Epfd217
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Newer elk hunter here and my buddy and I are trying a new state this year. In doing my e-scouting, my primary of focus has me looking at two great looking areas that have somewhat different characteristics.
One is on the west side of some tall craggy mountains and the other spot is on the east side of that same complex of peaks. The western side is obviously much drier appearing the the trees appear to be more brushy and smaller.
The eastern side of much greener, taller trees and denser forest.
Also the west side is steep while the east side of less steep and more of a long roling drop from the peaks. The east side provides more land to work within (up to five miles of roadless area).
I've gotten advice to check the west side of this area, but while researching plan B, C and D the other features of the area really seem to show a stark contrast.
Can those with experience give advice on how you would look at the situation and make a plan? I've made calls, but so far am unsuccessful at reaching wardens or biologists on the phone this late in the summer. Still working on it though.
THoughts?
One is on the west side of some tall craggy mountains and the other spot is on the east side of that same complex of peaks. The western side is obviously much drier appearing the the trees appear to be more brushy and smaller.
The eastern side of much greener, taller trees and denser forest.
Also the west side is steep while the east side of less steep and more of a long roling drop from the peaks. The east side provides more land to work within (up to five miles of roadless area).
I've gotten advice to check the west side of this area, but while researching plan B, C and D the other features of the area really seem to show a stark contrast.
Can those with experience give advice on how you would look at the situation and make a plan? I've made calls, but so far am unsuccessful at reaching wardens or biologists on the phone this late in the summer. Still working on it though.
THoughts?