huntin24/7
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My friend and I are planning on trying to do a rifle elk hunt in western Montana this fall for the first time. I'm not looking for anyone to tell us where to go but would appreciate any advice/tips anyone might have. He's never elk hunted and my experience is limited to bowhunting the breaks a few times. Since we live in the far east part of the state, and with my wedding and honeymoon in august our scouting time will probably consist of looking at lots of maps and online research/phone calls with biologists and scouting and learning the area while we're hunting. Basically, what are some mistakes newbie elk hunters tend to make, what's should we look for when studying maps, and just any tips that might help. I'm sure the trip will be a learning experience but we'd like to be prepared as much as we can. We are in good shape anyways "by flatlander standards" so should be able to cover some ground. Thanks for any helpl.