Utah’s Rifle Elk Hunt in the Rut
September 26, 2026
A 12 year old, a youth tag, and the outdoor theater that hooks you for
- Wyoming Outfitter License number BG-295
A 12 year old, a youth tag, and the outdoor theater that hooks you for
Hunting trophies are measured with standardized systems that add specific antler or horn measurements into
In Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho it is unlawful to use cellular-activated cameras for hunting. That
Learning how to hunt the wind for deer starts with keeping your scent away from
Get ready before the season gets close Opening morning quickly exposes whatever you skipped during
Field dressing initiates the cooling process by removing internal organs and opening the carcass to
Hunt reporting requirements depend on the state and the permit you hold. Utah requires reports
A pre-hunt checklist helps you arrive ready for the conditions you’ll face. Your hunting trip
Determine wind direction while deer hunting by checking the air often with wind powder, milkweed,
Most hunters should start planning guided hunts nine to 18 months in advance. For high-demand
A 12 year old, a youth tag, and the outdoor theater that hooks you for life. Utah is by far my favorite state for providing hunting opportunities for everyone, whether
Hunting trophies are measured with standardized systems that add specific antler or horn measurements into a numerical score. Depending on the species, scorers measure features such as main beams, tine
In Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho it is unlawful to use cellular-activated cameras for hunting. That does not mean they have no place on a ranch. Cell cams are still a
Learning how to hunt the wind for deer starts with keeping your scent away from the country deer are using. Approach from downwind or use a favorable crosswind, then watch
Get ready before the season gets close Opening morning quickly exposes whatever you skipped during the off-season. Boots may start rubbing after a few miles, and a rifle setup that
Field dressing initiates the cooling process by removing internal organs and opening the carcass to allow heat to escape. Hunters also need to protect the meat from contamination and move
Hunt reporting requirements depend on the state and the permit you hold. Utah requires reports for big game permits even when a hunter doesn’t harvest or never enters the field.
A pre-hunt checklist helps you arrive ready for the conditions you’ll face. Your hunting trip checklist needs to cover legal requirements, field-tested equipment, and the plan for getting an animal
Determine wind direction while deer hunting by checking the air often with wind powder, milkweed, grass, leaves, smoke, weather apps, visible breath, or the wet-finger method. Hunting the wind helps
Most hunters should start planning guided hunts nine to 18 months in advance. For high-demand elk, mule deer, moose, antelope, private-land hunts, or preferred season dates, start 18 to 24
A 12 year old, a youth tag, and the outdoor
Hunting trophies are measured with standardized systems that add specific
In Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho it is unlawful to use
