This DownWind phrase is used quite often during archery elk hunts. We all need to consider the wind no doubt on our approach in all phases whether it be treestand, ground blinds, spot & stalk or running & gunning elk. But those of us that primarily hunt elk on the ground & are calling elk to us how often do elk really try to come in downwind of your setups?
Why would an elk want to come in downwind? Maybe our calling causes suspicion or the elk caught our movement & are unsure so they let their noses be the judge!
My mind doesn't recall as much as I'd like but I've looked back at our last 15 - 20 archery elk/bulls & was very surprised at the conclusion. Do all or most elk approach downwind? What have you noticed?
ElkNut/Paul
Why would an elk want to come in downwind? Maybe our calling causes suspicion or the elk caught our movement & are unsure so they let their noses be the judge!
My mind doesn't recall as much as I'd like but I've looked back at our last 15 - 20 archery elk/bulls & was very surprised at the conclusion. Do all or most elk approach downwind? What have you noticed?
ElkNut/Paul