Walk the Line

August 4

Like the Germans' fascination with the great David Hasselhoff, I have found another group of fans that transcend borders, and even species in their dedication to their idol. I speak, of course of the Caribou's love of Johnny Cash. I have confirmed this through careful field study today- there I was walking along an outcrop, singing along to "Jackson" by Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, and when I stopped and looked up, there was a very large male Caribou not 15m away. Now, the tundra is a very quiet place; considering the volume at which I was singing (I know, not a pretty picture), he should have been able to hear me coming for at least 10 minutes before I got that close. My only explanation is that he must have liked what he heard (the music, not me!). Who knew that caribou had such good taste?

-A.

PS: I tried to upload a photo of the curious fellow but the internet is rather shoddy today. Alas!