I visited the marmot colony a few days ago. It was lovely to be outside.

There’s a nearby bench with a good view of their burrow and if I sit very quietly and as motionlessly as possible, many of them will start coming out into the open.

When they’re not on guard duty – they have to be vigilant about the resident eagles – they usually are in very affectionate pairs. They like to be right next to each other and constantly do a lot of low chatting, too.

This pair found a number of dandelions that someone had set out for them. Marmots love dandelions and will eat the whole plant, including the roots.

This one decided to keep a careful eye on me.

It was a beautifully warm day to watch the marmots and just enjoy the weather.

Happy Sunday.