This was located across the street from where we stayed. We saw tons of bison in the park but no bears or wolves. This was not only good for viewing but educational in an interesting way. They put some food up in a tree and we saw just how quickly a bear could climb a tree when motivated to do so.
This was recommended to me on my trip and I highly recommend this as a priority attraction as well. You will not be disappointed. Very nicely managed and a memorable experience to share later.
This is a must see at feeding times! The bears and wolves are so cool to watch and see how they get fed and find their food. 10:15 am and 3:00 pm roughly are their feeding times- that's when to make plans to go!
Gotta visit this place when in W. Yell. Terrific staff, well tended animals, super store and just plain fun a and informative.
I spent an afternoon here in Feb 2015 and enjoyed every minute of it. As the name says, there are grizzlies and wolves here. The animals are here as an alternative to euthanasia by the Forest Service. These animals had unfortunately become so accustomed to foraging in human inhabited areas that they would return time and again, even after several attempts to relocate them into the back country. So rather than allow them to be killed, this center houses them in a permanent arrangement. The love and care that is put into providing for the animals is very evident by the quality of the facility and the attentiveness of the staff.So despite my misgivings about animals in captivity, this is an opportunity to see and photograph the animals in a humane caring environment. The Center is a work in progress, with improvements planned well into the future, and will be carried out as funding permits. I would highly recommend a visit here, and plan to spend a few hours as the feeding schedules change and different animals are available at different times. I believe there are other animals, like raptors, available during warmer months, but as I was there in the middle of winter, wolves and bears were the main attractions.
This is an interesting place to see grizzly bears and wolves interacting with each other. The employees are very knowledgeable and there to answer any questions you might have.Their are times posted for feeding the animals and which bears will be out for viewing. There is large signs and photos of each bear to help you identify which ones you are viewing.You can watch them feed the animals and hear about them via cell phones. If you visit during the winter, there is warming huts with windows to keep you more comfortable. There is a snack bar that is closed in the winter.Large gift shop on site.
A great opportunity to learn about the Apex Predators in Yellowstone Park! There is heaps of information on Bears and Wolves, and their habitats and history. Plenty of viewing Space if there is quite a few people.National Geographic videos on inside and a museum area to finish off. This is a must see and great way to get up close to the animals without feeling like your in a small zoo packed with tourists.I was very impressed.
The center is not very big, but they give you a 2 day pass. Proceeds from the gift shop support the center. The Grizzly and Wolf exhibits are informative and the animals are amazing to see.
Our group was amazed at what they didn't know about bears and wolfs. What a great learning experience, (life saving information.) Every hiker needs to know what the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center teaches. Also, if you own a home or cabin in the woods, you need to visit "The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center. It is a "must."
The wolves and the bears were amazing! I wish we would have had more time to spend there and watch them. Very informative.