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Montana Guided Elk Hunt
"There's nothing like that moment when your fantasy become reality. As you find yourself a mere 100 yards away from a truly magnificent animal visible in the trees." Jerry Wolfinger said, recounting a recent Montana guided elk hunt.
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"I'd go again in a heartbeat", the Indianapolis insurance agent assured. Yet truth is elk, are managed more to keep their numbers in check, rather than give you decent odds of getting a trophy bull. Which is why some turn to a guided elk hunt on a private ranch. Where genetics, food and habitat are control to favor production of trophy animals. |
Still whether hunting public lands or private ranch here are some help elk hunting tips.
As will all hunting accuracy and shot placement is critical.
Along the same lines avoid high risk shots. Where you're at a bad angle, longer range, or trying to bring down an animal on the run.
Weather affects the hunt. Snow will cause the elk to start to come down from the high country. Lack of it and they stay put.
In some situations a .270 may be up to the job. Yet it may lack enough energy if the only shot you get is a long one. Which is why a firearm of the magnum persuasion may be your best bet. For instance a 7mm Magnum is a common rifle for elk. But any thing from .308 on up should give you the fire power you need.
Your odds of success are best on managed land during the rut.
Never pass on an opening day elk you would be more than happy to take on the last day of the hunt.
Guided elk hunts aren't for everyone. But if like Jerry you want a Kodak moment and results to match, they may be worth considering.
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