About 10 years ago you guys REALLY helped me with my WY speedgoat, now I have questions about elk.

[bigdonniebrasco]

I started buying elk points in WY REALLY late in life, and even though I am only at 7 points, I think I should probably burn them while I can still hike!

I think in 2025 I should plan an elk and/or Mulie trip to WY from Kansas. I have never hunted either and would be delighted with anything. I have 7 elk points and 4 Deer points, so I could always hunt elk in 2025, then mulies in 2026.

Anyway, I'm just trying to pick your collective brains regarding what areas/units I might want to apply for with my 7 points (I'd pay for a special if that helps). I am NOT looking for specific hunting spots or anything, I will try and figure that out on my own. I figure just asking for unit suggestions isn't as bad as asking for a specific hunting spot.

I would LOVE to shoot a bull with my bow, but I would shoot one with my rifle if that improves my odds.

Thanks for ANY advice!!

Don

 

[NEWHunter]

I’ve not hunted either species in WY, but I’m in a similar situation point wise. Seems like elk is more of a priority for you based on the location of this post. Maybe go for deer first and use that hunt/trip as an opportunity to scout your prospective elk unit for the following year. Good luck!

 

[Dsnow9]

I think a little more information is necessary. What kind of shape are you in, what kind of hunt do you want to do, what type of terrain do you want to hunt them in, how much time are you going to commit to the hunt, solo or with help, what kind of mileage, spike camp or base camp…

Asking what unit people would recommend with none of that info is like asking what kind of lady to look for at the bar… different strokes for different folks.

I know what I would do with 7 but I would bet I couldn’t talk 5 percent of hunt talk into doing the same thing.