Thailand Elephant Camp 2001

After touring too many temples to count, in and around Chang Mai, we teachers from the US were taken to the elephant camp for R and R. Since elephants are my favorite animals for many reasons, I was understandably concerned about using these magnificent beasts for tourism purposes. I was assured that they are well treated. I often wonder if that's the case, and certainly hope so. Since I had no choice because I was in a group and also because I was curious, I went along and am not sorry I did, for no other reason that they are truly remarkable beasts.
Photos by Kate Mura ©

Two curious little girls watching us.

Picasso, the Artist



On the trail