Discoveries-America, National Parks: Yellowstone Dual Personalities in Spring & Winter - DVD

This is the premier edition of several dozen programs in the Discoveries...America National Park series. Wyoming, Montana and Idaho lay claim to the world�s first National Park... Yellowstone, established in 1872. Most of Yellowstone is however in Wyoming. It is a magnificent example of national park excellence, abundant in wildlife with hundreds of species of mammals, birds, fish and reptiles including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk... all within the park boundaries. Lose yourself in the wonders of nature � deep canyons, stunning wildlife and steaming geysers including iconic Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone in both spring & winter. During spring, prime calving season, wildlife viewing, fishing, camping, back country hiking, horse riding & boating are all accessed by paved roads. But in winter, most roads are closed to wheeled vehicles so travel in the park is by snow machines / snow coach / cross country skiing & snowshoeing. Dramatically different in winter, but with all the animals and majesty you would encounter in other seasons plus the added thrill and adventure of a winter wonderland. Drive around to the North Entrance, for the only open park roads in winter, Mammoth Hot Springs and the Lamar Valley all the way to Cooke City, Montana to experience a completely different ecosystem. Discoveries...America National Parks is a collection of video essays about the National Park Service and the magnificent resources they have been mandated to protect. �This series isn't just about the several dozen pieces of magnificent Americana designated "National Parks", but also includes National Monuments, Preserves, Historical Parks, Historic Sites, Battlefield Parks, Military Parks, Battlefields, Battlefield Sites, Memorials, Recreation Areas, Seashores, Lakeshores, Rivers, Reserves, Parkways, Historic & Scenic Trails, Cemeteries & Heritage Areas.