University of Elk Hunting

10-time World Elk Calling Champion, Corey Jacobsen, shares his 35+ years of in-depth elk hunting experience and wisdom in the University of Elk Hunting. “There isn’t anything I’ve learned about elk hunting that I won’t share in this course,” says Jacobsen. These videos will set you up to experience the thrill of the hunt and the thrill of success!

If you want to be successful, you need a plan including setting goals, understanding costs, acquiring elk tags and bonus points, developing strategies and other key elements, whether doing it yourself or going with an outfitter.

Scouting is key, but do you actually need to put boots on the ground to do so? Corey shares knowledge and resources to help you get the lay of the land.

It is essential to be prepared, to put in the work to find and pack out an elk. You will be a better elk hunter if you’re in better shape, both physically and mentally.

Your hunting gear increases your safety, comfort, efficiency and success while chasing elk. Corey also unveils the list of items he carries in his pack.

As a 10-time RMEF world elk calling champion, Corey demonstrates his acquired skills and examines different elk calls, diaphragms, tips and tactics to be successful in the field.

The more you know about elk behavior and habits, thermals and wind currents, the better your chances of success.

Using a bow or rifle and the season you're hunting are all key factors in finding elk. Corey shares glassing, calling, hiking and other tactics, including when to stay put and when to move.

Your elk hunt set up, especially during the rut, is the critical link that opens the door to opportunity or disappointment.

Calling elk is Corey's favorite part of the hunt. Practice and understanding elk vocalizations open the door to quality elk encounters.

Calling is the number-one go-to for bringing in elk but what if that does not work? Corey walks through other strategies including the importance of being versatile while hunting.

Overcoming challenges while chasing elk leads to great satisfaction. Mother nature and human influence provide multiple obstacles.

There will be little to no success without a proven ability to track an animal. It is especially critical when a blood trail is spare or nonexistent.

The real work begins once an elk is down. Removing and caring for the meat, before packing it out, is essential.

Knowing your limitations before pulling the trigger and having a plan in place for removing the meat are critically important to cap a successful hunt.

Randy Newberg shares his knowledge about elk and elk behavior during the five seasons of elk hunting, with specific focus on the post-rut and late season when the majority of elk hunts take place.