September is the right time to see a fully antlered Bull Moose. The antlers, which are 6' across and weigh more than 90 pounds, are shed before winter. The largest member of the deer family stands 7' at the shoulder and are more than 8 1/2 feet long. Alces alces, their scientific name, are gentle giants who prefer life alone except during mating season.
A Canadian Clydesdale !!! LOL.
Moose have been domesticated in many countries, including Canada and have been treasured assets and pets. Who knew?
Moose are great swimmers and can easily swim at 6 MPH. As you can see, this photo appeared in LIFE magazine.
Settlers riding in their moose cart!!! The cart appears short - as the moose team are very tall.
Moose are herbivores and are very respectful of their environment. They can be spotted along lakes and streams nibbling on their favorite food, twigs. The name moose comes from the Algonquin language meaning "twig eater".
"Giddy up"! Moose can run 35 MPH.
Bells on moose tails ring ... LOL.
White moose are rare but are not albinos.
A spotted moose is even rarer!!!
Watch for moose along lakes, bogs and streams and enjoy these majestic symbols of the Boreal Forest.
Meanwhile, Sue and Wayne ran errands in town while Mark gave the Scotties "Florida" hair cuts. Julie is loading the RV for travel.
This evening, "Date Night", we are going to Ristorante in Kenora for dinner.
It's a local favorite of ours. Mark is driving Sue, Wayne and Julie; and we are meeting Jim, Joyce, Rose, Charlie, MaryBeth, Monty, Heather and Bruce at Ristorante.
Good times with good friends having good food. Summer 2013, most memorable!
Wish we were there with you guys.
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