Bugling Elk in Estes Park

Hello,
Last Wednesday I took the afternoon to drive up to Estes Park Colorado near Rocky Mountain National Park. Every fall Elk hang around town avoiding hunters during rut, mating season. Bull elk protect their cows and young bulls spar to prepare for the day when they will challenge to be leader of the herd. Some elk hang out on the local golf course as golfers play around them. Click on any image for a larger view.

Cheers, Kent

PS. Check back soon for my post about my recent visit to New York City coming soon!