If you're putting in the miles, packing the gear, and grinding it out—but still going home without a bull—you might be making the same critical mistake that costs most public land elk hunters their shot.

I’m Matt Hartsky with Backbone Unlimited, and in this episode, I break down the single most common timing error I see ruin elk hunts year after year. We’re talking about why first light and last light are everything when it comes to killing bulls on public land—and how to make sure you're finally in the right place at the right time.

We’ll cover:

Why bulls move differently on pressured public land

The two golden windows every hunter must prioritize

Common mistakes that blow your opportunity before the elk even show

How to structure your entire hunt to capitalize on the only hours that matter

Why trying to hunt elk all day might actually be hurting your odds

This episode is a wake-up call. If you're tired of burning boot leather and coming home empty-handed, this one's for you.

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