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Elk Hunting Strategies THAT WORK for Over 30 Years! w/ Donnie Drake // Elk 101
Description
Beau Martonik is joined by Donnie Drake, of Elk 101, to talk about Donnie’s journey in elk hunting. They discuss the importance of personal struggles they’ve faced, wind, and the significance of practice and perseverance. Donnie shares insights on elk behavior, calling techniques, and the physical challenges of hunting in steep terrains. They also touch on Donnie’s passion for his custom-built 1950 Willys Jeepster. Key takeaways for aspiring elk hunters include mastering the wind and maintaining a resilient mindset. This episode is filled with inspiration and practical tips for hunters of all levels that have worked for decades.
Topics:
- 00:00:00 - Introduction
- 00:04:30 - Donnie’s Journey to Elk Hunting
- 00:22:09 - The Struggles of Hunting Different Regions
- 00:25:35 - How Donnie and Corey Jacobson Met
- 00:28:52 - Starting Elk 101
- 00:35:13 - Learning From Your Mistakes
- 00:40:49 - Destination Elk Challenge - Elk Hunting WITHOUT FOOD
- 00:51:52 - Elk Hunting Tactics
- 01:04:04 - Elk Calling Strategies
- 01:10:04 - Learning How To Estimate Distance
- 01:12:40 - Comparing Sights and Sight Tips
- 01:23:46 - Gaining Experience
- 01:25:13 - Know The Wind and Thermals
- 01:29:13 - Comparing Whitetail Hunting and Elk Hunting
- 01:30:25 - The Jeepster
- 01:38:44 - Wrapping Up
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