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Moose Monday - Second of Four Posts: A Moose Visit to the Beartooth Nature Center in Red Lodge, Montana

By Gerry Khatchikian

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July 05, 2010 06:05 AM

A Moose Visit to the Beartooth Nature Center in Red Lodge, Montana

I enjoy giving private guided tours at the Beartooth Nature Center (BNC): www.beartoothnaturecenter.org

After one of my most recent tours, I stumbled on a plush toy moose (feel free to come up with a name for him) and decided to show him around the BNC.

When I presented him to Rudy, the mule deer, this was the reaction.

Moose and Deer

How cute? Don't you agree?

When I presented him to Clyde, the coyote, this was the reaction.

Moose and Coyote

Scary, isn't it? [PLEASE SEE MY COMMENT (#17) BELOW THIS POST]

My friend the moose ran away and went hiding somewhere safe.

Moose in hiding

Anyway, I hope you enjoyed this short virtual visit of the BNC thanks to my friend the moose.

Here is the lesson for the day:

MOOSE and DEER get along while MOOSE and COYOTE do not get along (at least not from the coyote's point of view).

Have a good MOOSE MONDAY and a great start to the week!

For more info about the BNC, please visit: http://www.beartoothnaturecenter.org/

You can check out the previous MOOSE MONDAY post (from earlier this morning) at:

Moose Monday - First of Four Posts: Moose In Philadelphia at the July 4th Fireworks

Two more moose posts coming up later today. Stay tuned!

Gerry Khatchikian

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Malcolm Johnston

Century 21 Lanthorn Real Estate LTD., Trenton, Ontario - Trenton, ON

Trenton Real Estate

Gerry, I'm not sure I like the look on the coyote's face. I think he was looking for an early supper.

Jul 05, 2010 06:15 AM

Jenny Kotulak

RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage - Oakville, ON

Broker - Oakville Ontario Real Estate

So what were you smoking over the long weekend Gerry???????

I think maybe you have missed your calling as a children's book writer??

Jul 05, 2010 06:25 AM

Tony & Darcy Cannon

Aubrey and Associates Realty - Layton, UT

The C Team

Gerry, I would have hidden after dealing with that coyote also!

Jul 05, 2010 07:44 AM

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS

Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA

South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I almost forgot Gerry it was Moose Monday today!
Can you believe it's the 5th of July?
Paul

Jul 05, 2010 08:55 AM

Red Lodge, MT

ASA, TRC, SFR

Malcolm,

You may be right. Although, he just got fed before I took this picture, he might have still been hungry.

Jul 05, 2010 10:12 AM

Jenny,

Let me assure you I was not smoking anything. The only smoke was in the sky with the fireworks. I could see myself as a children's book writer. However, I would not use a photo like that of the coyote as I don't want to scare the children.

Jul 05, 2010 10:15 AM

Tony & Darcy,

I wonder if you also would have picked a nice bush with pretty flowers to hide in.

Jul 05, 2010 10:16 AM

Paul,

I will admit it is hard to believe it is July 5th. I am glad I reminded you of Moose Monday. You reminded me that I need to come by and get my motivational quote of the day.

Jul 05, 2010 10:17 AM

Jim Frimmer

HomeSmart Realty West - San Diego, CA

Realtor & CDPE, Mission Valley specialist

I'm hoping you took that coyote picture with a zoom lens or something. Seems way too close to him for my tastes, especially since he seems to be a little upset.

Jul 05, 2010 01:00 PM

Al & Peggy Cunningham, Brokers

RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage - Brampton, ON

Our Family Wants To Help Your Family!

That first picture is waaaay too cute Gerry! Glad we came back, 1st time the pics didn't open but this time no problem/

Jul 05, 2010 01:22 PM

Jim,

That is as close as I got. He sure was very territorial and because he tends to be mean to his sister Bonnie, he is in a separate enclosure that is right next door from Bonnie's enclosure. Disclaimer: Please don't try to get this close.

Jul 05, 2010 01:30 PM

Al and Peggy,

Rudy thanks you for coming back a second time. :)

FN LN

Toronto, ON

Gerry - Plush moose was very bright and cheery with Rudy the mule dear but he turned rather pale when Clyde the coyote. It took me a while to find him amongst the flowers and tall grass but I see that his colour is returning.

Jul 05, 2010 05:27 PM

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

It doesn't look as if Clyde plays well with others...

Jul 05, 2010 10:10 PM

Marc,

You were very observant to point that out! The different color tones of the moose just add to the story. :)

Jul 06, 2010 04:21 AM

Michael,

That is why he is contained by himself in his enclosure but he is not as mean as the picture may suggest. He is just not very social.

Jul 06, 2010 04:42 AM

For everyone who came to this visit this post,

I just used the photo to dramatize my story. The photo of him shows that he is a wildanimal (as all animals at the BNC are) and people should keep their distance and obey the following sign prominently displayed at the BNC on the animal enclosures.

"Wild Animals"Sign at the BEartooth Nature Center

Despite keeping my hands out of the enclosure at all times, I will admit that I went too close for the comfort of Clyde (not just because of the moose) and he clearly showed me his territorial behavior. I was trying to capture some good photos for the BNC as a volunteer (no one should attempt to get that close in the presence of wild animals even if they are behind metal fences!).

I don't want everyone to judge Clyde by the single photo above. So here are a couple of other photos (the good photos) of Clyde showing a gentler side:

Clyde at the Beartooth Nature Center - Red Lodge, Montana

Clyde (coyote) at the Beartooth Nature Center - Red Lodge, Montana

Jul 06, 2010 05:04 AM

Moose Monday - Second of Four Posts: A Moose Visit to the Beartooth Nature Center in Red Lodge, Montana

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