Mckenna Bass, 37, additionally of Idaho Falls, was arrested together with Yoder for allegedly driving beneath the affect, disturbing wildlife and failing to yield to an emergency mild activation.
Based on courtroom paperwork, Yoder and Bass pleaded not responsible and had been every launched on a $3,500 bond. They’re banned from Yellowstone whereas their instances are pending. Yoder has a standing listening to scheduled for Might 23. Bass’s is scheduled for July 2.
Violations at nationwide parks associated to wildlife, vegetation and pure or cultural options carry a most penalty of $5,000 and as much as six months in jail.
Vacationers harassing wildlife has lengthy been an issue at nationwide parks, with social media making incidents extra seen.
The Nationwide Park Service stated this was the primary time this yr {that a} bison had injured a customer at Yellowstone. The final incident was in July, when a bison gored a 47-year-old girl from Phoenix.
