Our national parks don’t shut down in the winter. In fact, this is when some experiences actually come alive, so now is the time to go.
The Yellowstone Association in Wyoming has a very cool naturalist program where you get to track the wolves inside the park.
For three days, you’ll snowshoe your way through the northern range wolf habitat, using high-powered spotting scopes and binoculars to track these wild creatures. Not only that, but the price also includes educational evening programming, hotel and meals.
If you can brave the cold at Glacier National Park, the Glacier Institute has everything from tracking wildlife in the snow to spotting winter owls and raptors.
The Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park starts its programming in early spring, so start planning now. We’re talking geology walks with a naturalist, along with photography and painting in the desert.
Best of all, these programs take place in the off season at the parks. That means you can take advantage of cheaper rates in the park lodges and, my favorite perk, you’ll practically have the entire park to yourself.
For more information, check out the National Parks section.
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