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First off, I want to thank the forum for all the help I have been receiving the last year. I may not comment often, but I am on here daily just looking to learn more. I hope one day I will be able to have the knowledge and willingness to help others like most of you do.
My family was lucky enough to draw 2 muzzleloader elk tags for the book cliffs bitter creek. We have always put in for any weapon LE, but I decided to try our luck at muzzy and looks like it paid off. A few years ago my dad drew this tag with any weapon and came off with a respectable bull. It was our first time ever elk hunting. We used hoochie mama's to locate and call the bulls. We got my dad's bull within 300 yards where he dropped him. obviously, this year will need to be closer with it being a muzzy hunt. so that brings me to my question:
When trying to bring bulls in, will cow calls suffice, or should I learn to bugle? Also, should I pick up a cow decoy? I have seen those work in videos, but I don't know if that's just them trying to sell me on a product. Do they make a big difference?
Your suggestions and instructions are very appreciated.
My family was lucky enough to draw 2 muzzleloader elk tags for the book cliffs bitter creek. We have always put in for any weapon LE, but I decided to try our luck at muzzy and looks like it paid off. A few years ago my dad drew this tag with any weapon and came off with a respectable bull. It was our first time ever elk hunting. We used hoochie mama's to locate and call the bulls. We got my dad's bull within 300 yards where he dropped him. obviously, this year will need to be closer with it being a muzzy hunt. so that brings me to my question:
When trying to bring bulls in, will cow calls suffice, or should I learn to bugle? Also, should I pick up a cow decoy? I have seen those work in videos, but I don't know if that's just them trying to sell me on a product. Do they make a big difference?
Your suggestions and instructions are very appreciated.