New to the West Coast

[MazeNBlu3]

So I just moved to Oregon and bow season is in full swing. I've managed to call in a few elk but i'd also like a shot at a blacktail buck. The only real problem is all my calls are for whitetail, will they work for blacktails. And if so any tips on calling blacktails.

 

[ReddingArcher]

Some guys have had good success rattling in bucks, I have tried late in the season here in California with no success but its also quite a bit early for the rut most times where I am at.

 

[Sundance]

Works great! Up here in WA it is best mid October thru end of November. Rattle bags work, I prefer using sheds. Using doe bleats with grunts and rattling can be deadly. If legal using scents can also be extremely effective. I use the Larry D. Jones calling sequence with a few personal tweaks. Also don't be afraid to call from a tree stand, gives you the edge in the thick country where they sneak in.

 

[NWHunter]

I haven't called any in with calls but rattling works great. I prefer old sheds and the larger the better. If you find an area a buck is working with scrapes and rubs you should be able to get him to come in.

 

[MazeNBlu3]

Thanks for the tips, I'll give hem a try come Nov. The burn bans cut into my early season.