Moose Watching Etiquette Moose watching is a fun and fascinating pastime which is growing in popularity every year. Moose are interesting animals to watch and seem to intrigue children and adults alike. With that in mind, I'd like to share some thoughts on "moose watching etiquette". Moose are a very misunderstood wild animal.  They appear to be gentile and seem pretty much  carefree most of the time. However, the spring season as well as summer is time for moose to nourish themselves and take in large amounts of sodium and other natural minerals. Aquatic vegetation has high amounts of these minerals. This is why we often see them standing in ponds and lakes. BE COURTEOUS TO MOOSE! Try not to disturb them from feeding. Use binoculars and watch them from a safe distance. Photograph them with a telephoto lens at a safe distance as well. Give them plenty of room to feed. Cows (female moose) usually have their calves in May and June. Female moose can be very dangerous, especially if their calf is near. Again, give them plenty of room.