Yellowstone/Grand Teton Pictures

[The Mangonel]

Okay folks, post 'em up here. Today was just a freeway drive day, but I'll start things off with everyone's favorite Montana Tourist Stop.
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Tourist_Stop.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24059)

Two cars aren't seen. There will be seven of us tomorrow when Dave (repiv) joins us.

[Irish Rose]

OKAY, Folks. Where are the pictures? :ttiwwp:

[The Mangonel]

Hi Rose! We've been touring Yellowstone for the last 6 days and have had NO internet service. Barely any cell phones, no TV, no radio, no newspapers, I loved it! But we're in Gardiner now and (obviously) have service. Pics to come, trust me. Heading for home tomorrow and be back on Sunday. However, just so you know we were there:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Group_shot_at_Yellowstone.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24119)
left to right: Mo, Dave, Traci, Sharon, Steve, Pam, Bob. Cass, Dale, Rayhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Group_Shot_at_Grand_Tetons.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24118)

And we were here too!

[geras003]

That is it????? We need more pics!:poke:

[The Mangonel]

More pictures later tonight. Shower and dinner first. We haven't been in town very long. But, pictures later tonight, I promise.

[bwturner1951]

Nice pix! More, more!!

[The Mangonel]

I'm back, so here you go;
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Grand_Tetons_across_water.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24132)

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/S2000s_Grand_Tetons_2.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24135)

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Grand_Tetons.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24129)

This is how we spent a lot of our driving time
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Grand_Tetons_Highway_driving.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24131)

Of course, the weather was at least nice
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Made_in_the_Shade.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24133)
Look Ma. Sunshades!

[repiv]

Here is my initial contribution. More will come (with vids) when I get home.

THE BUG THAT STOPPED AN S2000 DRIVE DEAD IN ITS TRACKS (details to be revealed as the involved party wishes to comment.
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_02122.JPG


This little guy came to visit me at my cabin in Mammoth Hot Springs:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0239.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24121)


These guys stopped traffic to cross the road in Mammoth:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_02571.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24122)


This geyser looked like an old man with snot coming out his nose:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0295.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24123)


I only got the back end of this beast (bison) because I was running for my life. Moments after this, it almost stomped on Traci's car.
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0329.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24124)

What a beautiful setting for a line of S2000s:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0370.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24126)

Would ya like to take a dip in this 200 degree hot tub?
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0342.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24125)

THAR SHE BLOWS:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_0447.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24128)

The splendor of the inside of the Old Faithful Inn:
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/IMG_04021.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24127)

That's it for now.

[The Mangonel]

:facepalm:
Oh God, not the bug!
Don't forget the naked, in car, WooHoo dance.

[repiv]

I've never seen 7 S2000s do such a high speed exit off the highway before, followed by the naked funky chicken dance outside the car.

[MoS2000]

Here's some more eye-candy from the wonderful trip. More to follow as my vids and pics get downloaded and sorted out.

Have you ever seen such lovely, steaming blue?

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/BlueSpring.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/BlueSpring.jpg%5B/img%5D)

ooooh, and how about these colours?

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/MorningGlory.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/MorningGlory.jpg%5B/img%5D)

has algae ever looked this beautiful? and how about that insect speeding across the middle of the frame?

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/GreenAlgae.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/GreenAlgae.jpg%5B/img%5D)

just a small geyser, to whet the appetite

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/SmallGeyser.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/SmallGeyser.jpg%5B/img%5D)

and here is the Grand one, spewing forth at the command of The Mangonel

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/GrandGeyser.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/GrandGeyser.jpg%5B/img%5D)

[MoS2000]

... and lest we forget this critter, whom we prevented from assailing our fearless leader [The Mangonel]. I wonder if we would have seen further fast-footed antics if we had let this bug have his way with [Ray]!

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/RayBug.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/RayBug.jpg%5B/img%5D)

http://forums.s2kca.com/%5Bimg%5Dhttp://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/RayBug.jpg%5B/img%5D

[The Mangonel]

How about a little bit of Yellowstone National Park?
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/S2KCA_at_Roosevelt_Gate.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24174)
Roosevelt Gate - the original entry gate to Yellowstone NP

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/White_Cone_Geyser_2.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24175)
Cool geyser with a really small opening.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Geyser_Spray_on_S.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24171)
The result of White Cone Geyser going off. The spray is heavily chemical laden. I had to wipe down the interior and most of the exterior of the car with a wet rag.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/S2KCA_at_Riverside_Geyser.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24173)
Private showing of the Riverside Geyser especially for S2KCA! That's MO, Traci, Bob, Steve, Dave, Sharon and Pam. No one else was there, except for the ranger.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Parking_conservation.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24172)
Our parking conservation program. Two spots and six cars.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Dave_S2000s_at_Lewis.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24170)
Dave at Lewis Falls parking area.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Black_Sand_Basin_geyser.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24169)
S2K members at Black Sand Basin geyser.

