In the wild, animals fill their days with vital activities. They are focused on survival and reproduction, reflecting their God- given initiative to produce after their own kind. They hunt, gather, reproduce, and seek shelter. My family and I see this every autumn when we go up to watch the elk in rut season in Rocky Mountain National Park. It is fascinating and exhausting to watch. The male bull elk are busy gathering female cows and calves into small groups, called harems, and protecting them from rival males. The elk are solely focused on reproducing, finding food and shelter, and staying safe. These are their vital activities.
