How To Kill Elk On Public Land Every Year - Elk Hunting Tips & Tactics

I’m Matt Hartsky, and I founded Backbone Unlimited to help you hunt harder, train smarter, and live relentless. With 33 years of Western big game hunting and 29 years as a professional strength, conditioning, and nutrition coach, I share the tactics, training, and mindset that lead to success—on the mountain and in life. This brand is about more than elk and mule deer. It’s about living with backbone in a world full of excuses—crushing limits and refusing to quit. After losing my oldest son to suicide, I made it my mission to help anyone struggling with mental health and to build a community of hunters who push each other forward. When you join Team Backbone, you get direct coaching from me, a private group of like-minded hunters, an exclusive monthly shirt, 20% off gear, giveaways, and member-only content to help you sharpen your edge. Join us at BackboneUnlimited.com and let’s Train Harder, Hunt Smarter and Never Settle. CHAPTERS: 0:00 – Top Elk Hunting Tips from 33 Years in the Field 0:34 – Tip 1: Scout Hard, Scout Smart 1:35 – Tip 2: Understand Elk Behavior 2:28 – Tip 3: Learn to Read Elk Sign 3:35 – Tip 4: Hunt Peak Activity Times 4:13 – Tip 5: Master Shooting Proficiency 5:24 – Tip 6: Prioritize Physical Fitness 6:34 – Tip 7: Get Far from Roads 7:17 – Tip 8: Stay Mobile and Cover Ground 7:52 – Tip 9: Glass from Vantage Points 9:32 – Tip 10: Develop Elk Calling Skills 10:28 – Tip 11: Master Wind and Scent Control 11:17 – Tip 12: Be Patient and Persistent 12:02 – Tip 13: Learn from Experienced Hunters 13:01 – Tip 14: Reflect and Adapt After Every Hunt Want to consistently tag elk on public land? In this video, Matt Hartsky from Backbone Unlimited shares 14 proven elk hunting tips and tactics from over 33 years of real-world elk hunting experience. Whether you’re hunting archery or rifle, these strategies will help you find more elk, make better shots, and increase your success year after year. If you're looking for how to hunt elk on public land, this video delivers the exact insights you need. It’s packed with DIY elk hunting tips that work whether you're deep in the backcountry or just getting started closer to the road. From elk hunting strategies for beginners to advanced archery elk hunting tactics and rifle season techniques, you'll learn how to find elk in the mountains, read fresh sign, and make smart moves based on pressure and terrain. These are practical, real-world western elk hunting tips—including the elk scouting tips that matter most and the elk hunting mistakes to avoid that cost people their shot. #ElkHunting #PublicLandHunting #BackcountryHunting