Day 13: Yellowstone, WY

FISHING DAY!

When it was raining and 40 degrees at 6:15, I was concerned.

When it was raining and 44 degrees at 7:00, I was concerned.

When Marta had the door close on her toe and caused her big toe to get ripped off, I was concerned.

We had to be at the marina at 7:45, it was cold, raw, and raining.

We rushed to get out of the hotel and to the docks, but in our haste, the room door closed on Marta’s foot and tore the toenail.  If you are scoring at home, this is our second injury, both to Marta!

We treated her foot, and called the marina to say we were going to arrive after 8.

Once we started, the rain picked up and the boat sped to East Yellowstone Lake.  Our guide was great.  She lives at Yellowstone year round and was very knowledgable. 

Marta and Liam caught native trout in the 4-6 pound range.  They needed to be released.

Overall, it was a great day!

We saw many bison, elk, and deer throughout the park.

At night, we had an interesting sleeping arrangement on paper: Meg went back to Lake Hotel, and we stayed at Old Faithful Inn.  The room, however, had 3 queen beds and no bathroom.  It was as close to camping as I could get my mom.  It was a beautiful room and amazing hotel.  I felt like Teddy Roosevelt was holding court in the main sitting area of the hotel.

We ate well and slept well.