# Yellowstone Explorer -Track It — Find National Park Animals > Yellowstone National Park animal and sight tracking with checklists and badges. (iPhone/iPad app by Appsta Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yellowstone-explorer-track-it/id1471311936 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Appsta Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1471311935) - Category: Travel, Navigation - Price: Free - Rating: 4.42/5 from 71 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 200 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2019-07-30 - Data updated: 2026-08-08 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yellowstone-explorer-track-it/id1471311936/reviews.md ## What is Yellowstone Explorer? Easily find animals in Yellowstone National Park. ------------- Eagles..bears...coyotes...oh my! Don't waste your trip searching for animals in Yellowstone National Park, use this app to narrow your search and head to where others have already seen them. Imagine tracking and finding the most amazing animals in Yellowstone NPS! See what’s roaming the park right now, discover the top geysers and waterfalls and find the most unique plant species - all from your phone. Let’s make your Yellowstone trip the memory of a lifetime. Who’s ready to be a Yellowstone explorer? Keep the family entertained and on the look-out for natural wonders with the Yellowstone Explorer App. Keep your eyes peeled! Yellowstone Explorer is here to help you track and discover the very best of the National Park. With a helping hand from our park friends, you'll find the most up-to-date locations on your must-see animals anywhere in the National Park. Track, find, and learn about the animals, plants, and natural wonders of Yellowstone, and create a memory that will last forever. Spotted! Did you spot something? So did we! We track every animal sightings so you can find your favorite animals and check out what others have seen. Get every single on your checklist and earn Explorer badges as you go. The most active animals in the park are mapped, so you always be on the lookout, even if you’re on the road. Seen it? Check it! #FamilyGoals! Check off all the animals, sights, and plants you’ve seen together at Yellowstone National Park. Bison? Check! Old Faithful? Check! Grizzly? Check! Build up your bragging rights and keep the family engaged at the same time as you unlock the secrets of the park. The more you see, the better it gets! Bring Your A-Game It's game time! Become a Yellowstone Explorer by collecting all the badges throughout the park. Make it a competition in the family to see who can spot the most. Each badge is designed to cover the best animals, plants, and sights for a particular section of Yellowstone NPS - complete them all and claim your title as the Top Yellowstone Explorer! Never Stop Learning Yellowstone Explorer is the perfect way to have fun and learn at the same time. You can turn a reluctant backseat passenger into a dedicated nature lover - discovering hydrothermal activity, rare and unique animals, and beautiful plant life - wherever you are in the park. ~~~~~~ Features + Checklists - identify every animal, plant, and sight in the park by location + Head to a wifi hotspot to get real-time updates for animal sightings in the park + Earn badges and rewards for spotting animals, plants, and sights + Packed with facts about the animals, plants, and sights in Yellowstone + A Field Log to help you track your progress ~~~~~~ Support: Have a question? We’re here to help. support@yellowstoneexplorer.io ~~~~~~ Terms of Use: https://yellowstoneexplorer.io/terms.html ~~~~~~ Privacy Policy https://yellowstoneexplorer.io/privacy-policy.html ## Key features - Track animal sightings - Discover geysers and waterfalls - Identify plant species - Earn explorer badges - Checklists for animals and sights - Field log for progress tracking ## Recent user reviews (10 of 13) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yellowstone-explorer-track-it/id1471311936/reviews.md ### 2/5 — This app is a mystery *2024-06-26* I just downloaded this app. When I click on a link, it gives me one and three-quarter sentences. When I tap on the app, it goes right back to the beginning again and doesn’t not give any place to finish the information. For instance, I tapped on the tab for the Albright visitor center. And I tapped on the sentence about the fact that the center is open year…. I am mystified to find the rest of that information. ### 1/5 — Useless because of no service in the park. *2021-09-20* Cool idea, but absolutely useless because of lack of cellular service in the park. Verizon has some limited service in the park, but AT&T is nearly non existent. **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. We always wanted a little bit more info about the park, and ideas of what animals were roaming around and that’s where this app idea came about. The app is designed for people to plan their route for the day and if unfamiliar with the park they can look at the map and see where animals hangout regularly and decided where their stops will be. We know the signal constraints don’t allow for real time animal viewing as cell signal is limited to certain areas within the park, the WiFi is throughout visitor centers and hotels in the park and that’s how we update sightings when we are in Yellowstone. Also we know that animals move and migrate through the day but seeing their “regular hangouts” is beneficial for those who have no background on Yellowstone, as we did our