It’s a bold strategy, but apparently, it pays off. This approach helps the bull gather a group of females, or cows, into a harem for mating season. Elk mating season, also called rut, takes place ...

Hunters had expanded opportunities to harvest elk this past year after the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources offered more permits, a variety of permit types and a different season ...

Waking at 4 a.m. in total darkness is a normal part of my life, whether I like it or not. I roll over and think about the day ahead of me. I am pondering my possibilities and I can’t help ...

During the rut, or mating season, the male elk's distinctive call brings female elk and tourists alike to Estes Park, Colorado Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our Partners Terms of ...