Since we bought the lake property back in mid-2014, I've come across a number of animal carcasses. But until a few days ago, I've never actually witnessed a kill. It was just after first light and we spotted the coyote close to the shoreline. Just a little farther out was a deer, standing on the ice. I immediately knew this was going to be a life-or-death battle, as deer cannot walk on … [Read more...]
Oh Deer! Grand Forks Has a Problem
NOTE: I sent a link to this post to the Grand Forks City Council and the Mayor on the 15th of September. It's now the 18th and I am STILL awaiting a reply. It's obvious they don't care for visitor impressions or how they affect their citizens. Any GOOD council would have responded within 24 hours. We spent last weekend with good friends in Grand Forks, BC. One needn't spend more than a few … [Read more...]