Videos, Photos, Gear, and News for Hunters of Antlered and Horned Game
Some late season bowhunting action in Utah turns fruitful.
From the video maker:
“Here’s a video highlighting Utah’s late season Extended Archery Hunt. Watch this solo hunt that’s filmed with a head cam and makes for one cool POV on this nice mule deer buck!”
To check out more from Hushin, please click here.
Do-it-yourself hunting (and stalking) mule deer in Utah in a video from Justin Finch.
From Finch:
“My self filmed, 2016 Utah archery hunt. Kill shot included! After a 4 hour stalk, I find myself 42 yards of a bedded buck.. Somehow I got lucky enough to capture the entire journey on film.
This is the 1st of 3 videos in my series called, “THE TREBLE”; which shows my adventures on three deer hunts in three different states with three different weapons all from my 2016 season. Look for Part 2 “Colorado Muzzeloader Hunt” and Part 3 “Idaho Rifle Hunt” coming in the next couple weeks!
100% real, DIY, and self filmed.”
To checkout more from Justin Finch, click here.
From the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:
MISSOULA, Mont.—Sportsmen and women now have permanent access to 3,800 acres of National Forest land in central Utah thanks to a collaborative effort between the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Manti-La Sal National Forest, Back Country Horsemen of Utah and Emery County.
“This project shows how working together can bring about improved public access that benefits hunters, hikers, horseback riders and so many other people who enjoy our national forests,” said Blake Henning, RMEF chief conservation officer.
“The American public benefits greatly by acquiring this property which allows access to some of the best country for hunting and horseback riding on the Manti-La Sal National Forest” said Darren Olsen, district ranger for the Manti-La Sal National Forest.
The project site is located approximately 20 miles west of Huntington and secures permanent public access from a parking area on Highway 31 to the popular Candland trailhead.
RMEF recently conveyed the 10-acre parcel of land to the Manti-LaSal National Forest which now oversees management responsibilities. Back Country Horsemen of Utah (BCH), San Rafael Chapter, originally acquired grant funding and coordinated trailhead construction. Emery County donated thousands of dollars in equipment use, labor and materials.
“The Candland Mountain trailhead more than triples the parking for users of the Candland Mountain trail system,” said Rod Player of San Rafael BCH. “It would not be possible were it not for the generous donations from Emery County and RMEF. RMEF has ensured the existence of the trailhead for future generations.”
“Emery County appreciates the opportunity to partner in this project which will benefit residents of the county as well as visitors to our area,” said Ray Petersen, Emery County public lands administrator. “The Emery County Road Department displayed its typical professionalism in constructing this parking area. We are very proud of the work they do. As is often the case, it takes a willingness to collaborate by many partners to accomplish beneficial results on our public lands.”
The area accessed by the trailhead is primarily elk spring through fall habitat, including calving areas, and is used by more than 1,000 elk. It is also home to mule deer, black bears, mountain lions and a host of bird and animal life.
RMEF’s Torstenson Family Endowment (TFE) provided funding for the project. TFE funding is used solely to further RMEF’s core mission programs of permanent land protection, habitat stewardship, elk restoration and hunting heritage.
About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:
Founded over 30 years ago, fueled by hunters and a membership of more than 220,000 strong, RMEF has conserved more than 7.1 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover why “Hunting Is Conservation™” at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK. Take action: join and/or donate.
Yet again, public lands are under attack in the Western United States. According to Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, 4,000 acres of public state land are set to be sold off. This is land that will be forever lost.
To sign the petition the keep public lands public, click here.
From the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation worked with the U.S. Forest Service to purchase a 10-acre tract that permanently protects access to 3,800 acres of public lands in central Utah.
“Opening and securing public access is core to our conservation mission,” said Blake Henning, RMEF chief conservation officer. “This small transaction has a funnel-like effect in helping hunters, hikers and other people reach a much larger publicly-administered landscape.”
The project is located approximately 25 miles west of Price in the Electric Lake area of the Manti-LaSal National Forest. It secures permanent public access from a parking area on Highway 31 to a trailhead used by elk and deer hunters, many of whom use it to pack in and set up camps.
