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Just around sunset our Border Collie started a low alert "woof", while looking out the front window. The wife looked out and called to our grand daughter to look at the coyotes! Eventually seven came up with off the river ice and were walking along the hay field in a group of three and two pair. I went out to advise them it wasn't safe for them here. As soon as they heard the door open, they were down over the bank and onto the ice. They then split up and spread out with about 100 yards between each animal and the next as they crossed the river, which is about 1/4 mile wide here.
I couldn't help but wonder if they did so the pack was less vulnerable to gun fire.
Interesting to watch.
From scat and tracks I know they are around almost every night, but I make it a point to let them know they must not be seen here in daylight.
Best
Les