Friday, 26 September Things are warming up, the 30s this morning. Dolora and I were in no hurry this morning. After breakfast and coffee, we headed in the direction of Fishing Bridge. The wildlife included Trumpeter Swans and lots of ducks on the way out. On the way back as we were crossing Fishing Bridge…

Thursday, 25 September This morning was our warmest so far in the park, 30 degrees. Dolora and I were up early and to see sunrise over the lake. Fog covered the lake but the mountains in the distance were clear. While waiting for the sun to come up we heard elk bugling in the distance….

Wednesday, 24 September Another 23 degree morning but no fog, at least at the lodge. That was soon to change when we got on the road. After Dolora and I had our coffee and yogurt for breakfast, we packed up. Our next two nights are at Lake Lodge Cabins. We backtracked to Grand Prismatic Spring…

Tuesday, 23 September This morning’s temperature was 23 degrees, a little surprise since the day was supposed to be ten degrees warmer than yesterday. Altitude is over 7,300 feet though. The morning was foggy giving us an excuse to relax in the room before venturing out for the day, By nine, the fog had lightened…

Monday, 22 September Note that if you are only reading this in your email, you are missing the photos. You have to go to the website to see the pics. I apologize in advance for the many brief videos. Photos do not do justice to many of the sites. Dolora and I were up early…

Sunday, 21 September Today started early with the short drive to Dulles for Dolora and my 8:30 flight to Bozeman, Montana. We usually do not check a bag but hiking poles are not allowed in carry on bags. Check in was smooth and the flight was almost on time, with an open seat between us….