My 1st Elk Hunt : Part 1

Published on October 27, 2017
Duration: 8:20

This video documents Ivan Kid Badger's first elk hunt in Idaho. He details his strategy of waiting near a clear-cut during the evening, adhering to cow elk season regulations which require hunting within one mile of private property. He successfully identifies and takes a shot at a bull elk using a borrowed Ruger American rifle in .300 Win Mag, emphasizing his goal of filling the freezer rather than trophy hunting.

Quick Summary

Ivan Kid Badger's first elk hunt in Idaho involved adhering to specific cow elk season regulations, requiring hunters to be within one mile of private property. He utilized a lightweight, borrowed Ruger American bolt-action rifle in .300 Win Mag, emphasizing his goal of harvesting meat for the freezer rather than trophy hunting.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to First Elk Hunt
  2. 00:37Idaho Cow Elk Season Regulations
  3. 01:08Evening Hunting Strategy
  4. 02:21Elk Sighting
  5. 03:00Identifying a Bull Elk
  6. 04:08Getting into Shooting Position
  7. 04:38Hunting Ethics and Meat Procurement
  8. 05:03Distance Estimation and Aiming
  9. 05:22Bull Elk Appears
  10. 05:56Taking the Shot
  11. 06:31Rifle Details: Ruger American .300 Win Mag
  12. 07:07Recoil and Muzzle Brake Effects
  13. 07:36Follow-up Shot Consideration
  14. 07:56Assessing the Shot

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key regulations for cow elk hunting in Idaho mentioned in the video?

In Idaho, during the specific three-day cow elk season discussed, hunters were permitted to hunt female elk only if they were within one mile of private property. This highlights the importance of understanding and adhering to seasonal and geographical hunting restrictions.

What rifle was used for the first elk hunt, and what are its notable features?

The hunter used a borrowed stainless Ruger American bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag. It's described as a very light rifle, weighing around 5.5 pounds without an optic, and features a muzzle brake to help manage its significant recoil.

What is the hunter's primary motivation for hunting elk?

The hunter's primary motivation is to fill his freezer with elk meat, emphasizing that he is not hunting for sport or trophies. This aligns with his belief in ethically taking game for sustenance.

What are the potential risks associated with using a muzzle brake on a .300 Win Mag rifle?

While a muzzle brake significantly reduces felt recoil, it also dramatically increases the noise and concussion of the shot. This can lead to permanent hearing loss in the shooter if adequate hearing protection is not used.

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