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Bear Safety

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Although bear-related fatalities at Yellowstone National Park are quite rare (44 grizzly bear injuries throughout the entire history), deterrents are still important to keep them at a distance. One of these comes in the form of bear spray, "a fine cloud of Capsicum derivatives to temporarily reduce a bear's ability to [breathe], see, and smell" (https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/bearspray.htm). Below, Luke and Hannah operate bear spray on some fairly aggressive shrubbery:


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Yellowstone is offering its Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program for the 33rd consecutive summer! YCC is a month-long residential program for young people between the ages of 15 and 18 years of age. They must be a US citizen or permanent resident of the United States, its territories, or its possessions. They also must provide a valid US Social Security number.

The YCC experience allows 6 teen enrollees and multiple staff members the opportunity to learn, work, and recreate in Yellowstone National Park. The program is challenging, educational, and fun, and offers participants opportunities to expand their horizons while building skills that will benefit them for a lifetime. No previous wilderness experience is required, but a willingness and ability to work in a physically active outdoor program, get along well with others, and maintain a positive attitude are essential for success.

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