Alaska Elk: An Elk101 Film Premiere
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- Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
- The first successful translocation of elk into Alaska involved eight Roosevelt elk calves that were captured on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington in 1928 and moved to Alaska the next year. Another successful transplant occurred in 1987, when 33 Roosevelt elk and 17 Rocky Mountain elk were captured in Oregon and moved to Southeast Alaska. These elk have dispersed and established breeding populations on several islands, and limited hunting opportunities are now available through a draw process.
Steep terrain, thick timber and harsh weather make Alaska elk a difficult and challenging pursuit. Add in the challenge of packing these giant-bodied elk from remote kill sites, along with the presence of brown bears and wolves, and hunting elk in Alaska is not for the faint of heart.
Elk101's Corey Jacobsen, Donnie Drake, and John Abernathey headed to Alaska in the fall of 2021, and experienced firsthand the majestic beauty - and the epic struggle - of hunting elk in such an intense landscape.
Depending on the season, the weather, and the several other factors, harvest as low as a single elk out of over 150 tags has been recorded, and the average success on some of these Alaska elk hunts is just 1-2 %.
A huge thank you is owed to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, along with the many other agencies and organizations who had the vision to bring a majestic, wild animal to such a majestic, wild landscape. And big thank you to the Tongass National Forest for allowing us to film this incredible adventure and share it with you.
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This is by far the most phenomenal hunting adventure ever captured on film. Alaska is beautifully brutal.
One of the best hunting videos on youtube.
I am so glad you made this film. We were dropped at that same lake a week later for our second rifle hunt there and its hard to explain to others. The snow was deep on the ridges by the time we arrived and our pilot told us about your adventure and misery. He also told us of a group at the same time as you who abandon their gear and hiked to salt for an early pick up. For those contemplating this hunt make sure you have a complete second set of gear and shelter every time you leave camp. We often joked once a mile or so out of camp about what the hell we would do if we put one down. There is not one square inch of flat ground there. This was our second year in a row and we have not seen an elk there. By the way one of the last and best pilots, the one who picked you up, will no longer fly into that lake.
Why will the pilot not fly into that lake?
@@tjallen3967 Its just too dangerous. He flew me out with gear and dropped me at the saltwater and went back up to get the other two and gear. I am a low time Cessna driver and there was zero room for error. We flew directly at the mountain and banked losing altitude before heading towards the lake outlet. You can not fly directly at the outlet and clear the trees. I am not sure if this makes sense. Into the lake is relatively easy but getting out is a different story.
That sounds terrifying. Imagine the weather has to be near perfect
The best hunting video I’ve ever seen. I love how only a small portion of this video is the hunt. Keeping it real. So glad this was all in one video. Epic.
Enjoyed the video awsome
Exactly. Keeping it real
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I think, for first timers who want to take up this hobby, should undergo a fitness test in my opinion and I'm glad to know, you all made it out alive. It's one of the best movie for animal lovers to watch.
I reckon, I'd rather hunt for rabbits instead- at least, they're not a heavy load to carry for a few in the pot. Thank you for going through extreme lengths to make it all possible turning it into another geographical wild life adventure!
There are no words to describe the absolute beauty, harshness of the environment and weather, and the royally majestic Alaskan elk just witnessed in that film! Thank you guys and all the sponsors for sharing this adventure with us. Awesome…just awesome!
I have to agree well done!
I agree! This is what i would label as “hunting”
That was a monster bull!! Best and most real video ive seen.
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Howmany of you outside Alaska realize Roosevelt elk is the only animal up here not native to Alaska??? They were introduced from Washington state only to etolin island just south of Wrangell and afognak and raspberry islands just outside of Kodiak island.
An elk hunt film for the history books. This will live long in the memories of all who watch this. I can’t imagine the feeling you three had when that plane landed back in town. Thankful this all ended well for you guys. Absolutely amazing.
It has been years for me in making comments but you guys are great. Love the hard work and good living. I have hunted Elk on Etolin in Alaska, I live here in S.E. Alaska. I have been to the lake you flied into. Tough place if your not use to it. Good rubber rain gear is a must. When hunting lower ground, breathable waders is what we hunt in. Good high top, water proof boots is a must. I like the airbob soles for the wet glass and moss. The light weight traps are also a good thing to have. If it is warm enough you may find us in just light long underwear under our rain gear. Easy to move in. You are right, this is not your normal place to hunt, no roads, very few people and help is hours or a day away. I always carry a VHF radio here. Very nice Bull. Glad it did not cost you guys much more pain then it did.
