Module 7 - Chapter 1: Finding the Needle in the Haystack
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The way you locate elk depends on several factors, including terrain and habitat, the season you’re hunting, and your personal hunting style. Learn key tactics for locating elk such as glassing, calling, and still-hunting, along with key factors like staying mobile, using wind and reading elk sign accurately.
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