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Old November 15, 2016, 03:21 PM   #51
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Reading these comments were very informative. I've been on a Elk hunt only once and it took months of training to get into the physical shape I would need to be in. You might want to show up early as well to acclimatize yourself to the higher elevation. Also, plan on leaving travel plans with local game warden in case you go missing. It could save your life. Elk is an incredibly heavy animal. So make preparations for transport of the animal if you do get lucky enough to find and shoot one. Also make sure you have a big handgun on you. It can be very dangerous processing an Elk with Bears and Mountain Lions in the area.

As far as preps, all the posts are great but you might have to prioritize some because you can't bring a truckload of stuff out with you. Good binoculars, a good elk call, warm clothes come to mind.
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Old November 15, 2016, 08:17 PM   #52
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A must have is Gander Mountain Butter Pretzels. I also take Sam's Club small meat balls and heat up with butter and Franks hot sauce.
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Old October 8, 2017, 10:21 AM   #53
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I just referred to this thread to prep for next week's elk hunt; thanks to TFL, this is a great website!
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Old October 8, 2017, 12:03 PM   #54
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2 mules to haul all this 'stuff'.
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Old October 8, 2017, 12:43 PM   #55
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Actually, a beat up old GMC truck. Almost all of it is left at the base camp, I only take a day pack while out hunting.
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