In the mid-70s when I lived in Alaska, the thought of hunting elk had real appeal. After watching this video, I think its better that I spent my time with sheep, caribou, bears and moose; none required a pack out like you accomplished. You definitely set the bar high on the 'hard' scale and thanks for showing what's possible if conditioning and motivation are both at the very top. Wow, what an adventure and accomplishment. Congrats to you all.
Donnie you are a warrior. The emotional battle you faced laying in that tent feeling defeated would break most men. Way to keep your head up and battling through. Very inspirational for those that can relate. The hawk was on point!
Alaska is no joke. Everything is tested, man, gear, drive, health, wits. Glad you had success and made it out.
The only thing I can say … just watching … is WOW! Huge bodied bull, layer of fat over most of the body, and a muscular (meaty) animal. Glad to see and hear Donnie is doing better. You gotta give a big thanks to your camera guy. Corey was an absolute mountain man. Thanks for sharing … incredible video depicting the challenges, struggles, and joy of hunting elk.
Thank you Donnie, Corey, and John for sharing your incredible hunt with the rest of us!
Wow. You will never forget. Epic. Thanks for sharing.
This is the best documentary I have ever watched!!!!!!
Man, that bull was a beast!!! Great video and thank you so much for inserting new music. Seems like everyone has been using the same music for the last 2 years.
Thank you Corey, Donnie and John! What an incredible adventure. I am glad Donnie is doing better. You guys got Nerves and muscles out of steel. Thank you for sharing it with us. God bless you
SPECTACULAR HUNTING ADVENTURE & ENDURANCE!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Open...right. Let's go above the treeline hunt elk. Amazing terrain. Memories for a lifetime. Thanks fellas.
After a life time of such hunts in Alaska, am always thrilled to go hunt the National forests of Montana and Idaho (dry trails, dust and relatively easy walking). This video really captures the wetness of Alaska, from the beach to mountain tops it is a swampy, soaking place. most of the battle is staying dry or getting dry. Great video.
As a 2% member... I'd like to congratulate you on your successful hunt.
Have been waiting for the Alaska hunt all year!!!! Such beautiful rugged country!!!
My heart was hurting for you guys the whole video. 💔 Donnie I'm so glad you made it outta there alive! John needs way more credit than any camera man on the planet and corey I'm so happy you can say ya did it but owie. That was brutal.
This scenario is exactly why I bought a two man 19 oz floorless tent! You can heat a floorless tent very easily with hot rocks from a campfire and actually get some sleep! Congrats on your success!
Been hunting Roosevelt's for over 30 years and that is the biggest bodied elk I have ever seen. Beautiful scenery! What a once in a lifetime adventure. Thanks for taking us along. That's the only way I would ever get there. I am way to old for such a mentally and physically challenging adventure..
It's amazing to see the video after already hearing the experience on the elktalk podcast, what an experience and adventure. Congratulations
I couldn’t have said it better. I agree
I got to go along on an Alaskan Elk hunt with my brother-in-law a couple years ago. We were able to get 2 bulls and it was truly a blessing. For those who have not done this hunt, THEY ARE NOT BEING DRAMATIC! While watching this, I truly got emotional when you first loaded your packs with the meat and started heading down the mountain. I remember that feeling like it was yesterday. Congratulations! You said on the video that you probably only do it once........take it from me, you'll want it again!
I could use a bunch of words to try and describe what I just saw. I will just say Badass
Unbelievable!!! Un frickin believable!!! Was glued to the radio listening to the story on the podcast then to actually watch you guys out there in that terrain and conditions no words could ever describe this story. What a adventure. My hat of to you Donnie!!!
The country and The elk footage were epic. The greatest part was ya'lls courage on display! THANKS
After living in Alaska for nine years, I have seen some of the most challenging weather conditions that nature can throw at you. Add to this the challenges of hunting in such steep, wet, wild country and it is truly an epic adventure of grand proportions that one can only truly appreciate if you have experienced it. This film was as you as you can make it. It was a win just surviving such challenging and frustrating conditions. To have the opportunity to harvest an elk was simply a bonus. Great film guys and thank you so much for sharing!! Most likely a once in a lifetime adventure and rightly so.
The only word I can think of is.... EPIC! I couldn't even imagine that hunt. That animal look like a monster on video. And I already know video doesn't do those animals justice. Thank you for sharing.
