num_pages: 268
description: Yellowstone National Park is as wondrous as it is complex. The park has a rich history of human and ecological stories that continue to unfold. When Yellowstone was established as the worlds first national park in 1872 it sparked an idea that influenced the creation of the National Park Service and the nearly 400 sites across the United States it protects today. Yellowstone National Park also forms the core of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. At 28000 square miles it is one of the largest intact temperate-zone ecosystems on Earth. The park continues to influence preservation and science and we are pleased to share its stories with you.Many people have dedicated their lives and careers to studying Yellowstone and the park has a long history of study and public interest. This compendium is intended to help you understand the important concepts about its many resources and contains information about the parks history natural and cultural resources and issues. Each chapter is edited and carefully reviewed for accuracy and relevance.
language: English
title: Yellowstone Resources and Issues Handbook: 2013
publisher: U.S. Department of the Interior