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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: If you plan to hike, bring hiking boots if you have them. Always bring some warm clothing if you plan to drive up into the mountains, including Yellowstone, as there can be a cold snap, even snow in any month of the year in the high country. Casual and nice casual clothing is the rule around Cody. You won't need a suit and tie or a long dress to eat out in any of Cody's restaurants.

Photo Equipment: CAMERAS: should not be left at home, no matter what type you own. Also, if you have them, a tripod and telephoto lenses are wonderful for photographing elk, deer, bear, big horn sheep, buffalo, antelope, coyote, wolves (in Yellowstone), birds,etc. A movie camera or a digital with video would be great if you plan to take in the July 4th parade or a rodeo. The photo of this grizzly bear with her cub was taken along the highway, which runs beside the Shoshone River as you drive to Yellowstone National Park. It was taken with a 300mm zoom lens.

Miscellaneous: If you are headed for Yellowstone National Park, and plan to spend time viewing wildlife, be sure to bring binoculars. A spotting scope, if you have one, is even better. Wildlife can be off in the distance, especially if you are out looking for wolves, and this equipment can greatly enhance your wildlife experience.