Big Game

Have you ever hunted moose? They are the largest animal within the deer species, with mature male bulls reaching heights up to seven feet tall with an antler span of six feet wide.

With hungry bears on the move and temperatures increasing, spring bear hunts are the ultimate opportunity to secure a freezer full of tasty game, sharpen your hunting skills, test your gear, and explore stunning hunting locations, from dense forests to rugged mountain slopes. 

With Spring approaching, it's time to start planning some hunts. Bear hunting has seen a late resurgence, drawing back to early frontier days of subsistence hunting, where hunters would utilize every part of the Griz or black bear.

Elk hunting, for many of us, is a captivating pursuit. The opportunity to track one of North America's most majestic, athletic, and fascinating game animals in some of the wildest and most challenging terrain is an irresistible prospect. 

Late-season hunts can be productive and rewarding, depending on how you approach them. Yes, cold feet can be uncomfortable, but if you can push past some of these mental barriers, you will be rewarded with some exciting hunting. 

If you have ever spent time out in the deer woods, you have almost undoubtedly heard a doe, fawn, or both make noises and communicate. Deer communicate constantly and use a variety of different sounds and signals to do so.

Bear hunting is not only a call back to the tradition of hunting. It's a gateway to exploring some of the most stunning natural locations, producing organic game meat, testing your nerves, tracking skills, and wilderness abilities as a hunter. 

If you could carry five expert tips with you into the fall hunting season — whether you're hunting deer, turkey, dove, or other big game — what would be most valuable to you?

You did everything yourself this season. You scouted, you checked to see when the best wind directions and hunt times were using HuntWise. You followed through with your shot, and now you've got your deer on the ground — field dressed and ready to take home.

When trying to fill the freezer, it can be a bit more nuanced than just "if it's brown, it's down." Positively identifying your game is critical for responsible hunting.

Wyoming is blessed with many big-ticket species that hunters dream of taking, including pronghorn, moose, and mule deer.  

Nothing compares to the sound of a giant elk coming out through the thick vegetation. The heavy thuds and loud calls build the kind of rush and anticipation that's almost indescribable to non-hunters.