NY Post highlights wind as major factor in trash accumulation
2 Sep 19 · 4d ago · 1 article · 1 post · 2 sources · development 2 of 3
Park official Margery Price explained that high winds make the problem worse, with unexpected gusts easily blowing away tissues, maps, food wrappers, sunglasses and heavier items like hats. She also noted visitors inappropriately treat hot springs as wishing wells.
“The issue is made worse by the park's high winds: unexpected gusts easily blow away tissues, maps, food wrappers, and even heavier items like sunglasses and hats.”
Margery PriceMargery Price Physical science technician, Yellowstone Geology ProgramYellowstone National Park Geology Team Park management
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lt is clear that a lot of people touring Yellowstone forget to hold onto their hats - amongst other things: "As of early September 2026, Yellowstone's Geology team has removed more than 20,100 pieces of trash, 5,600 rocks and sticks, and over 280 hats from hydrothermal areas around the park--a record-setting year so far!" https://www…
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