Very Special Guests in Cabin 7 This Week

While walking to the Lodge, Dad just happened to notice this Cow and Calves swimming straight across Poplar Lake this week. He had time to watch for awhile and then went to grab Mom and the camera. The wet, four hoofed threesome sauntered around the dock at Cabin 7 long enough for this photo and proceeded to walk up towards the cabin as if they were guests.

Not more than 10 minutes later... A bull moose proceeded to swim across the lake in almost the exact same line as mama and the kiddos. Hmmm... Rutting season is upon us. I've posted a photo of "Swimming Bull" on the Rockwood Lodge and Outfitters Facebook so you may view that side of the story by becoming a friend of and Liking that Facebook page.

Dad says there are moose hunters in the bunkhouse this week who mentioned this evening that they saw a cow and two calves just down the road. What Mike did not tell them was that the family of three has been sleeping near the warmth of Cabin 7 all week. Shhh - Swimming Bull must be nearby ;)

You may also notice in the photo that the trees are beginning to change quickly on the Gunflint. Mom told me they are as pretty as they have been in years. I've asked for a good photo so I may see myself and will certainly share it with each of you. She is tired, but doing well and determined as ever.

Mark