Bull elk are the real pros when it comes to bugling and translating cow calls. Follow their lead. Read Next: How to Hunt Elk, the Ultimate Guide. Q&A: How to Call Elk Like One of the World’s Top ...

A priced-right three-pack, these calls will create real bull and cow sounds. The Black Magic-my favorite—requires very little air to get crisp, clean bugles and quality cow talk.

Callers make a variety of cow, calf and bull elk sounds and are judged on skill, delivery and realism. “You’re trying to make the elk come to you, or in competition, ...

A Vernonia man was named the world’s best professional elk caller at the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s 2024 World Elk Calling Championships held this week in Big Sky, Montana.

After honing his elk calling skills and competing for years, a Vernonia, Oregon man has cinched the top prize this year, beating out a 10-time winner and another previous title holder.

Larger, more mature bull elk tend to gather cow elk by the dozen, increasing their chances of passing on their genes. But don't expect this time of the year to be drama-free.