Hangin’ Out Until Cades Cove Re-opens

“Hangin’ Out Until Cades Cove Re-opens”

Judy Royal Glenn Photography

Part II - If you were wondering what the bears are doing while Cades Cove is closed…they are “Hangin’ Out.”

The wait is almost over for the Cades Cove Loop road to re-open due to repaving. Tomorrow, September 28, the Cove should re-open. Fingers crossed! 

The bears “told” me they have been hanging out and having a lot of fun. They sure missed us though:)

Backstory: In May, I found a bear while walking in the woods with friends. We found out the bear was a female when she crossed the road and called down her cubs from a tree. It was precious. This photo shows one of the cubs coming down.

 I named the mama bear Pepe. Pepe nursed the cubs, then they were on the move—fueled and ready to go. They crossed the road safely because a car stopped for them. 

They caused quite a commotion. The cubs played follow the leader on a downed tree, had a sumo wrestling match, peered at the tourist while standing on their hind legs, climbed up and down trees, and even picked out a Christmas tree for the family.

Pepe then “treed” the cubs a.k.a. told them which tree to climb and stay in. She then took a nap on a downed moss-covered tree. They finally crossed the road and disappeared.

It was an amazing day. I was happy that so many others were able to see the bears!

Are you ready to go back to the Cades Cove and see them again?

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Location: Cades Cove, Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Wildlife and Nature Photography for Sale

"Wildlife and Nature Photography for Sale"

Judy Royal Glenn Photography

 

As you know, my favorite thing to photograph is black bears. I will photograph anything the Lord puts in front of me to photograph.

But you may not know I have a website and my work is for sale. I sold two photos of the Queen Anne’s lace recently—photo shown bottom right.

This collage of photos shows the main page of my website, a sample of some of the many galleries, a helpful tool showing how different size photos appear on a wall, and it shows a few of my latest photos.

I would love for you to visit my site. Which is your favorite photo? 

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Happy Fall Y’all!!

‘Strollin’ Wet Bear

“‘Strollin’ Wet Bear”

Judy Royal Glenn Photography

Well, if you’re wondering what the bears are doing because Cades Cove Loop Road is closed, look at this photo. They are probably strollin’ down Hyatt Lane without a care in the world.

I’m excited to see the new road. Hopefully, there will be more paved pull-offs so people will pull over when they see a bear and not block traffic.

The day I photographed this mama bear, she walked down Hyatt Lane with three cubs, two volunteers, and a few people in tow. The bears meandered around and enjoyed the greens covered by the fresh rain. 

I told my friend earlier, “Let’s go find some wet bears.” And that we did!

To purchase wildlife and nature fine art prints, please visit my website:

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Location: Cades Cove, Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

No Bull

“No Bull”

Judy Royal Glenn Photography

If you’ve never had the chance to see the elk at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center, you need to go. The elk roam and graze in the fields and sometimes cross the Oconaluftee River—which make for great photography! Male elk are called a bulls and can weigh up to 800 pounds and carry huge antlers.

Elk were reintroduced to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2001. The original elk were overhunted by the settlers which lead to their demise.  

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Location: Cherokee, North Carolina

Giddyup, Mama!

“Giddyup, Mama!”

~ A bear cub climbs on his mama’s back ~

Judy Royal Glenn Photography

Once in a while, you get a special opportunity when out photographing. A black bear and her cubs graced my presence. They meandered about on Sparks Lane for a while. I parked my car at the top of the hill and Hazel and her cubs decided to walk near it. 

While I was photographing her, I noticed another set of ears popping up on her back. One of her cubs climbed up and said, “Giddyup, Mama!”

To purchase wildlife and nature fine art prints, please visit my website:

https://www.judyroyalglennphotography.com

Location: Cades Cove, Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park