Young Bull Elk Gather in Secret Location to Spar
After hiking in western Montana, biologist Craig Jourdonnais has accidentally stumbled upon a somewhat secret locale that the young bull elok seem to be using as an octagon-inspired proving ground for the upcoming rut. Gently clashing with each other, Jourdonnaise says he had over 200 videos depicting the young elk gathering at the location on […]
Coyote Urine and Decoys Not Enough to Keep Elk off Oregon Golf Course
The thought of having a hundred-or-so elk roaming on a property is something many of us may dream about. Beholding these majestic creatures in an 8th Wonder of the World-sort of manner is something common among hunters and outdoor enthusiasts and with good reason. For one Oregon golf course, however, the herd of animals is […]
CWD Found in Wyoming Cow Elk
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has diagnosed chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a cow elk that was found dead in southeast Washakie County. CHEYENNE (RELEASE)- The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has diagnosed chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a cow elk that was found dead in southeast Washakie County. The elk was found about 30 […]
Wisconsin DNR Sets 31 Elk Free in Flambeau River State Forest
Swinging the doors open to awe and wonder that is the Flambeau River State Forest, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource officials have officially released 31 elk into the wild. The “Class of 2017”, as they are so aptly referred to, were released earlier this month after patiently undergoing the prescribed acclimation period. During this time, […]
Trail Camera Captures Second Elk Calf Born in West Virginia
An exciting announcement came at the end of June as the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced that it had confirmed the first elk calf born in the state in about 150 years. While wildlife officials were fairly confident that another calf might be roaming the area as well, they never expected to get […]
WSU Elk Hoof Disease Committee has first meeting
PULLMAN, Wash. (RELEASE) – WSU College of Veterinary Medicine Dean Bryan Slinker has convened the first Elk Hoof Disease committee meeting as a follow-up to funded legislation that directs WSU’s research engagement with respect to EHD. “Washington taxpayers and the Legislature made it clear, EHD is a priority disease issue,” said Slinker. “Together they fully […]
This Bull Elk Has One Thing On His Mind
With a hunter holding a camera, nothing can seemingly shake this bulls attention from the cow he is chasing. As the rut heats up, this hunter got up close and personal with the pair of elk and captured some great footage in the process.
Virginia Man Who Poached Eight Animals Slapped with Jail Time, Fines
Without a license, without any attempt to preserve the meat and without any dignity at all, a Virginia man who poached over half a dozen animals has finally had his day in court. Toward the end of last month, the accused, Nelson Drummond, sat in front of the Honorable Judge Henry Barringer of the Buchanan […]
Idaho Winter Kill Less Than Expected for Mule Deer, Elk
After challenging winter conditions ravaged the western United States last season, results are beginning to pour in from mortality studies in the various western states. Idaho, in particular, is showing better results than previously expected. Despite being the second-lowest winter survival in nearly 20 years, officials with the Idaho Fish and Game Department report that […]
First Elk Born in West Virginia in 150 Years
In a true conservation milestone, an elk calf was born in West Virginia for the first time in roughly 150 years. Reintroduced into the Mountain State in December 2016, this is the first confirmed calf to have been born in West Virginia and is a promising sign for the species’ reintroduction into their former eastern […]