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Forest Restoration in Spanish Peaks, Colorado - How RMEF is Restoring Elk Country

The Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area focused on enhancing winter forage quantity and quality by thinning overstocked and beetle-killed trees within a swath of grassland and bordering aspen stands. RMEF funds went toward removing young ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir that both clogged up the forest floor and served as dangerous ladder fuels for potential large wildfires. The resulting treatment greatly enhanced elk forage, reduced the possibility of pine beetle infestation and improved overall forest health.

Gear 101 - Nosler Ballistics Explained

Look into ammunition long enough, and you’ll eventually hear the term “ballistic coefficient” or “BC.” We’re going to give a quick primer on BC and why it matters in hunting situations. A bullet with a high ballistic coefficient (or BC) like Nosler’s Accubond Long Range, has its advantages, but BC is oftentimes misunderstood.

Hunting Is Conservation - Hunting Helped Establish the Conservation Movement

Conservation is defined as the “planned management of a natural resource to prevent exploitation, destruction or neglect.” America’s timeline shows hunters have played an integral role in the establishment of our nation’s land and wildlife conservation ethic.

Gear 101 - Eberlestock Vapor Series

The Eberlestock Vapor Pack lives up to its name as an ultralight, ultra-minimalist backcountry hunting pack. With the largest of the three options tipping the scales at only 2.35 pounds, the Vapor series will get you deep into the backcountry without weighing you down.

Gear 101 - Nosler Bullet Lineup

Nosler's lineup of premium-grade hunting bullets cover all the bases, with several offerings specifically designed for the needs of today's big game hunter. Nosler currently donates a portion of the proceeds from the sale of five partition bullets to benefit RMEF’s mission and is adding 11 loadings of ammunition to increase their support of RMEF’s mission.

Raymond Mountain, Wyoming - onX Public Access Project

Working in partnership with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and others, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation assisted with the purchase of an access agreement on land that separates the Groo Canyon trail from U.S. Highway 30 north of Cokeville near the Wyoming-Idaho border.

Gear 101 - Mathews Archery Tips

When you take up any pursuit, you want to be as proficient as possible. In archery elk hunting, you need to be a good enough to send that arrow into the boiler room in the heat of the moment. Here are some basic guidelines to keep in mind as you’re striving to beef up your shooting skills.

Gear 101 - Mathews Bow Maintenance

If you prioritize cleaning and maintenance, a bow can last you forever, or at least 30 years. Even if you like to upgrade to the latest and greatest every five or ten years, keeping your current bow clean and maintained will ensure it’s always ready to perform at a top level in the elk woods when it matters.

Quality First - An RMEF Film

With 70 years of accrued experience, Nosler delivers the worlds finest bullets, ammunition, rifles and brass. Building the most innovative, accurate, and effective products in the industry is spawned from a dedication to quality.

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Weatherby, Inc.® introduces the new Mark V® Hunter

General | December 7, 2021

Weatherby, Inc.® introduces the new Mark V® Hunter to its premium bolt-action line. Bringing a wealth of chamberings to the legendary Weatherby Mark V platform, […]

Daines Receives First-Ever RMEF Excellence in Advocacy Award

Conservation , News Releases | December 7, 2021

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, a long-time leader in advocacy that engages with appointed and elected officials at the state, local and […]

Forest Restoration in Spanish Peaks, Colorado – How RMEF is Restoring Elk Country

Restoring Elk Country | December 6, 2021

With more than 15,000 elk, the Trinchera herd is among the largest in the state. The mighty Spanish Peaks northwest of Trinidad jut like a […]

Wyoming Game and Fish Commission Approves Tri-state Grizzly Management Plan

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission took the first step in the process […]

What’s the Difference Between CWD and EHD?

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The EHD outbreak that occurred over summer and fall in Idaho has […]

Oregon Ranch, RMEF Contribute to Healthy Elk Habitat

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release issued by the Longview Ranch. A grass-fed cattle ranch located in picturesque central Oregon, Longview Ranch maintains 30,000 acres of […]

No Sleigh Rides Among Utah Elk This Winter

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Drought this past spring and summer led to some of the lowest hay […]

Kansas Offers Free CWD Testing

General | December 3, 2021

Below are portions of a news release from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Deer hunters across Kansas can have deer they harvest during […]

Help Catch Elk Poachers in Montana, New Mexico

General | December 3, 2021

Game wardens with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are seeking information on two elk recently dumped near Gallatin Gateway, a small town just southwest of […]

Great American Outdoors Act Paying Big Dividends

Conservation | December 3, 2021

In an effort to raise awareness about one of the most important conservation landmarks in recent memory, the U.S. Forest Service recently unveiled a story […]

Idaho Allots 1,527 Tags for CWD Surveillance Hunts

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release issued by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. Idaho Fish and Game will offer 1,527 deer tags for Chronic […]

Colorado Biologists Hit the Skies to Assess Elk, Deer Herds

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release issued by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Beginning Dec. 6, 2021, Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists will assess deer and […]

Help Shape the Future of Hunting in Arizona

General | December 3, 2021

Below is a news release from the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s proposed recommendations for 2022 pronghorn, elk, fall […]

Information Sought in Two Idaho Elk Poaching Cases

General | December 3, 2021

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game needs your help solving two elk poaching cases roughly 400 miles apart. The first incident (above photo) took […]