Ishootprime
FNG
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- Feb 21, 2018
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Hey all,
I am a lifelong hunter from SC. Me and a buddy are planning a DIY hunt this year with OTC tags in Colorado. We are looking to hunt Unit 80 or 81. Talked to a hunt planner with Colorado CPW. One thing he mentioned that I hadn't thought of is altitude sickness. The highest elevation I have ever been to is cycling up Mt. Mitchell. Its a shade over 6600'. Really looking for any info on what to expect and the best way to acclimate given the fact that frequent scouting trips probably aren't possible for me and my buddy. Our plan was initially to fly out 3 days before the season starts to Denver, spend the day there to at least start getting used to the elevation, 2 days out get to the unit and find our camping spot (also do SOME glassing as time permits), 1 day out glass all day. Thanks in advance for any help.
I am a lifelong hunter from SC. Me and a buddy are planning a DIY hunt this year with OTC tags in Colorado. We are looking to hunt Unit 80 or 81. Talked to a hunt planner with Colorado CPW. One thing he mentioned that I hadn't thought of is altitude sickness. The highest elevation I have ever been to is cycling up Mt. Mitchell. Its a shade over 6600'. Really looking for any info on what to expect and the best way to acclimate given the fact that frequent scouting trips probably aren't possible for me and my buddy. Our plan was initially to fly out 3 days before the season starts to Denver, spend the day there to at least start getting used to the elevation, 2 days out get to the unit and find our camping spot (also do SOME glassing as time permits), 1 day out glass all day. Thanks in advance for any help.