YellowstoneWildlife Scouts
Calling all curious kids!

Small scouts.
Wild adventures.

A bison by the road. A bird overhead. Turn every “Did you see that?” into a discovery of their own.

An offline wildlife field guide app for kids and families visiting Yellowstone National Park. Learn about animals, log real sightings, and earn badges along the way.

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Buy once. No subscriptions. Yours for the adventure.

Take a peek inside
Illustrated bison in Yellowstone's open grassland
Field notes / Yellowstone 01
Current Wildlife Scouts app showing the scout's progress and wildlife activities
Wildlife Explorer achievement badgeA little discovery.
A big proud moment.
Adventure readyWorks offline
No cell service needed No ads or accounts A profile for every scout
Their very own Yellowstone story

See it. Log it.
Celebrate it.

From the back seat to a favorite overlook, a little curiosity turns the day into an adventure.

  1. 01

    Keep your eyes on the wild.

    Look for wildlife together. Browse the field guide and get to know the animals you might spot.

  2. 02

    “I saw this!”

    Record the moment with a tap. Each scout builds a personal log of the animals they've discovered.

  3. 03

    Let their collection grow.

    New discoveries earn points and unlock badges. There’s always another story to bring home.

Good scouts give wildlife space. Watch from a safe distance and follow park and ranger guidance.

Meet the neighbors

31 Yellowstone animals.
So many “wow” moments.

Big paws, little wings, and everything in between. Discover Yellowstone's wildlife through the app's illustrated field guide.

Illustration of a bison
No. 01 / Mammal

Bison

Yellowstone's biggest land animal.

Illustration of a gray wolf
No. 02 / Mammal

Gray wolf

A wild story worth looking for.

Illustration of a bald eagle
No. 03 / Bird

Bald eagle

Don't forget to look up.

Illustration of a red fox
No. 04 / Mammal

Red fox

A flash of curiosity in the grass.

And 27 more to get to know. Explore the app

A little color for the road

Meet the wildlife
one page at a time.

Print a free Yellowstone coloring adventure for curious kids ages 3–6. Six animals, fun facts, and a scout certificate.

Get the free coloring book
A peek in their pocket

Made for little hands.
And big discoveries.

A field guide, a wildlife journal, and a collection of proud moments. All together, wherever the day takes you.

Wildlife Scout home screen
Your scout's next adventure starts here.
Little milestones. Big smiles.

Bring home a little
“I did that.”

From their first sighting to a growing collection of species, 11 achievements give scouts something to feel proud of.

First Tracks badge
First TracksYour very first sighting
Wildlife Explorer badge
Wildlife ExplorerFive species discovered
Bird Watcher badge
Bird WatcherThree kinds of birds
Junior Scout badge
Junior ScoutFifteen species discovered

In-app achievements for your family's adventure. Independent of the NPS Junior Ranger program.

Yellowstone Wildlife Scouts logo with a bison, wolf, and geyser

Pack their curiosity.
We'll bring the field guide.

Thoughtfully made for families

Less setup.
More looking around.

Ready when the signal disappears.

Download before your trip. The animals, sightings, profiles, badges, and park map work without cell service.

One device. Their own adventures.

Each scout gets a name, avatar, and color theme, with separate sightings and progress. Perfect for taking turns.

Just the app. Just your family.

One-time purchase. No subscriptions, in-app purchases, ads, or accounts. Your scout's app data stays on your device.

Read our app privacy policy
Before you pack

A few field notes
for grown-ups.

Still curious? Say hello.

Will it work without cell service?

Yes. All core features work offline: the field guide, sightings, profiles, badges, and park map. Install the app before you arrive. The optional NPS workbook needs an internet connection for its first download; once saved, it can be opened offline too.

Can siblings share one phone or tablet?

Absolutely. Create a separate scout profile for each child on the same device. Each profile has its own avatar, color theme, wildlife sightings, points, and achievements.

Who is the app for?

Curious kids and families exploring Yellowstone. Younger children can spot animals and record discoveries with a grown-up; more independent readers can explore the field guide and their progress themselves.

Is there a subscription?

No. It's a one-time app purchase, with no subscription or in-app purchases. See the App Store or Google Play for current pricing in your region.

Does it track live animal locations?

No. The park map is a guide to wildlife associated with different regions, not a live tracking service or a navigation map. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. Always give animals space and follow park guidance.

Is this the official Junior Ranger program?

No. Yellowstone Wildlife Scouts is an independent app and is not affiliated with the National Park Service. Its scout badges are in-app achievements. You can also access an optional NPS Junior Ranger workbook from the app.

Is it available for my device?

It's available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store and Android on Google Play. Check your device's store listing for compatibility and current pricing.

The best souvenirs are the stories

Their next discovery
is out there.

Give your Yellowstone trip a little more wonder.
Download Wildlife Scouts before you head into the park.

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One-time purchase · No ads · Works offline

Inside Wildlife Scouts