I want to start by saying my hat is off to all three of you for even undertaking such a hunt.. Such beautiful, brutal, unforgiving country. That bull was a beast, a slob, well, you know, HUGE!!! Congratulations Cory on a once in a lifetime bull!!!, Donnie, I feel for you but you are the man for keeping your humor, even when being sick!, speaking of sick, that Mohawk is SICK!!!!(LOL) Last but surely not least is the poet with a camera, making it all come back to life, so that many others like myself can come along for the ride, Saying Well Done John falls a little short!!! Thanks a million for sharing your once in a lifetime adventure you three Wildmen!!!
This is a very late post! I finally made the time to watch this hunt. It was on my radar since it was post. Life gets busy. First and foremost excellent Job Gentleman! That was true grit and determination! Way to stick with it! What a hunt! You were all warriors! Thank you for sharing! I have no excuse now when it comes to packing my first bull! I will always remember this and I will put in all the work needed when I finally get my first bull down! 🙌🏼👏🏼🔥
That bull was an absolute tank. Thanks for sharing your experience in such a harsh place. You boys are wired differently. Much love and respect from SE Idaho!
I am a lifelong Alaskan and I have been on some incredibly brutal hunts . Everyone here knows that the hunt you guys did is probably the toughest one to endure in the state . I have to say that is the best hunting video I have ever seen thank you for sharing!
Absolutely the Best dang hunting movie I've ever seen. Perseverance and tenacity to get er done. Sorry Donnie got sick, but real good "cheesy" joke. Memories to last forever. Thanks for sharing your hunt.
Thanks for letting us tag along! God bless ya all! Looking forward to the next one!
Holy smokes. “Epic” doesn’t begin to describe that hunt. What a journey. Congrats - very inspiring.
Possibly one of the best hunting videos I’ve ever seen! And I’ve seen a few in 54 years! Congratulations!
Thanks for taking us along on a beautiful. I was born in Alaska and have never been back to hunt. I have however hiked those steep mountains quite a few times. Your lungs definitely burn. Thanks for bringing back the memories of one of the most beautiful places on earth.
I'm looking at this video glued to my laptop....Wow !!!! I'm never complaining about rain on the North Coast of Oregon again .....My knees are hurting for you guys, but what a authentic adventure. Even shooting "B" role film came at a physical price...You make me proud to be an archery Roosevelt hunter !!
Been looking forward to this one ever since the Elk Talk Podcast about it!
SAME!
One of the best elk hunting videos I’ve ever seen. Alaska is a dream destination to start with, add Corey, Donnie, and John and an it’s definitely an episode I’ll watch often.
This episode really hit home randy. I have a 5 and 8 year old and reminds me to live in the moment. What a great hunt!!
After Watching V4 of Elk 101 I am very excited to to see this new episode. To be honest I did not think there was a huntable population of Elk in Alaska! Guess this proves we all can learn something new if we listen. Thanks gents and I cant wait! Update after watching: I have been hunting elk over 30 years and have had a couple bad pack outs. This rivals all of them and comes in a close 2nd. My hat is off to you guys and I have a ton of respect for getting it out, on film, and staying positive ( on camera ). I am glad Donnie is doing better and from seeing V4, he has had one hell of a year with sickness and injury. Getting old sucks! Keep up the great work gentlemen and thanks for doing what you do!
“I know how we are going to get it out. Ha. But I don’t know how we are going to get it out. Haha.”
Absolutely my favorite line. Great job guys! Great content!!
What a successful way to start your 2021 season. The epic beauty of that hunt to the documentary of the week pack out. What a vision for an excellent series props to the sponsors RMEF, MTNOPS, PEAX Equipment, and Yeti for believing in Elk101 and a huge thanks and congratulations to Corey, Donnie, and John for turning your dreams into reality. Randy Newberg and your crew thanks for teaming up with Elk101 to deliver the best Elk hunting series.
Sufferfest at its finest. After about 2 months it'll be a fond memory. You guys are awesome!
I have applied numerous of times for a tag in Alaska. I hope one day I can see and feel the warmth of the beauty God has created.
Absolutely mind blowing adventure gents. Love that you guys keep it real not just show the highlights of the hunt but the crazy challenges you had to over come! Thank you Elk101 and all of your sponsors for help making this film! Thank you all for taking us on an amazing adventure!
