thanx to all for the advice, I,ve bought new work boots to replace the Cabelas/Miendls "perfect" hikers I had purchased this springfor work, they will be better used to hunt in They are awesome, way to good for work, I also dusted an old pair of Schnees which are in good shape , except the liners,I tried to dry them last fall on the wood stove,not close ,on the wood stove
Phew!!! they did stink!! This is going to be a long summer,
When you said you had hunted back east, I figured you would have some good footwear to keep warm with. Generally I think Eastern winters are tougher than what we get out West now that the "global warming" thing seems to be moderating things more. Hence I'm betting you got the "stay warm" part down pat. It also sounds like your work situation is a good environment to get your boots broke in and you are in tune to that.
The part you may not take seriously that is still quite important is a good warm weathershoe/boot. I hunt the same season and it can get down right warm, even hot. Take a light weight, non-insulated pair of something with you and don't be afraid to use it if the weather allows for it. My hunting partner either wears tennis shoes or sorels, usually the tennis shoes the last few years --- it's been warm.
As has been mentioned before, especially in an early season like yours, try to have something along that is light weight. Half of elk hunting is managing energy consumption and heavy boots can really drain you.
Personally my favorites are a pair of very light weight Goretex Danners although I do have a pair of LaCrosse's and a pair of Sorelsfor when it is absolutely hideous outside.
Note: Bring your moose field dressing equipment.