The Nevada Department of Wildlife’s big game draw is open through 11 p.m. May 7. Hunters have a short window left to apply for limited tags. For newcomers, the process can feel overwhelming — from ...

I’ve hunted elk on public ground across the West for 25 years. I’ve made incredible memories, learned a lot, and punched more tags than I deserve. But I’ve also seen a lot change over that quarter ...

This story, “Elk Hunting with the Crowds” was originally published in the October 1984 issue of Outdoor Life. Elk hunting is commonly perceived as a backcountry scenario where the hunter and elk are ...