very first trip there many years ago. We would enjoy hearing more about your experience, please reach out at support@yellowstoneexplorer.io or direct message us on Instagram @yellowstoneexplorer ### 5/5 — Best learning app ever! *2021-08-09* The tittle, I really mean it! I have learned a lot, and my kids to of course, about Yellowstone and the animals and sites. The fun facts are so cool and the titles are really creative. We came for a science field trip and learned a lot of stuff in the app and we are so engaged in the app, that we have marked animals on the animal challenges and finished a couple already, and we only had the app for one day in Yellowstone! The app is very helpful and engaging in wildlife. ### 3/5 — I wish there were details of sightings *2021-07-14* This app appears to be the best I see today if you’re looking for a resource of what wildlife was seen where today. But I wish there were details about the sighting (for example: There’s a carcass, there’s a wolf den, there’s a sow with Cubs, etc). There was an app like this a decade ago, but today it appears the market is lacking for such a resource **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, we agree this is the best app in the space. Loved your ideas, we will work on adding them. ### 1/5 — Don’t waste your time! *2021-05-21* Appears that no one ever uses or keeps it up-to-date with recent wildlife sightings. **Developer response:** We watch the animal sightings daily and there have been animals each day and usage has increased over the last month. If you happened to use it in the first few weeks when the park was partially opened, there were a few days of no sightings. We strive for people to have the best experience with our app as well as in the park, your situation seems uncommon and we’d like to hear more about it. Please email us at support@yellowstoneexplorer.io and we can discuss it further. ### 5/5 — So far so good *2021-04-23* Excited to get started on the challenges! **Developer response:** We are glad you are enjoying the app. ### 2/5 — I liked in concept, but in practice not so great *2020-09-19* There is no signal anywhere in the park but a couple small regions near lodges. Couldn’t always catch our sightings at the actual locations. Was hoping that animal sightings were able to be specific so they could be shared, but seems like they only land in designated regions and not really where you tag them. Was at park for 3 days and only got two badges, needs to be a bit more rewarding to stay engaging. All in all the park is amazing on its own, so the app really didn’t need to be used to enjoy the wonders of Yellowstone. **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback it’s always helpful to hear so we can make changes as needed. Yellowstone is a wonder and sure is enjoyable on its own. We always wanted a little bit more info about the park, and ideas of what animals were roaming around and that’s where this app idea came about. The app is designed for people to plan their route for the day and if unfamiliar with the park they can look at the map and see where animals hangout regularly and decided where their stops will be. We know the signal constraints don’t allow for real time animal viewing as cell signal is limited to certain areas within the park, the WiFi is throughout visitor centers and hotels in the park and that’s how we update sightings when we are in Yellowstone. Also we know that animals move and migrate through the day but seeing their “regular hangouts” is beneficial for those who have no background on Yellowstone, as we did our very first trip there many years ago. The app pins within 50 feet from where you spotted an animal, with or without signal. We thought the badges should be more attainable too (as did our kids 😁) so we have pushed an update for that. Badging will be updated regularly as we explore more, find more ideas to badge and get input from users like you, so keep an eye out for those too. With signal it sure is a difficult one to “fix” since we can’t control the locations in the park but we are innovating ideas to help in this area. We would enjoy hearing more about your experience, please reach out at support@yellowstoneexplorer.io or direct message us on Instagram @yellowstoneexplorer ### 5/5 — Fun for the fam *2019-08-05* We enjoyed being able to learn about the animals we saw and it helped us to know what to look out for as we traveled. Great app, can’t wait to use it again on our next trip! ### 5/5 — Great Find *2019-08-01* Heard about this app on our Yellowstone trip, so happy to have found it. It was perfect for our trip! We recommend it to anyone traveling to Yellowstone. ❤️ ### 5/5 — Yellow stone explorer *2019-07-31* Oh my gosh it was so helpful. I loved the information about each place I was going. Thank you! My children loved it to. ## Frequently asked questions about Yellowstone Explorer ### How does Yellowstone Explorer help me find animals? Yellowstone Explorer uses reported sightings from other users to help you narrow down your search for animals. You can see where others have recently spotted wildlife, increasing your chances of seeing them yourself. ### Can I use Yellowstone Explorer offline? While real-time updates for animal sightings require a Wi-Fi connection, the app's core features like checklists and facts about animals, plants, and sights are available offline. It's recommended to sync at a Wi-Fi hotspot before heading into areas with no service. ### What kind of badges can I earn in Yellowstone Explorer? You