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Jenny Golding

Jenny Golding

Jenny Golding is the founding editor of A Yellowstone Life and writes from her home at the north entrance to Yellowstone in Gardiner, Montana.


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Yellowstone’s Spring Birding Hotspots

Yellowstone’s Spring Birding Hotspots

Written by: Jenny Golding, February 21st, 2024

Categories: Tips

Over 150 species of birds return to Yellowstone each year to mate and raise young.

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Guide to Watching Wildlife in Yellowstone By Month

Guide to Watching Wildlife in Yellowstone By Month

Written by: Jenny Golding, March 13th, 2020

Categories: Facts

A Year of Yellowstone Wildlife Watching

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Animal Tracks: Reading Stories on the Landscape

Animal Tracks: Reading Stories on the Landscape

Written by: Jenny Golding, February 15th, 2020

Categories: Facts

Curious how to track animals in Yellowstone National Park? Read our blog to learn how and where to find animal tracks,

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11 Ways To Get Amazing Winter Photos

11 Ways To Get Amazing Winter Photos

Written by: Jenny Golding, August 03rd, 2023

Categories: Tips Winter

Peaceful snowy landscapes, billowing steam, frost-covered bison: how do you capture the essence of winter in Yellowstone? These tips will help you creatively capture your winter experiences.

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Top 3 Fall Hikes in Yellowstone

Top 3 Fall Hikes in Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, September 25th, 2019

Categories: Plan

Looking for the best fall colors in Yellowstone? These hikes should be on your list!

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The Most Scenic Drives to Yellowstone

The Most Scenic Drives to Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, August 19th, 2019

Categories: Plan

You’ve decided you’re driving to Yellowstone. Which route will you take? Every road leading to Yellowstone is breathtaking.

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Romance of Lake Hotel

Romance of Lake Hotel

Written by: Jenny Golding, May 15th, 2019

Categories: Facts

Staying at the Lake Hotel is like stepping into a dream; no matter how busy the park is, Lake Hotel is always serene, calm, and romantic.

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A Perfect Park Day: Spring in Yellowstone

A Perfect Park Day: Spring in Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, April 08th, 2019

Categories: Plan

The rewards of a trip in early spring are worth it.

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The Northern Range – Yellowstone’s Wildlife Hub

The Northern Range – Yellowstone’s Wildlife Hub

Written by: Jenny Golding, March 04th, 2019

Categories: Facts

Yellowstone's northern range boasts one of the largest collections of free-roaming animals in the world

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Yellowstone: A Skier’s Paradise

Yellowstone: A Skier’s Paradise

Written by: Jenny Golding, January 04th, 2019

Categories: Winter

Yellowstone boasts dozens of excellent groomed and skier-tracked trails in a winter paradise that is still relatively undiscovered.

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A Perfect Park Day: Winter in Yellowstone

A Perfect Park Day: Winter in Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, December 11th, 2018

Categories: Winter

Winter on the Northern Range

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What NOT to do in Yellowstone

What NOT to do in Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, October 11th, 2018

Categories: Tips

For many people, Yellowstone is a once in a lifetime experience. Here are five tips for making the most of your visit.

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A Perfect Park Day: Autumn in Yellowstone

A Perfect Park Day: Autumn in Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, September 10th, 2018

Categories: Plan

Autumn in Yellowstone is more than just a season - it’s a feeling. September and October hold the promise of bright sunny days with a picturesque dusting of snow.

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Sound the Bugle: Making the Most of the Elk and Bison Rut

Sound the Bugle: Making the Most of the Elk and Bison Rut

Written by: Jenny Golding, August 13th, 2018

Categories: Plan

What you need to know to safely enjoy these annual wildlife spectacles.

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Helping To Protect The Rivers That Run Through Yellowstone

Helping To Protect The Rivers That Run Through Yellowstone

Written by: Jenny Golding, July 09th, 2018

Categories: Facts

These pristine waters—and the native organisms that live in them—are in danger from aquatic invasive species. Yellowstone is working to protect the park’s waters, and you can help.

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Painting the Soul of Yellowstone’s Wildlife

Painting the Soul of Yellowstone’s Wildlife

Written by: Jenny Golding, May 08th, 2018

Categories: People

Contemporary Native American Artist DG House will be one of the Artists in Residence in Yellowstone this summer.

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3 Insider’s Tips for Visiting Yellowstone in Spring

3 Insider’s Tips for Visiting Yellowstone in Spring

Written by: Jenny Golding, March 15th, 2018

Categories: Tips

Spring is one of the most dynamic times of year in Yellowstone. Here are a few tips for how to make the most of your spring visit.

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Lake Hotel Awarded Green Seal Gold Certification

Lake Hotel Awarded Green Seal Gold Certification

Written by: Jenny Golding, April 25th, 2018

Categories: News

Since 1891 the stately Lake Yellowstone Hotel has welcomed visitors to her grandeur, and now she's setting an example for sustainable lodging.

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