I am a resident in Montana that loves bowhunting elk. I grew up doing it with my dad and unfortunately he doesn’t hunt with me anymore and I’m trying to find my own elk spots. I’ve been doing a lot of escouting and reading books about elk habitat this winter. I think I’ve found some possible...
Had a reality check chasing Muleys in the high country last fall. Started my fitness plan Dec 23’ currently lost 20 lbs and still going. Hopefully archery elk will be easier this year
Both spring and fall can be very successful. The best time for hides is early spring or late fall. I personally like fall bears because you don't have to worry about their hide being rubbed out, and you get the fat. Plus, I've heard that fall bears generally taste better, I can't verify that...
I live in NW Montana and hunt with a Savage Model 16 in .243 and its never let me down. I've hunted with that gun since I was legally able to pack a rifle and my sons will carry it one day. If you're wondering how a smaller cartridge like a 243 does on bears, I shot this guy with a 243 and he...