Wanting to get into elk hunting

[texasforever]

Can anyone give me a good rundown of how i would even go about starting? I really want to get into it with a buddy of mine but it seems like a huge learning curve with all of the draws and gear etc.. Lets hear from the seasoned guys on how to get started!

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[westtexducks]

All of which you seek can be found in this thread.

https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http%3A%2F%2Fdiscussions%2Etexasbowhunter%2Ecom%2Fforums%2Fshowthread%2Ephp%3Ft%3D250231&share_tid=250231&share_fid=1255&share_type=t

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[westtexducks]

If the other link didn't work try this one.

http://discussions.texasbowhunter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250231

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[texasforever]

Never k ew this thread existed thanks

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[kruppa24]

Yes I want to do this some day. In for the input.

[flywise]

Go to Colorado department of fish and game. They have a couple good vids.
Pretty much just drive to Colorado and buyt an over the counter tag

[CSanders]

Start saving your money.. Lots of it. There are also some good videos on youtube regarding the draw in different states.

[NoFence]

It's way more simple than you think. Start saving some money. Read the elk thread and Google your questions and read the responses on rokslide. Get an otc tag next year and cover ground. You don't need fancy gear. Just go. Watch the 50 "land of the free" videos from born and raised outdoors and every other YouTube elk hunt you can find. By this time next year, you'll know everything you're gonna know without getting out there and doing it.

[Dc78]

Start working out now!

[Thumper]

Where is elkhunter when you really need him.....



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[texasforever]

What would the round about cost be for tags? And is there any others i should try and get with the elk tags? From what I've seen the seasons all fall on time frames when i have classes going on and cant take off for a week so is there one that goes for a month or are they all mostly just week long seasons?

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[Merc]

What would the round about cost be for tags? And is there any others i should try and get with the elk tags? From what I've seen the seasons all fall on time frames when i have classes going on and cant take off for a week so is there one that goes for a month or are they all mostly just week long seasons?

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Depends on the state and if your talking archery or rifle.

You said you've got a buddy that goes? Tap into that knowledge base, figure out what state and unit then start googling from there. It's daunting when you first start but take it one bit at a time. There is an over abundance of information out there on the internet.

I was in your shoes a few years ago, except I didn't have any friends except for those I found through researching. You'll get out of it what you put into it.



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[sharkhunter]

Where is elkhunter when you really need him.....



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[texasforever]

Depends on the state and if your talking archery or rifle.

You said you've got a buddy that goes? Tap into that knowledge base, figure out what state and unit then start googling from there. It's daunting when you first start but take it one bit at a time. There is an over abundance of information out there on the internet.

I was in your shoes a few years ago, except I didn't have any friends except for those I found through researching. You'll get out of it what you put into it.



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No my friend brought up the idea of us going on our first trips together. Planning on going for rifle. But I'll start looking into it. I think the only thing that would be stopping me this coming year is the dates clashing with having college and all

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[doublearrow]

It's way more simple than you think. Start saving some money. Read the elk thread and Google your questions and read the responses on rokslide. Get an otc tag next year and cover ground. You don't need fancy gear. Just go. Watch the 50 "land of the free" videos from born and raised outdoors and every other YouTube elk hunt you can find. By this time next year, you'll know everything you're gonna know without getting out there and doing it.

This, ive always been a bit hesitant not understanding game units draws ect. Last year went with a buddy. 650 for either sex tag, 100 dollars for fuel each, 100 dollars each for groceries. 3 of us went with my truck towing buddies camper. Find public land and hunt.
Going again in a couple of weeks to colorado, and in october going to uncharted land for me in utah doing the same thing.