Good populations and either sex hunting. 



I have a close area and it is easy to hunt. Cost is minimal. 



Generally there are enough different areas to hunt elk on Forest 

 Service lands . 



There are plenty of elk and open areas to hunt. 



Length of season decreases pressure. 



Don't screw with it if it works. 



I feel where I hunt in the CMR refuge the elk hunting is 

 excellent, but it can become crowded at times. 



Getting out and having the opportunity to see game is gratifying 

 enough . 



It provides recreation and does not appear harmful to herd 

 stability. 



Less people, more challenging, seem to see more geune. 



One still has an opportunity to hunt elk in good numbers and in 

 several areas . 



Yes , except there has been a tremendous increase in hunter 



population in the last four years . 



First year for doing it so I don't have a lot of knowledge. 



The weather (usually), the bugling season, and the quietness of 

 the woods . 



Montana has the finest elk archery opportunity available. 



Great sport and challenge of yourself. 



It's easier to gain permission to hunt. Feel free to hunt. 



I enjoy the freedom, season, and feeling of being on my own. 



It's another way to enjoy the outdoors Montana has to offer. 



Because you can hunt elk in drawing areas . 



It coincides with the rut. 



Season length is adequate, either sex option is great, good 

 opportunities . 



We own and have access to good elk land. 



