March 26, 2013
The 2013 RMEF World Elk Calling Championships were held this past weekend (March 1-2) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Callers from all across the U.S. and Canada […]
March 8, 2013
It is no secret that everyone here at Elk 101 is passionate about Elk, Elk Hunting, and Elk Conservation. Our extreme passion has led us on […]
December 24, 2012
I have a quote that I always remind my son, Austin (and sometimes myself) of any time we get down in the elk woods, or at […]
December 10, 2012
It’s always interesting to look at the different conditions elk hunters experience in their geographic areas each fall. It’s also fun to hear about the diverse […]
December 4, 2012
In addition to general, over-the-counter elk hunts, most western states also provide “limited” or controlled elk hunting opportunities. These hunts typically provide a higher quality hunting […]
December 3, 2012
The bull staggered 15 yards before looking back for the cow that called desperately to calm him. He wobbled, then fell in the middle of a […]
August 14, 2012
Every year during seminars and shows, I get asked, “How do you gut an Elk?” My quick response is, “I don’t!” It is a great lead-in […]
August 14, 2012
It’s that exciting time of year for elk lovers. The mature bulls are really looking great by now and giving us a real good indication of […]
July 11, 2012
I mentioned in an earlier article that bivy hunting techniques and strategies are best learned by experience, trials, and errors. The same can be said of […]
June 26, 2012
My absolute favorite type of elk hunting is backcountry DIY (Do-It-Yourself). In my opinion, no other type of hunt requires more preparation, effort, planning, and reward […]
June 4, 2012
Bivouac: (bɪv.u.æk), (bɪv.wæk) – Noun -An encampment for the night, usually without tents or covering, with few facilities, as used by soldiers, mountaineers, etc. Bivouac style […]
May 29, 2012
Being successful in OTC, DIY, public land elk units is a wonderful subject line that could likely be expanded into a multi-volume set! I will, however, […]