As tourists foolishly approach elk, photographer has the perfect response

Estes Park tourists within feet of elk.

Colorado’s Estes Park is famous for elk sightings, especially during the fall rut when the animals are active and vocal.

Unfortunately, many tourists have no idea that approaching elk is dangerous and can involve (and have involved) painful consequences. (Park guidelines state that people must remain at least 75 feet from elk.)

Their reckless behavior often goes unchecked, but this week a prominent photographer was compelled to speak out while watching two tourists approach within feet of elk with cellphone cameras in their outstretched arms.

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The accompanying footage, captured by Loren Schrag of Good Bull Outdoors, contains his pointed admonishment and their reactions. While they might have felt insulted, they quickly backed off. (Click here if video player does not appear below.)

Schrag’s advice: "Does your camera have a zoom? Maybe use it.”

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Reporting by Pete Thomas, For The Win / For The Win

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