[Irish Rose]

Great pictures.:thumbup: Thanks for sharing them. I had suspected that you might be internet deprived for a while. We made a trip through Yellowstone on our way home from Lake Tahoe in May but did not get to Old Faithful. It still is a thrill to drive through there and encounter the buffalo. It looks like everyone has had a good time. Looking forward to seeing all of you in the Black Hills in September 2011.

[The Mangonel]

Most of the people intend on being there. We may even set up a pre-S2KDays trip for a group. Do a few days touring before S2KDays starts, then end the trip at the Black Hills Meet.
By the way, a couple of people actually had cell service almost everywhere inside the park. I pity those people. My phone was in my suitcase!

[DJSS2K]

:clap: : Thank you ,the trip was GREAT:

[repiv]

It wasn't just GREAT...................... It was

Sugar Frosted Flakes GGRRRRRREEEAAAATTTT!!!!!

I've been to a LOT of meets and drives. The organization, planning and detail of Ray's events are unsurpassed, bar none. The pace is just right. The routes are always entertaining. The stops are timely and takes in what we all want to see. Accommodations and meals are all well planned. I mean, who can complain about a banquet each and every night? And the view from the dining rooms ............. What can I say?

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0362.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24176)

[repiv]

Our trip began like this:

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_02052.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24177)

It ended like this ...................... "One of these things are not like the others". Can you spot it? --------->>>

http://good-times.webshots.com/video/3060088780025981935unyvGv?vhost=good-times <<<----------

[Ulrich]

"One of these things are not like the others". Can you spot it? --------->>>
No. But I can spot six people who don't know the right way to park their car. :rofl:

[4U2NV]

Isn't there a club rule that whenever more than 2 S2000s meet they have to back into every parking space? :think:

Our trip began like this:

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_02052.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24177)

It ended like this ...................... "One of these things are not like the others". Can you spot it? --------->>>

http://good-times.webshots.com/video/3060088780025981935unyvGv?vhost=good-times <<<----------

[repiv]

Naw, only firemen back into stalls. I'm retired. Traci only backed in 'cause she used to always hit the nose to the parking block. I got her trained and she drove in nose first by the time the drive ended.

[geras003]

VERY nice pics! Hopefully we will make the trip through these parks before of after S2KDays next year!!:rockon: :rockon:

[repiv]

VERY nice pics! Hopefully we will make the trip through these parks before of after S2KDays next year!!:rockon: :rockon:
DO IT! You'll see some amazing things. You should reserve all the hotels/motels at least 6 months in advance or you may be disappointed. Every room was filled everywhere when we went. However, if you go in Sept., things should open up quite a bit.

[geras003]

DO IT! You'll see some amazing things. You should reserve all the hotels/motels at least 6 months in advance or you may be disappointed. Every room was filled everywhere when we went. However, if you go in Sept., things should open up quite a bit.

Will do our best to make it! Are you coming to S2kdays next year, Dave?

[repiv]

OK, the following 3 pics are for Jason and Ulrich ............................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_03923.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24193)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_03701.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24186)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0315.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24183)

And another one to just bug the S2000 parking Gestapo .........................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_03841.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24192)

Some wildlife .................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0326.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24184)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0478.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24197)
This little fella came to visit me at my cabin ..............
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_02391.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24180)

My cabin (on left) ............... (Don't let the "rustic" look fool you. Inside, it's clean, comfy, with hot and cold running water.)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0226.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24179)

Some "Ooooh .......... Ahhhh" moments ....................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_03071.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24182)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0373.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24187)

View from the Lake House restaurant .................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0359.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24185)

More ..............
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0365.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24190)
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0517.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24198)

Old Faithful moments before she blew...............
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_04073.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24195)

Main lobby of Old Faithful Inn..............
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_04022.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24194)

Lunch with a view.............
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_03811.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24191)

The "bug rangler" ..................
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0438.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24196)

From Mammoth Hot Springs ................... Picture perfect!
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_02832.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24181)

View from motel in Gardiner ................ Last night of the drive ...........
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/15572/medium/IMG_0546.JPG (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24199)

A couple of vids to follow once they load.

