There is such an interesting and beautiful diversity of animals in the waters, air, and grounds in and around Truckee and Lake Tahoe. From tiny to huge, these animals are enjoyed by both locals and visitors alike. ~ TC
The #DoTell question of July is: What is a memorable experience of yours, encountering or observing local wildlife?
KATE, SIERRA, & MAYA CARY, Tahoe Donner
New full-timers in the area
An adorable baby bear got into the trash and was sitting among the trash. It was a learning/teaching/reminding moment to always lock up trash well.
FRANK, MANDY, & IZZY LEMES, Oahu
Old-folks doctor
While kayaking the American River, we saw a family of ducks swimming right by us on the river, and lots of Canada geese were near us, too.
JOSE ESTRADA, Truckee
Cyclist and market cashier
Shooing away mama and papa bears and cubs from a store dumpster who were looking for food. I wanted to help feed them, but can’t.
MATT & CHRISTIAN MEDEIROS, Half Moon Bay
Mountain bikers
All in one day, west of Donner Summit, we caught a catfish and saw a bear and a hawk. Then, when our cats got out of the RV, we saw blue jays attacking the cats.
TATIANA BEAUPRET, Tahoe Donner
Bookkeeper
Playing golf with others, we were about to tee off, when we noticed coyotes watching our group, so we decided to skip that hole and to walk away from the coyotes. Once we were walking away, four or five pups came out of the bushes and started playing. Also, our pet dog used to go off on long walks and come back later with a new coyote friend.
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