Hunting New Mexico Elk at 2 Yards with Randy Newberg (OYOA S3 E4)

Hunting New Mexico archery elk with Randy Newberg. Episode 4 from Season 3 of On Your Own Adventures shows Randy stalking a big bull elk to two yards. Big fun, big bull.
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[@vfrsimulations8933]

"I'm not going to take a shot, that's out of range, no matter how big that bull is" - Randy Newberg , that's great quote!

[@nickb8618]

That was awesome to watch I couldn’t imagine having that bull at two yards! Omg once in a lifetime

[@nategaris3457]

That was one of the coolest things I have ever seen. I think you are the epitome of a true ethical hunter. Thank you so much for taking me with you on your journeys.

[@robertstewart8681]

Randy, Your show and videos are pure class. I wish I was healthy enough to hunt with you. I am permanently disabled and hearing impaired so the only hunting is on a hunting channel. Your ethics and mine match so well but I can only dream. My best to you sir and happy hunting SEMPER FI

[@dki8]

That was OUTSTANDING Randy. Packing that meat is why I watch you. Way to go Sportsman!

[@gohunting13]

Thanks for the great video and showing great hunter ethics !! That's what we were teaching in hunter ed

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching. And thanks for teaching the hunters of tomorrow. My deepest respect to you.

[@KDOGGER11]

That was awesome! "What happened?" Thought the same thing, he wore that arrow. DIY hunting, the only way to go. Love the trend in hunting shows these days. You guys are ambassadors for the average hunter, we're not in it for the kill but for the hunt and the meat. All my hunting here in western Wisconsin is on public, with my first OTC Colorado elk hunt planned for this fall.

[@Slider6294]

I may get back up to WI for deer hunting this year! Where do you go, generally?

[@KDOGGER11]

@@Slider6294 hey man, up in the Polk County area. There's better areas a ways south though if you're open to travel. Swamps and thick areas work best for me. Typically either really big and you can stretch out and find a spot away from people. Or really small and its over looked. I've had better luck with small out of fhe way spots. And you can speed scout through a bunch in a short period of time.

[@Slider6294]

@@KDOGGER11 How ironic--I spend some time up in Iron River! Never hunted up there. My deer hunting was always around Shawano, at least growing up. Like Randy, I prefer public land but it can be challenging when you're not in the West.

[@bradfordtolleson4608]

All I got is WOW Randy. Nothing but class. You’re ethics are beyond reproach. Exciting to watch all your videos.

[@dki8]

That was HARD JOB! Thank God for great examples like you.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Wow that was awesome! I couldn't imagine spotting an stalking an elk in open country like that with a bow and get within two yards. Sweet deal indeed.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Glad you liked it.

[@archeryelkhunter]

I have watched this video numerous times!! Awesome video Randy!

[@bifurcat3dduplicatus96]

That was such an awesome hunt. Randy’s one of my favorite hunters of all time.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@TheSchmuel]

Really awesome Elk. Great spot and stalk. That is not easy on Elk!

[@barrytruog4879]

Saw some of the biggest bulls during an archery hunt there years ago. Recognize the area without knowing the unit #. I admire you for not taking the shot on that dandy bull. Best of luck in the future. I really enjoy all you do for the wild rocky mountain elk.

[@craigwebb6951]

Good one randy exciting hunt well done

[@SKYHAWK0115]

Mercy....What a shot Randy. Your have lucky on your side. Cool opportunity for a shot !

[@jimgallagher5785]

I'm glad that you thanked the One who made it all possible, nice going.

[@q-man762]

Nice to see you got him with a Bear razor head, old school 👍

[@mrblueskynm3968]

This video is probably my favorite elk hunting KZbin video of all time. That's my way of hunting, both ethically and hunting big bulls in open country. What a great job all around! Looking forward to more of your hunts. Keep em coming!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Glad you liked it. Hope we continue to provide information and stories you find compelling.

[@climb.grimey]

You're a really great hunter Randy... I really respect the respect you have for the animals

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thank you and thanks for watching. I am below average at most things related to hunting. My redeeming quality is my determination.

[@Rhino9.3]

All the way from Australia..... Love the shows and the podcast.....great work!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching. Hope you have some great hunts ahead.

[@Rhino9.3]

Hope so, where I live we can hunt deer on public land, all year round, no bag limits, someone just needs to ship us some elk!

[@kennyguy2986]

Awesome, every hunting show should have a Leopold quote! To many hunters don't even know who he is.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Glad you liked it. Aldo should be required reading as part of hunter eduction.

