Long-tailed Weasel

Mom on the right keeps close eye on cub.

Cubs chew on the dead salmon but they apparently prefer berries and other plant life.

Merganser with complementary reflection

Aspen leaves were turning yellow and orange. Lovely.

Kokanee Salmon. Fresh-water salmon. They spawn in the creek, dig shallow holes in the gravel creek bed for the eggs, the males fertilize the eggs and both parents protect the area. They may do this several time, but the female soon dies, the male dies a week or so later. Lots of dead fish around.

Sheri introduced us to this incredible place.

Yes, they do swallow the salmon whole.

One of two orphans that were released by Wildcare recently. They seem to be doing quite well on their own.

Sharon, Penny, and Sheri.

Lunch at the lake

Emerald Bay