In summer, Yellowstone's frontcountry is bursting at the seams with people, already exceeding the carrying capacity which marks the difference between a pleasant vacation in nature and a harried one.  Critics of Zinke's "Made in America" committee say it is all about promoting expanded use of public lands to help members of the outdoor industry sell more product without seriously pondering the necessity of limits.  Photo courtesy Jim Peaco/National Park Service
In summer, Yellowstone's frontcountry is bursting at the seams with people, already exceeding the carrying capacity which marks the difference between a pleasant vacation in nature and a harried one. Critics of Zinke's "Made in America" committee say it is all about promoting expanded use of public lands to help members of the outdoor industry sell more product without seriously pondering the necessity of limits. Photo courtesy Jim Peaco/National Park Service