can earn Explorer badges by spotting animals, plants, and sights within specific sections of Yellowstone National Park. Completing badge sets can help you become the 'Top Yellowstone Explorer'. ### Is Yellowstone Explorer suitable for families? Yes, Yellowstone Explorer is designed to keep families entertained and engaged. It encourages spotting and checking off various park elements, making it a fun activity for all ages. ### What information does Yellowstone Explorer provide besides animal sightings? Beyond animal tracking, the app offers information on top geysers and waterfalls, unique plant species, and general facts about the park's natural wonders. It aims to be a comprehensive guide for exploring Yellowstone. ### How often is Yellowstone Explorer updated? The app was last updated on April 29, 2021, with version 1.0.7. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, users can get real-time updates for animal sightings when connected to Wi-Fi. ### What devices does Yellowstone Explorer support? Yellowstone Explorer is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up. ### Where can I find the terms of use and privacy policy for Yellowstone Explorer? The terms of use for Yellowstone Explorer can be found at https://yellowstoneexplorer.io/terms.html, and the privacy policy is available at https://yellowstoneexplorer.io/priva. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.7 — 2021-04-29 What's new - We've made it even easier to know whats on the Map and have introduced 5 new map pin icons to make identification between maps pins even easier. - Love your sightings data to be up to date? So do we. Theres now a much more convenient and awesome pull down from top option on the home screen to refresh dynamic data. Never be without knowing what the latest sightings are. Bugs - We fixed an irksome interaction that caused the facts to interact weirdly. They now interact with a tap as intended. - The Yellowstone map is now centered. Phew - We've improved the safety card so its no longer competing with the background. Its now far clearer. ### 1.0.6 — 2020-09-24 WE'RE BEEN WORKING HARD! For this release, we have been working on lots of ways to improve your experience during your visit to Yellowstone National Park. We've optimized the Map so you can maximize your viewing area. We've improved how you can track animal sightings right from the Home screen. The app now comes pre-loaded with all the latest sightings, so you know where to go to see your favorite animals - even in low-data areas. And you can filter the most sighted animals by time period to help you plan your adventure! ____ ENHANCEMENTS: Optimized viewing area on the Map. Improved sighting filter on the Home screen. Animals are displayed with their names to support learning. Latest sightings come pre-loaded with the app. Filter animal sighting by time. We have improved how you see your latest achievements. The in-app videos no longer interrupt audio from other apps. We've tweaked the animation on the General Facts. ____ BUG FIXES: Fixed: Performance-related issues in low signal areas Fixed: Tapping multiple facts can lead to errors" ### 1.0.5 — 2020-08-04 WE'VE GOT A NEW LOOK! You can access the most recent sightings of animals in the park as well as easily find sightings of your favorite animals - directly from the home screen. We are introducing a brand new way to quickly add your sightings, directly from the navigation. We’ve added more information and videos of some of Yellowstone’s wonderful creatures & features. Easily see your own sightings as well as most sighted animals in the park. There’s a new area for you to explore and earn badges - Grand Teton awaits! Challenges is the new name for badges. There are lots to earn/collect - can you get them all?! Make sure to check out our Insta! Like and share your favorite pics & clips. Find it in the Information section. ENHANCEMENTS: A whole new area, Grand Teton, for you to explore and earn badges Videos of some of Yellowstone’s wonderful creatures & features Find out more about your favorite animals Easily see your own sightings as well as most sighted animals in the park Map Pins relate to the sightings Safety & Wifi Information New Animals, Plants & Sights added BUG FIXES: - Fixed: Performance-related issues in low signal areas - Fixed: We’ve squashed a little bug that meant the search field did not clear correctly for new sightings ### 1.0.4 — 2020-06-24 We've been busy! This is the latest version of Yellowstone Explorer. In this version we've got even more animals for you to spot, as well as new badges for you to add to your collection. We've also got more data on animals and plants, making your upcoming trip to Yellowstone even more enjoyable. Enhancements: - Updated Animals, Plants & Sight data - Updated General Yellowstone Facts - We've optimised the add a sighting userflow. To make spotting animals even easier. - We've added new "Information" section with access to a few essentials like share the app. Bug Fixes: - Fixed: Improved plotting of your sightings in low signal areas - Fixed: We've squashed a little bug that meant the search field did not clear correctly for new sightings. - Fixed: We addressed a number of optimizations for iOS13 ### 1.0.3 — 2020-06-16 We've been busy! We've got even more animals for you to spot, as well as new badges for you to add to your collection. We've also got more data on animals and plants, making your upcoming trip to Yellowstone even more enjoyable. 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