If you're getting started on an elk hunting trip, you might look for someone who can point you in the right direction.

So I decided to ask 21+ experts the same question: "For first-time elk hunters, what should we prepare to increase the chance of success?"

Hopefully, these first-time elk hunting tips below can help you fill your tags. Here they are:
• Finding elk is 90% of the battle
• Knowledge
• Hunting where elk are is number one
• Absolutely relentless in finding elk
• Make sure your broadhead will finish the job
• Keep positive (never give up) mindset
• Practice a lot and be in a good shape
• Know your rifle, load and train to employ it quickly out to 300 yards
• Use a spotting scope more than boot leather
• Use a hunting consultant/booking agent
• Starts with planning
• Know which way the wind is blowing
• Know the terrain
• Get in Shape
• Using applications to create opportunities to hunt…

Source: https://archerytopic.com/first-time-elk-hunting-tips/