doe and fawn stroll in yosemite: a bittersweet moment

We were hiking through Yosemite early in the morning, hoping to catch the sunrise, when we spotted a doe and her fawn quietly crossing the trail ahead of us. The way the little one stuck close to its mother, pausing every few steps to look around, just melted my heart. It reminded me of when my own kids were small and wouldn’t let go of my hand in crowded places. But here’s the thing—while it was magical to see them, I couldn’t help but worry. With so many people visiting Yosemite these days, is it really safe for these animals to be so close to the trails? I mean, we saw at least three other groups with loud music and snacks out in the open, which can’t be good for the wildlife. I love seeing animals up close, but sometimes I wonder if our presence is more harmful than helpful. Have you ever felt torn between enjoying nature and worrying about disturbing it? #Yosemite #WildlifeWatching #NatureWalks #Travel