Think you need five grand and a closet full of Sitka to chase elk out West? Think again.

In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode, I break down exactly how to plan a real elk hunt for under $1,500—without cutting corners or eating freeze-dried meals all week. We’re talking real numbers: tag costs in Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico, how to split up gas costs with your buddies, where to camp (or crash), and how to avoid spending thousands on gear you don’t even know if you’ll like yet.

If you’ve got the basics—a bow or rifle, some camo, and a willingness to rough it—you can make an elk hunt happen this year. You don’t need top-tier gear, a new truck, or four years of saved-up PTO. Just a plan.

We cover:

• What states offer affordable non-resident tags

• How to travel smart (and split fuel four ways)

• Gear you actually need vs. what can wait

• DIY lodging and food setups that don’t suck

• How to prep for taxidermy and meat processing without killing your budget

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