Hello everyone, I'm a new user so I apologize in advance if my following questions have been answered, based on my searches it doesn't look like there has been a discussion on this particular area too recently.
Anyway, I'm a lifelong whitetail hunter from the mid-west who moved to Utah three years ago. I've been successful in the spike units, but now I want to focus on killing a respectable bull during the archery hunt. I know respectable is subjective, but I'm not talking about a 350 bull. I'd be happy 290-310. FYI I didn't draw a LE tag, just OTC archery this year.
I've been doing a good amount of scouting this summer in basins and drainages with no or few trails within a 20-30 mile radius east of kamas. I've found good, but not great sign, and not in the numbers I'm hoping for. I've been primarily at elevations of 8,800-10,200.
I'm not asking for anyone's favorite spots, I'm willing to put in my own work but if anyone could give me some pointers on general areas to continue scouting I would really appreciate it. I'd also be interested to know what kind of elevation, vegetation, water type, etc. I should be looking for.
Also, I'm primarily a solo hunter and in great shape. If there's anyone in need of a partner and is willing to trade some tricks of the trade for some help carrying out a downed animal please let me know.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Anyway, I'm a lifelong whitetail hunter from the mid-west who moved to Utah three years ago. I've been successful in the spike units, but now I want to focus on killing a respectable bull during the archery hunt. I know respectable is subjective, but I'm not talking about a 350 bull. I'd be happy 290-310. FYI I didn't draw a LE tag, just OTC archery this year.
I've been doing a good amount of scouting this summer in basins and drainages with no or few trails within a 20-30 mile radius east of kamas. I've found good, but not great sign, and not in the numbers I'm hoping for. I've been primarily at elevations of 8,800-10,200.
I'm not asking for anyone's favorite spots, I'm willing to put in my own work but if anyone could give me some pointers on general areas to continue scouting I would really appreciate it. I'd also be interested to know what kind of elevation, vegetation, water type, etc. I should be looking for.
Also, I'm primarily a solo hunter and in great shape. If there's anyone in need of a partner and is willing to trade some tricks of the trade for some help carrying out a downed animal please let me know.
Thanks in advance for your help.