[@20cameron1]

Awesome video! I have learned calling only puts more pressure on a big buck and other deer around. Being quiet and getting close is the best way.

[@mikehillis1126]

Great hunt, Randy! Congrats!

[@tnielson1]

awesome stalk Newberg, I have gained some serious respect for you, your ethics and attitude about hunting are example for others to live by.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@G93KMA]

I don't know much of hunting and I just started watching these videos. I wondered how you manage to carry all the meat back and wow!!!! You guy's put in a lot of work. An hour and 10 minutes to the truck and then back to get more meat, am amazed on how much work you guy's put in. Amazing job!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

It is a lot of work to do the self-guided public land hunts we portray. They are worth all the effort when you get to the dinner table. Thanks for watching.

[@Pistol35743]

Randy: Love your shows. Born and raised in Magdalena, NM. I have walked/rode /hunted everywhere you have. You just make it neater than I ever did. I really like your reverence for the animals and your ethics. I was a Game Warden for NM and know a bit about ethics and the lack thereof. I would have loved meeting you "back in the day" I am 74 and My dad planted the elk in the Gila in the 40's. He was a warden for 39 years. L.A."Bear" Turner. Don't know if you can look him up anywhere. Keep the shows coming. You are a breath of fresh air and welcome as a wet day in May. Fred.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks so much, Fred. I tell my wife that if ever she tires of me and my hunting, she can forward my mail to Catron County. You live in a remarkable place. So many cool stories. I would love to know more about how the elk were planted in the Gila, as it would be cool to follow from the time Merriam's elk existed, were then extirpated, then replaced with the Rocky Mountain Elk you now have. What do you feed the pronghorn in that part of the world? I chase pronghorn every chance I get, but out on the Plains, the size of pronghorn is amazing. Thanks for reaching out. Thanks for your service to wildlife. Best of luck in 2018.

[@TheFlanman10]

That was awesome!

[@goodvibesteadyblazin]

Amazing video can’t get enough of em !!!

[@NpisVwjNeejYias]

Love your videos and the tips you give along the way throughout your videos. I"m planning to elk hunt in Wyoming in a couple years so I'm trying to watch for tips as well as research as much info as possible before going.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching. I hope your Wyoming hunt is memorable.

[@jdesroches4949]

Stunning!!!

[@muleskinner485]

The main reason these elk stay out in the wide-open in hot weather is because of the flies, the flies can't take the wind or the hot sun very long. In Mo. even the deer tend to move out of the timber and into the open when the flies get real bad.

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

Wow! What a great hunt!

[@jeremyrmooney]

Awesome hunt! Thanks for sharing it

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching.

[@rodeskelson4159]

I desperately need an afternoon like this! LOL how awesome

[@Fresh_Tracks]

I hope you have one like that.

[@jward9637]

Once in a lifetime hunt!! So cool! Great shot Randy. Wow! That was such a great stalk.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@grisseldog]

Fantastic Hunt!!!

[@cjones582191]

Amazing hunt

[@estepcreativedesign3744]

I like that terrain and stalking!

[@thebizkit79]

Absolutely AWESOME!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching. I'm excited to have drawn that same tag again this year. Good luck to you.

[@gorillahd9247]

You sir are a hunting king! That was awesome! Scott

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching.

[@gorillahd9247]

@@Fresh_Tracks You have an excellent channel. Thanks for sharing both your adventures and your advice. Scott

[@thehailmaryproject8949]

Thanks for your videos. I may never be able to get out there, but I enjoy it through you.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching.

[@randynez7223]

Nice stalk,love that hunt 👏.

[@briangregory9609]

Awesome. Congratulations

[@joleeka9447]

Nice job. Pretty bull

[@bigdonniebrasco]

I recently stumbled across a video you did, and that led me to your website, which led me to OYOA, then here. I don't know where to start! You do a remarkable job my friend! I've heard you say it more than once that you are a "lucky guy". That you are! HUGE fan!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks so much for the kind comments. Glad you like what we are doing. Yes, very lucky. Best to you.

[@dustinswartz9870]

It's a awesome job guys

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching.

