The state of Colorado is home to more elk than anywhere else in the world, with the total state population believed to be well over 250,000 in most years. Maybe that’s why we encounter elk herds so often. We always love seeing them, but when a herd shows up in our yard, we discourage them from staying very long. That’s because they leave little waste “chewies” behind for our dog, Juley, which does little to improve her breath or the odor from the flatulence (read “dog farts”) that it gives her!
The other drawback to having so many elk in the neighborhood is the constant fence repair necessary in our pasture. The pictures below show why.
No matter how often we see the elk herds, it’s always a moment to pause and appreciate the enormity, beauty, and wonder of God’s creation. We are blessed to share our world with these majestic creatures, and we never forget that.
Did you know?
Wapiti is the Native American Shawnee tribe word for elk. Many folks pronounce it incorrectly, placing the accent on the second syllable. Here is the correct pronunciation. https://www.howtopronounce.com/wapiti