HOW FAR DO ELK TRAVEL IN 24 HOURS - MOST HUNTERS GET THIS WRONG | 🎙️ EP. 159

Backbone Unlimited Podcast · Apr 5, 2026 · 19m

In this episode Matt Hartsky breaks down one of the most common questions in elk hunting—how far elk actually travel in a 24-hour period—and why most hunters get this wrong. Many assume elk are constantly covering miles of country, and that belief leads to poor positioning, unnecessary movement, and missed opportunities on public land. Drawing from more than 34 years of Western hunting experience, Matt explains why elk movement is far more controlled and predictable than most people think. He walks through how terrain, bedding security, feeding areas, wind, and hunting pressure all shape how…