Yogi’s First Christmas 1980

Gathering at Jellystone Lodge

Huckleberry Hound, Snagglepuss, Augie Doggie, Doggie Daddy and friends arrive at Jellystone Lodge for the holiday. The lodge is under pressure from Mrs. Throckmorton to stay open, as business has dwindled because of Herman the Hermit's disruptive Christmas antics. The group is determined to keep her happy and save the lodge from closure.

Yogi and Boo Boo hired as lodge staff

The wake-up music signals that Yogi and Boo Boo are to help out as lodge staff. They squeeze into the kitchen where Otto the chef works and begin their first assignments. Their new jobs set the stage for the comic chaos to come.

Snowplow rescue from avalanche

Yogi is ordered to operate the snowplow and promptly saves Mrs. Throckmorton on the road from an avalanche caused by Herman. The rescue earns him a measure of trust from the lodge staff. It also confirms his usefulness beyond stealing picnics.

Bellhop duties and staying on her good side

Ranger Smith assigns Yogi to stay on Mrs. Throckmorton’s good side as he works as a bellhop. Yogi handles guests and tasks with a mix of clumsiness and charm. The assignment pushes him into closer contact with the lodge's main client.

Snively’s pranks and Yogi’s comeback

Snively begins a campaign of embarrassing pranks against Yogi, hoping to undermine him. Yogi stays calm and outsmarts the schemes, turning each trick to his advantage. The rival's plan backfires while the crowd enjoys the chaos.

Figure skating contest and Yogi’s victory

Snively tricks Yogi into entering a figure skating contest where both compete. Yogi ultimately earns the highest marks, much to Snively's chagrin. Mrs. Throckmorton privately hopes Snively loses to curb his attitude and preserve the holiday spirit.

Yogi promoted to chief of security

Following Yogi's wins and help during incidents, Mrs. Throckmorton promotes him to chief of security. He takes the new role seriously and continues protecting the lodge and guests. The promotion marks a turning point in Yogi's status at Jellystone.

Cindy Bear awakens to help

Cindy Bear awakens from hibernation to help Yogi due to her love and concern for him. She joins the lodge's new security team and brings cheer. Her reappearance spurs renewed teamwork among the characters.

Ice fishing contest and Yogi’s lesson

During an ice fishing contest, Yogi is fed up with Snively's antics and retaliates. Mrs. Throckmorton agrees that he needed to learn a lesson, despite the festive mood. The confrontation highlights the tension between the rival and the holiday spirit.

Snively teams with Herman to ruin Christmas

Snively runs away after the confrontation and meets Herman, and the two decide to team up to ruin Christmas. They plot from the woods, hoping to spoil the celebrations. Their plan sets up a final showdown with Yogi.

Yogi foils the plans of Herman and Snively

Yogi thwarts Herman and Snively at every turn, often without realizing the full extent of their plans. The hermit and the nephew interfere with various holiday activities, but Yogi's instincts and luck keep the events from spiraling out of control. The lodge continues to celebrate despite the meddling.

Forgiveness and Christmas celebration

Herman and Snively are forgiven and invited to the Christmas celebrations. The act of generosity sparks a profound change of heart in both of them. The spirits of the season prevail as harmony returns.

Santa’s arrival and gift of a picnic basket

Santa Claus plummets down the chimney and joins the festivities. He acknowledges that Yogi has both misdeeds and good deeds, and he respects the balance of his character. Santa grants Yogi his own picnic basket full of food as a token of appreciation.