Yellowstone's Bison Story – "Belonging in the Wild"

In Yellowstone National Park, bison belong to the land—survivors of near extinction who found refuge here. Expedition Leader Sophie Mazowita reflects on guiding in this ecosystem, where history, coexistence and deep connection shape both the landscape and her own sense of belonging in the wild. GET NATURE TRAVEL EMAILS: https://www.nathab.com/emails Yellowstone is a place of belonging, where bison have shaped the land for millennia. It was also here that Natural Habitat Adventures Expedition Leader Sophie Mazowita discovered her own path as a naturalist guide. In this video, Sophie reflects on the moment she realized she belonged in the wild, drawn by open space, iconic wildlife and the quiet power of being fully present on the landscape. She also shares the story of Yellowstone's bison. Once nearly exterminated, these enormous ungulates found refuge here when less than two dozen remained. Today, their recovery tells a complex story of resilience, land management and coexistence. As massive bison herds move across grasslands, hooves thundering and dust rising, Sophie helps Nat Hab travelers on our Yellowstone adventures understand not just what they’re seeing—but why it matters. WATCH NEXT – Experience Yellowstone & Grand Teton with Nat Hab    • Experience Yellowstone & Grand Teton with ...   LEARN MORE – Yellowstone & the Grand Tetons: Wildlife, Wildflowers & Hidden Wonders https://www.nathab.com/blog/yellowsto... BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE https://www.nathab.com/yellowstone SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNELS • ‪@nathab‬ • ‪@naturewebinars‬ • ‪@nathabshorts‬ 00:02 Yellowstone as a Living Wilderness 01:26 Bison & the American Serengeti 01:55 A Human Path into Wild Places 02:41 Stewardship, Bison History & Conflict 05:59 Coexistence, Hope & Belonging