Warm breezes and "chamber of commerce" blue skies make spring an ideal time to get out into the national parks, but in those parks with snow in the mountains visitors have to be aware of both hungry bears coming out of hibernation and the potential for avalanches. Pedaling up that iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park in springtime, before snow is fully removed and vehicles are allowed on it, can be a spectacular experience. Paying attention to your surroundings can ensure it's a safe roundtrip, notes Glacier Superintendent Jeff Mow.