Waking up in a small puddle of water wasn't the most pleasant feeling, but we're not here for it to be easy! During the night, there was a rain storm matched with freezing temperatures, causing much of our camping gear to freeze. However, being cold could not stop us from enjoying marvelous views that Mother Earth has provided. After climbing the slow hills, we were delighted by the vistas and ever-changing landscape. The miles flew by, and we got to see Old Faithful at our lunch stop. Old Faithful lived up to its expectation! The rest of the day was like we were in a movie with the trees and nature that surrounded us! There were some incredible downhills, and almost everyone on the team got to see elk on the side of the road! Overall, the team found the day very memorable and its sure to be one of the favorites of the trips.Thanks to the kind people of West Yellowstone who donated great food to us! Thanks also to Kenny's mom for paying for dinner and to Amanda's dad for bringing us ice cream!Love always,The Illini 4000