best way to actually learn i have found is to buy some calls and practice,practice,practice.some instruction in the beginning is good but you are still the one who's gotta make the elk come in.my huntin buddy carl must have watched the wayne carlton dvd's 50 times and he still couldnt call worth a damn.didnt practice to perfect his skills.i practice year round and i must admit i have it down.i cant say go with elknut because i have never seen his instructionals but he seems to be well liked.i can help you out if you want also,p.m me if i can be of any help.the way i started out was watching elk and listening to the different sounds they make and trying to figure out the different tones and meanings.there will be plenty of trial and error but every time you screw up you'll pocket a valuable lesson.