“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” When historian George Santayana penned those words, he probably wasn't referring to elk hunting mistakes. Yet, after 20 years of DIY, OTC, out-of-state hunts, I have a long list of errors that still haunt me. Let me share a few of the most painful ones in hopes of sparing you from repeating them.

As the title implies, these are quick and simple tips for backpack hunting. They’re not meant to be gospel, but […]

Contrary to popular belief, you do not need a guide to hunt moose in Alaska. You only need a licensed […]

Success isn’t made during hunting season; it’s made during the offseason. Preparation is key to success. I have written many […]

Push the limits of your backcountry hunts with these thermoregulating tips and strategies.

I could feel the morning breeze go still and then a perceptible switch of direction. The coolness to the exposed […]

Use every blood trail as an opportunity to learn something, and never give up on an animal you have mortally hit.

Intro/Synopsis Most people won’t attempt a 47.5-mile hike with almost 11,000 feet of elevation gain in one shot, and honestly, […]

Several years ago I found myself in a hidden drainage surrounded by bugling bulls. I’ve since come to call this […]

When it comes to hunting the West, the first skill set a hunter should master is the art of glassing from a tripod. Second, he should master utilizing the tripod as a shooting support.

Hunt smarter not harder, right? This saying has always perplexed me because it always seems like the guys who put […]

You can have all the best gear, the right optics, the tag of a lifetime, the best hunt plan, or […]