Bighorn
To me it’s always a “big deal” when you see your “first” of the wild creatures that inhabit this great land. This picture was taken of the “first” Rockey Mountain Bighorn I’d ever seen, while hiking in the “Garden of the God’s,” in Colorado Springs. The picture didn’t turn out as clear as I wanted it to, due to these rams grazing in the shadow of the mountains. I had to do a little climbing myself, just to get within telephoto lens range, and I was huffing and puffing big time! There were actually several other sheep, in this group, but they wouldn’t cooperate for a family photo.
I have seen Bighorns since seeing my “first,” but always from a distance. I would imagine that sheep and goat hunting would truly put you to the test concerning your stamina and hunting abilities. They seems to inhabit some of the most dangerous terrain on earth. I’ll leave that adventure to lean, mean, younger generation.
Mike
August 14th, 2008 at 4:45 pm
My dad just got a mountain goat tag for the first time - he’s 60 and wondering if he’ll be up to it! I am sure he’ll be just fine! You are right about that, though..they don’t live in the flat lands, that’s for sure! Bighorns are right up there with elk in terms of royalty in my opinion. They both carry themselves with such dignity like they own the land. Awesome creatures to watch.