Yesterday was our introduction to wildlife and life in the Tetons! This pretty much just entailed learning how to avoid and deter bears. Which means, we got our pepper spray, and got to practice using inert pepper spray cans. That was interesting…
We learned a bit about how to distinguish between black and grizzly bears, as well as some of the behavior they exhibit when stressed. A lot of people in class already have had experience with bears or bear country, but then there's me. With absolutely noooo idea what to do when I saw a bear! Well, now I do.
After dinner a few of us went on a short hike up one of the hills by ditch creek. I have to admit I was a little winded, but it was fun! Had to cross a few fallen trees over the water, which was not my cup of tea, but I managed. Saw some great views, and saw lot of limber pines and cones along the way! The trip back down the hill was a slippery mess, but sliding down on our feet seemed to work pretty well!
More bonding time in the commons last night, as well as a short hula lesson...
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| Some views from the top of the hill |
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| Ditch creek |
Today and tomorrow are free days, and I have no idea yet what I am going to do!
~Meghan
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