This something I do every single day, and was so surprised to see a large moose
on the side of the trail. He was probably a young moose,
but his antlers were quite impressive.
I was so excited, but panicked slightly as he began wandering down the road.
I got in my car, and called the police.
I continued to follow the moose as he walked across a few back and front yards,
a large field. two church parking lots and eventually found himself at the
a large field. two church parking lots and eventually found himself at the
elementary school conveniently around 8:30 am, right as school was
beginning for the day.
beginning for the day.
I called Mr. Nielson who promptly came and together we watched as he
trotted around where parents drop-off and pick-up their children.
Everyone was stunned.
Photos were being taken, and kids screaming with excitement,
as poor moosie wandered aimlessly around the commotion.
as poor moosie wandered aimlessly around the commotion.
But I had done my duty.
I called the police and carefully followed him so I could keep an eye
on his next move.
on his next move.
He was in good hands with animal control there and taking action.
I finally left Mr. Nielson and hundreds of on-lookers and drove back to
continue my blessed hike.
continue my blessed hike.
As I was walking up the trail I heard in the distance:
"Students, the moose is safely taken care of, you can walk to your classes now."
Happy October. It is my favorite month!