Yellowstone Resources and Issues Handbook 2025 Edition: An Annual Compendium of Information About Yellowstone National Park Paperback – September 1, 2025

** Complete New Release for 2025 * 289 Pages - Printed in Full Color **Yellowstone Resources and Issues Handbook 2025 EditionYellowstone Resources and Issues Handbook 2025 Edition (Illustrated)An Annual Compendium of Information About Yellowstone National ParkNational Park ServiceUpdated / Illustrated by Charlie HicksIncludes major updates for this 2025 Edition. This is an extremely valuable resource book for anyone who has or is going to visit Yellowstone. It is THE resource book with an amazing amount of detail on the entire Yellowstone Ecosystem, it's animals, geography, geology, biosphere, vegetation, management and much, much more!Get your copy prior to going to Yellowstone or obtain your copy now to read and learn about all the detail behind the park now that you've seen it.This 2025 Edition is the latest of an annual compendium of important concepts about Yellowstone’s many resources, park history, science and research conducted in the greater Yellowstone area, and critical management issues facing Yellowstone National Park.Many people have dedicated their lives and careers to studying Yellowstone and the park has a long history of research and public interest. The park hosts more than 150 researchers from various agencies, universities, and organizations each year. They produce hundreds of papers, manuscripts, books, and book chapters on their work annually—a volume of information that is difficult to absorb. This compendium is intended to help you understand the important concepts about Yellowstone’s many resources and contains information about the park’s history, natural and cultural resources, and issues.Yellowstone National Park is as wondrous as it is complex. The park has rich human and ecological stories that continue to unfold. When Yellowstone was established as the world’s first national park in 1872, it sparked an idea that influenced the creation of the National Park Service and the more than 400 sites it protects today across the United States. Yellowstone National Park also forms the core of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.At 34,375 square miles, it is one of the largest, nearly intact temperate-zone ecosystems on Earth. The park continues to influence preservation and science, and we are pleased to share its stories with you.The Major Topics Covered in this Newly Updated 2025 Edition Include:Park FactsFrequently Asked QuestionsHistory of the ParkPreserving Cultural ResourcesGreater Yellowstone EcosystemGeologyLife in Extreme HeatVegetationFireWildlifeYou'll enjoy the amazing photos, descriptions and historical context of all the features within Yellowstone National Park!Geography:Approximately 3,472 square miles (8,991 km2) 2,221,766 acres or 899,116 hectares.63 air miles north to south (102 km) 54 air miles east to west (87 km)96% in Wyoming, 3% in Montana, 1% in IdahoHighest Point: 11,358 feet (3,462 m; Eagle Peak) Lowest Point: 5,282 feet (1,610 m; Reese Creek)Larger than Rhode Island and Delaware combinedAbout 5% covered by water; 15% by grassland; and 80% by forestsBe sure to pick up a copy of this handbook!Your entire family will enjoy Yellowstone!You'll refer to it frequently before, during and after your visit to Yellowstone NP.A park like no other - a landmark park everyone can enjoy and will marvel over.Get this book and plan your next trip NOW! Read more