Yellowstone, Day 9

Near the end of my stay, I finally got a good, long look at a black bear.  This one was walking a log like an  expert logger and had a large crowd of onlookeers.  I didn't get to see a grizzly, but that's just another reason to come back again. 

The canyons were captivating one more time.  I could stare at them for days and be content. 

The big valleys in the northeastern part of the park held large herds of buffalo, the biggest I've ever seen.  They reminded me of "Dances With Wolves" and prompted me to watch the fine movie once again.  Then for my last night in the park, I dined at the Yellowstone Lake Lodge Restaurant and had bison tenderloin.  It was an enjoyable, though somewhat solemn meal, given all the wonderful creatures I had seen while there. 

My most favorite picture taken at Yellowstone is this simple pine against a grey sky.