"LITERALLY FIVE SEASONS WORTH OF KNOWLEDGE PACKED INTO A ONE WEEK COURSE."
Semi-Guided Elk Course 2027
Species: Elk
Weapons: Archery, Rifle
Courses:
Archery:
Sep 1 - 7, 2027 (Available)
Any-Bull Unit Rifle:
Oct 7 - 13, 2027 (Available)
Oct 15 - 21, 2027 (Available)
Spike Unit Rifle:
Oct 7 - 13, 2027 (Available)
Oct 15 - 21, 2027 (Available)
*Dates are subject to change
Central Utah
5,900 - 8,700ft
Experience our innovative Elk Hunting Course in central Utah, where you can learn to hunt Elk from experienced guides in the field!
This unique semi-guided approach combines hands-on instruction with an Elk tag in your pocket, offering invaluable insights into pre-hunt planning, scouting, and shooting techniques. Our course ensures you spend quality time learning essential skills while actively participating in pursuing Elk. With guaranteed OTC (over-the-counter) tags, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your hunting game.
Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to hunt elk independently, eliminating the need for a guide in future hunts. You’ll learn how to track, stalk, and process elk, with personalized guidance tailored to your experience level. This course is designed to build your skills and self-assurance, ensuring you’re ready to tackle elk hunting on your own. Join us in Utah’s scenic mountains for an unforgettable experience that combines education, adventure, and the satisfaction of mastering the art of elk hunting. Secure your spot today and transform your hunting abilities!
Tag Details
Archery: Attendees purchase a tag that allows them to bow hunt elk in nearly every unit in Utah. In spike units, hunters may harvest a spike or cow elk from Aug 21 - Sep 10, 2027. In any bull units, hunters may harvest cow or bull elk from Aug 21 - Sep 22, 2027.
Spike units have denser elk populations, but you cannot harvest a bull with branched tines. Any bull units have less dense elk populations, but you may harvest a cow or a bull. Following these seasons, hunters may harvest a cow or bull elk in an extended archery unit until Dec 15, 2027.
We have our course from Sep 1-7 because it is right as the rut is ramping up and gives you the best opportunity to see and call elk, while allowing you to continue hunting after the course if you choose.
Spike Only Rifle: Attendees purchase a tag that allows them to harvest a bull elk with an unbranched antler on at least one side in any spike unit from Oct 9 - 21 2027. These units have more elk, but you are limited to harvesting spikes.
Any Bull Rifle: Attendees purchase a tag that allows them to harvest any bull elk from an any bull unit. Season dates are either Oct 9-15 2027 or Oct 16 - 22, 2027, depending on which course dates you signed up for.
PRICING DETAILS
Archery:
Spike Only Rifle:
Any Bull Rifle:
$3,750
$3,750
$4,500
Archery: $3750
Spike Rifle: $3750
Any Bull Rifle: $4500
License and Tag: (Approximate)
To make sure that the right tags are acquired and that the licensing process goes smoothly we will take care of both and will bill you separately, the tag and license are NOT included in the price.
Out of State:
In State:
Tag: $849
Tag: $144
License: $144
License: $40
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO LEARN?
☑️ How to choose a hunting unit
☑️ How to do online research
☑️ Key elk body language indicators
☑️ Key elk calling strategies for archery and rifle hunting
☑️ How to e-scout roads, glassing points, and likely elk producing areas
☑️ How to work smarter rather than harder
☑️ How to maximize every minute of your hunt
☑️ Basic backcountry skills
☑️ How to quarter out and properly cape a trophy
☑️ Where to find elk early, mid, and late season
☑️ Glassing strategies
INCLUDED
✔️ Wall Tent to Sleep In (4 to 6 hunters to a tent) with a cot
✔️ Camp Cook with All Meals included
✔️ In-field Training
✔️ Training from Professional Guides
✔️ We will obtain your tags and license guaranteed or your money back
✔️ If you kill an Elk we will help you field process it and pack it out.
