5 Things You Didn’t Know About Yellowstone National Park
A supervolcano, a murder loophole, body-melting water, and, of course, bison. Here are five things you didn’t know about Yellowstone. Â
A supervolcano, a murder loophole, body-melting water, and, of course, bison. Here are five things you didn’t know about Yellowstone. Â
On Tuesday, Idaho Fish and Game received emails about a dead shark washed up by the Salmon River. IFG had to investigate.
There’s no better way to cool off from a warm weather hike than by taking a dip in a lake, pond or swimming hole. Such bodies of water can be found in forests throughout the United States. Some are hidden gems, while some attract groups of people looking to cool off. Pack a towel, grab [...]
Crawfish, crayfish or crawdads: no matter what you call them, the popular freshwater crustaceans can be found in bodies of water throughout the U.S. They make for tasty meals, and are a staple in certain southern cuisines. While Louisiana tops the list of the best places to catch crawfish, it’s not the only spot rife [...]
Hiking is wonderful in and of itself, but having a scenic waterfall to admire–or even play in—adds another element of natural bliss. Here are 10 waterfalls around the country to explore on foot and enjoy up close and personal. 1. Havasu Falls, AZ How to get there: Located in the northeast corner of Arizona, Havasu [...]
Earlier this month, Idaho sledder Jeremiah Bigelow captured heart-stopping footage of a moose charging his brother on a snowmobile. According to Bigelow’s Instagram post, the two were riding along the trail when a moose wandered out of the woods and stepped between them. Bigelow, who was several yards behind his brother with his son and [...]
The world’s first national park, Yellowstone National Park was also the U.S.’s seventh-most national park in 2022. Spanning more than 2 million acres across Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, Yellowstone was established in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant. This vast expanse of land is home to various geothermal wonders such as hot springs, geysers and [...]
There is perhaps no thrill greater than climbing aboard a snowmobile and hearing that engine turn over waiting for you to hit the throttle. Whether you’re whizzing across frozen fields, navigating groomed forest trails or riding in the shadow of an imposing mountain range, there are thousands of miles of trails to explore across the [...]
Hot springs are defined by any body of water that’s heated by geothermal activity. With temperatures above 95°F, hot springs will typically be as warm or warmer than a person’s body temperature, so you can truly enjoy the soak. Some are heated by shallow bodies of molten rock while others are warmed by the circulation [...]
Humans have always been drawn to stargazing—and it’s easy to see why. The vast darkness juxtaposed against the brilliant dots of light evokes a sense of astronomical wonder that reminds us just how much more is out there beyond our own existence. In recent years, stargazing tourism has boomed, with travelers seeking out the best [...]