Pine Beetle Infestation- How will it affect elk hunting?

by Dave
(Western MT)

Here in western MT we have severe and widespread destruction of mature trees from the pine beetle problem. I'm not sure how far that spreads to other states?

I think in the long run it will actually be better for the health of the forests and provide better graze for elk. In the meantime, I'm not sure I want to be in the areas of dead trees during a strong wind!

Anyone out there with information about the long term effects of this mess? I'll try to get some pictures to post sometimes. It's ugly.