This Is Why You’re Not Finding Elk | Ep 23
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Why can you see elk everywhere before hunting season, but suddenly can’t find them when it actually matters? In this episode of the Addicted Hunting Podcast, we dig into what it really takes to find elk before and during hunting season. From putting in the miles and using trail cameras to understanding habitat, water sources, bedding areas, travel routes, and the terrain elk actually want to use, we break down the scouting strategies that can help you stop hunting empty country. We also share some real-world scouting stories, including the process of finally figuring out where a group of elk was hiding after years of hunting the same area. We talk about north-facing slopes, south-facing feed areas, saddles, benches, drainage heads, changing conditions, and why animals can seem to disappear once opening day arrives. If you're getting ready for elk season or trying to become a better scout, this episode is packed with things you can put to work in the field. Topics Covered: How to find elk before hunting season Why elk seem to disappear on opening day Using trail cameras for scouting Reading maps and understanding terrain North-facing slopes and bedding areas South-facing slopes and feed Finding water sources Saddles, benches, ridges, and travel routes Hunting the head of drainages How changing habitat affects animal movement Scouting public land Learning from sign and animal patterns Real-world elk scouting stories Why putting in extra effort can make the difference
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