what is one tip for a begining elk bowhuter

[steelnducks]

I would scout as much as possible, Google maps is a great resource. Find an area with good sign learn excape routes, find heavy stands of timber, and be ready to work elk dont come easy. 

[colockumelk]

Dylan if you really want to call elk imho you should get elknuts cds and dvds he will also work with you as you progress. And it's the best available imo

Buy his CDs and listen to them in order. Then repeat over and over and over again. Until you have all the different elk sounds and their meanings memorized. And practise A LOT to sound like them.  Believe it or not its not how well your call sounds its more about what your saying when you call.

The best way to learn how to call elk within bow range is with elknuts cds. 

[pianoman9701]

where do you find his CDs?

[Tbar]

www.elknut.com

[Tbar]

You can also send a pm with questions  hes elknut1 on here

[pianoman9701]

Do you recommend the playbook, Bugling Bull and Beyond series 1-4, or Sounds by the Elk? I can't afford to buy all three sets.

[dylanb]

me eather i spent to much on my dang bow 

[MAVsled]

A lot of good advice here.

you can hunt in a state like AZ (if successful drawing a permit)...with great numbers of 300+ class of trophy bulls during the prime rut.....and if that wind is blowing your scent/smell downwind to the elk, you won't score; even in an elk hunter's paradise like AZ.

the wind moving your scent downwind to the elk is your worst enemy in archery hunting.

[Tbar]

Dylan/pianoman I spent a couple hours trying to give you an answer (i listen to the cds alot anyways). I think bugling bulls and beyond is where I would start. That being said I would do what I could to get the audio playbook too. Its 40 bucks that will help you avoid years of mistakes, literally years, and thats when things go right.lol. There is nothing that can substitute experience but there are alot of info that will make a hunter willing to bust his butt a successful hunter. I think the advice I would add is be ready to pack, they are big, its warm, and you usually need to be miles in and down. The further from the road the more likley calls will work. Have fun and good luck you guys live in a great elk area the only thing that sucks is some guys drive 200+ miles to hang out in your neighborhood ( )

[Elknut1]

dylanb, Pianoman, thanks for your interest! I figured I'd chime in here & share a couple of thoughts! First off there is no one thing that's going to make you a good successful elk hunter, it's a variety of things that must come together each year for consistent success! No doubt you were looking for hunters to all share their ONE THING & maybe you could start putting the pieces of the puzzle together! (grin) It's a good idea, remembering them all is another thing! Elk hunting can be tough especially on general season hunts where there's much hunting pressure! But aside from that hunters can still be successful every year with the right attitude & work ethic!

  It's very true that ones must be in shape, be a decent caller, know the country you're going to hunt, play the wind, be persistent, understand the various elk sounds, how to hunt pre-rut, main rut, post rut, etc. Yes the list goes on, but it's not too tough to get a handle on such answers, if you love elk hunting then you will have a great motivation to keep pushing forward to learn as much as you can. As mentioned there's no replacement for burning boot leather in the elkwoods! But, there is info that can be shared & learned that will shave off years to the learning curve that can be used & injected to your elk hunts to help you be successful now! No kidding! This is especially so if you are willing to take the first legal elk, this should be ones mindset on general season hunts if he or she hasn't taken many elk yet! This will break the ice & build ones confidence that you can do it!

  I realize times are tough & I'm more than happy to help you out if you're interested in some of the info we share! I'll share any of it right here freely if you'd like, but find that most like to view or read it at their own leisure in the comfort of their homes. If this is how you are or anyone else here I will be happy to help you folks out with costs.  I will give a Promo Code here that will save you 15% off nearly all products we carry.  That Code -- FS15off -- can be used one time per user, anyone here can use this if they so choose too. My recommendation would be the consider Package # 1 under combo packages, that package is loaded with important elk info! Here's the link  http://stores.elknut.com/Categories.bok?category=COMBINED+PACKAGES  My website is www.elknut.com  If you have any questions ask them here or you can email me at elknut@elknut.com  I hope this helps some out! Thanks all for your recommendations!

  ElkNut1

[leed]

Don't do it. It never ends, your sleep is gone, your wallet will be empty and you can't take your dog! 

[pianoman9701]

dylanb, Pianoman, thanks for your interest! I figured I'd chime in here & share a couple of thoughts! First off there is no one thing that's going to make you a good successful elk hunter, it's a variety of things that must come together each year for consistent success! No doubt you were looking for hunters to all share their ONE THING & maybe you could start putting the pieces of the puzzle together! (grin) It's a good idea, remembering them all is another thing! Elk hunting can be tough especially on general season hunts where there's much hunting pressure! But aside from that hunters can still be successful every year with the right attitude & work ethic!

  It's very true that ones must be in shape, be a decent caller, know the country you're going to hunt, play the wind, be persistent, understand the various elk sounds, how to hunt pre-rut, main rut, post rut, etc. Yes the list goes on, but it's not too tough to get a handle on such answers, if you love elk hunting then you will have a great motivation to keep pushing forward to learn as much as you can. As mentioned there's no replacement for burning boot leather in the elkwoods! But, there is info that can be shared & learned that will shave off years to the learning curve that can be used & injected to your elk hunts to help you be successful now! No kidding! This is especially so if you are willing to take the first legal elk, this should be ones mindset on general season hunts if he or she hasn't taken many elk yet! This will break the ice & build ones confidence that you can do it!

  I realize times are tough & I'm more than happy to help you out if you're interested in some of the info we share! I'll share any of it right here freely if you'd like, but find that most like to view or read it at their own leisure in the comfort of their homes. If this is how you are or anyone else here I will be happy to help you folks out with costs.  I will give a Promo Code here that will save you 15% off nearly all products we carry.  That Code -- FS15off -- can be used one time per user, anyone here can use this if they so choose too. My recommendation would be the consider Package # 1 under combo packages, that package is loaded with important elk info! Here's the link  http://stores.elknut.com/Categories.bok?category=COMBINED+PACKAGES  My website is www.elknut.com  If you have any questions ask them here or you can email me at elknut@elknut.com  I hope this helps some out! Thanks all for your recommendations!

  ElkNut1

Wish I'd known you were the Vortex dealer when I bought my 10/42 talons last summer. Nice glass.

[Tony]

Curious about archery gear a rifle will last for decades if taken care of, will a bow last as long, or will it need to be replaced periodically, or maybe parts of it?

I've shot the same bow for 11 years now. Find a bow that fits you well and you are comfortable with and beside changing string and cabels when need they will last.

[pianoman9701]

My Hoyt has a lifetime guarantee. They'll fix it or replace it if it breaks. I've already had one replacement of an 8 year old bow by them.

[RB]

Curious about archery gear a rifle will last for decades if taken care of, will a bow last as long, or will it need to be replaced periodically, or maybe parts of it?

I've shot the same bow for 11 years now. Find a bow that fits you well and you are comfortable with and beside changing string and cabels when need they will last.

Thank you I have considered trying a bow mostly because it seems to have more opportunity than the other weapons, but taking the time to get effecient with one plus the fact I have been a rifle hunter for so long change would be hard at times. Appreciate the feedback