Elk Island Day
Have you ever been to Elk Island Park near Edmonton, Alberta?
It is worth the trip. It’s about an hour or so away from downtown Edmonton and a lovely, peaceful drive east from the city.
One day I had the whole afternoon to myself ( this was before DREAM and all the family arrived) and since it was one of our first sunny days, I took the opportunity to have a drive, say my prayers, and enjoy the scenery.
The sky was so blue and the clouds so puffy. Before I entered into the park I hoped that I would see a buffalo. And indeed I did see several of them along the side of the highway as I approached the turn off to Elk Island.
I saw many large beaver dams …but no beavers. I took the buffalo loop but didn’t see any buffalo at first. Then I noticed that there was a great group of them far away. But my luck soon turned…..
Sometimes we just need to take a break from our regular lives to see the beauty around us in our world.
Bison are so interesting and although they were a bit shaggy I love them.
Shut your computer off and head out as soon as you can. I know you will find beauty.