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Where are all the elk? This is one of the main questions asked of rangers every hunting season. Most elk migrate seasonally based on factors like weather and hunting pressure. Scouting different elevations just before the season begins can make a huge difference. If elk are around, you will typically see more when you are out of your truck or off your ATV. The farther you are from main roads, the better. Keep motorized vehicles on existing or designated roads. This includes retrieving downed game. Rules for motorized travel vary by office, and many offices are either updating or have recently updated their travel management plans. Contact the local office where you are planning to hunt to find out what is permitted.
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Be familiar with Colorado wildlife laws and off-highway vehicle laws — they apply on BLM land. For instance, all offhighway vehicles operated in Colorado — including BLM roads — need to be registered with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Nonresidents bringing in OHVs must purchase a Colorado Nonresident OHV permit. The hunting regulation booklets published by Colorado Parks and Wildlife every year, along with their website, are great resources.
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4100 COntiguOus aCres • prime elk habitat • 85% hunter suCCess rate • 30 miles frOm steambOat springs Offered by Owner fOr $6,000,000
Chris riCks • elkriverhaymaker@zirkel.us • (970) 879-2149 2013 | colorado Hunter
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