While out on the trails this morning I came upon this big buy snoozing behind a fallen tree amongst the ferns and new flora. The morning sun was hitting the right spots as he lazily lounged in the warm glow. He was about 10 yards away. I wouldn’t have seen him but the big black dark spot of his head and then the flash of his golden muzzle alerted me to his presence. I watched for a bit. At one point he lifted his head and our gaze met. After a bit I retreated backtracking the way I came just to give him his peace and comfort. While leaving the area I caught a quick glimpse of the resident fox before it disappeared into the brush. It was an amazing morning with more photos and video to come. First bear encounter on the books.