The area accessed by the trailhead is primarily elk spring through fall habitat, including calving areas, and is used by more than 1,000 elk. It is also home to mule deer, bear, mountain lions and a host of bird and animal life.
Because of liability concerns, there was a very real concern the area may be closed by the previous landowner, but RMEF purchased and plans to convey the property to the Forest Service. RMEF purchase of the property ensures this trailhead will remain open for hunters and recreationists.
RMEF’s Torstenson Family Endowment (TFE) provided funding for the project. TFE funding is used solely to further RMEF’s core mission programs of permanent land protection, habitat stewardship, elk restoration and hunting heritage.
About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:
Founded over 30 years ago, fueled by hunters and a membership of nearly 220,000 strong, RMEF has conserved more than 6.9 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover why “Hunting Is Conservation™” at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK. Take action: join and/or donate.
Zac Griffith goes hard for his big game. In this video, Griffith explores the Wasatch Mountains in Utah for bull elk.
From Griffith:
“My name is Zac Griffith and this is a film of my Utah archery elk hunt. The Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah have fascinated me since my childhood. I learned to ski and hunt on these towers that shade the Salt Lake Valley. Rising near 7,000 ft in less than a few miles, the front holds some of the most rugged and remote urban terrain anywhere on Earth.
I choose this range every December as host to an annual tradition; a late season, public land archery hunt for bull elk. Deep snow, sub-zero temps, extreme elevations and high winds combine in a recipe for disaster to a bowhunter. Despite the obstacles stacked against us, my closest bow hunting allies and I venture here yearly with high hopes.
Long hikes, chilly stalks and close calls to follow!”
To check out more from Zac Griffith, click here.
DIY Archery Elk Hunt: Justin 2015 from Brian Kirby on Vimeo.
Chasing bull elk in Utah with the Kirby Brothers!
From the video makers:
“Join Kirby Brothers Outdoors Pro Staffer Justin Wallschlaeger on a DIY Archery Elk hunt in eastern Utah and on top of that he did it all while solo filming”
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From Mathews: Sparta, Wisconsin – After an extremely successful year with the 2016 HALON®, Mathews introduces its 2017 hunting line with three new offerings featuring the highly efficient and powerful CROSSCENTRIC™ cam: HALON® 32, AVAIL™ and STOKE™. “This year is all about expansion of our CROSSCENTRIC cam technology,” said Matt McPherson, Owner and CEO of […]
From Vapur: OXNARD, CA – Vapur, manufacturer of the flexible, reusable Anti-Bottle®, is partnering with camouflage leader, Mossy Oak, in the launch of the new Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity Bottle. Casting into a new category of outdoorsmen, the Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity Bottle is a game changer for the avid sportsmen, including fishers and hunters. […]
Best in Festival: BC Moose from Rockhouse Motion on Vimeo. Impressive film of British Columbia bull moose hunting. From Rockhouse Motion: “Join Mike Lutt and his son Dustin in pursuit of Mike’s final Moose species in the snowy Cassiar Mountains of British Columbia.” To check out more from Rockhouse Motion, click here.
A great elk hunt with Hushin. From Hushin: “After Eric tagged out with the awesome “Fire Bull’ he headed straight back to the mountain to help his good friend Garrett fill his tag. The magic finally happened on the second to last day!” To check out more from Hushin, click here.
Flooded: NM Elk Hunt from 7K on Vimeo. Elk hunting in New Mexico is the focus of this video. From 7K: “New Mexico’s 2013 archery elk season was not only full of record rains and flooding, but also full of emotion… both highs and lows. It was a real roller coaster as Chase hunts for […]
The new Waxed Canvas Firearm Cleaning Mats from Birchwood Casey® help keep spent fouling, chemical spills and dirty patches from making a mess of your gun cleaning area, whether at home or at the range. The Waxed Canvas Cleaning Mats are constructed with a durable waxed cotton interior with internal padding for protection and a […]
