It is the best of times, it is the worst of times, it is the season of light, it is the season of darkness, it is the winter of hope, it is the winter of despair, we have everything before us for it is winter in Yellowstone

Created on March 1, 1872, Yellowstone was the first national park in the world. Located primarily in Wyoming, it is known for its wildlife and many geothermal features, especially Old Faithful Geyser. It is also known for its summer crowds. Over 3 million people visited Yellowstone over the June, July , August and September summer season in 2010. Just you, your loved ones and the entire city of Chicago in the wilderness.

There is a better way. You can move the calendar back 100 years and enjoy the park in an epoch of isolation and revelation, the way it was meant to be seen. It may tax your stamina, it may chill you to the bone, it will leave you poorer in purse, yet richer in spirit with memories to hone.

Organizing a winter Yellowstone trip can be chall...