It was a good day for Ted. His outpouring of energy in the pool on this hot, humid day looked like fun, and he showed his enjoyment meeting people in the behind-the-scenes tours. 
250,000I got to do my own behind-the-scenes tour and spend some time with him. He is special. The staff tells me they are making plans to give Ted his own pools as soon as possible. Not a replacement for the big pool, a pool he can use as much as he wants until it is his turn for the big pool. https://youtu.be/HiQmHWIIAkk
A joy today was the annual Eagles Nest Community picnic and seeing so many people who make this nature-loving community so unique. It felt good to be among them.
Later in the day, we celebrated a milestone with a picture. Director Scott had fixed the air conditioning and doors of the Van to be ready for the Black Bear Field Courses that begin in about 3 weeks. Together, he and I have gotten the Van to the 250,000 mile mark and believe it will make 300,000.
Thank you for all you do.
Lynn Rogers, Biologist, Wildlife Research Institute and North American Bear Center