How's it going guys? I'm new to this forum and elk in general. I was wondering if anyone could help me with some info on hunting otc elk in oregon. I'm in the military stationed at Travis AFB in California and can't afford to go through an outfitter and get all the way out to colorado or idaho so pretty much going to try and backpack it. Just looking for somewhere to start I'm going to put in the work as much as I can with scouting and researching maps/ forums but its pretty nerve racking doing it solo with no real info on areas. I know its basically taboo to do this but I guess I need to start somewhere. Thanks for the nudge in the right direction in advance.
Oregon Archery Elk
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There is plenty of OTC elk hunting in OR, both Roosevelts and Rockies. Generally a low success hunt for most. What weapon are you planning to hunt with, rifle, bow, ML? Are you looking at the entire state or do you want to focus on areas closer to your base in SW OR? The good news is OR offers very affordable licenses and tags to our uniformed service members, and rightfully so.
In case you have not looked online yet, a link to the regulations and one to the elk hunting info area that has a number of tools and good ideas.
http://www.eregulations.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/17ORHD_LR.pdf
http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/hunting/big_game/elk/index.asp
Thank you for your service.
In case you have not looked online yet, a link to the regulations and one to the elk hunting info area that has a number of tools and good ideas.
http://www.eregulations.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/17ORHD_LR.pdf
http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/hunting/big_game/elk/index.asp
Thank you for your service.
Thanks Tim McCoy. I think Rockies would be better for me. Just the brute size alone of the Roosevelts would make it a much more daunting task but am not picky at all. I pretty much just want to have fun and be out there you know. I'm going to be using my bow which means even lower success rate but that's what makes it fun. SW Oregon has definitely been on my eye but am willing to drive to almost any part of the state. As you could expect the closer the better though. Understanding the specific OTC units is a bit confusing. I really appreciate the help and kind words.
Would you know whether or not military members that are not stationed in OR pay non resident tags and license? I've been told otherwise but looking at the regulations I'd pay non resident fees.
Would you know whether or not military members that are not stationed in OR pay non resident tags and license? I've been told otherwise but looking at the regulations I'd pay non resident fees.
Timberstalker
Veteran member
If you want to get away from other hunters hunt mid week, weekend warriors take the woods over just about everywhere in the state. Hunt close to where you live and spend as much time in the woods as possible, learning an area is much more important than anything else.
Not sure what the military residency requirements are, but if an active duty person qualifies, the license is $16, $32 if a NR. Tag cost is the same for both at 46. As a resident my license is 32 and tag is 46.
Either species is big and a real load if alone. It is usually warm during archery seasons, so meat care is a big issue. I'll send you a PM with an area that held elk last time I was in it, but I suggest you also contact the ODFW biologist for verification and probably other ideas.
Either species is big and a real load if alone. It is usually warm during archery seasons, so meat care is a big issue. I'll send you a PM with an area that held elk last time I was in it, but I suggest you also contact the ODFW biologist for verification and probably other ideas.
Once I get a few areas sorted out I'm going to do as much scouting as possible and I'll definitely hunt as much as possible in the middle of the week. Thats exactly what I did out here in California where all the public land can fit in the palm of your hand it was much better than hunting on weekends. Thank you so much. I appreciate the help.
Wow if thats the cost for military I'd come just for the scenery and advanture. Shooting a bull would just be plus.
badgerbob
Active Member
My Grandson is in the Military. His home state is Washington. He hunted with me this past year. I bought his license and tags for him. They charged me resident rates and said he needed to carry his military ID. They never even asked for prof, but did say if he wasn't in military and official checked him, it was a big fine. So you should be good to go in Oregon. Good luck and thanks for your service..BB