Now THAT is a tank of a rosie!! Definitely a good bull filled with all kinds of emotions that come with elk hunting, all the good and all the bad. What a memorable hunt!
Hats off to you guys, Cory, Donnie and John. What an experience. It felt like 20 mins went by and I checked the play time and the video was at 1 hour. Safe to say I was fully invested in the moment watching this hunt, well done guys and an amazing old Bull to top it off. Cheers, Joe from New Zealand.
shut up joe
I thought the same thing it felt like I was 20 minutes in and it was an hour
The craziest part about this hunt was the two days of sunshine at the beginning. Otherwise it had all the components of a Southeast Alaska hunt. Rain, wind, fog, bears, brush, getting cliffed out. You boys definitely got your moneys worth, good work!
Without a doubt, the best Elk 101 ever! What a fantastic documentary! Hope Donnie's mishap in the contiguous last elk season have had great prognosis. Love your guys!
Epic was the right word. A part of me wanted to do this hunt when the weather was good, even after listening to the podcast and hearing of your adventure. That opinion quickly changed seeing the conditions for the pack out. Beautiful BIG bodied bull with the coolest pack out. Thanks for bringing me along on the journey!
Wow what a hunt and a massive bull. You guys are some tough dudes. I have packed out a few rocky mountain elk(in my younger days) but nothing even close to what you had there. Total respect to you all.
I remember Corey saying about this hunt on the podcast. Donnie you did the right thing by staying at camp being hurt and sick. YOU LET NO ONE DOWN!! great video and amazing determination on all parts!
Such an absolutely awesome experience; you all must be living right, with less than 1-2% success rate-you nailed it. Expert, humble and still smiling! Thank you for sharing 🙏.
I’m really impressed with Corey’s ability to know when to sit back and be patient or when to move forward. That pack out looked brutal. Awesome video!
I can't belive how well you described this hunt on the podcast when I listed to it earlier this year. The hunt, the scenery, everything was exactly how I imagined it in my head! What a crazy amazing adventure! Congratulations on this giant bull! He looks like a brama bull with antlers walking around on that mountain, not an elk. He's massive!
You know you had mentioned it was a rough hunt but words do not give justice to the absolute brutal conditions and country. Good work. It will be a memory you have forever.
Awesome job bros, now there's an opening day Corey 👏
That was the iron man of all hunts. Separates the men from boys. Simply amazing! Like Cory said, an Alaskan hunt is not for the faint of heart.
Incredible Experience gentlemen! From beginning to end it was AWESOME to watch. The video is so real, almost like we were there ourselves! The joy of getting a monster bull, the pain and agony of climbing those mountains, soaking wet, chills to the core, frustration of watching a bear eat that elk, the pure beauty of Alaska, etc. Thanks for sharing!!!!
The bear eating that elk was a gift from God
What an incredible film fellas, well done 👍
Very awesome! Excellently captured. You Idaho boys rocked this one.
It's satisfying to see the contribution our elk transplant in 1987 has made to sport hunting opportunities in SE Alaska. In 1987, I was the Wildlife and Fisheries Program Manager on the Tongass NF in Ketchikan when this cooperative transplant effort took place. One of our biologists, Duane Fisher, provided most of the liaison with Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, to trap and transport the elk to Etolin Island, where they were released. Given the opposition to the project by many biologists in Alaska, and to the failure of prior elk transplants there, due primarily to poaching, we were not overly optimistic that the 1987 transplant would be successful. Apparently, it has succeeded, with 150 hunt permits being issued annually. Any feedback you wish to share concerning this established elk population in SE Alaska would be appreciated. ............. Ken
Absolutely epic! Stunning/rugged terrain and an amazing bull! So glad you all made it out safely. John needs an award (and a raise) for packing meat and shooting such amazing footage. Grateful my favorite hunting spots don't require even a fraction of this type of adventure.
I shot a deer once and it died 20 yards from my car 😂
Corey this is by far my favorite video to watch because it shows both determination and the level of skill you have. Really impressive but also not surprised because you are willing to do whatever it takes to be successful.
Epic! Just look at the body on that elk. So awesome to finally watch it after hearing the story and reading everything Corey posted.
An incredible epic adventure!!!! Congrats to Corey, Donnie and John for a hard won majestic Alaska bull. Doesn't get more real than this. My heroes. Heartfelt admiration. Best...
Kudos for the FANTASTIC PHOTOGRAPHY under the worst possible conditions! Epic adventure for sure. Brought back great memories of a similar trip 30 years ago.
