Full Camp, Filled Tags: An Elk Hunt in Utah
After years away from elk hunting, the author’s reentry into the pastime culminates in an awesome week in northern Utah where 11 elk hunters and 10 mule deer hunters fill their tags.
61-Year-Old Elk-Hunting Dream Fulfilled in Michigan
Michigan elk hunters faced challenging weather and storm-ravaged terrain to harvest 153 elk in 2025. That didn’t deter Bruce Nelson of Hastings, Mich. He applied for an elk license every year Michigan has held a drawing.
7mm Backcountry: Anatomy of a 21st Century Elk Cartridge
Federal’s new 7mm Backcountry produces magnum-like ballistics from a 20-inch barrel thanks to new case and powder technology.
West-Texas Elk Hunt: A Trans-Pecos Connection
The author learned there are elk—and a lot of them—in West Texas. He also learned there is at least one man there he should have met a long time ago.
Member’s Hunt: Colorado Elk Odyssey
This latest Member's Hunt comes from Clint Dittmar of Collegeville, Pa.
A Bull in the Hand
Roosevelt elk are the largest elk in North America, and holding a tag for one is an opportunity relatively few hunters get the chance to experience.
5 Rules for Public Land Elk Hunting
Public-land elk hunting challenges even the best hunters. Success requires an understanding of the unit and property owners within, plus all the terrain throughout that might support a herd.
Member’s Hunt: A Little Help From My Friend
This latest Member's Hunt comes from Richard Saunders of Cheney, Wash.
An Old Man’s Handgun Elk Hunt
Fulfillment of a 40-year dream delivers a flood of good vibes.
Member's Hunt: How Close is Too Close?
This latest Member's Hunt comes from Randy Malterud of Lead, S.D.
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