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Mark Huelsing
How To Get An Elk Tag (or two!) Every Year

How To Get An Elk Tag (or two!) Every Year

I am not an expert when it comes to drawing elk tags, but you can bet that I will have at least a couple of elk tags in my pocket every fall. In this article, I am going to attempt to give you my approach to applying for and seeking out elk tags through draws and over-the-counter opportunities. I hope this information helps unfold some of the mysteries behind getting into the elk draw game, so that you can set yourself up with a long-term plan that works for you and your budget.

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Mark Huelsing
Solo Hunting in the Backcountry

Solo Hunting in the Backcountry

Solo hunting the backcountry is definitely not for everyone, but with proper forethought, coupled with a sound mind, it can be one of the most rewarding ways to hunt. Here is what you need to know about solo hunting in the backcountry...

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Mark Huelsing
How to Plan an Out-of-State Backpack Hunt

How to Plan an Out-of-State Backpack Hunt

The possibility of hunting out of state is becoming a reality for more and more folks.  When I was younger, I thought I would never be able to do something like that.  I remember thinking how it must be such a hassle and way out of my price range.  In reality, however, an out of state hunt is totally doable for the blue-collar hunter.  Doing the hunt as a backpack-style trip only adds to the level of adventure.  That was actually how I pulled off my very first out of state hunt.  Since then, the idea of doing it on...

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Mark Huelsing
3 Free Ways to Lighten Your Pack

3 Free Ways to Lighten Your Pack

Reducing your pack weight doesn’t need to be a complicated and expensive exercise.  Here are three easy methods for reducing your weight immediately without making a single purchase…

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