As longtime residents and publishers of Estes Park News, we are always vigilant about promoting safe, respectful behavior around wildlife — especially during sensitive times like the annual elk rut. Today, we had a powerful reminder of just how unpredictable these moments can be, even for those who know the risks and act responsibly. This afternoon, while driving across the causeway at Lake Estes — along with bumper-to-bumper traffic in both directions — we witnessed an intense standoff between

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