I have drawn a tag for unit 61 for bulls. I'm wondering if you have any ideas on where the herd is at this time of year and if they are still considered to be higher in elevation right now or if they are starting to migrate out to the desert. We are hunting in the spencer area of unit 61( porcupine pass, west camas creek, Alex draw, aspen draw, Pete creek, etc) close to the Montana line. Thanks
Answer:
Most of the elk migration will not happen until late Novemeber or December. Elk could also be found at any elevation this time of year. They will seek out areas with good security cover and good forage until snow and cold temperatures push them out of those areas towards their winter range. Through past research IDFG has observed most of the elk in the western part of unit 61 will winter in Montana, while most of those in the eastern part of the unit will winter near the St. Anthony sand dunes.
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Friday, November 7, 2014 - 12:45 PM MST