There are still a lot of elk and some very, very nice bulls in there, but it's no Slam Dunk and you will earn your bull. It amazes me how many people eat this tag because they think it's going to be easy.
Every year I keep reading how bad it is and it was so much better in years past, and that's a true statement, but there are still so many bulls in there and some absolute studs, it's just not super easy. The archery hunt is far harder than the muzzy permit because it's a bit early, but still doable, especially the last few days of the early season. The early muzzy is fantastic and hits it just right. It's a great draw for a chance at a mature bull.
Whoever said either the fields or up higher is spot on. You just need to get away from the 50 or so individuals packing rifles that could care less that you have a bow and will shoot them at your feet. But for the most part, they're only on the roads so you can get away from them.
Good Luck !! It's gorgeous country up higher.
