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Things to Do in the Madison Area
Visit the "Natural Highlights"
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Did You Know? Prior to the establishment of the National Park Service, the U.S. Army protected Yellowstone between 1886 and 1918. Fort Yellowstone was established at Mammoth Hot Springs for that purpose.
Last Updated: November 13, 2008 at 08:51 EST