Recent content by huntrfish
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Elk Arrow Weight?
If you have everything set up for you/ your bow/ your shooting style...etc, and you have that thing dialed in...why change? IMHO, you look at 20 years ago, guys were killing elk with WAY less technology, speed, etc. Shot placement is key to success. Keep practicing with your current setup... -
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Branch-antlered donation to the Helena Food Pantry
Doing the right thing is not always easy, but it is admirable that you didn't give in to the temptation and try to hide it. Good on you! Besides, now you can tell your significant other that you have helped families in need, so you should get a free pass for next year's season too! -
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The boys first elk
Well Played Gents....and speaking from experience, them dummy blocks (small square bales) do make you work hard! -
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MT Region 4 cow tag (private land)
Sorry about your Father. Be thankful you had him as long as you did. I cant help you with the hunt, but I appreciate your story. -
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The craziest thing about elk
I see where you are from, and we have probably had the same experience, with the same 5x5, in the same forest!!! I had a 5x5 a few years back do the exact same thing to me. I had a 3 foot shooting lane that he put his head into and took a bite of grass....one more step and he would have felt... -
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Hunting Boots
I would suggest whatever boot you feel comfortable with. I personally like the lace up because I never know what terrain I am hiking in...or out of. Generally speaking, I can intend to hunt and follow game trails, and take the path of least resistance, but when it comes to cutting the distance... -
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Trailhead etiquette?
I had that happen in WY a few years back. I had no idea these two guys from Many, Many, Many states away, were chasing the same bugle I was, until I saw them up on the mountain. The elk wandered off and we both visited about what we could have done different. They told me where they were... -
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Warm Weather Cooler Question
As previously noted, using block ice can help. I typically get very possessive of the kids' used milk jugs starting in August. Clean them out good, fill with water and freeze. I have had some split, but for the most part, they will stay intact. right before you leave for your trip, take them... -
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2017 Wyoming Gen elk archery success
Well done with everything! Nice shot, nice bull and nice wife for helping haul it out! -
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Sight in range for elk?
I like to be dead on at 250 yards. However, I will shoot at 100, 200, 250, 300, 400 and 500 while practicing, to know exactly what my bullet will do. If I need to make 100 yard shot, I know where to hold. If I need a 400 yard shot, I know where to hold. I usually will tape a "drop Chart" to... -
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Wyoming Unit 108
I am not sure about the regs this year, but 111 is usually draw only -
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Cow Elk
As a NR hunter, with the price of tags, travel, etc....I have no problem taking the first legal elk. I know what I prefer, and if I have an option between a bull and a cow, I would take the bull. BUT, if a cow presents the first, best, or most ethical shot. No question. I would rather go... -
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Wy draw question
Just a quick question on this, so I can be clear. If I don't draw in the first round (on a preference point draw), I would not be guaranteed my second choice would I? Isn't the second choice unit a draw too?
