Elk Hunting Fundamentals: Elk Calling Strategies
Elk season is coming and it’s time to hone in calling techniques while strategizing for the hunts ahead. Here at Table Mountain Outfitters, we have the benefit of hunting unpressured elk that can respond to a variety of calling strategies during archery and even rifle season. For our hunters and guides, it can be a thrilling experience!
From Harvest to Taxidermist – How to Manage Your Trophy
Our hunters here at Table Mountain Outfitters enjoy high success rates, and many will want to preserve the memories of their adventure with a shoulder mount or other taxidermy. If you are considering a mount, do some advance planning to help make sure you get what you were hoping for and a quality end product. Of course, our guided hunters have the advantage of hunting alongside our expert guides who will manage the caping and processing. Even so, it’s best to have a plan in place before your hunt.
It’s Time to Prepare for Your Wyoming Hunt
t’s time to start getting excited about big game hunts in Wyoming. Archery and rifle seasons will be here before long and hunters should be prepared to make every shot count. Table Mountain hunters have incredible success rates because the guides, properties and setups are all exceptional. Bring your A-game and the chances of a successful and memorable hunt are very high.
Shooting Accessories to Consider for Your Next Wyoming Hunt
Hunters don’t need a pile of shooting accessories. But a few handy items can make a difference in the field. Gear is no replacement for skill. And learning to shoot from a variety of positions is important. Practice with and without your rifle bipods and accessories to prepare for every possible scenario.
Selecting Broadheads for Spring Black Bear Hunting
Archery hunting for bears seems like it should require specialized equipment but it’s really not much different than elk or deer hunting in many situations. The species and current gear you use has plenty of influence on selecting broadheads and the changes that need to be made. For the average hunter however, your current gear might have you covered.
Prep Your Pack for Your Next Wyoming Hunt
Travel to Wyoming during hunting season, and you might experience every climate imaginable. Hot sun, heat and dry weather can coincide with blizzards and sub-zero temperatures. You just never know what to expect. Each species also comes with its own set of hurdles that should influence the contents in your pack.
Following Blood Trails in Archery Season
Many of the Table Mountain archery antelope and mule deer hunts are based from strategic blind locations. The opportunity to sit tight while trophy bucks come within range is ideal for archery hunters. After taking the shot, following blood trails to recover the animal is an important skill and is not easily done in the western terrain.
Our Top Daypacks for a Wyoming Big Game Hunt
Choosing from all the hunting daypacks on the market can sure seem intimidating. But a great big game backpack will help keep your gear organized and accessible in the field. Hunting in Wyoming with Table Mountain Outfitters means you have great lodging each night and a full overnight pack is not necessary.
How (and Why) To Pack a Bare-Bones Hunting Kit
On our guided big game hunts here in Wyoming, there’s no need to lug around a hefty pack. You only need the essentials when we set out each day of the hunt. The advantage of private access and road and trail systems means the vehicles do the heavy lifting while we focus on the hunt. Here’s how to build a bare bones hunting kit to have everything you need when we make the stalk.
4 Tips for a Quiet Stalk
Archery hunts offer the special opportunity to get up close and personal with elk, deer and pronghorn. When a bugling elk comes running in hot or you put the sneak on a wary deer, the payoff is extremely rewarding. The stalk is tense and there are a few ways to increase your chances of success.