?The bull elk are sporting their new antlers. As the antlers grow, they are covered in velvet which supplies oxygen and nutrients to the growing bone. This guy should have an large rack this season and will be able to impress the cows during the fall rut. EP NEWS/ Kris Hazelton This beaver has been seen steadily falling trees on an Estes Valley waterway. Beavers are the second largest rodent in the world and are known for building dams, canals and lodges (homes). They use their powerful front teeth to cut trees and plants that they use for building and for food. Photo by Dick Orleans