The Ear is a most remarkable small spring. Not only is it in the shape of an ear, but its lobe seems to be pierced, and the earring is a tiny geyser. "It is here that messages are transmitted, so the story goes, to regions below."

Beach Spring reminded me of an oyster, the opening in the center corresponding to the dark spot. It is surrounded by a flat, submerged beach.

BUTTERFLY SPRING © Haynes, St. Paul

After we had visited the springs and geysers on the hill, we returned to the camp to await the next number on the day's program.


CHAPTER VII

UPPER GEYSER BASIN (CONT.)