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BroadHeads for Elk hunting
I have used quite a few different broadheads over the years. They have all been deadly on elk. One nice thing about Iron Will broadheads is that, if you have a quiver full of $50 arrows. That should make you think before you launch a hail Mary shot. Here are the considerations that go... -
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Ochoco Unit 37: Archery Elk - 2020
I think of it as a good unit. You should consider it if you live fairly close and have limited time and travel opportunity. I would rather hunt the Ochoco than stay home and wish I was hunting somewhere better. BTW: Welcome to the forum Joyce. -
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A short story about a short elk hunt
Excellent story. Congratulations on a fine bull. -
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Value of clearcuts (for elk hunting)
Clearcuts can provide valuable forage for deer and elk. In the Cascade Mountains of Oregon the deer and elk populations are way down from where they were in the 1980s and 1090s because the Forest Service has quit harvesting timber, and the older clearcuts have grown up too much to provide much... -
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Is nothing sacred
Thanks Woodrowcall. We are on the same page. I enjoy talking elk hunting, and would like to think I am not a narcissist. I suppose that last point is arguable. :) -
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Is nothing sacred
This forum and ones like it are designed so people with common interests can share experiences and information on a subject. I am no psychologist, but for 90% of the people that come together here, it is just a pleasure to share and read what others have done or observed. I am pleased for... -
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Is nothing sacred
I am not posting any coordinates for where I hunt or where you should hunt, but I am not paranoid that you might show up where I am some day. If you see me in camp some time feel free to stop and say hello. -
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Is nothing sacred
I know a fellow the went salmon fishing on the Sandy River. It is the most, or one of the most popular fishing streams within Oregon. His friend got mad and would never fish with him again because it was his River. Never mind this supposed intruder had taken his upset friend to several... -
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OTC Elk Hunt With My Son!
In the mid to upper 1990s I started paying attention to what ElkNut1 was posting on Bowsite. It was obvious he knew elk calling, and was freely sharing what he had experienced with anyone interested. It was a benefit to get his insights. Some of the things he has pointed out are absolutely... -
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OTC Elk Hunt With My Son!
Excellent story. You can adapt well to the situation and make things happen. -
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Is nothing sacred
I worked on the District where Larry D Jones killed his big bull shown on the film Elk Fever. I have heard several people talk about the area I also heard Larry gave up on the unit and started hunting along the coast of Oregon due to over crowding where he had been. Magazine articles can... -
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Stumbled upon an outfitter's camp in a unit their not listed with.....
BigAntlerGetter is right. I would not advise asking someone you suspect of running an illegal operation about their permit. If they are illegal, they are not going to admit it, and will say their permit is on file at the office or something anyway. I thought all legal outfitters using federal... -
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How damaging is scent left in the field?
Here is what I have observed: If an elk smells you; it is game over. However it appears to me that they are not adversely affected by residual scent. I have observed elk follow me down a trail I just walked. I urinate from my tree stand. I have had elk, deer and bear walk right over where I... -
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Elk Calling Question
It really depends on where you hunt. In some locations, I would not use one much at all. Where callers have been tooting for years the elk can be very call shy. I might use one just every hour or so there and then wait silently. My calls are short too. Overall spot and stalk and still... -
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Using a decoy
I have used a decoy some. They will not make up for a poor set up. Even though they see an elk they do not necessarily come in. I have had the critters come to a call and see the decoy. It is a real mixed bag from there. I can't say it ever improved my success. I have had elk come and... -
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Decent budget trail cameras? Recommendation wanted
I have not purchased a new trail cam for several years, so I do not know what is the best one on a budget. My observation was that fast trigger speed, long range sensor especially at night, and high resolution added to the cost of a camera. If your camera is going to be set out at a water... -
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1 state to hunt
Since you want to hunt every 4-5 years, I would think you could put in for points in any one of several States and get a good unit to hunt. Oregon has some units like that, and I believe Idaho does too. With New Mexico you never know if or when you will be drawn. In Oregon you can be sure by... -
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I Call
Rob, the vast majority of elk have been killed with an arrow in the general archery season. Most of my archery kills (about 20) came in the first half of the season. I did the survey on Bowsite after the archery seasons were over. I would like to see State statistics on the subject, as they... -
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I Call
I will admit that with almost 60 years of hunting experience, I am still learning. I do not know some things about elk. I know enough things that work, and just continue to repeat them. The only possible season I did not learn several things was when I killed my elk the first day. Hunting... -
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I Call
Mr Trophyhill, elk are elk alright, but they are very adaptive. They can go nocturnal and stay quiet in the daytime. It has been several years since I have heard a breeding sequence. They can also leave the area and go where you are not permitted to follow. A little more experience will help...
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