NOT INCLUDED
✔️ Private Tent (if you want privacy you must bring your own tent)
✔️ Hunting Gear
✔️ Sleeping bags, pads, and other camp gear
✔️ Price of the OTC Utah Elk tag and License (elk tag is $640, hunting license is $120)
✔️ Travel to the hunting area
HUNT/COURSE STYLE
FITNESS LEVEL: 🟦 Moderate
Recommended: Carry 25 lbs for 4-6 miles
a day on moderate to extreme terrain
and loaded with meat (around 60 lbs
for 2-3 miles on moderate to extreme
terrain.
Required: Carry 20 lbs Hike 1-2 miles
a day in moderate to extreme terrain.
TRANSPORTATION:
Need to bring a Truck/4WD or AWD
(ATV's allowed but not required).
APPROACH:
Spot and Stalk, Elk Calling /
Training Sessions
WEAPON SKILL:
Archery: Comfortable up to 60 Yards
Rifle: Comfortable up to 400 Yards
TERMS
CANCELLATION
Due to logistics of this event, course payments are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another individual.
PAYMENT
To book this course we require 50% down if booked during the year of the event. After checking out we will then send you an email with a contract. The final 50% is due by the 15th of August 2026
Note* If you make the initial deposit for your group, you will be responsible and billed for all future payments. It is up to you to work out the payments between your group members.
Head Instructors
Tate Bradfield: Tate is the owner of Process Based Hunter. He has been guiding most of his adult life and has helped hundreds of clients harvest elk.
Colton Heward: Colton is a experienced guide and the managing editor of the Petersen Hunting magazine. He has guided for hundreds of successful hunts.
Sebastian Cassel: Sebastian is an avid hunter and has guided for the Process Based Hunter for several years. He has helped dozens of hunters find success.
Sean Chambers: Sean has hunted all over the United States and internationally. A cowboy at heart, he enjoys passing on his love of the outdoors to others.
Learn:
-How animals use the landscape
-When elk move
-How wind interacts with topography
-Whether your rifle holds zero throughout the hunt
-What food you can stand to eat day-after-day
-How to manage your pack and gear
Those are all make-or-break details for your planned hunt that you'll never get by sitting it out!
COMMON QUESTIONS
Please reach us at [email protected] if you cannot find an answer to your question.
WILL I BE ABLE TO HUNT?
Yes! You will have your own elk tag in your pocket. You can harvest a bull if you get the chance.
HOW MANY HUNTERS / STUDENTS WILL ATTEND EACH SET OF COURSE DATES?
8 to 12 students will attend each set of dates. Don’t worry, Utah is a big state and there are plenty of areas to hunt so as to not step on toes.
DO I NEED TO GET A TAG AND LICENSE?
No. We will procure the tags for you for to make things hassle free. But keep in mind the cost of the state tag and license is not included in the course!
WHICH DATES SHOULD I CHOOSE?
Each set of dates will come with its own set of plusses and minuses. Here is some info on each set of dates to help you make your decision. All tags are OTC but can be difficult to obtain so me and my team will obtain your tags for you.
All dates will be in both any bull units and spike units. Hunters who are archery hunting in any bull units are allowed to harvest any elk, cows, and bulls, regardless of size. Hunters in spike units may only harvest cow elk or bulls with an unbranched antler on at least one side. During the later rifle hunts, hunters in any bull units may harvest any bull, but only bulls. Any bull units have less dense elk population, but allow hunters can shoot any bull they find. Hunters in spike units may only harvest bulls with an unbranched antler. These units have more elk, but you are limited to harvesting spikes.
WHAT DOES THE SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?
Day 1: Hunters will arrive at 9 a.m., set up their tents, get settled, and have lunch. The remainder of day one will be spent doing in-person coursework.
Day 2: Long Distance Morning Glassing, Practicing Elk Calls, Planning a Route, Evening Glassing.
Days 3-4: Hunting with guides teaching you skills throughout the day.
Days 5-6: Our guides will help you plan your own hunt and then you will implement that plan.
Day 7: Strike camp early
WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE?
In September the weather can be all over the place, most likely it will be in the high 80s during the day with it getting down to the low 40s maybe even 30s at night. By the time we get to October it will be generally high 70s and freezing and below at night, We have had a couple of snow storms up there in October, and we have also had occasional days in the high 80s in October. The weather can be all over the place, so I would come prepared for both.
WHAT'S THE CLOSEST AIRPORT
The closest Domestic Airport is Provo, Utah (PVU) and the closest International is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).
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