Inside Yellowstone
By National Park Service
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Podcast Description
Explore the wonders of Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, with a park ranger as your guide. A virtual tour of park features, such as Old Faithful, will get you closer to the nature, science, history and culture of Yellowstone whether you are planning a vacation or are merely traveling online. Learn more about the geysers and geology of this wild landscape formed by a super-volcano and discover the ecological processes, like fire, that have shaped the park. Examine the park's human history as well as wildlife including bears, wolves, bison and elk. Experience Americas first national park online or download the 90-second parkcasts to a portable player to view when you visit Yellowstone. Be sure to download the accompanying map from our website before your trip. For a more in-depth look at the issues facing the worlds first national park, see the related video documentary series, Yellowstone InDepth, located in the Science & Medicine in the Natural Sciences category.
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| 1 | Video0028a Yellowstone's Grand Canyon in Winter | The artist that shaped this American treasure continues to work on this unique place today. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Video0023a Winter at Yellowstone Lake | Visiting this frozen landscape is still worth the planning and effort it takes to get here. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 3 | Video0042w Winter Bird Watching | Visitors traveling to and from the West Entrance are rewarded with some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Video0042v The Wolverine Study | The wolverine is an elusive and fascinating animal you may never see. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Video0043q Hypothermia | Fall and spring seem to be the most dangerous seasons because people are not as prepared. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 6 | Video0042u Bear Safety | Learning what foods are available at certain times of the year can help you avoid confrontations. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 7 | Video0043p Climate Change | As the climate warms the tree-line moves higher and the Yellowstone region is left with less alpine tundra. | 2/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 8 | Video0043t Winter Emergency Kit | By looking at what we carry, you can develop your own emergency kit. | 2/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 9 | Video0001b Park Ranger Kelli English Introduction | Meet Park Ranger Kelli English and learn, in her own words, why Yellowstone is one of her favorite places. | 6/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 10 | Video0003c Mammoth Hot Springs in Winter | Most of the park is closed to wheeled vehicles in the winter. Mammoth is one of the areas that remains open. It offers fascinating views of hot spring terraces year around. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 11 | Video0006a Apollinaris Spring | The water in Appolinaris Spring reminded early visitors of the taste of the water from a popular, naturally carbonated, spring in Germany. Our spring was named for the German, Apollinaris Spring. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 12 | Video0043n Bombardiers | Winter rides into Yellowstone are still available on these old over-snow vehicles. These snowcoaches offer an alternative to snowmobiles that is appreciated by many. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 13 | Video0017e Old Faithful Snowlodge | The Snowlodge is the newest lodge in Yellowstone. This warm, inviting, timber-frame structure opened in 1999. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 14 | Video0021 Natural Bridge | A bay of Yellowstone Lake and the marina located there were named due to their proximity to the natural bridge. They hold the names Bridge Bay and Bridge Bay Marina. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 15 | Video0027 Hayden Valley | This ancient lakebed is now a huge valley that, each summer, hosts the largest bison rut in the world. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 16 | Video0042s American Bison | Ranger George provides a information about this largest land mammal in North America. Bison are not only icons that represents the National Park Service but they are also an American icon. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 17 | Video0042t American Dipper | The small grey birds called Dippers got their names from their behavior of dipping their bodies repeatedly before diving into the cold waters of Yellowstone's streams. While submerged they locate insect larvae, fish eggs, and other tidbits that serve as staples in their diet. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 18 | Video0041 The Effects of Weather on Geysers | Does Old Faithful erupt as predicted when the temperature is 40 below zero (F)? Do droughts or heavy rains effect geysers? This video provides some of the answers. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 19 | Video0043k Yellowstone's Campgrounds | With over 2000 campsites, camping opportunities abound for Yellowstone visitors. There are sites for tent campers as well as those driving recreational vehicles. One of our campgrounds, Fishing Bridge RV Park, even offers hookups. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 20 | Video0043l Snowflakes | Learn a little about stellar dendrites, simple crystals, and diamond dust. This video will help you develop a better appreciation for the white stuff. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 21 | Video0043o Winter Activities in Yellowstone | Yellowstone is a great place to visit in winter for skiing, snowshoeing, snowcoach touring, or just watching the huge steam plumes from erupting geysers. This video provides some of the basics regardiing winter activities. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 22 | Video0043m Avalanches | To protect yourself from the dangers of avalanches, watch this video to learn the basics, then follow the links on the bottom of the page to study the details. | 5/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 23 | Video0042m Hibernation | Take a closer look at how some animals survive Yellowstone's harsh winters. