First Elk

by Tater
(Sheridan, Arkansas)


I took the advice I received from this website and was successful in not only working with the guide but was fortunate to down this elk 5X5 (it's a 10 point in Arkansas)LOL!!! The hunt was not easy as we didn't see any elk or hear any the first day of hunting. I am not sure what this elk scored but I know it will feed my family for a while.

The shot was less than 200 yards and the animal was taken with a model 700 Remington 7MM STW and a 160 grain Federal Trophy Bonded Bear Claw round which performed perfectly(dropped him in his tracks), which made us happy considering the undergrowth and cover we were in. Something about a large animal and how they can get in some of the smallest and most difficult places to get to or out. LOL I have total respect for anyone that does this type hunting by themselves.

I wanted to Thank You and Your Forum and the folks that share on here for the knowledge and information that helped me find an elk I was quite happy with.

Thanks again!
Tater

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May 28, 2018
Congrats
by: DrHunter

Congrats for your hunt! Good shot and photo! Hope to see you and other rookie hunters can get some tips on this website to improve their skills

Sep 20, 2012
My first bull Elk.
by: mountain walker ,canada

I still remember my first bull ,back in October 2009 ,it was thanksgiving day. I had a lot to be thankful for,that afternoon. after twelve years of bad luck with Elk ,yes murhpes law you know! My nephews said uncle lets go for a hunt . So off we went the three of us . At first we had a big bull below us with cows, He would not come out of the heavy tree line . Then I heard what I thought was another bull behind us , when I looked up the hill after stepping out from a tree .There He was, looking at me . Off he ran up the hill , here in B.C. you can only shoot 6 point on one antler. I stopped him with cow call, at 70 yrds. Nephew gave me a green light to shoot ,as he looked at him with bino glasses. I shot him with 300 win mag 180 grain Federel bear claw bullet. behind shoulder , He was dead when we got to him,it hit hard. Then we quartered him up and they pack him out ,as I have a bad back, God bless there kind souls. That was a lot of fun to share this with them! Something I will always remember!

Oct 31, 2011
Congrats!
by: Steve

Way to go man!!! Congratulations. This site, like you said, is phenomenal. It is by far the finest resource on elk hunting, from A to Z, I've ever encountered. Keep coming back to it as you will learn more and more every time you visit.

I'm envious of all the meat you have to feed your family this year. I struck out on archery season. I have a seven day spike hunt starting tomorrow ... won't be able to get out til Thurs though.

Oct 31, 2011
Regarding First Elk
by: Jarrod (Wisconsin)

Congrats on you your first bull, Tater! What a great feeling, huh? I can totally relate to your dilemma of not seeing animals right away - we went 3 days last year before seeing elk. Maintaining focus is huge when the going is tough and you aren't seeing much. Nice job on dropping him in his tracks - where did you hit him? What state were you hunting in?

Congrats Again!

Jarrod (Wisconsin)

Oct 30, 2011
5 Point Bull
by: Dave, Elk Hunting Tips (MT)

Way to go, Tater! Where did you hit the bull? Remind us again what state you were hunting in.

Enjoy that fine meat! I just had two helpings of corned elk hash. I'll post the recipe and procedure as soon as I can find time between hunting and working!

Do it again next year! (How about an archery hunt?)

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