Two of the primary questions we get from our first-time Yellowstone guests are: “What will the weather be like?” and “How should I dress?” We get it. Committing to a day afield in an unfamiliar environment can be daunting, especially in a place like Yellowstone where the weather can keep even the most seasoned visitors guessing. Yellowstone’s Northern Range is considered high-mountain desert, where temperatures throughout the course of a day can vary widely.

As March transitions into April here at Yellowstone National Park’s North Entrance we can’t help but pause and reflect on the monumental efforts that provided us with this world-class experiment in preservation. We also can’t help considering how, ultimately, this wild environment has molded each and every one of us–guides, mentors, guests, and residents—into the human beings we are today.

It’s that time of year again in Yellowstone! The time of year snow starts melting, grasses start greening, and the anticipation of baby animals fills the air. Bears, bison, and other wildlife start appearing with their offspring as early as April here at Yellowstone’s North Entrance. Shortly after, in May and June, we see wolf and coyote pups emerge from dens. Elk calves rise on wobbly legs to examine their new surroundings, and bighorn sheep lambs leap