ChubbyTuna
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Hi guys. Back in 2010, I killed my first ever elk on a solo DIY archery hunt in Utah (Wasatch). I received a ton of help here on MM and because of that I had a great hunt and also met some new friends that I still keep in touch with. WASATCH ELK HUNT
Anyway, I'm 48 now and sitting on 16 elk points in Colorado. I'm never going to catch up for a premium NW unit so I've decided to cash in. If a kill a big one (330+) great, but I really would just like to have a great experience with plenty of opportunity. I've done some research on drop camps and still may go that route but would really like to do this on my own. I will hire some help for the packout. I can dedicate 8-10 days hunting and as of now can go any week of the season. Which week would you hunt? I've read a lot about the elk being above timberline and in steep terrain. I hit the gym 3-4 times a week but this just keeps me from being chunky and I'm definitely not a mountain goat. I'll be tent camping next to the truck so looking for areas I can make day trips. So am I biting off more than I can chew? I would appreciate any advice or pointers that you guys might have. Thanks so much and good hunting.
Joe Latter
Anyway, I'm 48 now and sitting on 16 elk points in Colorado. I'm never going to catch up for a premium NW unit so I've decided to cash in. If a kill a big one (330+) great, but I really would just like to have a great experience with plenty of opportunity. I've done some research on drop camps and still may go that route but would really like to do this on my own. I will hire some help for the packout. I can dedicate 8-10 days hunting and as of now can go any week of the season. Which week would you hunt? I've read a lot about the elk being above timberline and in steep terrain. I hit the gym 3-4 times a week but this just keeps me from being chunky and I'm definitely not a mountain goat. I'll be tent camping next to the truck so looking for areas I can make day trips. So am I biting off more than I can chew? I would appreciate any advice or pointers that you guys might have. Thanks so much and good hunting.
Joe Latter