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5/16/2010

Not much change in the weather. We received .34" of rain up top. The high was 64 degrees with the low of 50. I can not really tell what the weather is going to do today. I can see blue sky but there are a lot of clouds hanging around. We have had a few more sightings of the bear. He has been brave enough to come into camp during dinner. That is a habit we need to break. Remember folks, a fed bear is a dead bear. The object is to keep them wild. We will do our part, but you need to do yours as well.

Doug Y.

5/16/2010 01:58:15 am

I've encountered many bears in the Park over the years and I've always been able to avoid or scare them off, not that I'm any kind of expert or authority. Sounds like you have an interesting problem on your hands. I was wondering if you'll have to call in some Park ranger or such. Seems that your weather is pleasant. Wish I could change my July date to May, but will do that next season. G'day !

Ron Adams

5/18/2010 04:52:25 am

Allyson,

I am curious what you guys do when a bear wanders into camp. How do you scare him/her off? What techniques do you employ? Or is it as simple as running out there and banging some pots and pans? Presumably, the folks who hike up there know better than to feed the bear. So why isn't he scared of the Lodge and people, and why does he come around? Is the smell just too much for him? I have these questions, particularly in light of that poor bear they killed because she lightly bit the ankle of a dumb tourist the other day. I love the Lodge and LeConte and am very curious how you guys handle this. Thanks in advance. And enjoy your mini-vacation down in the valley......
Ron

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