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The attached activity choices form with heights & weights is REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION. Send form ASAP to: UMW Road Scholar; 710 South Atlantic; Dillon, MT 59725 Rendezvous River Sports, the entity that will provide the kayaking on Yellowstone Lake; Diamond P Ranch, the entity that provides horseback riding during this program, and The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center (Keeper Kids) are required by their insurance carriers to obtain a signed liability release waiver from all program participants. Participants will sign a liability waiver from Rendezvous River Sports; Diamond P & Grizzly & Wolf Center prior to participating in the scheduled activities with each of these outfitters. These waivers are attached, please bring them with you to the program. PARENTAL CONSENT is required for grandchildren to participate and the form is emailed to you prior to the start date. PLEASE BRING SIGNED Parental Consent Form with you to the program. Bring your Golden Age, Senior or National Park pass for entrance 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.
A signed Parental Consent form is required for this program. The form must be signed by both parent(s)/legal guardian(s) of the child participating in the program and returned to the program provider prior to the start of the program. You will receive the form as part of your program information packet. You will also be able to access the form through your online account.
If allergic to bee or insect stings, be sure to bring your bee sting kit as some destinations are isolated.
Arrival day is on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Meet the group at Brandin' Iron Inn in West Yellowstone, MT
Start of Trip: 4:00 p.m. hotel check-in and Program Registration; 5:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner; 6:30 p.m. Orientation.
Your trip ends on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 in West Yellowstone, MT at Brandin' Iron Inn
End of Trip: After breakfast; 11:00 a.m. hotel check-out.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 89 miles .
North of Yellowstone
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 4065802286
Cost: Call for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
When calling for reservations let them know you are with Road Scholar, your flight # and expected arrival time, and if you would like to Ride Share or a Private vehicle. Please Note: All shuttle services are independent contractors and are not affiliated with Road Scholar. Road Scholar staff are not able to assist with contacting and/or scheduling with shuttle companies. Most shuttle companies in this area are very small and extremely short-staffed, they may take longer to return back. Please schedule shuttles in advance of your program and please be patient and allow ample time for shuttle companies to return calls.
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.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time from the last location is 2 hours .
The estimated distance to the last location is 89 miles .
North of Yellowstone
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 4065802286
Cost: Call for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
When calling for reservations let them know you are with Road Scholar, your flight # and expected departure time, and if you would like to Ride Share or a Private vehicle. Please Note: All shuttle services are independent contractors and are not affiliated with Road Scholar. Road Scholar staff are not able to assist with contacting and/or scheduling with shuttle companies. Most shuttle companies in this area are very small and extremely short-staffed, they may take longer to return back. Please schedule shuttles in advance of your program and please be patient and allow ample time for shuttle companies to return calls.
Arrival day is on 7/14/2025.
Meet the group at Brandin' Iron Inn in West Yellowstone, MT.
Start of Trip: 4:00 p.m. hotel check-in and Program Registration; 5:30 p.m. Welcome Dinner; 6:30 p.m. Orientation.
Your trip ends on: Saturday, July 19, 2025 in West Yellowstone, MT at Brandin' Iron Inn.
End of Trip: After breakfast; 11:00 a.m. hotel check-out..
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Idaho Falls, ID
From Idaho Falls, ID travel north on HWY 20 for 100 miles until you get to West Yellowstone, MT. Once you enter West Yellowstone, continue driving until the intersection at N. Canyon St and then turn left onto N. Canyon St. The Brandin' Iron Motel will be on the right-hand side.
Bozeman, MT
From Bozeman, head west on I-90 for approximately 11 miles. Take the Belgrade exit go left and head south onto HWY 85. Travel south on HWY 85 for another 11 miles until HWY 191. On HWY 191, continue south on to West Yellowstone for another 78 miles. The Brandin' Iron Motel will be on the left-hand side shortly after entering West Yellowstone.
Yellowstone National Park
When traveling any road in Yellowstone National Park, follow the road to Madison Junction. At Madison Junction, travel west towards West Yellowstone, MT for 14 miles. Once you exit Yellowstone National Park through the West Entrance and come to the first intersection at N. Canyon St. take a right. After approximately 4 blocks, the Brandin' Iron Motel will be on the right-hand side. You can call Yellowstone National Park (307) 344-2117 for road conditions, closures, construction, etc.
Belgrade, MT
From Belgrade, travel south on HWY 85 for 11 miles until HWY 191. On HWY 191, continue south on to West Yellowstone for another 78 miles. The Brandin' Iron Motel will be on the left-hand side shortly after entering West Yellowstone.