Grand Canyon Elk

Gand Canyon Elk Encounter

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The story of this picture:

On one of my trips getting my kicks on Route-66, I took the opportunity to spend a couple nights in Williams, Arizona.
During the off-day there, I took the Grand Canyon Railroad up to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.
The train ride was a blast. They take you up there and let you wander around for a few hours and then bring you back to Williams.

Wandering about on the South rim was awesome. When walking on the trails on the rim, we came across a female elk.
They are beautiful animals, and quite large. If she had a mind to, she could do harm to a fellow.
Fortunately, she was a perfectly behaved lady and posed for my picture.

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This photo was shot May 25, 2012 at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Camera: NIKON COOLPIX S5500