Before hibernation, bears bulk up with protein so they can last the winter.Elk bucks compete for harems during their rutting seasonin September and early-October. All this fuss takes a lot out of the usually strong bucks. They get weak from exhaustion and some simply don’t have time to e...
It's also the start of the park's rutting season, so listen for the clashing of horns and antlers as male elk, deer and bighorn sheep compete for female attention. Catch one of the season's last Maligne Lake Cruises, then drive out to Miette Hot Springs for an evening soak and ...