Planning for your first elk bowhunting trip is an exciting and exhilarating time. It’s essential to make sure you are completely prepared with the use of your bow and are in proper shape, but it is equally important that you have all necessary hunting gear, clothing and any other items that will make your first… Read more »
It can be very disappointing when you head out to hunt big game such as Elk and come back empty-handed. After a while, you can’t help but think that maybe it’s something in our technique that’s holding us back. Here are 5 tips to help make your next Elk hunting trip a success: Check Your… Read more »
Are you planning a hunting trip for this year or next? Be prepared because the rules and regulations have changed for Santa Fe. You can find the new rules for applying for your hunting license online here. If you live in the area and would like a printed version of the 2016-2017 hunting rules and… Read more »
When out on the hunt, calling the animal you’re hunting can be very effective. However, if not done properly, it can go to waste, leaving you frustrated and empty handed at the end of the hunt. Make sure that doesn’t happen, so here are some tips for effectively calling elk. Right Place, Right Time You… Read more »
It is no secret that elk are very large animals, and to bag one on a hunt is quite an incredible feat. Regardless of the type of animal that you are hunting, doing it in the same location can potentially become stale or create a scarcity of hunt-able creatures. This could lead to missed or… Read more »
When you’re hunting there are a lot of things you have to remember. It is easy to see how some would forget that even in the wilderness, there is some etiquette to remember, especially when it comes to hunting elk. These following reminders will help make sure the next time you’re out; you mind your… Read more »
When heading out to hunt big game, you want to make sure you have the best tool for the job. Why? Because having the right weapon can be the difference between getting your next trophy and having it slip away. So when it comes to hunting Bull Elk, there are a few rifles that can… Read more »
As a hunter, worrying about being shape before going out on a hunt is most likely one of the last things on your mind. But the reality is it should be your first priority. Many hunts, including ones out west, require a lot of physical exertion and if you aren’t prepared, it can really take… Read more »
Listening to hunting stories is a great way to reminisce and laugh with fellow hunters; it’s also a good way to learn from example and avoid mistakes. It’s good to know what works and even better to know what doesn’t. We’ve found the most recurring mistakes that Elk hunters are making. Battle of the Bugle… Read more »
Any experienced hunter will tell you that the workload of preparing for hunting season opening day begins months before that calendar date. While hunting is a recreational sport, the amount of time it takes to “have all of your ducks in a row” is a lot. Elk hunting season opening day is in the mid-fall… Read more »
