Yellowstone's thermal features and wildlife can present serious dangers to park visitors. Listen for tips on staying safe while visiting Yellowstone.

Water Safety

Dangerous Beauty

Yosemite National Park: Water in Yosemite is more dangerous than it looks, and stories like Matthew's are a common occurrence.

A Brush with Disaster--Matthew's Story

Yosemite National Park: Water in Yosemite is incredibly beautiful, but can be powerful and deadly. Sixteen people died in Yosemite's creeks and rivers between 2002 and 2011. Yosemite Search and Rescue rangers share their knowledge of common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Beautiful but Deadly

Yellowstone National Park: Rules and safety tips for enjoying the water resources at Yellowstone are included in this video.

Water-Related Rules and Safety

Grand Canyon NP: Water temperature and flow variations of the Colorado River are discussed. Emphasis is placed on how they affect visitors navigating the river. Safety tips are also discussed including how to combat hypothermia.

Water Temperature and Flow Variations

Shenandoah National Park: Included in this video are a few hints and safety tips for exploring the 16 waterfalls at the park.

Waterfalls

Although water is abundant in national parks and a primary source for recreation, it is essential to understand the potential hazards that are a part of interacting with water. The collection will expose viewers to some of the potential hazards that water can pose.

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Water Safety

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