<p>In this episode of the Drawn West Podcast, Brian Krebs breaks down one of the most common dilemmas Western hunters face: when should you keep hunting the same unit—and when should you move on and try somewhere new?</p><p>After a recent ice-fishing trip to Devils Lake, Brian reflects on a conversation with friends about choosing between several Montana elk units. From thick black-timber grizzly country to open terrain better suited for spot-and-stalk, each unit has strengths and weaknesses. Brian walks through the exact criteria his group uses to evaluate hunts over time.</p><p>He explains why elk encounters, terrain, travel distance, hunting style compatibility, and public access all matter when deciding whether a unit deserves another chance. He also shares real examples from hunts in Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, and antelope country—highlighting both successes and lessons learned.</p><p>If you’re building a long-term Western hunting strategy or trying to find your own “cornerstone” unit, this episode will help you evaluate hunts more objectively and make smarter decisions year after year.</p><p>Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow @getdrawnwest on Instagram.</p><p>If you enjoyed this, leave a 5-star rating and share the show with a friend.</p><p></p><p>Looking for more content from Drawn West? Check out our latestarticle!<br /><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/articles/elk-hunting-for-1500" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to GoElk Hunting for $1500</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>FREE Gear Checklist:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear</a></p><p><br /><strong>Connect with Brian Krebs</strong><br /><a href="https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest</a> </p><p>HaveQuestions or Comments? Send an email to [email protected]!<br /><strong>Sponsorsand Discounts:</strong><br /><strong></strong>GOHUNTInsider - $50 Gear Shop Credit with code DRAWNWEST <br /><a href="https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4</a><br />GOHUNTGear Shop – 10% off most items with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u</a><br />Save10%on Maverick Hunting Blinds &amp; Accessories with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest</a><br /><br /></p><p><br /></p>