Hands-On Activity Ideas in Cody Yellowstone Perfect for the Antsy Traveler

Have a little traveler who can’t sit still? Cody Yellowstone is the perfect place for that. The destination offers a variety of activities for family travelers looking to learn new skills, go on an adventure and get their energy out.

At Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center, guests can participate in origami making and sushi making. To honor the Japanese Americans who were forced from their home and put here, the Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator introduces Japanese culture to visitors alike. These cultural workshops and activities generate a better understanding of Japan and the cultural heritage of Japanese Americans.

Tap into your artistic side with art classes at Cody Arts Gallery + Creative Center. The non-profit organization offers classes like Beginner Stained Glass, Anything Goes Watercolor, holiday-themed classes and more.

Or participate in a scavenger hunt at Draper Natural History Museum at Buffalo Bill Center of the West. The museum highlights the sights, sounds and smells of Yellowstone National Park. Through a scavenger hunt, travelers can explore the park’s four different ecosystems.

Of course, families must explore Yellowstone National Park, the world’s first national park. Visit it the right way through a partnership from Yellowstone National Park Lodges and Yellowstone Forever. The partnership’s Lodging and Learning programs lets travelers explore the park with a focus on topics like family fun, wildlife watching, history and geology. Experiences include hiking on riverside trails, snow shoeing and cross-country skiing, all while looking for remote geysers and waterfalls. Visitors can also observe wolves, bears and mountain goats.

Explore the Wild West with off-roading tours from Kirwin Ghost Town Adventures, Out West Adventures and Yellowstone Off Road Adventures. Highlights include tours of Kirwin Ghost Town, McCullough Peaks, Red Lakes and Clark’s Fork Canyon. While on the tour, learn about the region’s geology, plant life and history.