When humans fall into a rut, it’s understood that our lives have become routine and boring. When a road becomes rutted, overuse in wet conditions have resulted in a dangerous drive. But if you’re a ...

Elk are the second largest animals in the deer family. Fully grown male elk, or bulls, average about five feet tall at the shoulders and can weigh as much as 1,100 pounds. Their antlers can reach five ...

You may have never heard the term "the rut", but it's basically the mating season for certain mammals, including elk and deer. It can start in September and can last through the winter months. This is ...

Rocky Mountain National Park will close its meadow areas Sept. 1, representing the start of fall mating season for elk in the park. The closures will be in place between 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. for meadow ...

The elk rut is here, but what does that mean? If you’re not very familiar with these animals (like me when I moved here), here is an "elk 101" with common terms and fun facts for you to read before ...