bkbell,
My first question would be .........How much backpacking do you do or have you done?????

I ask for two reasons. One is that this adds an entirely different scenario than just going Elk hunting. Which is tough enough even if you go back to camp at night.

Second is that if you don't backpack and don't have all of the things you need.......Then you will need some pointers as to what to bring and what to expect.

Bill