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HOW TO STALK ELK - 33 YEARS OF ELK HUNTING LESSONS THAT WORK | 🎙️ EP. 9


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If you want to kill more elk on public land, your ability to stalk effectively might be the missing piece. In this episode, I break down 33+ years of elk hunting lessons specifically on how to stalk elk—not just sneaking through timber, but understanding wind, thermals, terrain, and timing in real-world backcountry scenarios.

You’ll learn how to identify stalk-worthy setups, how to approach bulls without getting busted, how to read thermals and shifting winds, and how to use terrain to your advantage. I cover still-hunting strategies, belly crawls, real hunt stories, and the mental discipline it takes to close the deal.

Whether you’re bowhunting elk during the rut or tracking velvet bulls early season, this is one of the most honest and tactical elk hunting podcasts you’ll hear on how to move in close and seal the deal.

🔹 Topics Covered:

  • The most common stalking mistakes elk hunters make

  • How to use wind and thermals like a pro

  • Terrain features that help (or ruin) your stalk

  • Why rushing is the #1 reason hunters blow close encounters

  • Real solo public land elk hunting breakdowns

    This is more than just theory. It’s 30+ years of failed stalks, painful lessons, and bulls on the ground.

    🎯 If you want to stalk smarter, hunt more intentionally, and close the gap with confidence—this episode will change your approach in the field.

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