Expedition Yellowstone

Through Expedition Yellowstone the National Park Service offers a 4-5 day curriculum-based residential program for teachers and their 4-8th grade classes. This long-standing program operates September through mid-December and mid-February through May. The program has two campuses: the historic Lamar Buffalo Ranch (used during spring and fall), and the Youth Conservation Corps facility (used during winter). The program operates on a fee basis to cover faculty salaries and instructional supplies used by students. A staff of rangers with diverse education backgrounds instruct these expeditions to the park.

Expedition Yellowstone teaches students about the natural and cultural history of Yellowstone National Park, investigates current issues affecting the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and promotes stewardship and preservation in the park and in home communities. Emphasis is on learning through direct experience in the outdoors. Students participate with teachers and parent chaperones in hikes, field investigations, discussions, creative dramatics, and journal writing. The program coordinator works with teachers to tailor an itinerary for the group that best meets their educational needs.

Yellowstone National Park is part of the Residential Environmental Learning Center national network that works with schools, youth groups, families and the National Park Service to immerse kids in the nature and culture of the National Parks. We provide multi-day education programs throughout the year, in all kinds of weather, every day and night, to inspire kids through education, experience and leadership development.