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 24 | Video0042n Winter Adaptations | Yellowstone's wildlife prepares for a long winter season in many ways. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 25 | Video0042o Cold Water Fishery | Yellowstone's cool climate and abundance of water, creates some perfect fish habitat. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 26 | Video0042p Winter Wildlife Viewing | You will need to dress warmly, but winter wildlife watching is spectacular. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 27 | Video0042q Winter Wolf Research | Researchers brave extreme conditions to understand how wolves are impacting Yellowstone. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 28 | Video0042r Bugle of the Elk | Follow Yellowstone's most abundant large mammal through the seasons. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 29 | Video0043e Backcountry Camping | You will need to take a few precautions before camping in Yellowstone's backcountry. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 30 | Video0043f Death in Yellowstone | Keep safety in mind when you venture into Yellowstone. Bears are not the only threat here. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 31 | Video0043g Our Glacial Landscape | While the glaciers are gone, their influence on the landscape remains. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 32 | Video0042h Mountain Lions | They are rarely seen, but Yellowstone is the perfect habitat for mountain lions. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 33 | Video0043h Winter Maintenance | It requires a massive amount of work to operate Yellowstone during winter. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 34 | Video0009 Artist Paint Pots | Get away from the crowds and you will be rewarded with a spectacular view at this unusual little hydrothermal basin. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 35 | Video0043i Winter Safety | Traveling to and from Yellowstone in winter can be a challenge. Planning a safe trip is a must. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 36 | Video0043j The History of Winter Use in Yellowstone | When temperatures drop far below zero, survival can be difficult. This short video explains how some Yellowstone inhabitants do it. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 37 | Video0035a Virginia Cascade Drive | A brief history of how soldiers and rangers have protected Yellowstone National Park | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 38 | Video0003b Old Gardiner Road | Cars and bicycles have replaced stagecoaches on this little used side road. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 39 | Video0035 Norris-Canyon Blowdown | How did this section of Yellowstone respond to two different disturbances? | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 40 | Video0008b Norris Soldier Station | A brief history of how soldiers and rangers have protected Yellowstone National Park | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 41 | Video0042i Clark's Nutcracker | This special bird can feed a bear and plant a forest. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 42 | Video0042j Moose | Dawn and dusk are the best times to see moose. But where should you look? | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 43 | Video0042k Trumpeter Swan | The beauty of these birds should always be enjoyed from a distance. | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 44 | Video0042l Tracks in Snow | Can you look at animal tracks to see the past? | 9/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 45 | Video0042a Coyote or Wolf? | This video provides information that will help you determine if the canid you are watching is a coyote or a wolf. It's not always that easy to tell the difference. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 46 | Video0043 The Name "Yellowstone" | Some think Yellowstone was named for the yellow walls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. It was actually named for the river that runs through it. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 47 | Video0043b The Effects of Extreme Cold on Yellowstone | Extreme cold in Yellowstone has led some streams to be fishless. All animals that survive the winter here have adaptations that allow them to do so. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 48 | Video0043a Wildland Fire Overview" | What happens when a fire starts in Yellowstone? Do Yellowstone forests recover after wildland fires? Watch this video to learn about fire in Yellowstone. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 49 | Video0043c Lodgepole Pines | Watch this video to learn what makes the lodgepole pine so common in the park. You'll also find out why they do so well in a place that burns so regularly. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 50 | Video0043d Glacial Erratics as Nursery Rocks | The glacial erratics ended up being of great value to one of Yellowston's native trees. This video will explain how they act as nursery rocks for those trees. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 51 | Video0042g Uinta Ground Squirrel | Uinta ground squirrels come out of hibernation in early spring. After just four or five short months, they head back underground and back into hibernation. If you're around while they are above ground, your in for a treat. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 52 | Video0042f Respect for Wildlife | In Yellowstone, wildlife watching opportunities abound. Do you know how close you can legally get to bears? How about bison? This video will fill you in on legalities as well as advice on wildlife watching etiquette. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 53 | Video0042e Beaver | Scientists are examining possible reasons for the rebound in the beaver population in Yellowstone. There is some disagreemen regarding the reasons. Watch this video to learn more. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 54 | Video0042d River Otters | River otters find Yellowstone a perfect home with great fishing opportunities. This video will teach you more about these fascinating creatures. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 55 | Video0042b Yellowstone's Bears | Want to see bears? Yellowstone's visitors have held a fascination for park bears throughout the history of the Yellowstone. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 56 | Video0042c Bighorn Sheep | There aren't many bighorn sheep in the park but you might still be able to see them if you follow the advice in this video. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 57 | Video0006 Sheepeater Cliff | Sheepeater Cliff was named by Yellowstone Superintendent Philetus Norris in 1879. Watch this video to learn why they were given that name. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 58 | Video0042 Wolf Cascade | Since gray wolves were returned they have had a significant effect on other members of the natural community. Park researchers are in the process of studying the effect of the return of the wolf to Yellowstone. | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 59 | Video0025 The Mud Volcano Area | Members of the 1870 Washburn Expedition named Mud Volcano for the cone-shaped mud that covered the feature when they first saw it. By 1872 a thermal explosion had blown that mud away to reveal what we see today. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 60 | Video0020 Along the Lewis River | The South Entrance Road runs alongside the Lewis River, past Lewis River Canyon and Lewis Falls, to Lewis Lake. All are named for Meriwether Lewis of Lewis and Clark fame. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 61 | Video0017d The Old Faithful Inn | The Old Faithful Inn was constructed in 1903 and 1904 from locally harvested lodgepole pines and locally quarried rhyolitic rock. New visitors walking in the front door all look up into a massive expansive lobby. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 62 | Video0029a Fire Lookouts | Yellowstone's Fire Lookouts spend the summer living alone, watching for signs of fire with every passing storm. Their offices are also their residences and they have windows on all sides, allowing a 360 degree view. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 63 | Video0014 Midway Geyser Basin | Midway hosts two of the largest thermal features of their types found anywhere in the world. Grand Prismatic is a huge hot spring and Excelsior Geyser is one of the largest geysers that formerly had eruptions 300 feet tall and 300 feet wide. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 64 | Video0015 Biscuit Basin | Biscuit Basin is one of three basins that make up the Upper Geyser Basin. Biscuit Basin is famous for the stone formations that surrounded some of the features prior to the 1959 earthquake. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 65 | Video0040b Programs for Kids | Park rangers have developed a series of programs especially for children. There is no better place to be a kid than in Yellowstone National Park, and no better way to understand this spectacular place than participating in our programs for kids. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 66 | Video0040a Ranger-led Programs | Ranger-led programs are one of the best ways to have fun and learn about Yellowstone. June through September park rangers offer walks and talks throughout the day at many park locations. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 67 | Video0011 Along the Madison River | The Madison River starts where the Gibbon and Firehole rivers come together at Madison Junction. The Madison River flows west 23 miles before exiting the park just north of West Yellowstone, MT. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 68 | Video0016 Black Sand Basin | Black Sand Basin is only about 1/2 mile from Old Faithful Geyser. It was named for the course black obsidian sand that surrounds the thermal features there. | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 69 | Video0032a Expedition: Yellowstone! | Back in 1985, park managers realized that tomorrow's decision-makers are here today. That's when Expedition: Yellowstone! was created to teach students about how the wonders of Yellowstone relate to them in thier daily lives. | 5/31/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 70 | Video0017c Geyser or Hot Spring? | When they arent erupting, geysers may look similar to hot springs from the surface. There are clues that may help park visitors determine if a hydrothermal feature erupts and can be called a geyser. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 71 | Video0023 Lake Village Area Overview | Yellowstone Lake is one of the largest high elevation lakes in North America and has attracted wildlife and humans to its shores for thousands of years. In this video a park ranger introduces this popular area of Yellowstone National Park. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 72 | Video0001 Introduction to Inside Yellowstone | When you visit Yellowstone National Park you are likely to meet park rangers roving the main park areas. That is a great opportunity to have your questions answered. We decided it would be nice if our online visitors could have their own roving ranger. In this video you will meet Park Ranger Beth Taylor and learn why she accepted the challenge of creating our online roving ranger videos. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 73 | Video0031 Lamar Valley and Wolves | Though once intentionally exterminated, wolves were returned to Yellowstone in 1995. They are quite visible to park visitors and biologists in the Lamar Valley. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 74 | Video0001a Park Ranger George Heinz Introduction | Meet Park Ranger George Heinz and learn about his love for Yellowstone. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 75 | Video0002 Roosevelt Arch | President Theodore Roosevelt laid the cornerstone of the famous arch that stands at the park's North Entrance. Learn more about the history of the arch in this short video. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 76 | Video0003 Mammoth Hot Spring Terraces Overview | There are several factors that lead these springs to form spectacular terraces that are always changing. Park Ranger Beth Taylor will explain how the terraces are built in this short video. