Tagged With "Female Elk"
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Re: North America, part 2. Elk Bugling in Colorado
We just left the area and saw elk in the exact same spot. There were so many of them!
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Re: 'Elk Sensor' wins Swedish innovation prize
Vehicle collisions with animals kill more people than dog, snake and bee bites combined. And while the photo you use shows an animal that weighs about 1000 pounds, that animal is a moose. I know it's tough for city folks to tell them apart. Here is what a bull elk looks like.... Here's what a cow elk looks like....
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Re: Yellowstone HQ, Mammoth Hot Springs
There are enough Elk with Attitude in Banff as is. Touchdown should stay on his home turf!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 28, 2014: Elk, Banff, Alberta
Beautiful photos and a great story! I've been told male elk are especially dangerous when they're rutting. Do you know if that's true?
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 28, 2014: Elk, Banff, Alberta
I know just how she felt. You cut into your steak, you're anticipating that wonderful first taste of a succulent piece of beef. Then as you slowly take it into your mouth the waiter appears ! "How's your steak Sir ?" Nom nom , choke, nom nom. "its fine dank you" cough..... When you really want to raise your arms and chase him into the car park - because you know its something waiters do for fun ! Love the Photos too !!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 28, 2014: Elk, Banff, Alberta
Hi GarryRF and Travel Luver! GarryRF...loved your comment. LOL Too funny, and so true. Travel Luver...unfortunately I don't know too much about elk, but I did a little research and came across this article you can link to which I believe will answer your question nicely http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2...k-rut_n_3915764.html In summary, the answer to your question is yes, male elk (aka bulls) can be and usually are much more aggressive during rutting, even toward humans; However, after what I...
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 8, 2015: Elk, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
I've never seen so many elk in one place at one time either, PHeymont. They were everywhere!
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Re: Yosemite National Park: A walk among Giants. Hiking in the Mariposa Grove
Thanks for all your comments. Followup: DrY. Yes, you and your family should see this sometime. You would love it! We need to plan out a trip to California for you that includes its best parks and some city sites. PHeymont. Yes, you must DO Yosemite. I recommend mid to late May as the best time to go as the waterfalls are brimming with meltwater. I like hikes of all types and can still do "moderate" hikes, though no longer take on "challenging" ones. But the Mariposa grove is doable by...
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A springtime hike on the Yakima Rim Skyline Trail
After a rather long winter I was ready for a pleasant dayhike. While I’d rather head up to the mountains for a stroll in an alpine meadow, there’s way too much snow up there in April. Fortunately in the Northwest there are some...
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Road Trip, Day 1: City of Ten Thousand Buddhas and The Skunk
Gateway to the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas March 9, 2015 In the late ‘80s, I lived in L.A. for a couple of years. My S.O. knew lots of cool L.A. stuff. One of those was something he’d read that...
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Road Trip, Day 2: Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden
March 10, 2015 I woke the first morning of my visit along the Northern California coast at a friend’s house in the village of Elk. I was alone, the kitchen toasty warm from the fire Jane had made for me before leaving...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 18, 2015: A Rainy Morning at Point Arena
Leaving Elk on the Mendocino County coast, I turned left onto California Highway 1 and drove south under a heavier-than-foggy sky. The plan was to make a couple of stops for pictures, then turn inland and head into wine country for an...
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A Road Trip Gallery: Jane's Garden
March 9-10, 2015. I stayed at Jane’s comfortable cottage, a short walk from the western edge of North America, for the first 2 nights of my birthday road trip. Her modest home, of indeterminate vintage, has a deceptively...
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Yellowstone National Park in Winter
Seeing all fifty-nine national parks was never a dream of ours--especially not in fifty-nine weeks. We'd call it more of a whim, an impulse or an inspiration. Going to Yellowstone National Park in the winter was something we had...
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Yellowstone HQ, Mammoth Hot Springs
PortMoresby spends her last night in Yellowstone National Park at the historic headquarters in Mammoth Hot Springs and meets the famous elk "Touchdown".
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Svartisdal, Norway, Part 1
Bob Cranwell shares wonderful travel memories of camping in the Norwegian backcountry, in the shadow of a great glacier!
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Yellowstone Lake
Moving on to Yellowstone Lake, PortMoresby enjoys lake views and the contrasting ambiance of posh hotel and lakeside lodge.
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A Yellowstone Gallery: Midway Geyser Basin
PortMoresby discovers Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Pool, a contender for the world’s most beautiful place.
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The Road to Yellowstone
PortMoresby sets out on a closer-to-home-than-usual trip of a lifetime, a first visit to Yellowstone National Park, with her Montana-born pal, Deb, as guide.
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White elk is unwanted tourist attraction
A rare white elk that's become famous for stopping to eat apples at a favorite orchard is bringing unwelcome crowds to the farm.
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Do you see what I mean ?
Robert Cranwell likes to look at the little things when he travels in nature and explains why -- you will too once you've read his post.
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Cherokee Trace Wild Animal Park, Texas
Enjoy a family outing with wild animals as Marilyn Jones visits with her granddaughter.
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Cody Park, North Platte, Nebraska
Samantha shares some pictures of Cody Park in North Platte, Nebraska with her nephew Jesse, who is related Cody.
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United celebrates flying women with all-female crew
There are many women working in aviation these days, but there's room for more. And many of the women now working are not in the high-end jobs, including cockpit crews and mechanics. So, United Airlines recent selection of an all-woman crew to take...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 8, 2015: Elk, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
A few springs ago I was visiting Denver and decided to make an overnight trip to Rocky Mountain National Park, through Estes Park. The higher passes and most scenic drives were closed because of snow and ice, but I was rewarded...
