April 29, 1805
I rarely describe any animal because it is not what I set out to do, but I am compelled to write about the Grizzly Bear. It is one of the most interesting creatures I have encountered on this journey. I have only heard the Grizzly described as a ferocious man-eater. That is as tall as a tree and wide as the river itself, but I was very wrong. The crew killed its first bear just bellow Big Muddy Creek or Martha's River. It had dark brown white tipped fur that glistened in the sunlight. It had massive paws that were about 4 inches in length. It appeared to slouch over with its head low before we killed it, but it was about 4 feet tall when measured. From head to tail the bear was about 6 feet long. From observing a mother with her cubs, from a safe distance, I could tell that they were caring family to there own kin, but very protective when around another bear.
this is great i like how you changed it up form plants to animals at 6 in the morning =D
ReplyDeleteGood job! very interesting picture
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ReplyDelete" . . . a certain calmness in her . . ." "I feel compelled to write . . ." As the guys in our documentary would say, "You are quite the stylist" in your journal. I read a lot of entries, and your style and ease with words describing so many aspects of our journey are truly a pleasure to read. I love hearing your calm voice, describing exciting discoveries, from people, to plants, and now to animals. Then your eye for pictures. Excellent work.
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