The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center provides visitors to the Yellowstone area an opportunity to observe, learn and appreciate grizzly bears and gray wolves. They open 365 days a year, including holidays, (GWDC bears do not hibernate). The education team at the center has put together a full week of programs designed for children attending the Yellowstone Ski Festival.
Click HERE for their flier complete with program details.
The GWDC is located just one block from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park and one block south of the IMAX Theater. Adult 2 day rates are $10.50, kids $5.50 or consider a year family membership for $65. A visit to the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center is a great way to round out your ski vacation or any trip to West Yellowstone.
Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS) has offered natural science education-based programs at the Yellowstone Ski Festival in the past and is excited to be back again. This year’s exciting line-up for Kindergarten through 6th grades has programs that fit with the ski clinic schedule including options for half-day or full-day programs. Pre- registration required - classes fill quickly! We hope to see you in West Yellowstone!
Pre-registration will be required, with a minimum of ten children per session and a maximum of 12-14 needed. Cost $40 for a half day and $70 for a full day. Students must bring classic cross country skiing equipment and warm clothing for outdoor adventures.
Wonders of Winter Grades K-2nd
Join Montana Outdoor Science School as we introduce children to the mysteries of winter through sensory awareness exploration on skis and hands-on projects. Morning and afternoon classes will offer winter investigations, a cross-country ski tour on the trails, and conclude with a story and art project.
Choose one or two half-day programs!
8:15-12:00 OR 1:30-4:30
$40 per half-day, Pre-registration required!
Chinophiles Friday, November 26, 8:15-12:00
Some creatures leave when the snow comes, some shut down to avoid it and some LOVE it! Come discover who thrives in the winter as we investigate the snow-loving Chinophiiles!
Winter Impressions Friday, November 26, 1:30-4:30
Winter creates incredible designs and patterns throughout the snowy landscape. Using nature as our inspiration, explore the science behind nature’s artwork and create winter impressions to take home!
Tracks & Trails Saturday, November 27 , 8:15-12:00
Who’s been there? Take a closer look on a winter foray and search for the snowy clues of animal life. We will search for tracks, browsed branches, empty nest and scattered seeds, solving the mystery of who’s been there.
Snow Forts! Saturday, November 27, 1:30-4:30
Investigate snowflake composition and fracture and how it relates to creating a structure out of snow. Students will have the opportunity to work together while building aQuiznee (snow cave) and to learn how to shelter themselves from the winter chill.
Adventure in Winter Ecology Grades 3rd-6th
An exciting cross-country ski and winter ecology adventure offered by Montana Outdoor Science School.
8:15 am -4:30 pm
Fee: $ 70 per day, Pre-registration required!
Madison River Magic Friday, November 23, 8:15-4:30
Winter is a magical time to ski along the Madison River. Explore the snow-coated landscape on cross-country skis as we search for animal tracks along the banks and investigate how animals have adapted to move across the snow. As we wind our way through the winter woods we will take a close look at natures designs gaining inspiration for an afternoon of creative splendor while warming-up with hot chocolate and winter treats.
Snow Forts! Saturday, November 24, 8:15-4:30
Investigate snowflake composition and fracture and how it relates to creating a structure out of snow. Students will have the opportunity to work together while building a Quiznee (snow cave) and to learn how to shelter themselves from the winter chill.
The following equipment is needed: 
Don't miss out on these great programs for little skiers.
backpack
filled water bottle
sack lunch and afternoon snack for all day program
long underwear
extra warm insulative layer (sweater/fleece)
snow jacket and pants
gloves/mittens AND warm hat
extra pair of wool socks
extra gloves/mittens
snow boots
cross country skis, poles and boot