An experienced Institute naturalist will meet you at a predetermined location and join you in your vehicle for a private introduction to park wildlife and ecology. Our instructors enjoy sharing their knowledge with visitors of all ages. Programs are available during September, October and November. We will offer one trip daily and reservations are required. The program cost includes all instruction and use of professional spotting scopes.
Participants provide their own vehicle, meals, personal clothing and other equipment.
Most programs include a combination of roadside viewing and short hikes in prime wildlife habitat. These schedules are flexible and can be modified to meet the needs of your group. The morning option begins with a pre-dawn drive to the Lamar Valley so that you will be in the best position to see wildlife at first light. Viewing is usually done along the road and can be good until about mid-morning, when animals become less active. At that point, groups typically opt for a short hike or driving tour with the instructor.