Day 15

Once again we left camp early in order to get to West Yellowstone by 8AM to sign Dawson and Emma up to feed the bears at The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center.  We arrived early - as your would expect.  After signing in, we splurged and had an Egg McMuffin for breakfast!! I hate to say it but they were GREAT!  

The Discovery Center was really amazing.  We watched an exclusive video on the Wolves of Yellowstone and were serenaded by the wolf pack housed in the Center.  The true treat of the day was watching Dawson and Emma hide food for the bears.  When the bears emerged from their holding area, they went straight for the food.  We learned that bears have the ability to smell as well as 700 humans! It was a really informative day and we all learned about the wolves and bears in the surrounding area.

When we arrived back at camp we all were in need of some down time.  After some quiet time, Amy, the kids and I went for a hike down the Madison River.  The best part was our return trip.  We decided to walk upstream the entire way.  It was exhausting and exhilarating.  The water was cold and VERY deep at points.  We arrived just before a strong storm blew.  Strong winds and loud thunder accompanied our appetizers.  

A true campfire dinner of sausages on the open fire and corn filled our bellies.  It wasn't long before we were all ready for bed.  We will be leaving Yellowstone in the morning and heading to Livingston, MT.