Mountain Goat with kid

Posted by Jakejacoby on Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:16 am

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This was taken at the top of Mt. Evans in Colorado which is at 14,000 feet and is the highest paved road in North America. It was 49-degrees F. and we got hit with hurricane force winds (75-mph). So, I only got one shot and had to retreat to the car - pretty scary.
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by SantaFeJoe on Mon Jul 03, 2023 10:43 am

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One of my favorite places and my favorite time of year to be there is right now. It's always cold and windy, it seems. In September, the tundra lights up in beautiful colors.
This image is iconic for the place. You did well.

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by david fletcher on Mon Jul 03, 2023 11:34 am

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Fabulous composition and placement Jake. Hard to imagine how the elements were but glad all safe.,

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by Carol Clarke on Mon Jul 03, 2023 3:26 pm

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The little kid is a chip off the old block and the nanny is looking a little weary - not surprising with the conditions you describe, Jake. A lovely image for your short stay on the windy tops, and a touch more room at the bottom for her hooves would be even better.

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by MalcolmBenn on Mon Jul 03, 2023 5:37 pm

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A great image .. I don't think I'd like that wind at that altitude and terrain.

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by Axel Hildebrandt on Tue Jul 04, 2023 4:42 am

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Great that you got at least this family portrait. It must be great to see these goats up there.

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by Cynthia Crawford on Mon Jul 10, 2023 6:28 am

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Love the way they are both tilting their heads-cute shot! Glad you are safe-amazing place!

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