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The Winter months in Rocky offer plenty of "OH MAN, you should have been here" moments for the summer visitors. November is prime time for the mule deer rut, coyotes and elk are still very active and it snows very little. Late November and December is the big horn sheep rut with rams smashing into each other at 35 mph, and if your lucky you can hear the echo of their collisions over a mile away. The New Year brings more snow and investigating animal tracks made by snowshoe hares, bobcats, elk, deer, sheep, mice, pine squirrels, birds, coyote, and mountain lion can be great fun. Each track tells the story of survival in the snow. Wildlife is still readily seen, especially the elk, coyotes, and deer. Late February through April is prime time for big horn sheep as the female and lamb bands come down to the lower hills almost everyday. If your lucky the big horn rams will show up as well. Winter is also a great time to see the various bird species that spend winter with us, nothing warms your cold toes like the song of a flock of Chickadees. The scavenging birds like Magpies, Crows, and Ravens are all out showing just how smart they really are surviving the winter and having fun in the snow. Check out the lastest sightings and adventures on Yellow Wood Guiding's Blog Tour Details: Groups are limited to four people to ensure each person has a quality experience with our naturalist. Larger groups please call for details. Binoculars are available for each person as well as use of a spotting scope to really bring those distant creatures into view. Snowshoes are available for use, but you should consider renting a pair of snowshoes and poles for your entire stay. Rentals are available at the Warming House. Sunscreen, water and snacks are provided for all guests. Be sure to dress warm and in layers. Avoid cotton socks and jeans as they absorb water. Warm people see more animals.*Not included: Park entrance fees are $10 per person or $40 for an annual pass. |
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Winter Rates: November - April 14th
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