Union Pacific Railroad Company

“ Why not plan a real carefree vacation this summer by arranging to join one of the congenial groups on an escorted tour, conducted by our Department of Tours? All travel details are taken care of by a courteous, informed escort who accompanies each party. You know in advance exactly what your trip will cost and you are free to enjoy every precious minute of your vacation. The tour parties originate in Chicago and return to that city.
Some of the tours of Yellowstone National Park also include Grand Teton National Park. ”

“ Park Ranger Naturalists have prepared an interesting display at Old Faithful which reveals the intricate operation of geysers. An artificial miniature geyser has been constructed and its working parts may be seen and understood. In reality a geyser is a hot spring that has developed into a fountain. A plume of water shoots upward at nearly boiling temperature. The hot volcanic rocks beneath the earth create steam and give the geyser force. At Yellowstone the subterranean action is near the earth’s surface and the geysers act as safety valves in draining off this excess energy. ”

“ Tramping a forest trail your footsteps may disturb a deer that bounds away at your approach. In some of the grassy valleys of Yellowstone are immense herds of elk. Bands of bighorn sheep scale the rocky heights with amazing agility. ”

“ First to link East with West, Union Pacific is still first in furnishing fast, comfortable, dependable, low-cost transportation. During the summer season through sleeping cars operate from Chicago and Salt Lake City to West Yellowstone, making convenient connections, at Ashton, Idaho, for Victor, Idaho, for those desiring to visit Grand Teton National Park only, or in combination with a trip to Yellowstone. ”

“ Yellowstone offers many forms of healthful recreation. Hiking is popular. Safe horseback trails beckon. Saddle horses and guides are available at Mammoth Hot Springs, Old Faithful and Grand Canyon. Swimming is enjoyed at Old Faithful and Mammoth, where pools, fed by natural warm waters, are maintained. ”

“ If you are lucky enough to catch a color shot of an eruption against a sunset sky you will have a prize.
Hot pools demand considerable exposure to reproduce the color in the depths of the pool. Do not waste time on hot pools if the day is cool and steam obscures the subject. On such days the geysers give their best photographic eruptions.
In shooting geysers use a fast speed. Expose for the white and let the rest of the picture fall into a low key.
In using an exposure meter in Yellowstone, be careful to see that bright areas in the foreground do not give a false reading. ”

“ The northern extremity of the Park lies about 11 miles south of Yellowstone’s southern boundary.
Grand Teton National Park contains about 96,000 acres, and is penetrated by 90 miles of good trails. Besides its pinnacled peaks and majestic canyons, Grand Teton includes five large lakes and dozens of smaller bodies of water; glaciers, snowfields and a green forest empire of pine, fir and spruce. Much of the Park is above timberline. ”

“ Yellowstone is a fisherman’s dream come true. Nearly all the streams and lakes contain one or more species of trout. Whitefish and grayling may also be caught. Fishing equipment is obtainable in the Park. ”

“ Central lodges and sleeping cabins are available. Safe saddle trails reach out in all directions.
Motorboats and rowboats as well as trusty saddle ponies may be rented at nominal charges.
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SEEING YELLOWSTONE PARK
You may see Yellowstone National Park in your own way. Roam the trails alone, or with an experienced guide, as you prefer. But, by all means, bring your camera!
Yellowstone is your park! It has been provided with fine roads and modern hotels so that you may enjoy its wonders in comfort. You are genuinely welcome to come and stay as long as you like. ”

“ INDEPENDENT MOTOR BUS TRIPS THROUGH YELLOWSTONE AND GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARKS
Persons who travel independently by railroad make a complete all-expense circle trip of Yellowstone, or in combination with Grand Teton National Park, in comfortable, modern motor buses, operated by competent and informed driver-guides. These circle trips assure your seeing all of the outstanding sights within the Parks. Meals and lodgings are at the hotels in Yellowstone. ”

“ Along the sides of the hill, from which the natural springs well, are a group of steps or terraces over which flow the steaming waters of hot springs, laden with minerals. Each descending step has been tinted by the algae (plant life) , living in the hot water, in a thousand tones. ”

“ More than 200 species of birds spend their summers in the Park. Eagles may be seen among the crags. Wild ducks and geese are abundant. Many large, white swans and pelicans lend charm to Yellowstone Lake. ”

“ Modern campgrounds for pack trip parties are also available at Jenny and String Lakes. These camps are supplied with running water, sanitary facilities and cooking grates.
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All set to hit the trail
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DUDE RANCHES
Dudes get a lesson in saddling-up
While many of the ranches in the Jackson Hole country are operating cattle ranches, they do accept a few guests during the summer months. All have attractive, comfortable accommodations for those who wish to indulge in horseback riding, fishing, mountain-climbing, hiking and the regular activities of ranch life. ”

“ At Mammoth Hot Springs is a combined museum and information office near the administration headquarters and post office. There are interesting museums also at Madison Junction, Old Faithful, Fishing Bridge and Norris.
CONSULT UNION PACIFIC REPRESENTATIVES—Any Union Pacific representative at the addresses listed on page 40 will be glad to help you plan a trip to Yellowstone Park or to any of the other places reached by the Union Pacific R.R.
FOR THE CAMERA FAN
Yellowstone has everything for the camera addict but the park presents some subjects rather difficult to capture satisfactorily. ”

“ Its shore line is 100 miles long. One of the largest mountain lakes in the world, it is a mile and a half above sea level. The blue of its waters against the surrounding snow-capped mountains makes it one of nature’s grandest pictures. ”

“ Other wild animals which inhabit the region include bear, mule-deer, elk, Rocky Mountain sheep, beaver, marten, mink, weasel and coyote. Over 100 species of birds have been identified. A unique variety of wild flowers and plants grow profusely in the Tetons. ”

“ World famous Mormon Temple, Salt Lake City
There is a free organ concert daily during the noon-hour for visitors to the Mormon Tabernacle. There are many other interesting sights in and around Salt Lake City. ”