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University of Wyoming

Residential Learning In Yellowstone National Park

     

Twenty faculty, staff, graduate students and friends attended the 2005 Yellowstone Residential Program.

Yellowstone National Park, August 14-19, 2006

Exploring Natural and Cultural History in Yellowstone

 

Yellowstone’s natural and cultural history is the focus of this five night residential learning program. Participants will examine the human experience in Yellowstone by comparing and contrasting their own experience in Yellowstone with those of Native Americans and early explorers. 

The program includes wildlife observation, natural history studies, field trips to historic sites, lectures, discussion, and journaling in Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding ecosystem. This is an active course, with at least half of each day spent outside. Activities include moderate hikes of approximately one to five miles each day.

Peaceful and spectacular home to wolves, bears, elk and bison, Lamar Valley is an ideal setting for learning. The historic Lamar Buffalo Ranch facility includes simple and comfortable accommodations in log guest cabins, a heated bathhouse with showers and restrooms, and a common building with classrooms and kitchen. Guests are expected to bring a sleeping bag and pillow. Meals are provided. Participants share space in cabins that include three single beds, a propane heater, and reading lights. The cabins do not have electrical outlets or plumbing.