As we have already discussed, getting out in nature is a fabulous and easy way to appreciate the environment. During the summer months, millions of Americans, and people from all over the world visit our national parks. The National Park Service has strict rules about visitors interacting with animals in the parks, and people must stay at least one hundred yards away from predators like bears and wolves, especially with cubs and pups. But some people ignore the rules.
You can see photos and videos of these “Tourons’ (“tourist” and “moron”) in action on an Instagram page for Tourons of Yellowstone (@touronsofyellowstone) where you can see these idiots crowding around a Grizzly Bear on a fresh elk kill, a mother Grizzly Bear with two cubs close by, and infringing upon bison, moose, and elk. It’s hard to believe. Today, however, people want to get the best selfies and photos of themselves with wild animals to post on social media, and closer is better, right? WRONG! Don’t be a Touron. Respect the rules, the animals, and the other people trying to view the animals. Use some common sense too. If the animals approach you, YOU need to move back! Also, if you see a Touron, find a ranger. They can give them a heavy fine or throw them out of the Park.
References:
https://www.thecooldown.com/outdoors/prismatic-geyser-yellowstone-mammal-bears/
