Deer in the Valley

For any of you that hike the Dundas Valley with any frequency, you are aware of the large deer population in the area. It is rare while walking the trails here to not stumble across a group of these beautiful animals as they graze and travel about.

Recently my sons had a memorable experience that I wanted to share. With their friends they have buit a small fort hidden away in a quiet section of the valley. Here they hang out and can enjoy the outdoors out of the view of nosy parents.

One day last week while visiting there after school, they had this young fawn wander into their camp. It walked right up to them, totally fearless and then proceeded to join the boys. They laid out a small blanket and eventually the very young deer took that spot as his own, resting there and watching the young boys conversation.

Doing the right thing, the boys made the decision to leave hoping that the mother deer would return for her fawn. So after taking the following pictures with a cell phone they left the fawn alone at the camp.

Returning  the following day, the day was gone, hopefully safely back with its herd.

A great experience and one they won't soon forget, it's just another example of the great natural features that make up this area.

It looks like its going to be another sunny and warm weekend. Why not get out and enjoy a trail?

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Thanks for the ongoing support and dialogue. Happy hiking!