A doe, whom Barbara Gowan has nicknamed “Ruby,” visits Gowan’s yard on Neil Street in Saranac Lake every day with her two fawn, nicknamed “Pearl” and “Opal.” While Pearl and Opal remain timid, Gowan says Ruby has become very comfortable with her, so much so that she lets Gowan get close enough to take photos of her nibbling on leaves and trees. (Provided photos — Barbara Gowan)

A doe, whom Barbara Gowan has nicknamed “Ruby,” visits Gowan’s yard on Neil Street in Saranac Lake every day with her two fawn, nicknamed “Pearl” and “Opal.” While Pearl and Opal remain timid, Gowan says Ruby has become very comfortable with her, so much so that she lets Gowan get close enough to take photos of her nibbling on leaves and trees. (Provided photos — Barbara Gowan)

A doe, whom Barbara Gowan has nicknamed “Ruby,” visits Gowan’s yard on Neil Street in Saranac Lake every day with her two fawn, nicknamed “Pearl” and “Opal.” While Pearl and Opal remain timid, Gowan says Ruby has become very comfortable with her, so much so that she lets Gowan get close enough to take photos of her nibbling on leaves and trees. (Provided photos — Barbara Gowan)