Step-By-Step Guide To Elk Calling | with Dirk Durham

[@rbljackson]

Big props to him for trying on camera! I watch and try this stuff but its different when i do it in front of somebody. Im not any good, and there is added pressure for whatever reason when somebody else is watching or listening. Dirk your calling never ceases to amaze me....those chuckles and grunts are awesome. I sound more like a chimpanzee or something trying to fake it....LOL

[@GOHUNT]

Paul is the man! He tried his best.

[@THEBUGLERBRAND]

Paul is probably killing it by now🙌🏼 Haha, man I’ve heard bulls that have monkey chuckles 👌🏼You’ve got this

[@luvmy331]

@@THEBUGLERBRAND I could see the joy in your face, when Paul started to piece it together. Made me smile. Great work. Fun to watch.

[@davidbrubacher8068]

Thank you! Following instructions from another KZbinr I struggled with making a noise that resembled a cow. Back at camp after my 1st hunt I find this and have a little more hope for tomorrow.

[@thatguy928]

Long time listener, first time caller

[@thomashayes4158]

I've watched a lot of elk calling videos over the years. Rocky Jacobson's videos got me started, but Durk has mastered the simplest and most effective way to teach this.

[@GOHUNT]

💯

[@joefierro567]

Excellent. Best 30 min an elk caller can spend.

[@GOHUNT]

Heck yeah, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Fochit8611]

This helped a tone I got an okay bugle down just in the 30min of watching this video. Time to go practice more.

[@TruffulaSteve]

I just went into the store in Vegas and Paul taught me how to bugle like a champ. He’s taken all these lessons from Dirk and is now one of the best Elk callers I’ve ever heard. Way to go Dirk. Helluva teacher. And thanks Paul. The student becomes the instructor. The way his ‘stache gloriously flows out of the way as that metal bugle tube approaches his lips is just pure majesty. It was like Moses parting the furry Red Sea.

[@johna7450]

Super gay comment.

[@TruffulaSteve]

@@johna7450 look inward

[@jayrom14]

​@@johna7450😂

[@Lipripper1047]

You could charge for this info. Pure Gold.

[@Grayghost1969]

Dirk’s the man and makes it look easy. Great video

[@THEBUGLERBRAND]

Thanks 😊

[@Grayghost1969]

@@THEBUGLERBRAND they called me first to do this but I was like “Nah, let Dirk handle it!” 👊🏻

[@THEBUGLERBRAND]

@@Grayghost1969 😂😂😂 Thanks for the opportunity bro 🤘🏼

[@oblongjohn1]

Thanks for this lesson. Gives a beginner guidance in how to get started!

[@GOHUNT]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching.

[@blakebrown1559]

I bought diaphragms yesterday and have been religiously watching this video. Can’t wait for September!

[@perryknetter8577]

Great Job Guys very good information Thank you and God's Blessings on all your adventures

[@GOHUNT]

Always appreciate you watching Perry!

[@WardOutdoors]

Great job Dirk! Thanks!

[@GOHUNT]

Thanks for watching!

[@vancejohnson1778]

Awesome stuff, have watched dirk a fair bit, Definitely owe some elk to him showing his skills👌

[@michaeltubbs2493]

Great video good instructions always trying to improve thanks for sharing!

[@GOHUNT]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@nntblst]

I need this!!!

[@cajuama]

I dont want to put anyone down or offend anyone, but it is funny to watch people make calls and see their faces, like yeah I am the sh**! lol!

[@wizcorn9958]

I just walk around yelling “ here Elk, here Elk” and they flock to me like flys on 💩.

[@rg3412]

Cool!! 😮

[@michaelscruggs7699]

Awesome content here fellas, just wish I seen this before season started!

[@RagnarLothbrok2222]

Good stuff!

[@GOHUNT]

Thanks!

[@mikeliggett1599]

I always see videos about calls and I hear the noises but I don’t actually know how to make the different pressures for a cow call or the pressure for bugling with my mouth

[@GOHUNT]

It's no easy task that's for sure. As Dirk mentioned in the video, consistent practice is going to be the key to figuring things out! Also, don't hesitate to watch the video a couple times, being sure to catch all of the little tips Dirk has to offer. Good luck to you and please reach out with any other questions!

[@Ranger_k16]

This was very informative and I appreciate that. Quick question, that may be slightly off topic. Is calling useful for late hunts outside of the rut?

[@GOHUNT]

Thanks for checking out the video! We passed your question along to Trail since he is one of our biggest Elk guys around the office. Here's what he had to say... "In my opinion, generally no, calling late season is probably not effective. I have heard bulls bugle in late Oct and Nov but I can't say I have ever heard of someone calling a bull in that late. You could use a cow call to see if you can illicit a response from a bull late, but typically no I don't think calling is effective generally during late-season hunts. At that stage, it's mostly covering ground and glassing and more glassing" Hope this helps you out!

[@Ranger_k16]

@@GOHUNT thank you so much for the fast and detailed response. This really helps me figure out a game plan.

[@stalker7892]

What they're telling you is true. But! The fact that you can even get a bull to bugle, which you can in later season, gives you the edge in locating them. I've done it myself here in Colorado. You may not want to be too aggresive.

[@wilhelmpettygrove7857]

Who’s a better caller? Cory or Dirk.

[@GOHUNT]

You know we couldn't ever choose sides like that, haha! They are both pretty darn good.

[@koofdome]

Holy shit he gets it PERFECT. Literally would not know the difference out in the wild if I heard their calls

[@matthewmurillo362]

What diafram would you guys recommend for new callers

[@THEBUGLERBRAND]

I like to recommend the following Phelps Amp Diaphragms. -Black Amp -Grey Amp -Maverick

[@GOHUNT]

Nobody could answer that question better than The Bugler! Here's a link to those products in the GOHUNT gear shop: shop.gohunt.com/search?q=phelps+elk+calls

[@Hugo_Stigl1tz]

Can this be done in rifle season right after the rut ends?

[@kendallmastre3356]

Dirk 2020: keep that hair off your seal

[@SyartSadiki]

But if you doing outside then people think oh ther is a elk

[@simasniper814]

RIP to headphone users

[@EdnaWilliams-x3l]

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[@johnpalmer4968]

Why do you have son glasses on your hat? I doubt you are a major league out fielder!

[@ZanderKalashnikov]

Men are funny man lol. That gag reflex part in the beginning 😂

[@chriscollier7306]

Great video, Dirk did a fantastic job!

[@GOHUNT]

Definitely, thanks for watching!

[@DigbyMaccus]

This totally worked for me, thanks dirk!

[@DarkMice5529]

This is such a great video!! I’ve watched it twice and I can already see a difference in my calls.

[@stevenrupp9190]

Thanks Dirk!! Very helpful!

[@slicksbeagles1]

Good video for a rookie ME

[@zacklynch584]

This was outstanding

[@GOHUNT]

That's what we like to hear! Thanks for tuning in.

[@zacharyhorne9979]

I’m having issues sealing my mouth/ teeth. Seems like I’m getting a lot of air escaping around. Still successfully making the sounds but there’s “wind” sounds as well. Advice?

[@jordanhigdon9882]

What bugle tube are they using, is it the metal one?

[@GOHUNT]

Hey Jordan! Paul and Dirk are using Phelps Maverick Signature AMP Diaphragm Elk Call. You can find it here: hunt.link/3NyNBzC

[@jordanhigdon9882]

@@GOHUNT perfect! I actually just ordered that last night! What tube is that as well?