Nature Walks – Coyote Ridge

It was a beautiful, bright, sunny day, so I decided to take a long walk at nearby Metzger Farm. At first, I wasn’t seeing much at all, not even birds. As I was walking I was also answering a few texts, and I had mentioned I wasn’t seeing anything. Almost immediately after that text, what did I see, but a lone coyote up on the ridge, looking down over the area. We were both looking at each other through cautious eyes. After a few minutes, and some good shots, I moved on, and he just stayed perched on his ridge.

It was kind of ironic that early into my walk I was talking to someone who was asking if I ever see coyotes at this location. And sure enough I did. Maybe it was just meant to be.

We see and hear coyotes all the time. There are quite a few resident coyotes in our area because we have so much open space around us. Usually I see or hear them at night though. It’s pretty rare to see them in the middle of the afternoon. I am not afraid of them, but I am cautiously aware of their presence. In fact, I think they are beautiful animals. Just like when sighting any other wildlife, and we see a lot, you just have to be cautious and careful, and don’t do anything stupid or get too close. I am a visitor in their home, and need to respect them, their space and their territory.

Have a great day and make everyday great. Stay safe, especially when in contact with wildlife, and stay well. ‘Til next time.