[@hunt_excelpaulbais2876]

I drew one of the diy non resident tags in there this year for the 2nd season archery. Planning on back packing in for a couple days and hitting some of the grassland foothills for some of the hunt

[@remraf72]

Hey Randy HAPPY NEW YEAR! As a relatively new subscriber, I'm playing catch up with you and your videos. I must say you're an inspiration to all hunters; new (novice), experienced, young, middle aged and what I call myself (seasoned) 56 rather young at heart. Your platform of conservation, public land hunting and the respect you exhibit for the game (elk,etc.), is the epitome of what type of man you are. You possess ethics, honesty and most of all integrity. That was a beautiful bull you harvested. Wishing you good health and many blessings in 2018!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for this kind comments, Bruce. We try hard. We aren't always successful. Hopefully a truthful story is one people continue to appreciate. Best to you in 2018, also.

[@lucasconlon7779]

fantastic hunt guys! Its always tough getting the meat out in time when the temps are high. Glad you could push through being sick too. Also appreciate the responsible hunting and being able to pass when the shot is not right. If more content like this was on the internet the world just might be a little bit better place. Looking forward to your upcoming videos.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thank you. And thanks for watching.

[@jfive613]

Still one of my favorite episodes. I can't believe your luck of pulling non res tags down here, but am glad you do! I had to watch this before tomorrow's opener. Best of luck to you and Corey! I will be in one of the edge units of the Gila.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching. Yes, I have been too lucky. I am sure that will end. Corey got a nice bull Thursday afternoon. Long pack out. Still stiff. Good luck to you.

[@frankmaya8529]

keep at it and also try the valle Vidal and valle caldera amazing elk country

[@paulmorrongiellouav]

Dude, that was awesome! #LANDOFTHEFREE

[@dylanpyle8285]

Like the Puddin also NM is the land of enchantment. Says it on every license plate, aka the land of entrapment

[@victorschippert9619]

Nice job randy nice bull good call on not taking a shot u don't feel comfortable with that takes a good hunter to make the Wright decision I would give anything to go hunting with u I've never hunted out of Oregon and I would love to. Nice job on your bull

[@calvindirette4860]

Let's go hunting some time Randy!!! I live in Livingston, like only 25 miles away. I'll go after deer and elk and whatever else you wanna go after!

[@PalmSandsRanch]

Awesome hunt, I've shot big bucks in that scenario but not a Bull ! Great Bull Randy !

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks. Thanks for watching.

[@thomasmackay9264]

YOU ARE A LUCKY GUY !!!!!!

[@paulflores5499]

I like what you said at the end, Hunt for meat first, pleasure second, and trophy's third,,, I couldn't agree more, same why the wife and I think, feed the family, enjoy your journey, and sometimes have something for the proof. Good luck this year Randy and many years to follow. :)

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Good luck this season.

[@paulflores5499]

Same to you as well Mr. Newberg, May both our family and friends enjoy the bounty in which we "HOPE and PRAY" to receive this season. And be safe out there. I truely enjoy watching your videos, as I too am one that can not afford $10,000.00 guided hunts like others can. I'd like to see you come out to Washington, west side and then east side to see what your opinion on our "game departments" concepts and ideals. I am curious, why DON'T many "T.V. Hunters/shows" come out here? have you ever heard of the reasons why? Again, good Luck, and all the best to you and your family this season. :)

[@boomerrangerron]

Randy That was simply amazing! I was thinking that too bad it wasn't rifle season because these bulls were perfect for your .308 with the CDS. But you pulled out a great stalk. 🎯🏁

[@PlainStraightShooter]

Not only amazing as always but that was like the ultimate. What a rush that one had to be. Now. Can you use the llamas in that area?

[@rolandjacquez1849]

Wonderful video and congratulations may i ask what unit

[@raghornhs]

Interesting that bull was shot once before. Tough critters they are!

[@Fresh_Tracks]

When we filmed the bull, it had a broken arrow the shoulder. I had hoped to tag that bull and do an autopsy. I suspect it lived a normal life once it healed. I suspect the archer had a big story to tell about the one that got away.

[@samvue9219]

l like your videos, but if I was a bull elk, I would stay in the safe fields too. lol seeing what you see is awesome

[@jim_outdooradventures5146]

Fun hunt

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks for watching.

[@TheCondor300]

Exciting hunt... awesome job covering it by your camera guy Troy. Drone shots?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Didn't have a drone then. The production company we used hired a helicopter with a huge lens to get the aerial footage.

[@muleskinner485]

I'm asking myself where are the mules, I just sold 3 good riding and pack-mules, I can tell you , they make a hunt like this so easy, use them once and you will never leave home without them.

[@808TakoEye]

did your string pop off your cam?? or did it break?? thought I saw it dangling while you were walking up to your bull.

