After we explored Maligne Canyon, we stopped at Lake Annette (and Lake Edith … which I didn’t get a photo of … eek.) (This is Part III of our Canadian Rockies Getaway.)
Both are beautiful. Lake Edith seemed a bit rougher with private homes nestled in the trees (can you imagine?)
Lake Annette is smoother, calmer, and great for swimming, which is a bit of a rare find in Jasper due to the fact that most lakes are fed by glaciers (including Annette) … brrrr …
So, whoah … get a load of this guy … ;)
… sorry about the butt end but it was all he was going to show me on this particular afternoon and I was hiding behind a sign, using my telephoto lens … this guy was daunting …
The elk or wapiti is one of the largest species within the Cervidae or deer family in the world, and one of the largest land mammals in North America and eastern Asia
He had a few ladies on standby …
Some people were standing so close to these animals, trying to get a shot with their phone (please do.not.do.that.)
I was talking to a ranger later in the day, and she told me that of all the animals in the park, elk are the ones she fears the most … she’s seen the injuries that have been inflicted by a seriously annoyed male.
This is where I slowly walked to the left and hid behind a Parks Canada sign …
See Highway 93A for part V
I really love seeing the wilderness in this area Barb. Very exciting to get great shots of those elk, but I’m happy you hid out of his sight. Such a beautiful place to enjoy nature and quiet.
Wow, he’s certainly magnificent ! Great shots of him Barb and I completely understand why you would hide ! What a stunning place to visit, thanks for sharing :)