A majestic symbol of the great outdoors, elk are widely admired nationwide. They inhabit some of the most rugged and beautiful areas of North America, lending spectacular backdrops to the award-winning photography that illustrates this volume. Like no other book before, Elk offers a complete introduction to the world of the North American elk. From habits to habitats, Erwin Bauer provides extensive coverage including the elk's ancestors and evolution, range, diet, behavior and instincts, physical characteristics, predators, and conservation issues. The Bauers capture elk in every season and in many environments from Yellowstone National Park to the Canadian wilderness. They chronicle the creation of such organizations as the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the National Elk Refuge, and present readers with more than 100 gorgeous color photos, historical black-and-white images, and a range map. Elk is the source for complete details on this regal wild creature.

A perfect day on a magical lake filled with fish. The smell of pine trees, the bright sunshine, a nice breeze: the stage is set for a great adventure! Join Luke at his grandparents' lake cabin, tucked way back in the woods, as he experiences an amazing morning of fishing. Luke has to find the hot spots, pick the right lures, and chase a lunker that steals his lucky Basserino. It's the kind of morning anyone who's ever held a rod dreams of!

-- Takes a complete look at life cycle and behavior. -- Examines the past and prospects for the future.

The epic life story of the Native American holy man who has inspired millions around the world

"An unprecedented account of the shaman's world and the way it is entered." STANLEY KRIPPNER, PH.D., coauthor of 'Personal Mythology: The Psychology of Your Evolving Self' and 'Healing States' "Black Elk opens the Lakota sacred hoop to a comic

This book has long been a standard resource for both beginning and experienced elk hunters. The book covers all of the essentials, including preseason conditioning, scouting, bugling, the elk camp, the use of horses, and much more. Additional sections on the natural history of elk, game management, and elk lore continue to make this the most comprehensive elk hunting guide available.

Have you ever dreamt of heading out West to chase elk? Or maybe you've been hunting elk without as much luck as you'd like to have. With twenty-plus years of elk hunting experience, learning the hard way how to ensure success each season, my goal is to help the new hunter shorten that learning curve. Do you understand preference points, know what a location bugle is, and have a Plan A, B and C in place for any elk hunting encounter? While it's impossible to cover every detail that makes for a successful hunt, this book gives you to tools to understand the basics and the resources to further your elk education.

Adventure's Editor for Petersen's Bowhunting Patrick Meitin brings together over two decades of guiding and outfitting experience in his new book Bowhunting Modern Elk. From tried and true strategies to a state-by state breakdown of where the best bulls live, Patrick shares all of his hard earned secrets and techniques used to harvest today's elk with archery equipment.

Elk talk, the language, and "Elk Talk", the book, together form the new revolution in the elk hunting world. Elk talk, the language, is a complete calling system of cow talk, calf talk, and bull talk which lures elk to within rifle, bow, or camera range. It works on all elk. It works in all seasons. And it worked in every part of the northern Rockies. "Elk Talk", the book, tells you everything you need to know about this calling system. The book covers hunting strategies, and it describes the habitat and lifestyle of the premier big game animal in North America. This book is a must for the novice or veteran elk hunter. It increases your odds for success and your enjoyment of the elk hunting world.

So many dream hunts involve elk, and yet so often those dreams don't come true because of excessive expense, or just plain not knowing where to go. But Elk Hunting Montana can make the hunt a reality by offering a thorough and detailed explanation of where to find public access in Big Sky, and also find good elk. If you're the do-it-yourself hunter who's resourceful and willing to give the boots a workout, this book helps you plan for success in a state known for good bulls and a lot of public acreage. Author Jack Ballard is a long-time Montana resident and elk hunter, and lives by the information he provides.