Elk hunt orientation

Orientation videos

This orientation is for hunters who were drawn for an elk hunting license for hunt period 2 in the 2024 season. To complete the orientation, watch the video series below and then electronically sign and submit the affidavit and hunter information form, verifying you have watched the videos to their entirety.

If you are unable to watch the video or have any questions, please email DNR-Wildlife@Michigan.gov or call 517-284-9453.

• Elk orientation introduction.
• Elk history and management.
• Regulations and safety.
• Elk anatomy and shot placement.
• Hunt area navigation.
• Elk registration.
• Bovine TB and elk testing requirement.
• Conclusion.

Affidavit of orientation completion

Elk maps

Hunt period two (PDF map): Dec. 14–22 

Detailed information about elk hunting seasons, management units, hunting hours and more can be found in the Elk hunting regulations summary.