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Glacier National Park, Montana
“ Far away in northwestern Montana, hidden from view by clustering mountain peaks, lies an unmapped corner – the Crown of the Continent .” George Bird Grinnell (1901) It’s hard for someone who loves being in...
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'Elk Sensor' wins Swedish innovation prize
In the past week, we've covered reports of multiple people gored by bison while taking selfies and a report yesterday about an angry elephant breaking up a dinner party. Fair enough, but what about collisions with elk on Sweden's rural roads? ...
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Cochrane Farmers' Market
The town of Cochrane sits in the beautiful Bow River Valley, between Calgary and Banff. Growing rapidly because of its proximity to Calgary, Cochrane still retains a small town vibe although it's now home to more than 20,000 people....
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Sweden warns motorists: Beware of horny elks
Male Elk Photo: Malene Thyssen / Wikimedia In Spring, they say, a young man's fancy turns to love—but for young elks, the time is now, September through October. Sweden's National Wildlife Accident Council is taking...
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Buffalo Bill Cody's Grave, Lookout Mountain, Golden, Colorado
William Frederick "Buffalo Bill" Cody (February 26, 1846 – January 10, 1917) was an American scout, bison hunter, and showman. He was born in Le Clair, a small town in the Iowa Territory (now the U.S. state of Iowa), but he grew up for...
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UK airlines push for more female pilots
In the 40-some years since Britain got its first female commercial airline captain, the numbers on the meter have hardly budged; only 3 percent of the world's pilots are women, and in Britain just under 6 percent. At a time of worldwide pilot...
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Exploring the Baltic Coast. 3) Tallinn, Estonia
Our final Baltic destination was Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. We spent the week wandering around the old town, admiring the medieval architecture, haggling with vendors at the Russian market, wading in the cool clear waters of the Baltic,...
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Spotted on the Road, Jackson, Wyoming
You'd likely never know there was a Boot and Shoe Repair shop in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, if not for this strategically placed pickup truck parked by the highway heading to the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park . ...
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Travel Guide to Southwestern Missouri
We visit some of the attractions of Southwestern Missouri, including Branson and some of the region's lovely natural attractions.
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June 11, 2018: Bow Valley Provincial Park
DrFumblefinger shares a visit to a provincial park situated near the Alberta Rockies and the alpine town of Banff.
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Unfortunate elk stops Oslo Metro
In an accident possibly unprecedented for urban transit, Oslo's Line 3 was closed by a falling elk.
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Fort Clatsop and Oregon Beaches
Lewis and Clark lore, history and some great beaches highlight this week's installment of Jonathan L's Pacific Northwest odyssey.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science (Where Gumbo was #268)
Gumbo was visiting an excellent museum in Denver, its Nature and Science Museum. The museum has many galleries as part of its permanent exhibits and featured two interesting exhibits when DrFumblefinger visited, one on the Dead Sea Scrolls and one on Nature's Bioluminescence.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 12, 2014: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, Alberta
One of the great things about living close to a large wilderness ecosystem is the chance to enjoy its wildlife. That's especially true this time of year when the valleys have thawed and are green, but the mountains and high meadows...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 28, 2014: Elk, Banff, Alberta
There are many things I love about summer, one of which is getting out into the sunshine, exploring, and getting close to nature...but not too close. On a recent visit to Banff, my brother and I pulled into a parking lot for...
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Banff National Park: Hiking Johnson Lake
Hiking (walking or tramping) for many of us is an important part of enjoying a destination. The ability to get out and explore on foot in a natural or near natural environment, even if it's near a city, is good exercise, mentally cathartic and...
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Grizzly Paw Brewery and Restaurant, Canmore, Alberta
Situated just south of Banff in the great Rocky Mountain town of Canmore, the Grizzly Paw Brewing Company and Restaurant is popular with locals and Albertans. The pub opened in 1996 and has a cozy wooden interior, with several fireplaces, and a...
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October 27, 2016: Bull Elk, Banff National Park
Some recent scenes of elk during mating season, Banff National Park.
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North America, part 2. Elk Bugling in Colorado
Our series on Celebrating Nature on Seven Continents turns its focus on the elk of Estes Park, Colorado.
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Danes get first wild elk in 5000 years
Denmark's turning loose its first wild elk in 5000 years, and hopes they'll find their way to a permanent population.
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George Washington Memorial Park, Jackson, Wyoming
DrFumblefinger visits Town Square in Jackson, which is the heart of the town. The square is best know for the four antler arches at each of its entrances.
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Tips for female backpackers in India
Traveling in India is one of the most fascinating and overwhelming experiences you can experience in Asia. Thanks to the many highlights, the delicious food, and the special culture, the country are high on the list of many travelers. It is a somewhat 'more difficult' country to travel through, you face more challenges than countries such as Thailand and Indonesia. Women in particular often skip India. With some good preparations, traveling here should not be a big problem. Therefore, view...
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The Stockholm Cathedral (Where Gumbo was #344)
Gumbo was visiting the historic Cathedral of Stockholm's old city, Gamla Stan. The church is built immediately adjacent to the Royal Palace complex.
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A visit to Great Basin National Park
In the United States, a country with dozens of great national parks, it makes sense that there would be some “orphan” parks that are only rarely visited. Such is the case with Great Basin National Park in Nevada. Great...