Ok, thanks for all the info. Maybe I should clear some things up. I live in Michigan, and thats is where I will be hunting Elk. If I am lucky enough to win the drawing. I also want to point out that Michigan is mostly hardwoods, where I will be hunting. I still think taking everything into consideration, a rifled shotgun with scope would not be a bad way to go. A shot at over 100 yards would be a very rare event in my opinion. Does anyone at all agree with me? I am interested in your opions.

Thanks,

The Coach