For many Western states, September 1st marks the beginning of archery elk season. This time of year also coincides with the rut, when bulls bugle their heads off, roll around in the mud, and chase ...

An early morning hike found me two-thirds of the way up a timbered mountain. It was still dark, and I couldn't make my final approach until the air warmed and thermals began flowing uphill. Finally, ...

Bugling and cow calling to simulate the elk rut is a difficult skill for bowhunters to learn. There are many schools of thought on the proper way to do it, which calls to use, as well as when and ...