Elk hunting is my passion. I work hard at it throughout the year. I know where the elk are long before the season starts. I stay in altitude shape all year long. My list could go on, but the bottom line is I put all the odds in my favor. I hunt alone so I can put 100% focus on what I need to do.
If I had to go to another state to hunt elk. My percentage would be way down.
As it is. I get an elk every year.
btw..I hunt the muzzleloader season only. That weeds out the wannabees around me.