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Oregon has 130,000 elk. That's not a rumor — it's one of the largest herds in the country. But most non-residents either overlook it or misunderstand what it actually offers. If you're building a Western elk strategy, this is the episode that puts Oregon in the right place. We break down both sides of the state — Roosevelt elk on the west side of the Cascades, Rocky Mountain elk to the east — and walk through exactly what the draw looks like depending on how many points you're carrying. From zero-point opportunities all the way into the 20-plus-point elite units, Oregon has more range than most people realize. The deadline to apply is May 15, so if this is on your radar, the window is closing fast. What we get into: • Why Oregon is built for opportunity — and what that means for trophy expectations • The Rocky Mountain units pushing 320, 350, and even 360 inches of antler (and what it takes to draw them) • Why unit 58 might be the best mid-range value in the whole state for non-residents • Roosevelt elk 101 — why they hunt differently, where the public land actually is, and which units are worth your time • A full breakdown of what's realistic with zero, four, and ten-plus points for both species and both weapon types • The non-resident cost breakdown — and why Oregon's 10-to-1 resident/non-resident split is actually one of the fairer ones in the West If you're serious about applying, subscribe so you don't miss the over-the-counter breakdown coming later this summer.
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