I'm trying to gauge risk and pick where to I want to apply for elk this year. I'm a non-resident. No guide.
I'm not trying to start a squabble. These are two legitimate questions. How risky is solo hunting (and especially game recovery) in grizzly country?
I've been hunting the SW Rockies...
I drew the Valle Vidal (NM) fall bear tag. Has anyone hunted bear there?
I have lots of intel on elk and fish, and some incidental bear sightings, but have not talked to anyone who has hunted bear there.
I'm not using dogs. Any insights to offer?
I have the 41-1 any elk tag. The season runs October 15 through November 4.
I have 2 weeks to devote to to the hunt, and have some flexibility as to when I go. I could get there a couple days before opener, or start opening day. Or I could slide my start date to the middle or end of the hunt...