[@808TakoEye]

@17:39

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Yup. I was going to do a follow up shot, but unneeded. When I let down, I torqued my riser to the left and when Iet down, the string rolled right off the cams. Good catch.

[@JW-lo1ts]

Elk City, Oklahoma.. Elk were also a Plains Animal

[@oscarlalo6723]

Hi Randy I watch most of your hunts, the question I have is during the hot month of archery hunts when you get you kill to you camp how do you keep the meat from spolling.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Ice in coolers, and lots of it. Then, hurry home as fast as possible.

[@05141941]

Отличная охота, полная острых ощущений!Рэнди, моя жена в восторге от твоей физической формы и хотела бы знать, сколько тебе лет!?

[@utamakimchi2599]

AWSUM YT HUNT!!!! BIG CONGRATS 👍👍👍 you said you were in western NM Public land, how does that work of getting licenses and tags for elk?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Search our Elk Talk playlist. We have videos that give the answer to that question.

[@WestCoastWheelman]

Wow, absolutely unreal! What an amazing hunt. I wonder, what do you do with the tag when you have to haul out multiple loads? Do you keep it with you at all times or do you leave it with the meat hanging in case someone finds it?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Thanks. That depends on the state. They all have different rules. Most say to keep it with the majority of the meat. That means keeping it with the hanging meat during the first load, and when close to the last loads, have it with the meat at the trailhead. My default is to keep it with one of the hind quarters. I've hauled dozens of elk in pieces and never had an issue.

[@WestCoastWheelman]

Randy Newberg, Hunter That makes sense, thanks for the quick reply! I just found your show and absolutely love it. I'm just getting started hunting myself but I didn't grow up with it in my family like most people, and in the absence of some old grizzled mentor to guide me I really appreciate all the work you put into such awesome presentations. Guys like you and Rinella etc are my mentors, I learn so much from your shows!

[@slcduckin]

In utah, we keep it with the largest portion of meat. To have less problems i'll hike out a hind quarter and choice cuts with the tag on it for my first load. That way if i'm contacted at the truck by a conservation officer, he can see it then. If he's in the field on the last load, i'd rather have him go with me to the truck to show it to him. either way you'll keep the other end of the tag with you.

[@troywesterbur706]

@@slcduckin I have always attached the carcass tag to an antler. I hual out the most meat and prime cuts first. With the head. Then keep the stub on me for the rest of the pack. I have been checked and that was ok for them. But dont forget to sign your tag. In Colorado I have had them tell me that they could have given me a ticket for not signing it. The only time that happened I hadn't gotten anything yet. He told me if i had he would have ticketed me.

[@timb.7296]

Was that the Cabinet pack you were using? how did you like it compared to the metcalf that you usually use rifle hunting?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

That was a Crew Cab. I prefer the Metcalf. Thanks for watching.

[@mulemouse]

I live in northern Mn. 9/15 opening day of bow season a 300 pound white tail is just behind my Corolla, is hitting on the sumac. Its 70 degrees out I'm at full draw on my front deck, I decide to too hot to deal with a deer that big by myself, and don't shoot. One friendly 14-16 point. Was in no hurry when it saw me. Figured if I was going to do anything, after 5 minutes seeing him broadside, it would be over.

[@ScotWalt858]

Wow!!

[@haroldbidlack1604]

Great hunt. I have my first elk hunt the first two weeks of September in this same unit. Any tips, suggestions, or starting points?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

These elk are very transient. Look for the benches with the greenest grass and that is where the cows will be. The bulls will not be far away. There are lots of man-made water sources scattered throughout, so the grass is probably a bigger attractor. Don't be afraid to move. Be very mobile. I've seen bulls five miles from where I saw them just twelve hours prior. Good luck.

[@skiwithdenny]

Great video. I just want to close the deal on an elk cow or bull.

[@GaryWasher]

Hey Randy. What classic conservation authors and books do you recommend? I am familiar with Aldo Leopold and have an interest in other good ones.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

"Last Stand" by Michael Punke. "Big Burn" by Timothy Eagan. "Inherit The Hunt" by Jim Posewitz are three to start with.

[@GaryWasher]

Randy Newberg, Hunter thanks. Look forward to reading them

[@confucius2616]

Great videos but you were dead wrong assuming there was no vegetation down low, in the grasslands

[@michaelwoehrl1746]

Originally, elk were prairie animals until they were pushed into the forested mountains. FYI

[@scottcampbell9002]

Hey Randy. Do u do any hunting on public land in the Bozeman/Belgrade valley? Specifically the doe tags the state offers?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

I used to. Shot quite a few of them. Now I seem to be on the road too much.

