Cozy Critter Cabin

07/23/2025

While we want everyone to enjoy the Pioneer Day celebrations, this is a reminder that the use of ALL fireworks is prohibited in Fremont County due to the high fire danger and burn ban.

07/21/2025

This repeat visitor has made an appearance a few times on our Ring camera this month, but this one is the best so far!!! Watch all the way to the end, because when the first peek into the cabin isn’t enough the visitor goes for another view 😂!!

07/04/2025

Do you enjoy fireworks?

Several things to remember if you use fireworks in Fremont County:

• Only legal, “safe and sane” fireworks are allowed.

• Illegal-use fireworks include bottle rockets, sky rockets, roman candles,
firecrackers, missiles, parachutes, sky flyers, display shells and aerial items. (IC 39-2602)

• Any fireworks being misused may be seized by law enforcement officers. (IC 39-2613)
o This includes:
 Throwing fireworks from, into or at a moving vehicle or person
 Altering fireworks
 Use of fireworks in an unsafe manner

• Fireworks are never allowed on federal lands, regardless of the time of year. (Title 43 CFR 9212)

• A permit is required by the local fire department for those wanting to hold a public display of aerial fireworks. A one million dollar bond for personal injury and property damage is required at the time of application. (IC 39-2605)

• The parents or other persons having custody, control or supervision of a minor shall be liable for damage caused by the use of fireworks by the minor. (IC 39-2611)

• Non-aerial fireworks may be sold at retail and used beginning midnight June 23rd and ending midnight July 5th. (IC 39-2606)

• Persons caught using aerial fireworks may be charged criminally and remaining aerial fireworks may be seized by law enforcement. (IC 39-2613)

• Any person responsible for starting a fire or causing damage with fireworks is financially responsible for all expenses and damages related to extinguishing the fire. (IC 39-2613)

• A permit is required to operate a temporary firework stand in Fremont County. (IC 39-2604)

Be safe and have fun this 4th of July holiday!!

07/04/2025

Headed out on the water with your kayak, SUP, or canoe this weekend? Before you dip that paddle, make sure you’re staying safe AND legal with these quick Idaho Paddle Sports tips! 🛶

✅ Life jacket ON and Coast Guard-approved (especially for kids under 14 -no exceptions!)
✅ SUPs must carry a life jacket (not just leash up)
✅ Whistle it while you paddle! Every vessel needs one
✅ No booze cruising. Impaired paddlers can be arrested
✅ Don’t forget your Idaho Invasive Species Sticker!
✅ Paddle smart! Stay visible, stay sober, and keep to the side of busy channels

Let’s make waves the safe way 🌊We’ll see you on the water!

05/07/2025

A reminder to respect the wildlife 🦬 🐻 🐺 🦌 and give them space when visiting this amazing place!

https://www.eastidahonews.com/2025/05/man-gored-by-bison-in-yellowstone-national-park/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR52PMUh_sFTHFpgEionHu41uigxn05pEodhx9fs-FWPk5biUsUCitxPcvXnEw_aem_t5rWSQxdK4boqapRqW_-gA

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyoming — A Florida man was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park after officials say he approached the animal too closely. The incident happened Sunday around 3:15 p.m. in the Lake Village area of the park, according to a news release. The 47-year-old from Cape Coral ...

04/05/2025

Spring is coming 🩷

Starting tomorrow, April 5, spring biking will open on the 49-mile stretch between the West Entrance and the North Entrance! 🚴‍♀️

Although this road corridor remains closed to public vehicles, it won’t be completely free of traffic. Cyclists will still encounter administrative traffic and construction vehicles, including heavy equipment and plows. All cyclists must ride single file on the right shoulder of the road and follow the same traffic laws as automobiles.

For more information on biking in the park, visit go.nps.gov/YellBiking

03/04/2025

Ticket for this summer have gone on sale! This is such a fun experience for the whole family. The food is great and laughter is even better!

Tickets for our 2025 Season will go on sale in March Family-Friendly Musical Spoofs! We have been entertaining locals and visitors to Yellowstone and Island Park for over 10 years. Join us for a night of family-friendly fun and entertainment in our beautiful building overlooking Henry’s Lake and j...

09/18/2024

A good reminder of park rules!

(Heads Up!) Woman sustains thermal burns in Yellowstone National Park. Stay on trails and boardwalks in thermal areas!

- On Monday afternoon, Sept. 16, 2024, a 60-year-old woman visiting Yellowstone from Windsor, New Hampshire, reportedly suffered second- and third-degree burns to her lower leg while walking in a thermal area near Mallard Lake Trailhead at Old Faithful.

- The woman was walking off trail with her husband and leashed dog in a thermal area when she broke through a thin crust over scalding water and suffered burns to her leg. The husband and dog were not injured.

- The woman and her husband went to a park medical clinic where they were evaluated. The patient was later transported via helicopter to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center for further treatment.

- Visitors are reminded to stay on boardwalks and trails in hydrothermal areas and exercise extreme caution. The ground in these areas is fragile and thin, and there is scalding water just below the surface.

- Pets are prohibited on boardwalks, hiking trails, in the backcountry and in thermal areas in the park.

- This incident is under investigation, and the park has no additional information to share.

- This is the first known thermal injury in Yellowstone in 2024.

Learn more at: go.nps.gov/240918

08/06/2024

UNAVCO, a non-profit university-governed consortium, facilitates geoscience research and education using geodesy.

08/06/2024

07/27/2024

Good information in case of a wildfire while visiting this beautiful area!!

07/22/2024

H20 is water, but what is H204? Well, it's for drinking and swimming of course!

The amount of fluids you should consume depends on various factors, such as the activity you are participating in, duration, intensity level, weather, your sweat rate, and your age. A good rule of thumb is about one half-liter of water per hour of moderate activity in moderate temperatures. You may need to increase how much you drink as the temperature and intensity level of your activity rise. For example, strenuous hiking in high heat may require that you drink one liter of water or more per hour.

A few tips for staying hydrated:
💧 Drink often: Rather than chugging water infrequently, take frequent smaller sips to continually hydrate.
💧 Don't forget to snack: When you sweat, you lose electrolytes, which can sap your energy. also consider bringing an electrolyte replacement sports drink.
💧 Drink more at altitude: Doing activities at higher altitude can lead to dehydration. (The valley at the base of the Tetons is roughly 6,500' so you can only go up from there!) You are less likely to crave water and feel thirsty at higher elevations, so it's important to drink frequently.
💧 Prehydration and rehydration! Consume fluids prior to your activity to set yourself up for success and drink plenty of fluids after your activity to ensure proper recovery!

Before you go, here in the Tetons we love staying hydrated despite our dry humor so here is one more joke to send you on your way: What do you call a bear in the rain?
A drizzly bear 🐻

Photo courtesy of C. Weatherbee