What was the tourist doing just before the bison charged?

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A tourist was stopping to take a photograph with his grandson when a bison charged.

A 65-year-old tourist, Carl Isom-McDaniel, was seriously injured after being charged by a Yellowstone bison. The incident occurred on July 10 at Bridge Bay Campground near Yellowstone Lake. Isom-McDaniel was visiting the park with his 13-year-old grandson when the bull bison suddenly attacked.
Incident Details

The tourist was attempting to take a photograph with his grandson when the bison charged. He was subsequently tossed approximately 2.4 metres (8 feet) into the air. Isom-McDaniel sustained a broken femur near his hip and underwent surgery on July 12.
Bison's Behaviour

A photographer who witnessed the event described the bison as "angry, agitated and charging anything and everything." Park officials suggested that the bull's aggressive behaviour might be linked to a surge in testosterone as the mating season begins.
Outcome for the Bison

Park officials have determined that the bison involved in the incident will not be euthanised and will face no management action. This decision was made after reviewing the circumstances of the encounter.

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