Eastman528
WKR
I will be archery elk hunting solo for the second year in Central Idaho. I am a born and raised Idaho resident but this will be my second year in this area. Last year I hunted both early and late September and had 2 good but very different experiences. This year I am trying to pick a 10 day block and based on my experience last year I am torn. Obvious pros of both are likely less people in the woods, con would be early season warmer weather and late they are herded up. I will be primarily spot and stalk/ambush hunting but I will have my calls and I am a confident caller I just have chosen not to use this as my primary tactic in this country for various reasons. Thought it might be interesting to hear others perspectives on the early vs late September debate or why to hunt mid September for that matter. I should probably add my goal is simply to shoot a mature bull and pack it out alone. That being said meat care is a valid concern as where I am hunting it could take me a few days to get it all packed out.
Thanks!
Thanks!