[@scottcampbell9002]

That seems like a good problem to have! Haha. I was just curious if there was enough ground to make it productive or if knocking on doors is the better approach

[@natejenkin8408]

I do.

[@frankmaya8529]

hi Randy you need to try unit 6c for elk in nm I prefer the 2ND archery hunt there are some monster bulls in there

[@Fresh_Tracks]

I have tried before. Just no luck to show for my efforts.

[@egavas1631]

The ultimate flank

[@sabeetz]

Do you have the multi day series of this one on KZbin?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Nope. This was long before we started doing the day-by-day stuff. Sorry.

[@sabeetz]

Randy Newberg, Hunter I figured as much. This was by far the best of the half hour shows I have watched. Thanks for taking the time to reply. I appreciate it.

[@ws6403]

What part of NM was this in? I live in Southern

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Catron County. Thanks for watching.

[@thenuge71]

Randy- it looks like a drone was used for filming some of this. Though it makes for cool shots (and I am certain that it wasn't used as an aid in hunting based on listening to your podcast and watching your videos), were/are you concerned about getting grief for this?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

That was filmed pre-drone days. It was filmed with a helicopter with a huge lens. I did not have to pay for it, rather traded the footage/filming from that helicopter for some other services. That chopper and the $500K camera cost way more than my little production could afford.

[@thenuge71]

At first I thought it might have been a helicopter but figured that it would have been a bit too costly. Must have been pretty cool, though! Great hunt and elk, by the way. I really enjoy your videos and podcast.

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Tom Hammond - Thanks. Hope we continue to produce content you enjoy.

[@richardspink9280]

that is the coolest thing ever but a little wierd

[@jeff7086]

16:05 : I can't imagine what your heat rate is

[@samueljones2878]

What unit in New Mexico? I usually hunt 6a

[@Fresh_Tracks]

16E

[@newkey1106]

Does the sweating and elevation of body temperature make it hard to hunt

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Yes, it complicates it. Easy to get dehydrated.

[@daviddole5912]

What unit is this Randy?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

+David Dole - We have a policy of not telling people where we hunt, as it would negatively impact others who apply there. Hopefully it is suffice to say, Catron County, NM. Good luck this year.

[@dpdole]

+Randy Newberg, Hunter not a problem at all, I understand. I'm almost positive I know which unit it is, I was just curious. I was actually looking at land down in Catron County for a camping landing for possible elk hunting. We are shooting for Gila wilderness this year though. Best of luck to you this year.

[@702havingfun]

right by quemado heheheheh

[@joshuazamora9809]

What unit is this in?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

Out of respect to other hunters who apply or hunt in those units, we don't give units of where we hunt. Hope that makes sense.

[@moneyandtimefreedom3352]

Randy Newberg, Hunter understandable but can you give us the exact gps coordinates oh and your bank account. 😊👍

[@michaelbroadhead8155]

I really like your videos. But what I really like is your ethical attitude. I taught bow hunting for the state of Montana 22 years ago and that is what we stressed. I get upset nowadays with these bow hunting shows and people are taking 80 to 90 yard shots. So much can go wrong in that distance and you can lose that animal if you wound it. Just want to say thanks again for your great videos. I'll keep watching.

[@Michaeldpress14]

I turned down the volume at 16:10 so the elk wouldn’t hear Randy 😂😂

[@Fresh_Tracks]

That's funny.

[@20cameron1]

Must not be much hunting pressure if they hang out in the open.

[@richardspink9280]

2 yards how

[@tomej6629]

Looks to be an arrow in the Elks back @ 14:24, what's up with that?

[@traviscaraway]

I saw that as well. Replayed it several times, and that's an arrow bouncing around. Someone is not telling the whole story....

[@charliesmart6855]

i think it was actually some grass blades in the foreground tbh

[@moneyandtimefreedom3352]

Its grass blades

[@ernestosanchez9149]

Raising

[@chasesantoyo2360]

What unit do you hunt in Arizona?

[@Fresh_Tracks]

This was New Mexico. Out of courtesy to other hunters who might apply for tags in units we hunt, we do not give out the units we hunt in. I hope you understand why. Thanks for watching and best of luck this season.

[@Kmgarcia2001]

it looks like ur bow string broke randy

[@Fresh_Tracks]

+joe Garcia - Yup, it did.

[@Kmgarcia2001]

dang that sucks pretty bad