Central Montana Archery Elk, first timer. What’s your advice?

[Cdnance]

No work conflicts.
If I’m not able to donate for points, I may just wait and see if anything else changes. Luckily for me, the outfitter has worked with me quite a bit so if a different spot opens up for a different time a lot he is gonna let me know.
Either way I’m still looking forward to getting out there. I just hope I can be as lucky next year with the draw!

 

[db208]

First time elk hunting. It'll be a learning experience. I would suggest keeping your expectations in check, maintain a great attitude in spite of challenges, get there in really good aerobic shape, have your gear and weapon dialed in prior to the hunt, maintain good lines of communication with your guide throughout the hunt. If you get a shot opportunity it'll be a bonus. Just soak it all in and enjoy being in the mountains of Big Sky country. Don't be like alot of newbies showing up unprepared and mentally giving up before their bodies do. If you stay positive and keep pushing, your guide will see that and hopefully will motivate him to work extra hard to get you on elk.

Thanks for this. Important to remember expectations for first time hunts.