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alesis
Explorer
Jun 03, 2017

Glacier/Grand Teton/Yellowstone NPs - what to do?

Hey guys- Visiting the NPs listed in July, and I'm wondering what are "must do" in the parks and surrounding areas. Kids are 6,10 and 12 and love hikin and scenic spots as well as the usual tourist...
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Braces
Explorer
Jun 03, 2017
Talk with Rangers about need for bear spray if hiking and let Ranger tell kids about hiking "rules" for wild animal encounters and safety around geothermal areas. Also let kids do the Junior Ranger programs in the parks, they usually love it.

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