The Role Of Calling And Decoys In Elk Hunting

The Role of Calling and Decoys in Elk Hunting featured image showing an elk decoy, a bull elk mounting a cow elk, and the author packing meat out after a successful elk hunt.

Calling and decoys play really important roles in elk hunting. Both tools work together to convince elk that another member of their herd is nearby, making careful use of elk instincts to pull them into your location. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Using Calls and Decoys in Elk Hunting Through my experiences hunting in the Rockies … Read more

7 DIY Elk Decoy And Calling Tips

Elk Decoy and Calling Tips featured image showing a Montana Elk Decoy next to an image of a bowhunter with his Slayer Elk Call.

Learning to use an elk decoy and mastering elk calls can change the outcome of a hunt. For me, combining the visual effect of a decoy with authentic sounds brings more bulls into shooting range. I’ve spent time experimenting with different setups, and this guide shares the basics and some hands-on tips I’ve picked up … Read more