X2. Ripped off a locator bugle this year trying to get the bull down the canyon to respond and a different one charged out of cover 60 yards away from us. We weren't ready and he turned tail once he saw us.
I’ll second that statement on the trailhead.
YES!!
I've gone back and forth on this dilemma so many times. Is it better to be in your spot at opening light and not worry about bumping stuff, or wait and hunt your way in. I've done it both ways, but I always wonder what the right move is. Curious to hear other people's experience on this?
I'd echo your tip. Unlike some deer seasons where you have a month to hunt one area, most folks only have a couple days to hunt. Get after it because the elk move around more than deer, so don't worry so much if bump them
Nice bulls! I agree, be aggressive if you've got a relatively short time to hunt
Any ideas on how to use it to your advantage?
And never run out of donuts lolBe the first to the trailhead each morning.
That's interesting, never thought about differentiating human pressure
This is why practicing getting into shooting positions fast is super important for newer hunters
No kidding! I've really come to like the social aspect of elk camp. What part has been addicting or most fun for you?That elk hunting is addictive
Totally agree. One nice thing is elk are physically large, so it's a little easier to see if they aren't in the same area as when you began the stalk
Do you feel the way when you have a hard to get tag?
