Thursday, July 30 was a long travel day--about 305 miles to Salt Lake City. We are staying at the Salt Lake City KOA which is right in downtown. Some of us had planned to take in a rehearsal of the Morman Tabernacle Choir, but unfortunately the rehearsals are no longer open to the public due to Covid 19.
On Friday our tour of Temple Square was also cancelled so we were all left to our own resources. On Friday and Saturday many of us visited the Great Salt Lake by going to Antelope Island State Park. This is the largest island on Great Salt Lake at just over 28,000 acres, stretching 15 miles long and about 5 miles wide. Although surrounded by salt water, Antelope Island has over 40 fresh water springs producing enough water to support the islands abundant wildlife.Bison are the most famous residents. Twelve animals were brought to the island in 1893 and were the foundation for today’s herd of 550 – 700. Pronghorn antelope are native to Utah and to the island. These small, deer-like animals are the fastest animals in North America and can reach speeds of up to 70 miles per hour.
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A pronghorn taking in the shade.
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Part of the bison herd by the beach;
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Looking at the Great Salt Lake.
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Photographing the herd.
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A loner.
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On Saturday, after happy hour, the hosts prepared breakfast for supper. We feasted on waffles, bacon and sausage.
love the local pronghorn, and the waffles. yum!
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