[repiv]

Will do our best to make it! Are you coming to S2kdays next year, Dave?
At this moment, I do plan to come but things can change in a year.

[repiv]

Here are vids of 2 different geysers. I think both are far more entertaining than Old Faithful, even though they don't blow nearly as high.

1st one is of Riverside Geyser ................
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBS5oZYemYM

Next one is of Grand Geyser ...............
http://good-times.webshots.com/video/3016801330025981935kKgnUf?vhost=good-times

[The Mangonel]

If I had only brought my fishing rod!
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Lewis_River_Valley.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24200)

One of my favorites from the trip. S2000 line up at Hot Lake.
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/S2000s_at_Hot_Lake.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24203)

And our admirer!
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Marmot_admiring_S2000s.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24202)

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with Lower Falls
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/Lower_Falls_Canyon.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24201)

And last, Twin Geysers or The Face at West Thumb
http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/medium/the_eyes.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24204)

[MoS2000]

Thanks to everyone for making this a WONDERFUL trip for me - I enjoyed it immensely. As I drove home yesterday through Grand Coulee and back to Vancouver Canada, it just didn't feel the same without the other people. Thanks to Ray for planning it to perfection. It was great meeting y'awl. Here's to Ray, Dave, Traci, Pam, Bob, Sharon, Steve, Cass, and Dale - great times, new friends. See ya soon.
PS: My laptop coughed up some blood this morning, so I'm going to have to do some fancy footwork to recover my vids. Lucky I also have another backup device, and I religiously saved the vids each night to both devices!!! Now, as long as the backup doesn't cough blood....

[s2kbobby]

I could have sworn I recognized someone in that Yellowstone picture.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/Group_shot_at_Yellowstone_copy.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24205)

[repiv]

Thanks to everyone for making this a WONDERFUL trip for me - I enjoyed it immensely. As I drove home yesterday through Grand Coulee and back to Vancouver Canada, it just didn't feel the same without the other people. Thanks to Ray for planning it to perfection. It was great meeting y'awl. Here's to Ray, Dave, Traci, Pam, Bob, Sharon, Steve, Cass, and Dale - great times, new friends. See ya soon.
PS: My laptop coughed up some blood this morning, so I'm going to have to do some fancy footwork to recover my vids. Lucky I also have another backup device, and I religiously saved the vids each night to both devices!!! Now, as long as the backup doesn't cough blood....
It was really great to finally meet you. Your enthusiasm for the S2000 is a fine example for all.
My little laptop got me so fed up, I'm about to wipe it clean and give it away to someone needy. I'm going to look at a Mac Book for my next one.

I could have sworn I recognized someone in that Yellowstone picture.

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/Group_shot_at_Yellowstone_copy.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24205)

Bob, that was REALLY funny. I love it! Thanks for adding a bit of humour to this humble thread.

[The Mangonel]

http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/data/500/Group_shot_at_Yellowstone_copy.jpg (http://forums.s2kca.com/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=24205)
:lahim: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[bwturner1951]

Bob, that was REALLY funny. I love it! Thanks for adding a bit of humour to this humble thread.

I could swear that on an earlier post you said you DID NOT look like that! :D

[repiv]

I could swear that on an earlier post you said you DID NOT look like that! :D
Well, a bit later in life, I developed this awful eye twitch. :D

[bimdub]

Well Done Ray! very nice!

[The Mangonel]

Actually, I want to thank all those who made this trip. I may have set it up, but it wouldn't have gone without you. And it definitely wouldn't have been as enjoyable. This was a really great group of people to tour with. I had a lot of fun and a really enjoyable time. I just hope you all enjoyed it as much as I did. You all helped make this THE most enjoyable S2KCA trip I've taken. Thank you all.
Ray
(PS: I didn't even mind the bug jokes!)

[BCPC2001]

Bob & I had a great time too! We really do have the best group!! Thanks again Ray for making it happen.

[The Mangonel]

Pam, Bob; welcome back to the site! Glad you enjoyed yourselves.

[MoS2000]

Pam and Bob: you're on the site - yay.
I enjoyed the trip despite the few days that a vettish interloper was amongst us! JUST KIDDING, Bob - love your Vette. Bet you now have it spiffed up in multi-coats of wax and Pam can use any part of it as a mirror!

[repiv]

P & B, good to see you here. Don't be strangers.

Ray, showed my kids the pictures of those bugs. They were completely grossed out and were amazed you didn't crash your car when that thing crawled inside your shirt.

[FLA-Vyk]

Great photos.