A WILD(LIFE) MORNING IN THE SKY: WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS ON A PAGOSA ADVENTURE BALLOON FLIGHT
There’s something magical about floating over the rugged landscapes of Pagosa Springs, watching the world wake up beneath you. Every flight with Pagosa Adventure is unique, but some mornings are truly unforgettable—like the one where we soared alongside some of Colorado’s most incredible wildlife.
A Surprise Below: Elk on the Move
As the balloon gently lifted into the crisp morning air, we drifted over a quiet meadow blanketed in soft light. Suddenly, movement below caught our attention—a herd of elk, their tawny coats blending into the trees, moving gracefully through the valley. They didn’t seem to mind our presence, but a few paused, ears perked, as if they were just as curious about us as we were about them.
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Gobbling Greetings from the Turkeys
Further along, we floated over a patch of thick trees where the stillness of the morning was suddenly interrupted—gobble, gobble, gobble! A group of wild turkeys had spotted us and made sure we knew it! Their calls echoed through the trees, a funny and unexpected greeting from the forest below. It’s not every day you get heckled by turkeys while floating a thousand feet in the air!
A Fox on the Run
As we continued our peaceful glide, a flash of red fur dashed through the underbrush—a fox, quick and elusive, making its way through the forest floor. It zigzagged between trees, disappearing just as quickly as it appeared. Seeing such a beautiful animal in its natural habitat was a rare treat, a quiet moment of wild beauty that only a balloon flight can offer.
Wings in the Wind: Canada Geese in Flight
Just as we thought the morning couldn’t get any better, we found ourselves sharing the sky with a flock of Canada geese. They flew past us, their powerful wings cutting through the morning air, moving in perfect formation. For a moment, it felt as if we were part of their journey, suspended between earth and sky, floating in perfect harmony with nature.
A Flight to Remember
Every balloon flight is an adventure, but this one was a true wildlife safari from the sky. From the majestic elk to the playful turkeys, the swift fox to the graceful geese, it was a reminder of how special and untamed the landscapes of Pagosa Springs really are.
If you’ve ever wanted to see nature from a whole new perspective, there’s no better way than from the basket of a Pagosa Adventure balloon. Who knows what you’ll spot on your next flight? One thing’s for sure—you’ll never see the world the same way again.
Ready to take flight? Book your adventure today and experience the wild beauty of Pagosa Springs from above!
