Is there any problem carrying handgun during Colorado Archery Elk season? If not how do you carry your handgun when archery hunting? By the way, this isn't for bear protection.
You can carry and I am pretty sure that if you are actively hunting it can be concealed but I would open carry to avoid any issues. And obviously don't use it to hunt or finish off any game.
Or just get your permit and not worry about like I did.... Colorado honors permits from OK.