Topo Maps for Elk Hunting: 7 Tips You NEED to Know! скачать в хорошем качестве

Topo Maps for Elk Hunting: 7 Tips You NEED to Know!

Are you getting ready for your elk hunt this fall? In this video, Trails breaks down 7 essential tips for using topographic (topo) maps to maximize your success in the field. Whether you're e-scouting from your desktop or navigating ridgelines in the backcountry, these tips will help you read terrain like a seasoned hunter. What You'll Learn: How to read contour lines and understand terrain steepness Finding glassing points, ridge lines, and canyon bottoms Identifying benches and saddles — prime elk bedding and travel areas Evaluating slope direction (north vs. south/east facing) and its impact on vegetation and thermals How topo maps reveal water sources critical for elk and mule deer Using topo maps to plan efficient hiking routes Too many hunters overlook these e-scouting fundamentals. Trails walks you through real-world examples so you can apply these insights directly to your unit. #ElkHunting #Escouting #TopoMaps #HuntingTips #PublicLandHunting Subscribe to GOHUNT on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2nLtvHR Learn more about GOHUNT here: http://hunt.link/3DKSZwm Download The GOHUNT App: https://hunt.link/3rk8GF4 Follow us on Social Media:   / gohuntofficial     / gohunt     / gohunt   Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Topo Maps for E-Scouting 01:04 - What is a Topo Map? Understanding Contour Lines 02:28 - Reading Terrain: Steep vs. Gentle Slopes 03:01 - Finding Glassing Points and High Peaks 04:31 - Identifying Ridge Lines and Canyon Bottoms 06:17 - Locating Benches for Elk Bedding Areas 07:17 - Understanding Saddles and Animal Movement 08:41 - Analyzing Slope Direction and Aspect 10:30 - Seasonal Hunting: Using Slopes for Different Times 11:25 - Identifying Water Sources on Topo Maps 12:23 - Route Planning with Topographic Maps 13:20 - Conclusion and Final Tips