I’m that guy.

[Southern Elk]

A buddy and I drew the unit ## type 1 tag with an average of 13 points. I had 14 and he had 12. Looks like it was 85% at 13 points, so we feel good about getting the most out of our points.

I did a ton of researching and calculating leading up to the draw and we felt like this unit was the one for us. I spoke with a game warden and biologist. We were hoping to hunt archery and rifle if necessary, but prior to the draw it was changed to rifle only. I was bummed because bow hunting is my passion. I thought about switching to a different unit, but my buddy wanted to stick with unit ##.

I’m not interested in putting specific info out on a public forum. What I am interested in is talking to guys who have either hunted there or that are familiar with the unit. Please PM me if you are willing to talk.

To the guys who might say it’s not best unit or I wouldn’t have used that many points on that tag, I get it, but this is a once in a lifetime hunt for us and we plan to make the most of it.

Let the welcome to Hunt Talk jokes fly.

 

[Flatbrimmer]

A buddy and I drew the unit 45 type 1 tag with an average of 13 points. I had 14 and he had 12. Looks like it was 85% at 13 points, so we feel good about getting the most out of our points.

I did a ton of researching and calculating leading up to the draw and we felt like this unit was the one for us. I spoke with a game warden and biologist. We were hoping to hunt archery and rifle if necessary, but prior to the draw it was changed to rifle only. I was bummed because bow hunting is my passion. I thought about switching to a different unit, but my buddy wanted to stick with unit 45.

I’m not interested in putting specific info out on a public forum. What I am interested in is talking to guys who have either hunted there or that are familiar with the unit. Please PM me if you are willing to talk.

To the guys who might say it’s not best unit or I wouldn’t have used that many points on that tag, I get it, but this is a once in a lifetime hunt for us and we plan to make the most of it.

Let the welcome to Hunt Talk jokes fly.

Good luck with your guys hunt bud, I’ll be watching this thread!

 

[MinnesotaHunter]

I have spent some time in that country and have a buddy who has hunted it a fair amount. I will see if he has any nuggets for you.

 

[375H&H]

I’m fairly familiar with the unit. Access is good throughout. Start high and work lower until you find elk.

 

[TheTone]

Congrats! That’s a unit I’ve been considering myself, excited to see how it goes for you. I keep being a point or two behind things it seems

 

[375H&H]

Not sure if you have ever seen the video but Michael Waddell killed a great bull in there with 7J outfitters a while back.

 

[Southern Elk]

I forgot to mention that the friend who is hunting with me is my elk hunting mentor. He put me on my first bull back in 2007. He’s getting older and thinks this could be his last hunt. He’s in great shape and I have no doubt that he can handle it. My number one priority is getting him a nice bull.

The unit is only 5.5 hours from me. I plan to scout it this summer.

 

[jwatts]

A buddy and I drew the unit 45 type 1 tag with an average of 13 points. I had 14 and he had 12. Looks like it was 85% at 13 points, so we feel good about getting the most out of our points.

I did a ton of researching and calculating leading up to the draw and we felt like this unit was the one for us. I spoke with a game warden and biologist. We were hoping to hunt archery and rifle if necessary, but prior to the draw it was changed to rifle only. I was bummed because bow hunting is my passion. I thought about switching to a different unit, but my buddy wanted to stick with unit 45.

I’m not interested in putting specific info out on a public forum. What I am interested in is talking to guys who have either hunted there or that are familiar with the unit. Please PM me if you are willing to talk.

To the guys who might say it’s not best unit or I wouldn’t have used that many points on that tag, I get it, but this is a once in a lifetime hunt for us and we plan to make the most of it.

Let the welcome to Hunt Talk jokes fly.

Welcome to Hunttalk.

Seriously though, make sure to get the details on beer availability and road glassing opportunities in case I don't pull my tag in CO and come "assist".

 

[Southern Elk]

Welcome to Hunttalk.

Seriously though, make sure to get the details on beer availability and road glassing opportunities in case I don't pull my tag in CO and come "assist".

We already know there’s a brewery nearby that you like. What else do you need to know?

 

[Jbotto]

Welcome to Hunttalk.

Seriously though, make sure to get the details on beer availability and road glassing opportunities in case I don't pull my tag in CO and come "assist".

The beer at Tensleep Brewery is good and worth the stop!

 

[jwatts]

Beer is good in 45
The beer at Tensleep Brewery is good and worth the stop!

We actually went to the brewery after a successful antelope hunt a few years back. I love some Tensleep beer.

 

[Jbotto]

I basically live in 45, but don’t have much elk experience. If you need anything though, reach out to me.

 

[Southern Elk]

I basically live in 45, but don’t have much elk experience. If you need anything though, reach out to me.

Thanks. I’ll reach out before I come over to scout. I’ll buy you a beer, if you’re around.

 

[Deleted member 20812]

Welcome to Hunt Talk

 

[Southern Elk]

Welcome to Hunt Talk

Thanks. Maybe I should have posted this in the new member section.

 

[Tinner2216]

Best of luck. I believe you will thoroughly enjoy your hunt, great unit.

 

[Southern Elk]

Quick Update:

We are planning a scouting trip for mid August. I was put in touch with a friend of friend who used to guide in this unit and is willing to help. He told me that we have a very special tag and it will be a great hunt. I’m really looking forward to it. I’ve never killed what I consider to be a really big bull. I think this may be my best chance to make that happen.

 

[Bearbait49]

Good luck on your hunt. I'm definitely interested in seeing how it goes. I am more than likely going to put in for the type 9 tag next year in 45

 

[220yotekiller]

I hunted that unit last year, the one thing I can tell you is that it is ROUGH country, I would try to go earlier than later because it can be nasty getting in and out of there.

 

[MTLabrador]

It’s super cool country. Bring fishing gear for the scouting trip.