On our last day at Yellowstone National Park we visited Mammoth Hot Springs before the snow storm moved in. It was interesting seeing the Hot Springs and how it was like a cascade of flowing hot water. I learned quite a bit in Yellowstone National Park from learning how to do a Pika survey on a rocky slope, to doing Bison demographics and learning to sex them in the field. I got to see a wolf pack (Junction Pack) in action and learn how they play a role as a keystone species within Yellowstone and how they control the elk and bison populations. As a birder and Ornithologist I noticed there was a lack of bird species, yes October is slow for birding in general but it was strange not seeing as many birds. I totaled 21 species of birds within the park. I did’t get the four species that I was looking for but I enjoyed the trip and our guest speakers. I also got to spend this trip with some awesome people that I will never forget! I hope to someday visit Yellowstone National Park again.