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Heading to CO for Elk Oct 12-16. Guided trip on private land outside of Rifle some where. My tag states I can hunt units 21,22,30,31,32. My cousin booked the trip and I just mailed a check so I have no idea what we are getting in to. Any recommendations you people familiar with this part of CO can make? My biggest concern is the weather although I know they are in a drought. I have read several threads on this board with great ideas but thought there may be some things I should know specific to this area. How is the Elk hunting in this area?

Thanks for your help.
I've never hunted that specific area, but I do hunt unit 1 most every year. The Rockies weather is very unpredictable even that early. Be prepared. I've had seasons were we hunted in the snow the whole time and I've also hunted in shorts during that season. As far as the hunt, the guide should get you on the elk, but then it's your job to do the killin'. In unit one the average shot is about two hundred which isn't had if the elk aren't running at warp factor six....Shoot your gun before you go.....alot!!

Good luck!!! Post us some pics of the monster you get!!

TM
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