Author Topic: Book Recommendations (Read 10633 times)

dpfarrar84 · « **on:** January 11, 2016, 08:00:19 AM »

Hi All,

Does anyone have any good book recommendations regarding hunting Elk or hunting the NW in general?

Special T · « **Reply #1 on:** January 11, 2016, 08:13:09 AM »

Which side of the cascades? Makes a difference..

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dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 11, 2016, 08:24:01 AM »

I am leaning toward Westside, but I have not committed yet.

Special T · « **Reply #3 on:** January 11, 2016, 10:45:45 AM »

I realize this is for elk, but I think you should read Boyd Iversons "blacktail trophy tactics 2" it will help you greatly for deer and since its so thick I think some of it applies to elk on the wetside. Trail cams and scouting are key.

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dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 11, 2016, 02:07:32 PM »

Thank you Special T! I will definitely take a look at it.

Band · « **Reply #5 on:** January 11, 2016, 03:35:53 PM »

I checked out and read a bundle of deer and elk books from the library in years past while trying to figure out how to be a successful hunter - don't overlook that resource.

dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 12, 2016, 06:32:47 AM »

Quote from: Band on January 11, 2016, 03:35:53 PM

I checked out and read a bundle of deer and elk books from the library in years past while trying to figure out how to be a successful hunter - don't overlook that resource.

I have to admit, I totally forgot about the library... Thank you for the reminder Band!

andrew_in_idaho · « **Reply #7 on:** January 14, 2016, 11:53:42 AM »

Older book but the book 'Elk Talk' by Don Laubach and Mark Henckel was a good read and I think I will go into my first rut archery elk hunt this year better off for having read it. Even if you aren't planning to hunt in the rut there is a lot of good info in the book about elk habits throughout the seasons and hunting tactics to use

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dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #8 on:** January 15, 2016, 09:35:05 AM »

Quote from: andrew_in_idaho on January 14, 2016, 11:53:42 AM

Older book but the book 'Elk Talk' by Don Laubach and Mark Henckel was a good read and I think I will go into my first rut archery elk hunt this year better off for having read it. Even if you aren't planning to hunt in the rut there is a lot of good info in the book about elk habits throughout the seasons and hunting tactics to use

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Thank you Andrew, I will check it out!

nwwanderer · « **Reply #9 on:** January 15, 2016, 09:52:06 AM »

Read elknuts posts here

bobcat · « **Reply #10 on:** January 15, 2016, 09:58:08 AM »

You didn't say which season you'll be hunting. If early archery or muzzleloader, a great book to have is Elknut's Playbook.

http://stores.elknut.com/playbook/

Also subscribe to some magazines. For local information I like Washington/ Oregon Game and Fish:

http://www.gameandfishmag.com/west-coast/washington-oregon/

And Northwest Sportsman:

http://nwsportsmanmag.com

Bob33 · « **Reply #11 on:** January 15, 2016, 10:04:26 AM »

Maybe check to see if there are some hunting related forums. The ones I know about talk primarily about football and politics.

coachcw · « **Reply #12 on:** January 15, 2016, 11:11:12 AM »

go spend time with them . get elevation and wind advantage and close the distance . never expect them to come to you. if you make elk sounds and have wind and cover you will be surprised how close you can get . jim horn Jr has some good cds that help you understand elk talk and like others have mentioned elk nut.

DOUBLELUNG · « **Reply #13 on:** January 15, 2016, 11:50:16 AM »

I recommend every Washington hunter read Ralph Flowers' The Education of a Bear Hunter. In addition to lots of great info, it is a great look back to the western WA of yesteryear. I think it is the hunting analogue of Haig-Brown's A River Never Sleeps.

daddysprad · « **Reply #14 on:** January 15, 2016, 12:22:30 PM »

Try any by Patrick McManus, you won't stop laughing.

splitshot · « **Reply #15 on:** January 15, 2016, 01:16:37 PM »

McManus has 2 mysteries out. both feature bo tully the blight county sherriff in Idaho. one is avalanche and the other is the blight way. just read avalanche and it was very good and am seeking the other. mike w

bobcat · « **Reply #16 on:** January 15, 2016, 01:18:07 PM »

McManus for elk hunting in the northwest?

Shooting Stix · « **Reply #17 on:** January 16, 2016, 08:46:11 AM »

I have an outfitter for the west side of Washington, I also have New Mexico, and Idaho too

Shooting Stix · « **Reply #18 on:** January 16, 2016, 08:48:05 AM »

First picture is my outfitter from Idaho and the other outfitter hunts Washington and New Mexico

Shooting Stix · « **Reply #19 on:** January 16, 2016, 08:56:04 AM »

This bull in Washington is still alive and he is a nice 6x6

jackelope · « **Reply #20 on:** January 16, 2016, 10:34:42 AM »

Hes looking for a book.. not an outfitter.

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billythekidrock · « **Reply #21 on:** January 16, 2016, 01:29:00 PM »

Quote from: jackelope on January 16, 2016, 10:34:42 AM

Hes looking for a book.. not an outfitter.

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dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #22 on:** January 16, 2016, 11:27:15 PM »

Quote from: billythekidrock on January 16, 2016, 01:29:00 PM

Quote from: jackelope on January 16, 2016, 10:34:42 AM
Hes looking for a book.. not an outfitter.

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dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #23 on:** January 16, 2016, 11:29:48 PM »

Thank you all so much for the input! I will start tracking down these books and magazines.

Karl Blanchard · « **Reply #24 on:** January 17, 2016, 08:52:38 PM »

Something that people overlook when digging up reading material when it pertains to hunting is literature on the animal itself. Understanding animal behavior, breeding habits, migration habits, and food sources is a huge asset in the field. Anything Valerius Geist is solid.

Fullabull · « **Reply #25 on:** January 18, 2016, 07:29:26 PM »

Elknut Play Book. Will give you all you need to hunt elk successfully.

Band · « **Reply #26 on:** January 20, 2016, 01:54:50 PM »

Quote from: BLRman on January 17, 2016, 08:52:38 PM

Something that people overlook when digging up reading material when it pertains to hunting is literature on the animal itself. Understanding animal behavior, breeding habits, migration habits, and food sources is a huge asset in the field. Anything Valerius Geist is solid.

I agree, although Geist's detailed discussion of necrotic stomotitis in wintering elk put me to sleep on more than one reading attempt. Make sure you have some caffeine handy just in case.

dpfarrar84 · « **Reply #27 on:** January 21, 2016, 02:53:45 PM »

Thank you all so much for the information. I have never really enjoyed reading, but it is time to get to work!

Karl Blanchard · « **Reply #28 on:** January 21, 2016, 03:25:03 PM »

Quote from: Band on January 20, 2016, 01:54:50 PM

Quote from: BLRman on January 17, 2016, 08:52:38 PM
Something that people overlook when digging up reading material when it pertains to hunting is literature on the animal itself. Understanding animal behavior, breeding habits, migration habits, and food sources is a huge asset in the field. Anything Valerius Geist is solid.
I agree, although Geist's detailed discussion of necrotic stomotitis in wintering elk put me to sleep on more than one reading attempt. Make sure you have some caffeine handy just in case.

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