Hunting Mentor

[ChunkyD]

I am a Colorado resident and I am very eager to get into hunting this season. I have never had the opportunity to go growing up, and now as an adult I would like to get into hunting! I love the outdoors, camping and hiking, so I feel backcountry hunts will be right up my alley! I would say the most appealing aspects of hunting to me are providing meat for my family, and second would be the adventure! Any and all useful information, tips/tricks would be GREATLY appreciated!

Thank you in advance!

 

[30338]

Welcome to the site. I'd suggest getting a traditional blackpowder rifle this year and learning how to use it very effectively. Assuming you don't have one now. I have found the most relaxing hunts have been using a muzzleloader when there are fewer hunters out and about. Have used it successfully on elk, mule deer, antelope, bear and whitetails. In all likelihood there are leftover muzzleloader tags for doe antelope, deer and cow elk out there for this fall yet.

Success rates on deer and antelope are quite good typically and they are excellent eating. Certainly love centerfire rifle hunting as well, but if I had to choose it'd be muzzleloader. Good luck to you.

 

[ChunkyD]

Thank you very much! I have a 30-06, but I will look into getting a muzzleloader! Any suggestions on where to find a nice used muzzleloader?

 

[bobr1]

I would suggest to also look into local clubs or organizations in your area that are hunting/fishing oriented. It's a good way to meet people that can be a treasure trove of knowledge and be willing to help you out or give you advice. And if they like you enough they might even take you out hunting.

 

[ChunkyD]

Thanks!

 

[btplass]

CVA Wolf muzzleloaders are awesome and cost effective. Welcome, it's not just a hobby, it's an addiction!

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[btplass]

Join your local chapter of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, or Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Their members will be more than willing to show you the ropes.

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[ChunkyD]

Join your local chapter of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, or Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Their members will be more than willing to show you the ropes.

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I joined both groups last week! I look forward to attending the next event and getting to know some folks!

 

[ChunkyD]

CVA Wolf muzzleloaders are awesome and cost effective. Welcome, it's not just a hobby, it's an addiction!

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I will check them out!

 

[P Y Buck]

What part of Colorado do you reside?

 

[ChunkyD]

What part of Colorado do you reside?

I live in Denver.

 

[njdoxie]

It’s not all sunny with muzzys....tags are draw only, you get one shot basically, range is limited to maybe 150 yards or so, no scopes, and they require much more time to dial in and you have to clean after shooting.....so I shoot a hi power rifle.....not trying to scare you, just giving you things to consider.

Pros are you get to hunt during the rut, with probably fewer hunters than during rifle seasons, maybe nicer weather, tags may be easy to draw.


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[DamnRinella]

I live in Denver.

I am in the same situation and trying to read everything I can, except don’t live in CO

 

[Hunter]

I don't live in Colorado, but I am happy to help ya out any way I can.
Good Luck partner, wish you the best.

 

[Marble]

What kind of hunting are you interested in? I'm assuming elk since you posted here. If that's the case, I would get on the internet and YouTube and start learning. Secondly, if you know you're area tou are going to hunt start scouting. The areas elk are in now will generally be the same until the weather turns really cool. Find them now, keep watching them and get after them.