DIY for Nevada Elk

Rx · Mar 31, 2020

Putting as a Non Resident for Nevada..question to ask
Does one really need a guide or can I pull this off on my own?

Love to get your opinion.

Kris

Hunt4more · Mar 31, 2020

diy opening day 2017. Never set foot in that country until two days prior to the season opening. Blessed and grateful. You can do it.

Live2hunt1 · Mar 31, 2020

GO DIY.

Outdoordan · Mar 31, 2020

You are very optimistic for a first-year application. Considering the draw odds, I'd say you have a few years to decide it.

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

I have a few points but I just can’t afford a guide.. got enough for a TAG if I’m luck enough to draw!

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

BeastN said:
diy opening day 2017. Never set foot in that country until two days prior to the season opening. Blessed and grateful. You can do it.

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Nice work. What a beast!

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

Live2hunt1 said:
GO DIY.

Thanks for the reply

mickeyelk · Apr 1, 2020

yes go for it.

buckhorn · Apr 1, 2020

Kris
No you do not really need a guide. Especially if you can’t afford one.
However big Bulls typically do not come easy on any of the Nevada hunts.
Having a guide that is experarea would definitely increase your odds for success.
What is your physical ability?
What weapon type and seasons are you considering?
What areas will you be applying for?
What class of bull are you wanting?
How many non-resident points do you have?
How much time will you have to spend for the hunt?
These are all important questions to consider when a person is deciding whether they need to hire a guide or not.
The odds of a nonresident drawing a bull elk tag in Nevada are very slim. Especially with not many points.
If you think you may need a guide you might consider saving your money so when you eventually do draw you can afford to hire one.
Have you checked into what guides are typically charging for an elk hunt these days?

Outdoordan · Apr 1, 2020

OK. I have 17 points now and haven't drawn, but I am picky on the tag. Good luck and shoot straight!

Bwht4x4 · Apr 1, 2020

Like Dan I'm at 18 points and only put in for the best archery hunts. I don't even apply for rifle or muzzy hunts since they're all way too late IMO.

As for needing a guide...I'd say you don't. I've been in NV on a few hunts and with a bit of scouting and effort great elk can be found. Easier though on the earlier archery hunts.

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

buckhorn said:
Kris
No you do not really need a guide. Especially if you can’t afford one.
However big Bulls typically do not come easy on any of the Nevada hunts.
Having a guide that is experarea would definitely increase your odds for success.
What is your physical ability?
What weapon type and seasons are you considering?
What areas will you be applying for?
What class of bull are you wanting?
How many non-resident points do you have?
How much time will you have to spend for the hunt?
These are all important questions to consider when a person is deciding whether they need to hire a guide or not.
The odds of a nonresident drawing a bull elk tag in Nevada are very slim. Especially with not many points.
If you think you may need a guide you might consider saving your money so when you eventually do draw you can afford to hire one.
Have you checked into what guides are typically charging for an elk hunt these days?

I don’t have many points but I really can’t afford a guide. They are running about 5 to 7 k.. can’t do this especially now with possible economic down turn
I would be hunting Archery and I can locate them pretty good..
I just wanted to get a feel, since I would go in blind not know a single section of that area.
I really appreciate you taking the time to help me making a sound decision?
Kris

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

Bwht4x4 said:
Like Dan I'm at 18 points and only put in for the best archery hunts. I don't even apply for rifle or muzzy hunts since they're all way too late IMO.

As for needing a guide...I'd say you don't. I've been in NV on a few hunts and with a bit of scouting and effort great elk can be found. Easier though on the earlier archery hunts.

Right on! Bwht4x4

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

You guys are just awesome.
Thank you and stay healthy

Bwht4x4 · Apr 1, 2020

Rx said:
Right on! Bwht4x4

I think the most important thing you can do is apply for the best elk hunts NV has to offer. The best units will have the best opportunity to kill a good to great bull DIY! Here's me and a buddy unguided in 2014. Both are archery bulls with one from UT and the other from NV. They're not giants that both units are known for, but we did it without a guide, had a blast and saved $10k to $12k in guide fees!!!

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

Bwht4x4 said:
I think the most important thing you can do is apply for the best elk hunts NV has to offer. The best units will have the best opportunity to kill a good to great bull DIY! Here's me and a buddy unguided in 2014. Both are archery bulls with one from UT and the other from NV. They're not giants that both units are known for, but we did it without a guide, had a blast and saved $10k to $12k in guide fees!!!

Right on Bwht4x4.. thats what I'm talking about!
I don't need a giant.. I just need an opportunity..
Thanks for your encouragement!

Sliverflipper · Apr 1, 2020

You can definitely do it on your own. Never hired a guide and between me and my family/friends have taken multiple bulls.

Rx · Apr 1, 2020

Sliverflipper said:
You can definitely do it on your own. Never hired a guide and between me and my family/friends have taken multiple bulls.View attachment 4377

Damn nice bull silverflipper
Thank you for the encouragement

BeDawg · Apr 5, 2020

You will most likely get a bigger bull going guided. Saying that, going DIY is always more fulfilling in my opinion. I went DIY archery elk NV and got one opening day I was very pleased with.