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From trips to tips, Nomadic Journal takes you on the trail, no matter where you are. Follow our journey as we live and learn in the outdoors. We want to share our discoveries and insight so you're better prepared for your next adventure.

Aug 6, 2023

What Causes the Bison Rut in Yellowstone National Park?

The bison rut is one of the most exciting times of year in Lamar Valley, learn all about what makes it so special!

Jul 3, 2023

How Famous Features in Yellowstone Got Their Name

The moment you start looking at a Yellowstone map, you notice that many of the features, waterways and mountains have familiar names...

Apr 27, 2023

The Best Time to See Wildflowers in Yellowstone

Yellowstone National Park is home to a variety of habitats, and typically the elevation determines when it's wildflowers will bloom. ...

May 9, 2022

Bison vs. Buffalo

Is it a "bison", or is it a "buffalo"? Find out what to call that big, furry, herd mammal that you see all over Yellowstone!

Apr 9, 2022

Why go on a guided backpacking trip?

If you are trying to decide whether to go on a guided trip or explore the park on your own, here's a list of our pros and cons to each!

Mar 4, 2022

What is the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem?

What does the term "Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem" really mean?

Feb 15, 2022

Wildlife Spotlight: Bighorn Sheep

Learn all about the bighorn sheep that call Yellowstone National Park home!

Feb 5, 2022

Winter Vacation in Southwest Montana

Planning a winter vacation to southwest Montana? Here are some great winter activities in Bozeman, West Yellowstone, Big Sky and Gardiner!

Dec 26, 2021

Best Day Hikes in Yellowstone National Park

There are about 1,000 miles of trail in Yellowstone, finding the one that is right for you can be difficult. That's what we're here for!

Oct 29, 2021

Yellowstone's Gateway Communities

Learn what to do and where to hike or cross country ski in each of Yellowstone's gateway communities!

Oct 20, 2021

Bears in Yellowstone

Learn about the difference of black bears and grizzly bears, the history of feeding bears, how to hike safely in bear country and more!

Oct 6, 2021

The History of Wolves in Yellowstone

Wolves in Yellowstone have had quite the recovery over the past two decades. Check out the history and their impact on the ecosystem!

Jul 13, 2021

Wildlife in Yellowstone: Part One, Mammals

Yellowstone National Park is home to 67 species of #mammals, including everything from bear to montane vole, and from wolf to wolverine. ...

Jun 24, 2021

Visiting Yellowstone in Winter

You’ve probably read that #winter in Yellowstone is a magical time of year. We can’t back that up enough. Winter truly is a spectacle!...

Jun 24, 2021

Visiting Yellowstone in Fall

Fall in Yellowstone is remarkable--characterized by golden grass and aspens, blue skies, and the elk rut. Plan your fall vacation now!

Jun 24, 2021

Visiting Yellowstone in Summer

Yes, #summer is the busiest time of year in Yellowstone. But, it is also very easy to avoid the crowds. Almost any blog you read will...

Jun 24, 2021

Visiting Yellowstone in Spring

#Spring can be a very short season in Yellowstone. The average elevation of Yellowstone National Park is 8,000 feet, meaning that snow...

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