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 77 | Video0003a Fort Yellowstone | Initially congress established the Yellowstone National Park without allocating funds to protect it. In order to keep the park safe from poachers, miners, and squatters, the army was brought in and they established a fort at Mammoth Hot Springs. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 78 | Video0034 Petrified Trees | Yellowstone is home to the worlds largest concentration of petrified trees. Learn how the forests turned to stone and what they reveal about Yellowstones past. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 79 | Video0004 The Hoodoos | The Mammoth Hoodoos are travertine limestone deposits left by ancient hot springs. They broke away from Terrace Mountain and came to lie in a jumbled heap that looks as if it were strewn about by giants. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 80 | Video0005 Golden Gate | Golden Gate was named for the golden rocks that line the walls of the canyon. It has been used as a passage to the rest of the park by visitors entering through our oldest entrance, the North Entrance. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 81 | Video0010 National Park Mountain | Legend says a discussion around a campfire below this mountain led to the establishment of the first national park in the world. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 82 | Video0007 Roaring Mountain | Roaring Mountain's steam vents can now be heard to hiss at the visitors who stop to see them. Changes in Yellowstone's features are commonplace. When you visit, stop to listen, as Roaring Mountain might very well ROAR once again. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 83 | Video0008 Norris Geyser Basin Overview | Norris Geyser Basin, named after Yellowstone's first Superintendent, contains the hottest, oldest, and most acidic thermal features in the park. It is also the thermal area that changes most often. If you are interested in learning more about the dynamic nature of Norris, this video is for you. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 84 | Video0008a Dangerous Beauty | Visitors break through the thin crust of rock and burn their legs in boiling water below far too often. They also approach wildlife too closely and we have injuries from elk and bison encounters every year. Learn more about the dangers you face when visiting Yellowstone, and how to avoid them, in this short film. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 85 | Video0022a Where's the Volcano? | The massive size of the Yellowstone Volcano, sometimes referred to as a supervolcano for its enormous eruptions, makes it tough to spot if youre looking for a cone-shaped mountain volcano. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 86 | Video0022 What Makes Yellowstone, Yellowstone? | Why is the park filled with geysers, waterfalls, and lodgepole pine trees? Its all because of the Yellowstone Volcano. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 87 | Video0017 Old Faithful Area Overview | A Park Ranger gives a brief introduction to the most visited area of Yellowstone. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 88 | Video0014a Hot Water Ecosystem | A surprising amount of life exists in the geyser basins of Yellowstone. Thermophiles thrive in the harsh conditions of hot springs and are the subject of ongoing research. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 89 | Video0019 Grant Village and West Thumb Geyser Basin | Park Ranger Beth Taylor introduces the highlights of Grant Village and West Thumb Geyser Basin along the southwestern shore of Yellowstone Lake. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 90 | Video0030 Tower Fall and Roosevelt Junction Area | Some of the highlights of this less-visited area in the northeastern section of Yellowstone include Tower Fall, a waterfall made famous by artist Thomas Moran. His depiction of these falls, along with his other paintings, helped convince congress to establish Yellowstone as the first national park. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 91 | Video0017a Why is Old Faithful so Famous | Old Faithful Geyser is famous due to its size, regularity, and predictability. Those factors have led Yellowstone visitors to watch its spectacular eruptions. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 92 | Video0028 Canyon Area Overview | The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a favorite spot among park visitors. In this video a ranger explains the reasons for the bright colors of the canyon walls and how to safely view the waterfalls. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 93 | Video0017b Why are there Geysers Here? | Yellowstone has all the things geysers need to exist: water, heat, special plumbing, and protection. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 94 | Video0018 Continental Divide | The continental divide, or Great Divide, winds through Yellowstone marking the spot where the rivers flow either to the Pacific or Atlantic oceans. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 95 | Video0032 Lamar Buffalo Ranch | The Lamar Buffalo Ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places. In this video a park ranger explains the history behind the ranch and its important role in preventing the extinction of American buffalo. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 96 | 00001 A PDF Podcast Map of Yellowstone | The numbers on this map match the podcast numbers allowing you to determine where you should play each podcast while visiting Yellowstone. | 2/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 96 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
Great Information
These are rather short but have a lot of good information in them. Well presented by Beth and enjoyable. Finally a good way to spend some of our tax dollars!
Five reasons to subscribe:
1. It’s a great source for safety tips. 2. It’s a way to learn about park features you’d probably miss. 3. To learn about Yellowstone’s flora & fauna. 4. To learn about Yellowstone’s history. 5. Even if you plan on never visiting the park, these programs will help to instill a sense awe and wonder in the natural world.
Wonderful and Enticing
Although a bit short, these videos are a great way to get a taste of Yellowstone Park. My bags would be packed if I lived closer.
