Originally Posted by
Wheatley
Huntingson,
I hunted a unit this year I knew nothing about and had never even been around the area. Similar to coming from out of state you could say (5-1/2 hour drive for me). I had no clue where to start other than buying the forest service map and studying google earth. This is a general elk hunting area and I am convinced anyone can do this. I understand the legal issues with a guide in certain states. Wyoming requires a guide for wilderness area hunts as well. I started a new job and have little vacation so I could not scout at all either. The first day we found elk, the second day we found a ton of elk. Just couldn't make it happen for an archery shot.
There is no better way to learn than to just get out and try it.
Sure, anyone can do anything. But I personally do not know too many that has time on thier hands like that. Family and keeping gainfully employed kinds sucks it up. I mean if you have so much time on your hands, I think its cool you can do that.