DAY 1

WELCOME & ORIENTATION

The program starts with an evening orientation. Participants will get to know one another and be introduced to the program. Throughout the evening, the itinerary and seminar key concepts will be discussed, as well as what to expect to pack for the field each day.

DAY 2

Introduction to the Land

Participants will introduce themselves to the land. Breakfast will be at the ranch, after which the class will travel to Mammoth Hot Springs to engage with the thermal features. The afternoon will be spent on campus reading, writing, and sharing. The introduction to Stickman is today!

DAY 3

Continued Work

The day will be spent around the campus continuing to work on what started yesterday. Time will be reserved for writing, discussion, and just being. Wildlife observations will be taken advantage of with a possible foray into the park.

DAY 4

Closing Day

Morning will be spent in quiet reflection, with optional wildlife watching in Yellowstone. The class will have time for additional writing exercises and will engage with closing activities.

PROGRAM ENDS

Dates & Times: The program begins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025, and goes through Monday, February 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Meals: This course is not catered. Participants will need to bring their own food; lunch should be able to travel in the field.

Whom to Contact: For any questions, concerns, or additional information please contact the following:

Program itinerary, health forms, payment, and general program questions please contact Yellowstone Forever at [email protected] or 406-848-2400 extension 3

Road updates, park conditions, and general park information please contact Yellowstone National Park Service at https://www.nps.gov/yell/contacts.htm

If running late for a program, please contact 406-848-9128.

General Information: For general information about the facilities, preparation for classes, what to expect, cancellation policies, and more, please see the Gardiner – Winter General Information document.

ACTIVITY LEVEL 1

• Be prepared for leisurely hikes up to 1 mile per day through relatively flat terrain on maintained or snow-packed trails.
• Most activities will take place at elevations between 7,200 to 8,000 feet. Participants residing at lower elevations may want to arrive a day early to adjust to the altitude.
• To learn more about how specific medical conditions can be affected by Yellowstone’s environment and our activities, please visit our site page on health information.
• All field activities will be conducted as a group. If members of the group cannot participate in the day’s activities, they need to let the educator know in advance.
• To participate in this program, each participant must fill out and sign a health questionnaire and assumption of risk waiver. These forms must be completed and returned at least 30 days prior to the program start date.

• journals
• pens
• pencils

Whom to Contact: For any questions, concerns, or additional information please contact the following:

Program itinerary, health forms, payment, and general program questions please contact Yellowstone Forever at [email protected] or 406-848-2400 extension 3

Road updates, park conditions, and general park information please contact Yellowstone National Park Service at https://www.nps.gov/yell/contacts.htm

If running late for a program, please contact 406-848-9128.

General Information: For general information about the facilities, preparation for classes, what to expect, cancellation policies, and more, please see the Gardiner – Winter General Information document.