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Wyoming Elk Hunt

Posted by Scott Dempsey on July 6, 2020 at 7:58am

Getting back into hunting after a couple years off.  Brothers are going to Wyoming for the first time to hunt Elk/ Mule Deer.  WE KNOW NOTHING!  I would like to use this form to discuss how to do it safely without overspending on gear.  Also interested in training routines to prepare my body for this adventure.

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  • JIM HARTWICK July 16, 2020 at 9:49am
    It also has been quite awhile since I went. Good boots- broke in is a must. Due to the elevation its going to be tough to get in the right shape, but hike, walk, jog as much as you can. You will push yourself to the limit on the mountain with or with a guide. Every once you can cut( body and gear will help). Knowing what I know know I would take my 450 bush master instead of the 300 weatherby I did take- simply because of weight.
  • Bill Petrusha July 16, 2020 at 7:38am
    Have a great time with your hunt this Fall. Take lots of pictures and post them on the this website. I am sure the guys would love to see them!
  • Scott Dempsey July 15, 2020 at 8:27pm
    Thank you Bill and Paul. I learned this weekend that we will each be paired with experienced hunters who have been at this hunt site for many years. I do agree good boots are essential.
  • Bill Petrusha July 13, 2020 at 3:56pm
    It's been 15+ years since I've been but my $0.02 worth. A good pair of boots are key. When we went we did a lot of glassing/walking for both animals. Make sure the boots are waterproof and also warm. A good pair of hiking/hunting boots are a key in my opinion.
  • paul deciechi July 8, 2020 at 2:57pm
    But I’d be glad to help you anyway I can I’ve been out west three times I’ll cotton never even been close to shoot one so I don’t know if I can help much
  • Scott Dempsey July 8, 2020 at 2:30pm
    Thank you
  • paul deciechi July 8, 2020 at 1:02pm
    The guys that have been going for a while should have all your answers then? From my experience guys who have been there are the most helpful
  • Scott Dempsey July 8, 2020 at 9:51am
    Great questions. We will sleep in a pole barn. Up to 14 guys going and most have been going for years. So although it won't be a professional guide we will be getting help.
  • paul deciechi July 7, 2020 at 8:47am
    Guided or unguided?
  • paul deciechi July 7, 2020 at 8:10am
    Are you staying in hotel tent camper?
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