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| when to visit | 11/14/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: This will be our first trip to Yellowstone. We live in Texas and would like to come when it is not ...
A: There are two times - in my opinion - to visit Yellowstone. One is spring and the other is fall. ...
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| Yellowstone in 2 days | 11/2/2009 | Janet Chapple |
Q: We will be arriving in either Salt Lake City or Jackson Hole and would like to spend two days in ...
A: To have the most time to enjoy both the Tetons and Yellowstone, you will want to fly to Jackson, WY. ...
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| hiking in Yellowstone | 10/17/2009 | John |
Q: We are planning to drive to Yellowstone from the midwest around June 12-14 and drive a manual ...
A: I am not terribly familiar with hikes in Yellowstone as most of my time there is spent in the ...
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| Yellowstone & Grand Teton In September | 10/12/2009 | John |
Q: My husband and I would like to plan a trip next September to the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone. We ...
A: sorry about my delayed response...I was in Yellowstone all week and got home last night. In terms ...
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| driving conditions in mid-June & mountain driving | 10/10/2009 | John |
Q: We are planning to drive to Yellowstone from the midwest around June 12-14 and drive a manual ...
A: Sorry about the delayed response...I was in Yellowstone for the past week. Your car will easily ...
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| yellowstone to grand tetons | 10/9/2009 | Janet Chapple |
Q: curious how long it takes to get from the south entrance to yellowstone to the grand teton park? ...
A: It's less than ten miles between the South Entrance and the boundary of Grand Tetons, but there was ...
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| Yellowstone Camping | 10/6/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are planning a trip to Yellowstone and Grand Tetons next June/July. Family of 4 with a tent ...
A: Have you thought of West Yellowstone, MT? http://www.grizzlyrv.com/ This is a nicer RV park that ...
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| Is it okay to take my nine month old baby to YellowStone? | 9/16/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: We are thinking of taking our parents to Yellowstone National Park at the end of this September. We ...
A: Rita, Yes, you may certainly bring your 9-month old child to Yellowstone. You will, of course, have ...
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| Yellowstone in early fall | 9/8/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are travelling to Yellowstone starting 9/23 with our two toddlers. We are staying at Lake Lodge ...
A: You've picked an excellent time to visit! Bring your warm coats, of course! When arriving, I ...
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| signs of bear activity | 8/29/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: i saw a long line of trees with scratching on the bark and what looked like3 tree scrappings below. ...
A: Bears do sometimes leave claw marks on trees. Here are two examples: ...
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| RT jackson wy to glacier np | 8/29/2009 | John |
Q: my husband and i are planning a trip from JFK to JAC ( renting a car) to go to grand teton np, ...
A: I prefer the Lodge Cabins at Old Faithful. These are in the best shape and have the most to offer ...
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| RT jackson wy to glacier np | 8/28/2009 | John |
Q: my husband and i are planning a trip from JFK to JAC ( renting a car) to go to grand teton np, ...
A: I would leave Glacier a day or two early and from Great Falls Mt., I would take US 87 to US 191 down ...
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| October trip planning with a 5 year old | 8/25/2009 | John |
Q: We want to come visit Yellowstone and Grand Tetons in early October of this year and bring our 5 ...
A: Sorry about my delayed response. Great time of year to visit...not lots of other people, the ...
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| Travel | 8/24/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: Bruce, Hi...we just drove out 32 foot RV through the Big Horn mountains and found the road to be ...
A: Stephanie, I assume you are asking about Madison Junction (and campground) inside Yellowstone? From ...
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| Clothing | 8/11/2009 | Janet Chapple |
Q: What type of clothing should I pack for a trip to Yellowstone around August 16?
A: It's best to take layers of clothing to yellowstone at any time in the summer season. Something like ...
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| yellowstone | 8/1/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are visiting Yellowstone for two days and one night, staying at the Lake Yellowstone Hotel, and ...
A: I've been thinking about your question and have figured a way you could do this... Drive from ...
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| Yellowstone upscale | 7/28/2009 | John |
Q: I am planning a trip for my boss. He would like to spend 4 full days in the park and see most of ...
A: I would recommend entering through the South Entrance...Jackson Lake Lodge in Grand Teton National ...
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| Only have 3 days, what do we do?? | 7/21/2009 | John |
Q: John Myself and two friends are going on a cross country trip this September. We will be traveling ...
A: Your best entry point will be the East entrance via Cody Wyoming. In terms of places to stay within ...
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| horses in yellowstone | 7/8/2009 | Mike Thompson |
Q: i am planning my second trip to ynp and would like to bring my own horse to trail ride. is this ...
A: My apologizes for my delay in answering your questions. We have been in the backcountry of ...
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| 1 day trip | 7/2/2009 | John |
Q: I am driving thru Yellowstone on my way to Kalspel Mt. with my boys 5 and 6. We plan on staying one ...
A: I would suggest you try to get accommodations at Old Faithful or Grant Village (I am presuming you ...
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| places to stay | 6/30/2009 | Mike Thompson |
Q: I am bringing my family ( wife and 4 kids 5,12,13,16) and we are looking for a place to stay. We ...
