I know it is a long way out, but I will get busy with hunting soon and January will be here. So, I am trying to think through some 2022 options right now. I acknowledge that point creep might get us but a friend and I have a chance at unit 11 for elk. I want a good bowhunt. Obviously, I want to bring home an elk, but I really want to be in lots of bugling bulls. I know that is always a timing issue, but I am wondering how doable it is to go Type 1 and bowhunt the week before gun season and bugling activity be strong. I thought that way we could rifle hunt the first couple of days before we come home as well. I assume the firearm opener will be very busy, and perhaps the few days leading up to it. For guys who know unit 11 or the general area, how does that sound? Would we be better to go Type 9 and hunt earlier in September?
On a related note, how much lower is pressure in 11 than surrounding general areas? I assume it will be substantially lighter, but I don’t have a feel for how busy those general areas are during archery seasons.
I have done some research on the area and looked at maps. I hope to scout a few days in the summer if we draw to get my bearings, find a good camping spot, etc. Also, I have never taken an elk with a bow, so I am honestly not hung on how big. I just want to hunt screaming bulls!
Any input welcome. Feel free to message me if you prefer.
On a related note, how much lower is pressure in 11 than surrounding general areas? I assume it will be substantially lighter, but I don’t have a feel for how busy those general areas are during archery seasons.
I have done some research on the area and looked at maps. I hope to scout a few days in the summer if we draw to get my bearings, find a good camping spot, etc. Also, I have never taken an elk with a bow, so I am honestly not hung on how big. I just want to hunt screaming bulls!
Any input welcome. Feel free to message me if you prefer.