How To

WEAPON OF CHOICE
Article by Travis Clemenson

Archery Equipment/Modern Firearms and Bullets:

In Idaho you must have a bow with a minimum draw weight of 40 lbs. 80% is the maximum let-off for compound bows. You may have no electrical devices attached to your bow, whatsoever. Also, tritium powered sights are not legal. Arrow weight must be a minimum of 350 grains, and no expandable broad heads are allowed. (Click here to read the full article)


OPTICS
Article by Travis Clemenson

Scope

It is most important by far to have good clarity, and to have a scope that will not fog up in wet conditions; also, a scope that gathers light, because we all know that the best time to see your animal is in the first and last light. So be sure you can see them! (Leopold, Leica, Nikon, Swarosvski, etc.) The best you can afford! Leopold just came out with a new reticle called, the "Boone and Crocket Reticle." This has five different elevation lines for different yardages. But, once again, practice with them! Above all, know your rifle and know your scope!(Click here to read the full article)



HOW TO NAGIVATE A HUNT IN ELK COUNTRY
Article by Vern Clemenson

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line. Most hunters, including myself, would argue that the shortest distance between two points is the easiest and therefore the quickest. When walking through the woods, detours are desirable and necessary. That straight line is imaginary and represents a baseline to which you should return frequently. Keen powers of observation will keep you on track.(Click here to read the full article)