Elk Exhibit

by Castle Mountain Lodge

by Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

by Jesse Speer

by Jesse Speer

The elk population that inhabits the Rocky Mountains descends from a Eurasian species that most likely migrated across the Bering Strait twelve million years ago. Those elk claimed this portion of the Southern Rockies as their home for the past twelve thousand years and their descendents have become an integral part of the ecosystem. When the original population in this area was decimated due to hunting in the late 1800s, two groups consisting of 29 and 24 elk each were transplanted from the Jackson Hole region of Wyoming in 1913 and again in 1915. The elk we see in Estes Park today originate from those groups. Due to their size, mating rituals, and prominence in Estes Park, elk are a draw for millions of tourists annually.

Make a stop at the Museum during Elktober and discover the unique role the elk have contributed to the Estes valley's history, from their interactions with Native Americans and settlers, to current issues such as overpopulation and chronic wasting disease. Objects on display include historic photographs of the elk transplant project, artwork, and collectible souvenirs from the Elkhorn Lodge. Interactive stations throughout the exhibit encourage learning about the animal. Rocky Mountain Elk: A Local History will be on display through April 25, 2010 at EP Museum.

Estes Park Museum

Estes Park, CO 80517
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Dates

• Monday November 16, 2009
• Tuesday November 17, 2009
• Wednesday November 18, 2009
• Thursday November 19, 2009
• Friday November 20, 2009
• Saturday November 21, 2009
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• Saturday April 24, 2010
• Sunday April 25, 2010

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