Yes, as others have said, there are definitely cow hunts open during archery season, but it's unlikely you'll find an outfitter that will bowhunt cows with you. Otherwise, most outfitters take cow hunters with pretty good success during the later season. If you go DIY, I'd recommend going during...
I love using horses for hunting. They do come with the added work around camp, but better meals can make up for that! I primarily use them for getting in to deeper country, then I leave them at camp and hunt on foot from there. With elk, they are a game changer for getting meat out! I do not...