Good gracious, what an absolute monster bull! Congratulations Corey.
I don't think I'll ever complain about a bad elk packout after watching that. Good on you guys, happy you made it out in one piece!
John, your camera work is over the top. Thanks so much for taking us on this adventure. This is a team of rock stars
Great video Best one I have see n. You guys are tough. Thank you for sharing.
Lol the look on Donnie’s face when Corey said it has to be today. You two are top notch for hanging with Corey all over those mountains.
Holy smokes men! 😳 That looked to be an incredibly difficult hunt. Congrats on accomplishing something most just think about doing. 💪🏼
I’ve never sat down and watched a video of that length in one setting. As good as any movie I’ve seen. You all are awesomely amazing. You guys keep it real. Appreciate all you bring us. John… you’re a stud too bud! I’m glad I can live vicariously through you all, cause it’s certainly not on my bucket list! Lol.
Donnie, love the waving hawk:)
Amazing stuff! Thank you guys! Probably my favorite hunting video to date!
You all are, again, a class act!
That was awesome ! Congrats and thanks for sharing !!!
Great video. Showed how truly rugged the terrain is there. Everything in Alaska is BIG !! Animals, terrain, country. Just enormous. Moose there make that bull elk look small. Good job guys.
I know how hard elk hunting can be and the difficulty of the terrain you have to get into and what I've experienced is about 1/100 of what you all had to endure on this trip. The scenery and the moments you shared were breathtaking. From the bull standing in that plateau with the mountains in the backdrop to the scene that had such a majestic backdrop where you were field dressing your harvest and not to mention such a great archery shot AND TO GET IT ALL ON VIDEO !!!!!! Can't even begin to imagine packing that bull out of such steep terrain and through the wind and rain completely proves that determination, drive and passion you all have for hunting. From following along all your other hunts I had such a tremendous amount of respect for you all, but after seeing this hunt my respect and admiration of you 3 just grew 100% more! Thank you for sharing this adventure and wish you much continued success in all your future adventures !!
Incredible not for the faint of heart
I just have to bow down. What an amazing hunt. By far one of the top hunt films I've ever seen! All three of you are absolute studs! Thanks for sharing and all that you do for our community!
Way to go Cory! Amazing accomplishment!
Watching this hunting trip, I just can't shake the notion of all those who came before us, when man first set foot in this absolutely breathtaking and unspoiled territory . . . .
This video is _definitely_ among what makes the Y.T.-platform such a valuable thing, and thanks a _heap_ to you guys for making this trip and sharing these glimpses of it with the rest of us! . . . Cheers from 🇳🇴👍
Well Corey I have never commented on any UA-cam videos but this one had me enthralled! I give many thanks to yourself, Donnie, and Camera man for sharing this stunning Hunt! Thanks again for the your hard work! -Brent Muhonen
Favorite hunting video ever. Seriously. The videography, the struggle. The smile. This was incredible. Well done guys.
Sorry to see you so sick Donnie, I had similar, but not up in the woods. I feel for you. Took almost 2 weeks to finally get to where I wasn't uncomfortable anymore. Loved the cheesy gift candle joke!
Corey and John, you guys are beasts! Much respect on that epic adventure.
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. John is under paid and priceless. Donney get better. Maybe in my 30s and 40s. Too old and worn out now. What a grind! One bad ass crew!
Lol.... F***** LOVE Donnys hair.... Awesome 👍🏽👍🏽
More videos like This please! I like this format vs bouncing around from hunter to hunter
Corey's words, "I've heard it said, to those who feel, life is a tragedy. To those who think, a comedy."
The brilliance and bizarreness of those words in that moment had me in complete hysteria. 😂
Epic indeed. Herculean effort. Death defying. Thank you .
Congratulations guys on a successful adventure. Always fun to watch guys that want to work for it. It's never easy after the kill. Congratulations
Absolutely an incredible hunt! I can't even imagine, way to go guys, sorry you got sick Donnie! Thanks for sharing this content with all of us!
This was indeed an “Epic” adventure. A challenge not only for the body but also the mind. No matter how we train our bodies if we can’t as Donnie put it. “Keep our mind right”. We’ll probably fail. Congratulations again, and thank you. I have to live vicariously through you guys.
Awesomely Done Guy's That's challenging country and weather Thanks for Sharing
Always “Epic” and always “painful” to witness! Always impressive!!