This is the third part of a mini-series on what happens “after the shot”. In Part 1 we looked the importance of being prepared for the task of hunting big game in the backcountry. In Part 2 we discussed the technique of deboning and elk (or deer) using the gutless method. Now, in Part 3, … [Read more…]
Before I dive any further into the detailing the elk hunt that I am going on, and how I am preparing for it, I feel like I need to stop and address the topic of Guided vs. Do-It-Yourself (DIY) hunting. My hunt will be completely DIY, but that doesn’t mean that I am against guided … [Read more…]
This article is meant to provide you with a simplified, condensed overview of the major western states’ policies for non-resident elk hunting tags. Please confirm these details with each state’s official documentation, and also keep in mind that dates, fees, and even procedures can change each year. The information that I have included below is … [Read more…]
I don’t have the good fortune of living in elk country, so one of the first steps that I took in planning my elk hunt was to decide what state I was going to hunt. I began my research and quickly became overwhelmed by a dizzying array of rules, units, costs, requirements, lotteries, preference points and … [Read more…]
Reader’s Choice Voting is now open for Bowhunting World’s Reader Choice awards. Do you have a favorite bow, sight, pack, or other hunting gear item? Go vote and let your voice be heard! Vote now… Fat Cats Pay For Our Game One of the greatest concerns that I have about the future of hunting is … [Read more…]