I can’t say I love wearing a mask, but it beats staying at home. Yellowstone is a magical place, even in the midst of a pandemic. Not all the campgrounds are open, and you certainly have less dining options within the park, but judging by the lines to get in, Yellowstone is still drawing a crowd. It is such a big park, with so many attractions that it is possible to find solitude. Even at the most famous sites, people are doing a pretty good job following the Corona virus safety measures. The park has responded well with signs and oneway direction paths on the walking trails, where you used to be allowed to go in either direction. Hand sanitizer is readily available at gathering points and it appears the rangers and other personnel have been well trained. The wildlife still is doing what wildlife does, and that still causes traffic jams; whether they be bear jams, wolf jams, bison jams, coyote jams, or elk jams. There are a few road closures, but that is due to road construction and forest fires. It is said that the National Parks are America’s best idea. It seems, for many, it is still providing hope and happiness. For a few shots from day two in the park click here. We started in Gardiner, Montana just outside the park and ended the day in the Canyon Campground.
a gentle imperative with a simple goal
