RE: First time Elk Hunt
In that I'm from missouri myself and I've been on a few elk hunts I think I can answer your guestion. NOTHING in missouri will prepare you for altitude! Get in the best shape of your life and then get in better shape. Find the steepest rockiest hill you can and hike up and down it all the time. If you get in good shape you will adjust quicker to the altitude. nothing but altitude will prepare you for altitude.