Wyoming 2014 Elk unit 24; any "heads up"? Much appreciated.

[lappel65]

I drew a WY Elk unit 24 tag for 2014. I typically hunt solo. I plan to be there in early September for archery/scouting and rifle October 1-14 if necessary. My best bull to date is possibly a 320. I would really like to better that score.
If anyone has experienced elk hunting in this unit, I would much appreciate a little heads up on where to get started.
Also, after taking elk, dressing/cutting/bagging it, I will need to have assistance packing it out.
If you are aware of any horse packers [for a fee, of course], that information would also be appreciated.
Thank you,
Larry
619-721-9236

 

[MWScott72]

Lots of roads in that unit (or so I've been told - never hunted there). With a good dose of scouting and some luck, you should be able to better your 320. No guarantee, but definitely possible.

 

[lappel65]

Thanks for the positive feedback MWScott72. That's why it's called hunting.

 

[30Hart]

It'd be hard to pass any 300 class bull in 24...lots of 5's and small 6's taken by hunters. There are a few good ones there though, just like any Wyoming unit limited or general, but def no guarantee for better than 300 there...just giving you a gauge of what to expect is on the mountain...more time you have to hunt the better chance you'll have at finder a keeper...good luck.

 

[Topgun 30-06]

At least about 95% of 24 is public land that can be hunted, but as stated above getting one much over 300" will take some time and luck.

 

[lappel65]

Thanks 30Hart and Topgun 30-06. I was hoping to hear that it was a higher quality hunt than that, but, it's always better to hear the truth. Time I have, and, I have been known to get lucky. LOL

 

[OregonJim]

Larry,
I drew that tag as well.
We need to meet for a cup of Dutch Bros, I'll be departing from Curry County.
I'll be scouting it at least once this summer.
I don't think I'll get out there until the last week of Archery but we can exchange some info.
Jim