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Please bring your Golden Age, Senior, or National Park pass for entry into Yellowstone National Park.
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Demands of high altitude winter travel are greater than in the summer. Program activities range from easy to moderately challenging. The elevation alone will increase the activity level before you engage in any physical activities. Each day you will enjoy moderate walking to explore some of Yellowstone’s many wonders. Should you have a history of altitude or respiratory difficulties, serious heart problems, or any medical conditions that might be exacerbated by winter stress, take this into consideration before your trip. If you are unable to participate, or choose not to participate, you will miss important information and interpretation. In addition, falling behind during activities can put you at risk of possible wildlife encounters and/or winter exposure dangers. The academic components for this program are provided in the classroom, while traveling throughout the park during field days, and along the trails during outdoor activities.
Arrival day is on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Meet the group at Springhill Suites in Bozeman, Montana
Start of Trip: Hotel check-in 3:00-4:00 p.m. followed by Program Registration, Welcome Dinner, and Orientation
Your trip ends on: Sunday, February 22, 2026 in Bozeman, Montana at Springhill Suites
End of Trip: The program concludes on Day 7 following breakfast.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 15 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 8 miles .
Lyft
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a phone app or online.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 15 minutes .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 8 miles .
Uber
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a phone app or online.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time from the last location is 15 minutes .
The estimated distance to the last location is 8 miles .
Lyft
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a phone app or online.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time from the last location is 15 minutes .
The estimated distance to the last location is 8 miles .
Uber
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a phone app or online.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 1.5-2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 90 miles .
Budget Rent a Car
Car Rentals
Phone: 4063884091
Cost: Please contact transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Taxi and shuttle services from the Bozeman Airport to the program site can be expensive. It may be cheaper to rent a car. For additional car rental options visit bozemanairport.com/ground-transportation to view rates and availability. Please note that there are no drop-off rental car locations once you leave Bozeman, thus car rental options will need to be made for the duration of the program. Parking is free in Gardiner and in Yellowstone National Park.
Arrival day is on 2/16/2026.
Meet the group at Springhill Suites in Bozeman, Montana.
Start of Trip: Hotel check-in 3:00-4:00 p.m. followed by Program Registration, Welcome Dinner, and Orientation
Your trip ends on: Sunday, February 22, 2026 in Bozeman, Montana at Springhill Suites.
End of Trip: The program concludes on Day 7 following breakfast..
Parking available for $12 per night at first location.
From the South (Big Sky, MT) to Bozeman (Springhill Suites)
From US-191 Continue straight at the stop light onto MT-85/ Jackrabbit Ln for 2 miles. Turn right onto E Baxter lane for 1.9 miles. At the traffic circle take the second exit onto Baxter Lane. Springhill Suites will be on the left in 1.7 miles.
From the East (Billings, MT) To Bozeman (Springhill Suites)
If coming from the east on I-90 take exit 306 for N. 7th Avenue. Turn left onto N 7the Avenue. Continue on North 7th for .3 miles. Turn right on to Baxter Lane. Springhill Suites will be on the right in .8 miles.
From the West (Butte MT) to Bozeman (Springhill Suites)
Heading East on I-90 take exit 305 for N 19th Ave. Turn right on N 19th Ave for .9 miles. Turn left on Baxter Lane and Springhill Suites will be on the left in .3 miles.