People passing frequently pull over to marvel at these majestic animals... including me. This cache replaces a cache that was long-missing and abandoned by its owner. That one was rightfully archived by the reviewers. But like I said in my logs, I thought I might keep this cool location alive and here's my placement to do just that.
Majestic and beautiful these animals still will hold some surprises. While placing this cache Allie, my faithful caching-dog, came with me. I noted the cow elk did not like her presence at all and tried to charge and strike her with their hooves. Can you guess why? See hint for the answer.
Though "domesticated" it's fascinating to see these elk have all the instincts and behaviors of their wild cousins. Neighbors have told me they can hear the bull elk rutting with their horns frequently and many of the bulls do indeed show battle damage to their racks.
This cache follows a hide method I developed several years ago and many have copied since. Simplicity and durability are called for here and cache was constructed accordingly. Those familar with CoolCache ways will have no problem in the find... no hints yet. Be careful of the busy traffic that races by on the road especially if you have dogs or little ones with you.
2/2012: Cache in good shape and is durable...five years running now. Log replaced, hint updated. 6/2013: Elk are in the velvet today. It's great to be able to see them like this but I do feel sorry for their sad existence.