Seen my first elk!

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I was out muzzle loader hunting for deer, in my usual spot in Southern Manitoba, a place where I have never seen elk, nor have I heard reports of elk. Well, I saw one walk past me about 60 yards away. At first I clicked off my safety, but then it immediately registered, that isn't a deer, not even a mule deer. As it turned, I clearly saw the dark brown neck and head of a cow elk. A very exciting encounter. Only saw one deer, and it was too far off to make an ethical shot, so I didn't. Oh well, an excellent day in the woods.