walk in wilderness areas . 



You get closer to the elk and are able to see and learn about elk 

 and nature. 



Challenging, rigorous activity. Great hunt with a low success 

 rate - it's tough. 



It allows me to hunt elk with a bow. 



In most areas you can still get away from crowds of casual 

 hunters . 



Bull frequently bugle, fairly large number of elk available. 



It is abundant. 



Because I alone killed my first elk with my bow. 



Because there are numerous elk and a lot of area without roads . 



Less congested, see more game, see less hunters, enjoy the hunt 

 more. 



Nice weather, beautiful time of year, lots of game and few 

 hunters . 



Good elk population and substantial wilderness areas to hunt in. 



Allows you to get close to a big bull and that's a thrill. 



Not as much competition in walk in areas. 



Because I'm generally not restricted to where I can hunt. I'm 

 limited only by my own monetary and time constraints and ability 

 to get access. 



I have seen a lot of elk in 380 but I haven't got close enough 

 for a shot. 



I like bugling season. I object to out of state hunters getting 

 permits through outfitters who don't hunt with them. 



There are enough elk in the hills, finding them is difficult. 



Where I hunt elk, I feel the herds are adequate. 



Branch antlered areas are improving the elk numbers . 



Yes, except landowners are all leasing out around here. The best 

 hunting for elk is closed off. 



There is a good working relationship with Fish, Wildlife and 

 Parks and Montana Bow Hunters Association. 



