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wildlife<\/h1>\n

We are fortunate to be in the very heart of the Rockies, located in what is known as the Montane zone.\u00a0<\/span>Zones are defined by elevation above sea level, and by specific vegetation.\u00a0<\/span>The Canadian Rockies is comprised of three: the Montane, the Subalpine and the Alpine. The Montane, which is the valley floor, is the most crucial to the wildlife as it is habitat for over 90% of all mammals, yet less than 20% of the mountain parks are Montane zones. So the density of wildlife particularly in the Spring is very impressive along the Bow Valley Parkway and surrounding the Bungalows.\u00a0<\/span>We a literally located in a wildlife corridor.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Grey wolves, Grizzly and Black Bears, Wapiti (Elk), Mule and Whitetail Deer, Moose, Red Foxes, Coyotes, Pine Martens, Great Horned and Grey Owls, Ospreys and much more\u00a0\u2013<\/span>\u00a0all live in these woodlands. The diversity is equally impressive and sensitive to human interaction.<\/span><\/p>\n

To assist in ensuring their health and survival, do not attempt to feed or approach\/harass any wildlife.\u00a0<\/span>Either may lead to tragedy for the animal and it is also a federal offence to do so.\u00a0<\/span>Please keep in mind we are visitors and guests in their homes and as guests, need to be respectful and very considerate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When is the best time to see wildlife?\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Usually early dawn or dusk when there is less human traffic.\u00a0<\/span>During the springtime \u2013 late May to mid June \u2013 is when the snow has left the valley floor, fresh greenery emerges providing a very important food source.<\/span><\/p>\n

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