Most nights, after watching the sunset, we would walk the “loop” (roadway around the resort) before heading to our bungalow. On this evening, a female elk popped out of the brush just ahead of us and nonchalantly clicked her way down the road to an area with better browsing. The whole thing was just funny. She went about her business and we went about ours.
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14 thoughts on “Autumn 2020 – Part 24 – Evening Elk – Jasper National Park”
Taking in some of the stunning views and capturing wild animals makes for a fantastic experience. Thanks for sharing and have a good day. We have no choice but to stay inside today as the weather is miserable ☺️ Aiva
Agreed. On this evening, it was like we were strolling with the elk, as she clip clopped along the roadway. She was in no hurry and neither were we. Weather has been awful here too, cold, windy with a bit of snow and slippery footing. Little sunshine, very grey, like the world right now. Still hoping for walks, but limited to indoor exercise. Stay well Aiva and thanks for reading. Allan
It is like the elk even like this resort. They are always around somewhere browsing the trees and shrubs. Once in August, a 7 point bull was in the compound and many of his harem were also there. You had to watch that you did not come between them when you walked the grounds. Other times, there have been young calves with Mom wandering around. Always a nature show. Thanks or reading and commenting. Allan
We are so used to seeing animals run away that to see them accept the proximity of humans is always surprising. It reminds me of the harmonious world of the Galápagos Islands.
We can coexist, as long as we respect each other. Many years back, a tourist posed with a cow elk and put her arm around its neck and then seemed surprised and angry when it kicked her. Hmmm, sorry lady, these animals are wild, they are not just props lying around for your pix. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
Thank you . Elk are very common in this area and are not shy about mingling in human habitats, eating gardens, flowers and shrubs and leaving their version of fertilizer behind. Parks Canada is quite strict about not approaching or feeding any wildlife and that is good. She was the one who joined in our walk, so we respectfully kept our distance as she walked. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
100%. One kick could do a lot of damage and don’t even think about what a set of antlers on the bull could do. They deserve our respect. Thanks for reading Bernie. Allan
Taking in some of the stunning views and capturing wild animals makes for a fantastic experience. Thanks for sharing and have a good day. We have no choice but to stay inside today as the weather is miserable ☺️ Aiva
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Agreed. On this evening, it was like we were strolling with the elk, as she clip clopped along the roadway. She was in no hurry and neither were we. Weather has been awful here too, cold, windy with a bit of snow and slippery footing. Little sunshine, very grey, like the world right now. Still hoping for walks, but limited to indoor exercise. Stay well Aiva and thanks for reading. Allan
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What a treat to encounter the elk on your evening stroll. Your visit just keeps getting better. I can see why you return to Jasper so often.
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It is like the elk even like this resort. They are always around somewhere browsing the trees and shrubs. Once in August, a 7 point bull was in the compound and many of his harem were also there. You had to watch that you did not come between them when you walked the grounds. Other times, there have been young calves with Mom wandering around. Always a nature show. Thanks or reading and commenting. Allan
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We are so used to seeing animals run away that to see them accept the proximity of humans is always surprising. It reminds me of the harmonious world of the Galápagos Islands.
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We can coexist, as long as we respect each other. Many years back, a tourist posed with a cow elk and put her arm around its neck and then seemed surprised and angry when it kicked her. Hmmm, sorry lady, these animals are wild, they are not just props lying around for your pix. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
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I agree, an animal is not a pet. The rule is to keep a sufficient distance and not to feed.
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Beautiful pics. Elk are such stunning animals.
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Agreed. Very sleek and you think they are deer until you get closer and see how big they are. Thanks for reading Eugenia. Allan
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My pleasure.
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Wonderful photography. I don’t think either of us have ever seen elk in person. How wonderful. Love the light too.
Peta & Ben
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Thank you . Elk are very common in this area and are not shy about mingling in human habitats, eating gardens, flowers and shrubs and leaving their version of fertilizer behind. Parks Canada is quite strict about not approaching or feeding any wildlife and that is good. She was the one who joined in our walk, so we respectfully kept our distance as she walked. Thanks for reading and commenting. Allan
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They are huge and I sure wouldn’t want to get too close to them.
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100%. One kick could do a lot of damage and don’t even think about what a set of antlers on the bull could do. They deserve our respect. Thanks for reading Bernie. Allan
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