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Help Me Choose a Twist Rate
I am getting close to purchasing a Tikka in .308... However, I am stuck between 2 models, one with a 1:11 twist rate, and the other with a 1:9.5 twist rate. I plan to shoot 150, 165, and 175 grain bullets through it. Which choice is better for accuracy and barrel longevity? Thanks all. -
Sniffing Distance
How far away have you seen elk bust a hunter by scent? I watched a bull last week feeding in a tiny meadow in the dark timber near the top of a mountain. Another hunter was sitting about 200-250 yards above the elk, although the bull and hunter were obviously not aware of each other's presence... -
Elk Smell Questions
One day this past season, I was still-hunting dark timber, and I periodically smelled elk all morning. I could see old elk tracks and droppings on different benches of the mountain, but as I worked my way slowly through the timber (keeping the wind in my favor), the wind would swirl periodically... -
Pronghorn Old Buck Taste
Since moving to WY in 2020, I have eaten 7 pronghorns, and they are excellent table fare. However, my wife nor I have never killed an old buck. If I shoot an old buck this year, am I going to dislike the meat? Do older bucks have tougher meat, or a gamey taste to them? -
Hunting High Elevation Meadows and Parks
Over the past 2 years, I have become much more adept at locating post-rut elk on public land. However, I have found myself overlooking, or downright avoiding high elevation meadows (pictured). The truth is, I'm just not sure how to approach the darn things. There are practically no glassing... -
Best (and Worst) Muzzleloading Bullet Experiences
In an effort to increase my effective hunting range, I purchased a CVA Optima LR recently. My goal is to find a bullet and powder combination that shoots consistently tight groups at 200 yards. I was going to grab 3 or 4 different bullets to try, but the sheer number of options really took me by... -
Corner Crossing Defense Fund, Round 2- Civil Case
Hey Fellas, the public land hunters won their criminal case, but now Elk Mountain Ranch is attempting to sue them. Times are getting hard for some of us- but if you can even give a little, please do so. Public land is our land, we should be able to access it. This is worth fighting for...- Bam Bam
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Post Rut Bulls- How Important is Water?
I am an avid hunter, but this will be my first elk season here in Wyoming. I am heading out this weekend to scout my area (elevation up to 9600 feet) for the "sanctuary areas" that Randy Newberg describes. Should I be really focused on looking for water seeps and springs? I am not sure how... -
White Rag to Attract Antelope?
I know that Native Americans used to draw Antelope into archery range with white feathers or rags.... I was curious to see if any HuntTalkers have tried this, and how it worked. I am going to feel like an idiot if I try this and the speed goats head for the next zip code! -
WY GEN Elk Tag is Virtually a Once in a Lifetime Tag---Change my Mind
Here is an email that I sent to my brother in Indianna today, after realizing just how bad point creep is for the GEN Elk Tag. Anybody care to disagree? (I used a .5 to label those point holders that fell between 2 numbers on the draw charts. There is no sense in confusing my brother with extra... -
7mm-08.... Avoid the shoulder?
I will begin elk hunting this year (I moved to WY in 2020), and I am more accurate when shooting my 7mm-08 than with a borrowed 30-06 or 300 WSM. However, I am curious if a good 7mm-08 bullet will reliably punch through a bull elk's shoulder blade. Thoughts and personal experiences? (I do not... -
Too Early To Scout?
Question for the more experienced Mulie hunters out there. I went out scouting this week. I located some deer, and hiked back to a possible glassing spot that I wanted to see in person- but am I wasting my time, scouting this early? Will the deer move so far away, or the conditions between now... -
Antelope Advice for Beginners (WY Unit 21)
I believe that it is important to share info on this forum, and not just collect it, so here is a report on my first season Antelope hunting in Wyoming. I am hoping that Antelope beginners will glean some info from my story, even if it is a bit depressing. Feel free to PM me for more advice, but... -
Wyoming Deer Units 76 and 77
I moved to WY last year, and this will be my first year hunting mule deer. Can anyone give advice on Units 77 and/or 76? I'm not looking for anyone's secret spots, but some general advice, like "Scout the creek bottoms first" or "Glass the timber in the hills". I am having trouble locating many...
