kazpilot25 Report post Posted March 28, 2017 After many years of waiting, I finally drew my very first bull elk tag. I'll be hunting bull elk in 5BS in September, and I can't wait! With that being said, I don't know jack squat about that unit. I've hunted in 6A, but never ventured over into 5BS. From what I understand, the majority of the hunters will be around Hutch Mountain, but so will a majority of elk. If anyone has some pointers to get me started in the right direction I'd definitely appreciate the help. I can offer up some knowledge on other units, just not this one. Thanks guys! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shedhunteraz Report post Posted March 28, 2017 Get out and learn the country. Get some miles on your feet this spring and into summer. Find the cow herds and you will be just fine. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruthunter Report post Posted March 28, 2017 I've killed multiple bulls over the years in 5bs. IMO one of those units that holds a ton elk in just about every part of the unit. Expect alot of 250"-300" type bulls and a few that will go 340"+. Long lake, soldier annex etc are all great areas to scout. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metau Report post Posted March 28, 2017 I'd recommend volunteering for the youth turkey camp in 6A as there will be kids there with OTC tags for 5B. Great way to help the next generation of hunters and start to learn the unit. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kazpilot25 Report post Posted March 28, 2017 I've killed multiple bulls over the years in 5bs. IMO one of those units that holds a ton elk in just about every part of the unit. Expect alot of 250"-300" type bulls and a few that will go 340"+. Long lake, soldier annex etc are all great areas to scout. That's exactly what I've heard. There are a ton of elk, just not many that are huge. I'm actually good with that since it's my first bull hunt. I wanted something where I'd have some action almost every day. I'm not after a monster this time around, just something respectable and a good time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IA Born Report post Posted March 28, 2017 I'd recommend volunteering for the youth turkey camp in 6A as there will be kids there with OTC tags for 5B. Great way to help the next generation of hunters and start to learn the unit. This right here, too. We need mentors and those of us who have taken kids out can point you in directions in 5BS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creed Report post Posted March 28, 2017 Pick a spot and there will be elk there. If size of animal is not an issue then you will have opportunity all the time. I passed on 8 bulls 35-50 yards last year. I got too picky and came home empty but had an absolute blast. It is my favorite unit. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jazz Report post Posted March 29, 2017 The kids got this unit for Jr.s Cow. We're going to be spending a lot of time in this unit come August/Sept. - I've never really hunted here. Spend a few weekends at some hotspots and I'm sure it'll come together. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Report post Posted March 29, 2017 I say, borrow a quad in August and get to know the meadows and waterholes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CatfishKev Report post Posted March 29, 2017 I say somebody that knows this unit well, help this guy out! I'd help buddy but never been there. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MULEPACKHUNTER Report post Posted March 29, 2017 If you go to the next bcha pint night on April 19 I'll have some first hand info for you. I had a bout 9000 photos, 10 days of scouting and 10 days hunting that tag. I'll be scouting 5bn a bunch this year also. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CatfishKev Report post Posted March 29, 2017 If you go to the next bcha pint night on April 19 I'll have some first hand info for you. I had a bout 9000 photos, 10 days of scouting and 10 days hunting that tag. I'll be scouting 5bn a bunch this year also. Thaswassup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azpredator@work Report post Posted March 29, 2017 I'll be out there hunting as well. New unit for me too! I love learning a new unit, meeting and speaking with other hunters that have hunted it in the past and the anxiety leading up to opening day. I'll be heading there as soon as my flatline map arrives. Good luck - stay in touch if you like. Wade Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
300RUM Report post Posted March 29, 2017 I have taken 2 bulls and a few cows in the unit, all archery. I don't hunt around Hutch Mountain. Take a look at the NW corner of the unit. You say you are familiar with 6A so you have probably seen huge groups of elk in Mormon Lake. If the group is at the SE end of the lake it will cross Lake Mary road into the NW corner of 5B S when it is done feeding. I have also hunted down in the south end of the unit and found good spots. I know some people who come in off the 87 side and do well over there. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BugleChaser Report post Posted March 29, 2017 It's been several years since I've been in or hunted 5BS, but will gladly share what I remember. PM me if you wish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
