On August 25, 2006 the Yellowstone Association’s new Park Store at the Canyon Visitor Education Center opened to the public. This professionally designed, 1100 square foot store is helping the Association increase its educational and financial support for Yellowstone. Made possible through the generosity of Legacy for Learning capital campaign donors, the new store has already exceeded expectations for sales and memberships. More than 700 new members joined the Yellowstone Association in the month of September at the Canyon store. Sales of educational products, especially geology-related books and materials, also soared in the first month. Based on this early success, we anticipate that the Canyon store alone - the first of a new generation of redesigned stores in the Park- will be able to return more than $100,000 to the National Park Service each year to support education and research in Yellowstone.

Treat your siblings, co-workers, friends, grandchildren, or any small group to a holiday gift they will never forget: a day in Yellowstone’s winter wonderland with a Yellowstone Association naturalist guide. Our eight-hour Ed-Ventures are an educational immersion in winter wildlife watching. You’ll join an expert whose knowledge of wildlife habitat and behavior will enhance your opportunity to learn “in the field” about wolves, elk, eagles, bison, coyotes, and other wildlife. We provide comfortable transportation, high-quality spotting scopes, an itinerary tailored to the needs of your group, and expert instruction, leaving you to enjoy a worry-free day of learning in Yellowstone. Mention this offer when making your reservation and receive $25 off the cost of your Personal Ed-Venture.

One of our flying-off-the-shelves books from the past summer, Once Around the Sun in Yellowstone by Doug Dance provides images and narratives of the author/photographer’s year of living in the heart of Yellowstone. This full-color, hardcover book would delight anyone who has ever been to Yellowstone, or dreamed of visiting, through all the seasons of the year. Copyright 2006. PRICE: $38.00 MEMBER PRICE: $32.30

Xanterra Parks & ResortsŪ continues to offer Yellowstone Association members a 25% discount on all in-park accommodations during the winter season. The 25% discount is available at the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel (from January 1 through March 3, 2007) and the Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins (from January 1 through March 10, 2007). Yellowstone Association members may make reservations with the discount prior to the day of arrival, based upon availability. To receive the discounted rate, call 1-866-Geyserland (866-439- 7375) or 307-344-7311 and identify yourself as a Yellowstone Association member. Mid-range rooms at Mammoth Hot Springs are $76.50 (regularly $102) and rooms without bath are $57 (regularly $76) High- range rooms at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge are $128.25 (regularly $171) and western cabins are $92.25 (regularly $123) These rates are based on 1 - 2 person occupancy ad do not include tax.

If you are an enthusiastic individual, or couple, who enjoys sharing your knowledge of Yellowstone with others, considering serving as a “Park Host” for the winter of 2006-2007. Based in Mammoth Hot Springs, this volunteer position is perfect for those who love Yellowstone, are comfortable with public speaking, and would enjoy being an educational ambassador for Yellowstone’s winter programs and resources. According to Lucy Alt, a returning Park Host Volunteer, “the best part of the job is meeting people from all over the world who are extremely interested in learning about Yellowstone.” Park Hosts are provided with accommodations, meals, and comprehensive training. The winter season extends from mid-December 2006 to early March, 2007.