Not much to ski here in the Wasatch at the moment. However, I wanted to get out for an adventure. There’s a little window where vehicles and snowmobiles are not allowed in Yellowstone National Park. I thought it would be a fun time to ski into Old Faithful on the snow covered roads for some exercise and to film some scenery and wildlife.
I arrived late and headed into the park via West Yellowstone.
I found out that despite the road being closed to the public they were still plowing if for service vehicles, rangers, construction etc.
There was enough snow on the road or on the sides to put my rental gear to use (thanks to Kirkhams Outdoor Products in SLC).
Darkness came after only 5 miles or so. I spooked some large mammals on the road!
Yes, I was a little spooked as well, but felt fine continuing. That was until the point where I heard a large pack of wolves having some sort of wild rumpus and they were in the direction of my travel. I set up camp next to the river.
It was cold, Yellowstone cold! And the wolves kept howling wildly every half hour or so making for a really restless night. I had borrowed a friends Glock 9mm which provided me with a nice false sense of security.
The sunrise in this place was what I had dreamt it might be.
I was behind scheduled miles, but I traveled slowly and filmed hoar frost melting on grass, steam off the river and the locals.
In talking with a park ranger I found out the road to Old Faithful was closed. The road north to Mammoth was pretty melted out and so my plans were changed.
Made it into the Madison Junction by mid day and just spent the afternoon melting in the hot springs.
Not a bad spot to watch the sunset.
That night was really clear and very cold. Since I was at a dead end I decided to head back out the next morning. 14 miles back to the car.
Short but sweet trip and I was able to gather some good beta on returning next year for a longer period of time, hopefully with better conditions for traveling.
I shot some vid and I’ll try to put it together for the web this week.
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Wow thanks for being so diplomatic. I can see why my boyfriend respects you so much. I think you’re doing some great things.
I’m impressed! It’s nice to see someone very passionate about what they do. Trust all your future posts turn out as well.Thanks!
All you have to do is to the any National park web site to see all the rules. Please do that next time. Ignorance is no excuse when all ypu have to do is look it up, call or ask!
Some very valid comments Julianne and Love Nature. There was some ignorance on my part on several things. When I showed up there were no rangers to talk to and so I didn’t gather some information that would have changed some of my actions. I’d like to respond, not to excuse myself, but so you can understand my actions were not with the intent to mis-use or abuse the laws or the land.
I didn’t know you had to camp in designated area’s until the second day when I spoke with a ranger. Then I camped in a designated area. I left no trace, but the imprint in the snow. The ranger never mentioned the hot springs were off limits and I even asked him where they were. I got the information about the springs from a friend who recommended them and I thought they were open to the public.
The gun was to scare off wolves or bears, not trophy hunt, I wouldn’t have shot at anything or anyone.
Obviously you haven’t read much on my blog, I do stupid stuff all the time (wearing new boots is pretty mild). However, I try to respect all the crazy rules when I know what they are.
Thanks for bringing these things to my attention and hopefully we all learned a thing or two.
Well, let me see, first off you should not be camping in back country alone, very stupid. Second, you are soaking in hot springs that are not suppose to be soaked in, that is against YNP rules. Also, you are only allowed to carry a gun that is registered to you and allowable in the state you are in. so carrying your friends gun is illegal by the law standards. Last but not least, if you are so afraid of the wolves why are you camping where they live? Please leave your gun or friends gun at home next time, as it is obvious you would have killed some wild life if you were just a bit scared….and How stupid can you be to wear new hiking boots? you do not belong in the back country at all, stay away please! hope your foot heals up ok!!! you need to learn alot more about back country camping and hiking before you go again.
illegal and irresponsible. no guns allowed in Yellowstone at the time you went in. you were a danger to yourself and to anyone else who might have had to come in to your aid.
Did you ever stop to consider the death of the thermophiles/microbes as you sat in the hot springs (illegal also). these microbes don’t appreciate your body oils… and by the way, they are heavily researched for medical cures for ailments you may someday have. I do not find your ‘adventure’ to be an inspiration… camping off trail, carrying an un-needed, illegal hand gun for ‘safety’ (stupid), illegal hot potting…. Yellowstone in my park, too, and you mis-used her and abused her.
I’ve got a handgun, does that mean I can come along next time?
cool stuff man
Very cool Noah! I’ve been wondering about doing something like this for years. Any kiting potential? Big peaks? Any maps of where you went?
So many questions…
Andrew
A partner would be nice. Let’s rumble!
Yellowstone, one of the top reasons I’m moving to Wyoming. I would love to fight off the wolves with you next year.