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Wordless Wednesday: Quiet Moments in Yellowstone

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For Wordless Wednesday, let your images tell the story.

We’re in Yellowstone National Park this week!

orange pool in yellowstone
Orange Thermal Pool
Yellow Sulphuric Geyser
Midway Geyser area

“Find peace in the quiet moments.” – Lorna Jackie Wilson

field of bison
Yellowstone, where the bison roam
bison grazing
Yellowstone Bison
herd of Elk
Elk Stop Traffic

Sharing for Lens-Artists: Quiet Moments

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84 responses to “Wordless Wednesday: Quiet Moments in Yellowstone”

  1. Hayley Osner Avatar
    Hayley Osner

    These images carry such peace and power — a reminder of how sacred Yellowstone’s wild spaces truly are.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Hayley, I appreciate your comment!

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  2. Sunday Stills Monthly #Color Challenge: Vibrant Yellow and Orange Hues, with Hints of #Yellowstone – Second Wind Leisure Perspectives Avatar
    Sunday Stills Monthly #Color Challenge: Vibrant Yellow and Orange Hues, with Hints of #Yellowstone – Second Wind Leisure Perspectives

    […] I shared the above image of the bison last Wednesday. […]

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  3. Wind Kisses Avatar
    Wind Kisses

    So special. Home…..

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  4. Mitzy Bricker Avatar
    Mitzy Bricker

    Gorgeous, Terri. I love the rugged beauty of out Wast.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Mitzy! Rugged beauty indeed!

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  5. JohnRH Avatar
    JohnRH

    Great selections. Beautiful place!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, John! We felt like we only saw the tip of the iceberg.

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  6. Sofia Alves Avatar
    Sofia Alves

    Incredible experience, Terri. Thank you for sharing it with us!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Sofia. Fun to make new memories for us, too.

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  7. Linda Schaub Avatar
    Linda Schaub

    Lucky you seeing all these sights Terri – the buffalo roaming about would wow me too!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Linda. As i type this we are pulling out to drive back home. I’m sharing much more about Yellowstone over the next month.

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      1. Linda Schaub Avatar
        Linda Schaub

        Safe travels the rest of your trip Terri. Having never been to Yellowstone, I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of your photos.

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  8. Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com Avatar
    Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com

    Beautiful! One of these days, I hope to visit Yellowstone. I’ve been to so many western national parks, I can’t believe I haven’t been there. Was this time of year a good time to go there? (temp/crowd-wise)? Where did you stay?

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Janis! It took us 65 yrs to get here. September is a great time to go. Fewer crowds, cooler weather. Having the lifetime NP pass get you through the gate faster. We used our travel trailer and camped in KOA west Yellowstone. It was still a longer drive from Eastern WA, but not bad. If you can plan 3-4 whole days there its worth it.

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  9. Toni Pike Avatar
    Toni Pike

    Incredible, Terri

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Toni!

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  10. Debbie D. Avatar
    Debbie D.

    Thanks for sharing your trip Terri! Love the Bison, especially. 🙂

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks for reading, Debbie! More to come!

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      1. Debbie D. Avatar
        Debbie D.

        Looking forward to it! I’ll be doing a Sunday Stills post this week as well. 🙂

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Well, I look forward to that!

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  11. Eugi Avatar
    Eugi

    Such beautiful photos of nature, and the bison, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Eugi. It’s been a wonderful trip.

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      1. Eugi Avatar
        Eugi

        You’re welcome, Terri.

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  12. Ritva Sillanmäki Photography Avatar
    Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

    I am repeating the comments before, what a joy it would be to be able to see the bisons and the the nature around needless to say is wonderful.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Ritva! Indeed bison are quiet giants.

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  13. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    Looks like you’re having a wonderful time there Terri and getting some great photos.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Graham. We are. I can’t believe it only took most of my life to visit!

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  14. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    I really like Bison

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      They are cool customers, Brian. Like giant cattle with huge heads that can toss a human 20 feet into the air. Unless you mean to eat! 😆

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      1. bushboy Avatar
        bushboy

        I have visions of the huge herds that used to inhabit the plains of the US. Wouldn’t that have been a sight to see 😲

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        The bison herds are protected in Yellowstone and are making a good comeback. The small herds we saw were breathtaking!

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      3. bushboy Avatar
        bushboy

        I have read about the Bison in Yellowstone. Also how the reintroduction of Wolves has helped re-establish the ecosystem from the destruction by Elks

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      4. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        That’s great! The bison herds have improved the grassland ecosystems as well…introducing all that nitrogen into the soil, improving the grasses. So fascinating how everything works together.

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      5. bushboy Avatar
        bushboy

        It sure is

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  15. andybuz78 Avatar
    andybuz78

    I am heading there next week ! Love the pics !

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you! There is so much to see there.

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  16. Hazel Avatar
    Hazel

    Those bisons are amazing to see. I love this nature sharing, Terri.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Hazel! Today we got to see a bison a mere 25 feet away…we stayed in our truck. Do you have water buffalo where you are?

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      1. Hazel Avatar
        Hazel

        Yeah, we have many water buffalo here. In my surroundings. Papa has two, thank God.

        How amazing to see closer to bisons. Are they dangerous?

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Water buffalo and North American bison are distant cousins 🙂 Bison can be dangerous if provoked or scared. Males weigh 2000 pounds! The national park warns people to stay 75 feet away. Today we were very close. But I hid behind our truck. LOL!

