In addition to the herds of elk that pass through the neighborhood, small groups of mule deer seem to be always on hand. This guy doesn't care that I'm driving down the street, he's in the crosswalk! Caution is required on all streets in Estes Park because wildlife is everywhere. Yesterday, I saw a mule deer doe standing right along the side of my street as I came around a curve. It caught me by surprise, but she seemed to be watching for cars and crossed the street after I passed. Both the elk and deer seem little concerned with the cars and will eat grass within a few feet of the street, not even flinching when a car passes. Of course, at times there are some unfortunate incidents. But they are wonderful to watch and we just try to be careful of them.
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