Down The Yellowstone

Arguably the greatest symbol of the Wild West, the Yellowstone River stretches for 660 miles from its source at the base of Yount’s Peak in Wyoming, to its confluence with the Missouri River in North Dakota. This distance places the Yellowstone River with the distinction of being the longest free-flowing river in the continental United States. Though the Yellowstone appears to flow unchallenged along its ageless course, the stresses of society are threatening to undermine its wild nature.

Down the Yellowstone examines these issues by visiting with the people who live and work alongside this great river. Interviews with government personnel, environmental organizations, outfitters, farmers, and every-day citizens bring to light the differing perspectives on the future of the river corridor and its connected economy. Down the Yellowstone follows the river in points along its entire course over the span of a year, highlighting the seasonal richness of the river. Viewers will learn about the unique natural history of the Yellowstone, and come to appreciate the special place that this river holds in the state and the nation as a whole.

59 minutes and 58 seconds long
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