Day 9 Old Faithful

Day 9 - Day 9 Old Faithful

Old Faithful

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Boy oh boy, was it ever cold last night. When we awoke at 0700 in was 40 degrees F. There most certainly was frost on the pumpkin!

We joined Marje and Ed for a trip to the Upper Geyser Basin. Once there we:

1. Toured the visitor's center;

2. Participated in a ranger led walk/talk about the geothermal activity in the area;

3. Watch and photographed several geysers including Old Faithful. Marje and Anna Marie got splashed by the Lion Geyser when it erupted unexpectedly;

4. Checked old the Old Faithful Inn, an amazing example of classic rustic architecture;

5. Dine on Antelope sausage, bison chili, Rocky Mountain trout and elk burger (all farm raised) in the Inn.

6. Viewed and photographed Keplers Cascades;

7. Attended a ranger talk about the successful reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone;

8. Talked, planned future stops around the fire ring and then cooked dinner and toasted marshmallows over the wood fire.

9. Gathered in the trailer for dessert and hot chocolate.

After bidding our guests good night, we relaxed a bit before hitting the sack. We have another full day planned for tomorrow.

NB. During the guided trail walk in th Upper Geyser Area, Ranger Lori talk a bit the "Geyser Gazers" and the great wealth of information they give to the interpretive rangers.

I suggested that it would be a great group to join. Of course, we'd only join if we could get a senior rate for the dues. These senior members would be called the "Geyser Gazer Geezer."

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