Well into the Autumn of his years the old dominant bull, come to check on his harem and his prodigy. The biggest antlers, the highest shoulders and muscular hind quarters were his, at least that's how it was for many seasons. Still the biggest antlers but now they are worn, chipped and cracked from the frequent challenges leveled by the young bull suitors during the rut. He knows that this may be his last season as lord and master. He also knows that losing a challenge will cost him his harem. With that loss he will leave the herd to live out his remaining days in solitude. Shot taken at an Elk Farm in Derby, Vermont 2014... Bob