The Land of Moose and Bears

Watching for wildlife takes on whole new meaning when it means hiking with an eye out for Grizzlies. This awareness was new territory for me, and I read a book called "Bear Aware" upon arriving at our destination. I need not have feared... we didn't see any Grizzlies or Black Bears. Maybe it was the singing we did to warn them of our presence on the trails. Or maybe I was just a little hyper-sensitive to the possibility.

Bears or the possibility of bears could not put a damper on our delight at the hours spent hiking and playing in Big Sky country. We had a wonderful respite and couldn't have asked for more pristine hikes.

Ousel Falls was one of the hikes listed as "must do" by the owners of the condo. Their recommendation was well deserved... we hiked Ousel Falls several times. The last day we spend in Montana we hiked there and Jonathan hiked 1.5 miles up and down hills with no carrying except the last 100 yards uphill. We're priming him early for lots outdoor adventures.