Well, I saw AZ said to check the portal. Just for kicks i did while driving home. Darn near wrecked the truck. I drew the random 23N early rifle for Elk. Uh, looks like I’m going elk hunting. If the unit doesn’t burn down, I’ll be there. Yeah Baby!
We had elk tenderloin one night and I tried elk osso bucco the 2nd night. steaks were good. OB was okay so got some refining to do on my recipe. Not giving up on it.
Pre-Christmas hunt with the boys this year was a success. Not the way I grew up hunting but fun to see all the game And spend time with my 2 boys. The oldest saw several nice bucks but passed looking for something bigger than the one he killed a couple years ago. My youngest killed a hog...
I would not do 48 with 8 points unless u want to try muzzleloader. I have hunted 1st rifle 3 times. Great hunt 1st year - late rut. Struggled last 2 hunts.
I‘ve hunted the Muzzleloader hunt a few years back. Probably a different hunt for you with the rut over. Lots of elk. Wind in your face and go find ‘em. Trust your gut and cover ground for fresh sign.
Congrats on the elk. Sounds like a fun trip...though I always expect a grouse report as well from you. You know it’s an active elk hunt when there is no mention of thunder chickens in your story.