Steveothedude

Yellowstone, nearly a 1200-mile drive, a 10-day journey, countless miles hiked, fog, snow, sunshine, and an encounter with a mother Grizzly, and her 2 cubs, was all I could ask for, and no, I didn't get mauled!

The plan was, to wake up, grab the gear, and head to Interstate Park, a mile south of Taylors Falls Minnesota. One problem, at the end of my driveway, was a 5-foot tall pile of heavy wet snow, thank you snowplow! I went for it, and of course, got stuck! I made it to the park and they hadn't plowed, I went for it, and this time I didn't get stuck, thank goodness! I headed down the path that led to the shores of the St. Croix River, but first I was greeted with honking, and more honking!

I started filming at Oxbo Bend, and in a very short time frame, pulled over to take some still pics. Man, it was beautiful!

Each year the paddle wheel boats are taken from Taylors Falls Minnesota and driven 30 miles down the St. Croix river to Stillwater Minnesota where they'll stay until the return trip in the Spring. In the video, we're going under the Soo Line Swing Bridge at about the halfway point.

Back in October I camped in Yellowstone and devoted one day to the Grand Teton's, and it was spectacular! Thanks for watching.

In late October and into November I spent 10 days in Yellowstone. Most mornings I awoke to temperatures in the 20's, it wasn't fun getting dressed! Many day's I encountered fog, a bit of snow and in some cases frost. The park was beyond spectacular, smaller crowds, wildlife around many corners, and very friendly tourists. Maybe, someday I'll return, until then I have many memories, images and videos to reminisce. Thanks for watching!