What a writer you are amazing!! I was not to enthralled with the helicopter ride either although had no problems with the movement you just really do not see that much and it is so expensive.
Gypsy's brings back fond memories as does Steve who I thought was an awesome guide so glad he is your "keeper" again.
Sounds like the weather is as expected. That very first trip we were SO lucky although cold we did not have the wind and falling snow. Of course we did not have the lovely LISA.
Hope you see TONS of bears sparring, mothers with babies and that the best bear of all SNAGLETOOTH is on stage. I wish you warm gypsy's soup of your favorite variety and hot coffee at lunch time.
Steve probably wont remember us now it has been too long but wish him well for me anyway.