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Friday, November 6, 2015

Life in the Forest - Including a Moose

It has been an odd week. Suddenly, before the snow fell, this structure appeared on one of my riding routes that is rarely traveled.

When I looked inside, I found this. I guess it was a Hare Krishna temple.
For some reason, the builders of the "temple" put it just inside a private property boundary. Someone had dismantled it or it had collapsed on its own within a few days.

Or perhaps this guy took it down...
We have at least 5 different moose in our neck of the woods now. It's crazy how fast they've colonized our area. One year ago, glimpsing a single moose was amazing! Now they seem to be everywhere!


Happy Friday.

I hope that you all get some rest this weekend. I know that I need it!
And maybe Shyla needs it too!
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22 comments:

  1. QuinnNovember 6, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    It seemed to happen quickly with moose in my neck of the woods also...makes me wonder how many were how close before they became more apparent to the casual observer.
    Gosh, Shyla looks so mature and beautiful in her pictures now - at least the "serious" ones! I think like Piper she may always look like a teenager in her action shots :)

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  2. Bella Roxy & MacduiNovember 6, 2015 at 4:07 PM

    Word must have got out in the Moose Community that it's a good spot to hang out--or there are lots of moose who like taking selfies.

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  3. UnknownNovember 6, 2015 at 4:46 PM

    That is interesting :) You never know what you might find on your walks. Hope you get all the rest you need this weekend!!

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  4. MurphyNovember 6, 2015 at 5:09 PM

    Ut oh, the moose picture did not show up! Interesting temple though.

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  5. Brian's Home BlogNovember 6, 2015 at 6:01 PM

    Had to make room for the Moose Lodge MOL! Hooe you get some nice rest!

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  6. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥November 6, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    Glad we don't have to live in a house like that:)

    We hope you get that rest, much needed here too after a rough night for Ciara:(

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  7. rottroverNovember 6, 2015 at 6:53 PM

    We need rest, too, Shyla! Nice Moose!!

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  8. Dachshund NolaNovember 6, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    That's really interesting!

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  9. GOOSENovember 6, 2015 at 7:21 PM

    Hummmm that looks like a lot of stick stacking. Very interesting.
    Blessings,
    Buddy

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  10. NCmountainwomanNovember 6, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    Haven't seen or heard of Hare Krishna in years. With all the park land around I can't imagine using private property. It doesn't look any more stable than the structures we used to build as children. Love that beautiful Shyla. Have a restful weekend.

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  11. Idaho PugRanchNovember 6, 2015 at 8:24 PM

    What an interesting "temple?". Wishing everyone a restful weekend
    hugs
    Mr Bailey Hazel & Mabel

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  12. The Adventures of the LLB GangNovember 6, 2015 at 8:58 PM

    What a cool shot of Mr. Moose!!

    We are hoping you find time for lots of Labraduo snuggle resting this weekend!

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  13. RubyNovember 6, 2015 at 9:04 PM

    Yeah, I thinks it was Mr. Moose...He looks like he's done 'security' befores! BOL
    I hopes you're feelin' betters, and you have a good weekend, and there are cookies...there will be cookies, right?
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  14. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 3November 6, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    Is it odd to find structures like that in the mountains? Could someone be hurt staying there? I find it fascinating.

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  15. Nancy JNovember 6, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    No Moose down here either, maybe he had visited the temple and got distracted. But some of you must have the photo posted, maybe a blogger issue. However , that shelter would be a haven if caught out in a storm, better then nothing I guess.

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  16. easyweimaranerNovember 7, 2015 at 2:24 AM

    it looks a little scary with that skulls... maybe a leftover from howl-o-ween? Have a super good weekend and stay warm&comfy :o)

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  17. DukeNovember 7, 2015 at 3:55 AM

    We love that last photo of you, Shyla. We hope you and your family have a restful weekend!

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  18. RuthNovember 7, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    I hope you all have a wonderful weekend - yes, even the moose!

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  19. STELLA and RORY from Down UnderNovember 7, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    Howdy mates. How funny/strange to come across that structure. Must have taken them a while to build. Take care on your rides mates. Lovely photos as always. You are so lucky to have moose. We love them but sadly none here in Oz. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

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  20. BarbNovember 7, 2015 at 3:56 PM

    People build these tepees nearby me, but I would be freaked if I saw skulls and altars in them! I'm on constant alert for moose now. Today when I xskied for the first time, I crossed moose tracks nearby where I saw the bedding site of the Mama and calf earlier in the week. I just don't want to unknowingly come too close to that calf! Have a restful and healing weekend.

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  21. Tweedles -- that's meNovember 7, 2015 at 6:13 PM

    That temple must have been very special to someone at sometime.
    What a very interesting find!
    Yes,, maybe those moose knocked it down.
    love
    tweedles

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  22. Jo's WorldNovember 7, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    That last photo of Shyla is just beautiful. Can't quite put my finger on what makes it different, but it really is!

    Couldn't get the moose, said it needed a plug in, and I have lots of those but assume its .something different.....

    Feel better!,

    Jo

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