If you're going on a guided hunt take an extra hunk of change for a tip. If your guide gets you into a lot of elk and you score a good one you'll want to tip accordingly. Up to you how much but usually $200 or so. Check out the outfitter real well, a good one will take real good care of you. He'll pick you up in town and feed you well. A bad one will leave you with a real forgetable experience.

Other costs? Does he provide all meals? Any hotel costs or is every night on the mountain? What equipment does he provide?(knives, saws, game bags, etc.) Info you need to know.