Eastman's Hunting TV Season 13 Episode 11 Bowhunting the Montana Elk Rut, 2016
- July 17, 2017
- 22 min
Bowhunting the Montana Elk Rut, 2016 is the eleventh episode of the thirteenth season of Eastman's Hunting TV. This episode is set in Montana during the peak of the elk rut, when bulls are aggressively competing for mates.
The episode follows host Mike Eastman and his team as they embark on a challenging bowhunting expedition to hunt elk during the rut. Eastman's team includes his son, Guy, and friend Brian Barney, both experienced hunters.
The team begins by scouting the area and looking for signs of elk, such as tracks, droppings, and rubs. They also use bugles and cow calls to attract elk and locate their position. Once they find a promising spot, they set up a blind and wait for the elk to approach.
The first day of the hunt proves to be challenging, as the elk are unresponsive to their calls and stay hidden in the thick vegetation. However, the team's persistence pays off on the second day, as they hear a bull bugling in the distance. They quickly move towards its position and set up the blind.
As they wait, the team hears more bugling, indicating there are several bulls in the area. The tension rises as they hear the sound of hooves approaching, and soon a group of bulls comes into view. Eastman and his team patiently wait for the perfect shot opportunity, as they observe the bulls competing for the cows.
The intense action culminates in a thrilling bowhunting moment as Eastman takes a shot at a massive bull elk. The team then tracks the wounded elk and finally finds it, bringing a successful end to their hunt.
Throughout the episode, viewers learn about the behavior and habits of elk during the rut, as well as techniques used by professional hunters to attract and engage elk in the wild.
Overall, this episode of Eastman's Hunting TV provides an exciting and informative look at the challenges and rewards of bowhunting during the Montana elk rut. It is a must-watch for hunting enthusiasts and those interested in learning more about these majestic animals.