to get outside and enjoy the beauty of winter, ESPECIALLY during a year when many of us have felt a little — shall we say — constricted in our daily lives. There are so many things to love Continue Reading →
Are the Glaciers Disappearing in Glacier National Park?
The answer is yes. The 26 glaciers in Glacier National Park are all shrinking and are likely to disappear within our lifetimes. About the Glaciers Glaciers are defined as masses of ice so large they move under their own weight. In general, glaciers need to be about 25 acres in size to qualify. In 1850, Continue Reading →
Yellowstone in Winter
We absolutely love visiting Yellowstone in Winter. The crowds are gone, the scenery is spectacular, and the wildlife is actually much easier to see. Below is information and a few tips to help you plan a vacation to Yellowstone in winter. When to Go Most of the park facilities close in September or October for Continue Reading →
Glacier National Park Hiking: The Best National Park for Hikers
Yellowstone has our vote for the top national park in the world, but Glacier National Park is unquestionably the best national park in the United States for hiking. Granted, there are great hikes in many US national parks. Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, Bryce and Zion National Parks in Utah, Olympic National Park in Washington, Continue Reading →