chuckeglenn
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I went on our first elk hunt last year in Montana for a late season rifle hunt. It was backcountry DIY wife my wife tagging along. I came very close to filling my tag a couple of times but didn't get it done in the end. This year I've got a Colorado archery elk tag for unit 55. I'm a 37 year old from Arkansas, and I've hunted whitetail my entire life. My wife will be with me again this year. She's very fit and has no problems keeping up with me, but she's not any help when it comes to calling, so I'm basically on a solo hunt. I'm debating whether or not to hire a guide. Here's my reasons. Statistically speaking, it may be ten years before I punch my first tag. That puts me at almost 50 years old. Forums, TV, podcasts, and reading about elk hunting will only get you so far. Like everyone else I'd love to do this on my own, but I'd really like to hunt with an experienced hunter to decrease the learning curve. I've only got one shot a year at elk hunting, and I want to make the most of it. Anyone know of any good guides I may be able to contact? Thoughts on this post are welcome.