In National Parks, such as Yellowstone, you can’t help but getting close to your subject—especially if a so-called “bison jam” is blocking the road. Rather than shouting or swearing impatiently at the animals blocking the roadways, times like these are perfect for stopping the car, grabbing the camera (which should be charged and ready on the seat beside you) and taking advantage of your mobile photo-blind. Better yet, have someone else drive while you fire away, as long as whoever does the driving does so respectfully and lets the wild subjects have the right of way. Unlike hunting, it’s legal to “shoot” from the roadway, and as always, it’s immensely more satisfying.

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