After walking on Sunday, we took a drive, literally, to the end of the road, to Kinloch Hourn. The road was 'passing places only', but by the time we got to the end it was not only narrow, but twisty, steep in places with lots of blind corners and limited passing places! However, it was worth it as it was a beautiful, little travelled road, and there were deer everywhere. We were stopping and taking shots from the car window - no cars behind to bother us! The deer just stared us down. I was kind of happy to get back onto a two-way road though, as I was terrified I'd meet something coming the other way and have to reverse uphill on a twisty, narrow, steep road! I think I'd have jumped out and passed the steering wheel to John in that case!
We saw this fellow on the way out and back - quite recognisable by the 'dent' in his forehead. I wonder what happened to him? He survived it, whatever it was.
A bit of maintenance today : haircut and chiropodist. I need both! ;-)
Gosh - yes, that’s quite the injury. Probably a run-in with another male. He appears to have been gouged on his body as well. The male species seem disposed to indulging in brawls and bar fights. 😁
He’s beautiful, though - love the horns and the white rump. The terrain looks pretty dry - is the area due for some rain soon?
@cocokinetic Ha, dry, yes in bits, I guess it must be. But given the miles of bog we trudged through on Monday, I'm not so sure! It'll green up once we get some warmth and growth.
Brings back memories. I’ve holidayed at Arnisdale and Corran, with my parents. Seem to recall being ferried over the loch by a local, and walking backround, camping out overnight. Got scoffed by midges!
A magnificent beast. He’s looking down at you quite haughtily. He’s the boss round this neck of the woods! A thrill to see them so close! I didn’t ever mind backing so much & it always seems to be me….Harry says I’m too keen so the other driver just lets me! Not so much these days though…..I would have been stressed in your road.
Yes take care of the feet!
He is certainly a lord of this meadow- challenged for the land (and probably a female or two) but he's conquered the challengers in spite of those war wounds. Great shot! Your bravery on the road is commendable as well. (o:
He’s beautiful, though - love the horns and the white rump. The terrain looks pretty dry - is the area due for some rain soon?
Yes take care of the feet!
Maintenance is welcome for feeling grea!