Did you know 7 out of 10 depredation permits in California were issued to protect trees? I find it especially frustrating since it’s such an easy problem to solve. I’ve decided what beavers need most is effective ad campaigns. Where’s the Don Draper of the beaver world? (ha probably making beaver jokes in the back room). Until someone really talented comes along beavers are going to have to make do with me.
Last night we were at the dam trying hard to see where our beavers were coming from. The secondary is SO high and tight that we assume there are kits in the bank hole above the footbridge. But last night we were surprised to see four beavers come down from the old lodge, over the ruined primary and down the creek to feed near the dam. They all took branches into the bank lodge near the footbridge. Savoring a treat? Or bringing a treat to new kits or mom? I wish we knew.
Rusty writes this morning how remarkable it is that just when you think you have identified a pattern, beavers seem to change it. He took this great photo last night at Tulocay pond in Napa. I think it’s kind of like falling in love. You get to know a lot about the person. But if you’re lucky they still surprise you on an irregular basis.
I realized that while I think a lot about advertising beaver benefits, I never think about advertising this website. So I tried tried not to be shy and attempt a little promotional material. What do you think?