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      3. Hazel Avatar
        Hazel

        Good thing there’s a truck to hide in to capture those beautiful animals.🤩

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  17. Nancy Avatar
    Nancy

    What a beautiful place. Thanks for the memories. I enjoyed your pictures.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Nancy! We’ve really enjoyed discovering new-to-us places!

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  18. Orpita Chatterjee Avatar
    Orpita Chatterjee

    Beautiful

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  19. Tina Schell Avatar
    Tina Schell

    Terrific fit for our challenge this week Terri, loved all of your choices but the closing image is my favorite.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Tina! Small herds of Elk are so fun to see.

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  20. dawnkinster Avatar
    dawnkinster

    I was there as a kid, and not since. I’d love to visit again.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      I’m glad you’ve visited, Dawn. I can’t believe it took me 65 yrs to get here 😂

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      1. dawnkinster Avatar
        dawnkinster

        From what I remember, and what I’ve seen through other people’s eyes and lens is that it’s an amazing place that I’m sure I could spend weeks exploring and not get enough.

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  21. robbiesinspiration Avatar
    robbiesinspiration

    I find your bison very interesting to look at. Are they aggressive?

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      They are found only on the North American continent and have been in this area since the last ice age, Robbie. They can be aggressive and the internet is full of images of dumb people trying to pet them. And they get tossed or gored. Male bison mature to 2000 pounds!

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      1. robbiesinspiration Avatar
        robbiesinspiration

        Very interesting informations. Thanks, Terri

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Sure! Seems that buffalo are found in Europe. Buffalo and bison are related and are members of the same family as cattle. A Park Ranger told us that today.

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      3. robbiesinspiration Avatar
        robbiesinspiration

        We have Cape buffalo here in Southern Africa. They are aggressive if provoked 🤗

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  22. Wandering Dawgs Avatar
    Wandering Dawgs

    Terri, great images of beautiful Yellowstone! Love the Bison!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Beth! They are amazing and have improved the grasslands of Yellowstone over the years.

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  23. Three by Lisa Avatar
    Three by Lisa

    Wonderful pictures for Wordless Wednesday

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Lisa. Seemed like very few words needed. 😁

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  24. Jane Lurie Avatar
    Jane Lurie

    Cool shots, Terri. Such an amazing park!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Jane! I’m always happy when you stop by! I have a ton more images to share in coming posts. Two more days here.

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  25. Egídio Avatar
    Egídio

    Nothing says quiet as the Lamar Valley in Yellowstone with the bison roaming free. Beautiful series!

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Egidio! More photos to come. These bison were conveniently grazing a few miles from the west entrance. A daily event it seems.

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  26. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    Thank you Terri for the excellent and beautiful scenic photos of of Yellowstone. I hope to visit there some day. Cheers.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, It’s beautiful, Suzette, worth the trip!

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  27. John Avatar
    John

    Lovely photos, Terri! The first photo is kinda scary looking. 💀

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, John! It was a smallish thermal pool. Prettier in person 😂

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      1. John Avatar
        John

        That’s what I thought it was, don’t get too close! 😂

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  28. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    Beautiful pictures. I visited there with my brother in 2004. A lovely place

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thank you, Sadje, im so glad you got to see the park yourself!

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      1. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        Yes so am I. But we had two days and it’s a huge park. Could have spent more time there. But I have happy memories

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        We have three entire days, one day we go up to Bozeman, Montana for the day. I didn’t know there was so much more to see than the Old Faithful Geyser and herds of bison!

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      3. Sadje Avatar
        Sadje

        Yes, there were all the geysers, and the land scapes. We stayed there 2 nights in different lodges.

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  29. Darlene Avatar
    Darlene

    I love Yellowstone Park. Visited a few years back on a motorcycle. Amazing! Your pictures are wonderful.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      On a motorcycle? Wow, Beth! It is really more than just geysers and bison. We’re off to see Mammoth Springs today. Thank you!

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      1. Darlene Avatar
        Darlene

        I wanted to stop and take pictures of the bison but hubby said they could charge us and knock the Honda Goldwing over. Yikes. I just bought post cards.

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        We’ve gotten great shots, but i have a great zoom lens. Cameras have come a long way, right?

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      3. Darlene Avatar
        Darlene

        They certainly have, and also you have good eye.

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  30. Anne Sandler Avatar
    Anne Sandler

    Thanks for taking me back to Yellowstone Terri! Great pictures.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      You’re welcome, Anne, thanks for reading! As first time visitors here, we are in awe! More to come!

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      1. Anne Sandler Avatar
        Anne Sandler

        First timers, wow. I remember when there was just a small wooden fence around Old Faithful. My kids were young then. My youngest in a stroller. Now, at our last visit, there was a gallery of stands to see old faithful. Enjoy!

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      2. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        I can imagine Yellowstone being a rustic destination back in the day, Anne. Now it’s a worldwide destination! We’re at the north entrance today checking out Mammoth Springs area.

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  31. Jacqui Murray Avatar
    Jacqui Murray

    What a lovely world to live in.

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    1. Terri Webster Schrandt Avatar
      Terri Webster Schrandt

      Thanks, Jacqui, amazing right? The bison have been in Yellowstone since the last ice age.

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