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Post by bbhunter on Nov 28, 2012 21:22:45 GMT -5
So i am wanting to plan my first big game hunt. I have done some whitetail hunts in other states but im think elk, mule deer or bear. All three are on my checklist so I don't care what i do first. I would prefer a DYI and archery. Anyone have any suggestions, stories or advice they would like to offer.
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Post by HuntMeister on Nov 28, 2012 21:45:13 GMT -5
Colorado archery Elk. I have not checked their archery regs in a few years but I believe OTC archery tags are available. Colorado is mostly quantity over quality but I have always considered anything taken with stick & string a true trophy. Here's a link to the Colorado DOW website, all the info you could need to plan a hunt. wildlife.state.co.us/Pages/Home.aspx |
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Post by bbhunter on Nov 28, 2012 22:21:37 GMT -5
Thanks. That is kinda the way i was leaning. And wanted to check into mulie tags while i was at it.
Either that or Alaska black bear would be pretty darn cool
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Post by HuntMeister on Nov 29, 2012 7:17:04 GMT -5
Co has some true trophy opportunities for Mulies but I am not sure if you can OTC archery for them. I do know all rifle tags are draw only.
Good luck and keep us posted!
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Post by tenring on Dec 2, 2012 7:47:45 GMT -5
Depends on which season one wants to hunt, but rifle tags are OTC.
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Post by steiny on Dec 6, 2012 19:04:08 GMT -5
Colorado archery is very doable, however be aware as a first timer attempting this, your odds of making a kill DIY are very slim. Elk are tough to kill under good circumstances on private ground with a rifle. You will see some pretty country and have a nice camping trip, maybe even see a few elk, but I'd be real surprised if you harvested anything first year. Might take two or three years to get them figured out.
For something much higher success, I would suggest a DIY firearms hunt for muleys or antelope in one of several western states, or a semi-guided bear hunt over bait in canada.
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Post by HuntMeister on Dec 6, 2012 19:41:30 GMT -5
Depends on which season one wants to hunt, but rifle tags are OTC. You are talking Elk not Mulies correct? |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2012 20:11:40 GMT -5
If you strickly want DIY and archery, I'd go to Wyo. for antelope and combine with mule deer. Elk is doable but very low success rates on DIY archery hunts. Alaska is great but not for the inexperienced hunter, not that you are. You can easily not return from a trip there if certain things happen. It would not be my first choice for a first trip.
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Post by tenring on Dec 8, 2012 20:38:42 GMT -5
Depends on which season one wants to hunt, but rifle tags are OTC. You are talking Elk not Mulies correct? Yup |
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Post by steiny on Dec 11, 2012 20:54:38 GMT -5
I have purchased rifle tags for bull elk over the counter in Colorado. We had to buy landowner tags, or draw for muleys.
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Post by HuntMeister on Dec 11, 2012 21:00:35 GMT -5
Yep, OTC Elk rifle tags but Muley rifle tags are draw only. I would love to do a LO tag but usually too spendy for me. I think I have 9 PP's for Mule Deer now and there are some trophy GMU's that I will never have enough PP's to draw that unit.
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Post by bbhunter on Dec 16, 2012 22:09:22 GMT -5
We have pretty much made our minds ip on DIY archery elk in Colorado and it appears black bear may be possible while there. I understand experience is a factor but I have to start somewhere and this is what i really want to do. I also am realistic that this is hunting and not killing. One member of our party of three has taken elk and moose on seperate DIY hunts. Thank you everyone for the comments and keep them coming. Anytjing I can learn from others experience is a benefit.
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Post by steiny on Dec 22, 2012 10:01:24 GMT -5
You will have fun regardless. Elk are likely to be found at high elevations, on shaded north slopes, real steep areas of blow down timber, etc. Staying cool is a priority for elk that time of year. Take a fishing rod, you are likely to be near a nice trout stream.
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Post by esshup on Dec 26, 2012 14:47:56 GMT -5
Start getting in shape now. Walking around in those altitudes will be a bit different than walking around here.
If you can, plan on getting there 2 or more days in advance to help get used to the altitude. You'll probably be used to it by the time you pack to come home.
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Post by HuntMeister on Dec 26, 2012 15:07:29 GMT -5
Start getting in shape now. Walking around in those altitudes will be a bit different than walking around here. If you can, plan on getting there 2 or more days in advance to help get used to the altitude. You'll probably be used to it by the time you pack to come home. Probably the best advice you can get right there. The earlier you can get to altitude to acclimate the better. I always try for atleast 2 days prior to season. By the time I go home I am feeling like a real mountain man! ;D |
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Post by bbhunter on Dec 29, 2012 22:05:40 GMT -5
Thanks guys!! Keep the tips coming
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Post by practicalsportsman on Jan 7, 2013 0:06:05 GMT -5
I have an outfitter for black bear and he has a high percentage of color phase bears. your choice of baited or non-baited. He's very reasonable on price. i can send you a pm on everything, i can even get you a DIY hunt for elk, mule deer, and antelope.
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Post by esshup on Jan 7, 2013 16:54:39 GMT -5
I have an outfitter for black bear and he has a high percentage of color phase bears. your choice of baited or non-baited. He's very reasonable on price. i can send you a pm on everything, i can even get you a DIY hunt for elk, mule deer, and antelope. Uuummmmm.......... I think Colorado outlawed baiting and running bears with dogs..... |
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