A: Good Morning Scott, Thanks for your question. I would recommend Cheryl, at the Crevice Mountain ...
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| Yellowstone Vacation in July 4th | 6/28/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: I am glad, I found this site and you. We are newbie tent campers (me, wife and 5 years old ...
A: If it were me camping, I would eat out for breakfast for two reasons: more of the cold time of day ...
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| Yellowstone Vacation in July 4th | 6/27/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: I am glad, I found this site and you. We are newbie tent campers (me, wife and 5 years old ...
A: 1. Yes, it does get cool at night, even in the summer. If you have adequate sleeping bags and ...
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| Yellowstone driving | 6/24/2009 | John |
Q: My wife, myself and two children (18 and 12 years) are planning go visit Yellowstone, July first ...
A: Sorry about the delay in my response...I just got home from Yellowstone this afternoon. There are ...
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| Grizzly Bear's name? | 6/19/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: I was recently visiting Yellowstone and saw a grizzly by the side of the road. The Ranger told me ...
A: Linda, I'll have to confess I don't personally keep track of all the various grizzlies in ...
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| Yellowstone in the fall | 6/11/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: I'm going to Yellowstone for the week after Labor Day--Sept. 7-13. Will it be too early for elk rut ...
A: Jackson is one of the most expensive places to stay. If you need to stay there, then motel6 has a ...
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| Yellowstone in the fall | 6/11/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: I'm going to Yellowstone for the week after Labor Day--Sept. 7-13. Will it be too early for elk rut ...
A: You have picked an excellent time for the elk! Bring a video camera so you can hear the sounds! In ...
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| RV in Yellowstone/GT area | 6/11/2009 | John |
Q: After researching and attempting to book accommodations for a 40' RV I am considering staying ...
A: I think you have come up with a pretty sound plan. Depending on the number of drivers, you may want ...
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| RV in Yellowstone | 6/8/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: My wife and I are going to Yellowstone in a week or so and wonder if our 34' Bounder will be an ...
A: John, you can drive your 34' RV on the main roads in Yellowstone National Park, but it is not ...
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| latest time to arrive | 6/8/2009 | John |
Q: I have lots of questions, and I'll try to keep it short but... My husband & I will be visiting ...
A: The gates to the park are always open during the summer season so you won't have a problem there. ...
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| fast | 6/2/2009 | John |
Q: My fiance and I are wanting to go through Yellowstone after we leave Kalispel which is about 7 hours ...
A: Hey Robin and John: Here is what I would suggest. You can get a cabin in Roosevelt or at Lake ...
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| CAMPING & FOOD AT YNP | 5/6/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are going to Yellowstone from June 24-July 3. We will be staying in a pop-up tent camper. We are ...
A: You are permitted to cook in your camper at outside on a grill. You can also store your food in ...
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| Trip to Yellowstone National Park | 5/5/2009 | Janet Chapple |
Q: We are going to YNP June 24-July 2 and will be camping in a Jayco pop-up tent trailer. We are not ...
A: I must tell you first that I am not a camper, but I will give you what advice I can. It is great ...
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| Which motel is good at Jackson Hole | 5/4/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are planning for a trip to Yellowstone. We are a group of 6 (3 couples). From maps and other ...
A: Here is the Evergreen Motel in West Yellowstone http://www.theevergreenmotel.com/ For Jackson, ...
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| Which motel is good at West Yellowstone | 5/4/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are planning for a trip to Yellowstone. We are a group of 6 (3 couples). From maps and other ...
A: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g45399-West_Yellowstone_Montana-Hotels.html Hello! Here's a ...
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| First Time Visitor to Yellowstone | 4/12/2009 | John |
Q: How long should we plan on staying at Yellowstone to get a good experience of the Park? Our plan is ...
A: In my opinion I think a minimum of 4 days in Yellowstone is needed. It takes that long to view the ...
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| backcountry park ranger | 3/26/2009 | Bruce Gourley |
Q: Gourley, What sort of education do you have, I know you need to be a high school graduate, but is ...
A: First of all, there is no one qualification to becoming a National Park Service park ranger, other ...
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| Driving to West Yellowstone, MT | 3/7/2009 | Janet Chapple |
Q: We will be driving a 40ft. Motorhome from Spearfish, SD to West Yellowstone, MT and want to know the ...
A: Here's what I'd suggest. First, you don't mention spending any time to enjoy Yellowstone Park, but I ...
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| camping around yellowstone | 2/28/2009 | Sue Mecham |
Q: We are planning a Yellowstone trip in July or August '09. We are 2 adults with 2 boys age 8 and 11. ...
A: There are five camping areas in Yellowstone, all located within the "8" loop (the roads in ...
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| camping, horseback riding in yellowstone | 2/28/2009 | Mike Thompson |
Q: We are planning a camping trip to Yellowstone this July or August w/ 2 adults and 2 boys age 8 and ...
A: Good Afternoon Karen, Thanks for your questions on Yellowstone. Horseback riding in Yellowstone is ...
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