If you are willing to invest 30 minutes a day getting used to it, consider obtaining a binocular that has a mil scale reticle. I have used them since 1994.
This is a reticle, usually in the right barrel, that superimposes a graduated series of marks on your field of view. Knowing the average dimensions (height OR length), you can quickly calculate the approximate distance of the target.
The purpose of the reticle for hunting IS NOT to furnish the range for a ridiculous shot -- because this IS NOT HUNTING. This is target shooting at live targets.
You'll get much more of a "rush" getting close enough to spit on your elk, pronghorn, mulie -- whatever. And there's also quite a thrill getting very, very close, then spooking the game with a sound or movement. I could tell you stories . . . but I'll save them for another time.
It assists you to determine if the target is worthwhile stalking, and about how long this stalk will take. It's a tool, not a crutch.
A hidden benefit is that you don't need to carry more crap with you.
You'll need binocular for western hunting regardless. And Zeiss-Jena, Carl Zeiss-Wetzlar, Hensolt, Leica, Docter Optic, Elcan, and others offer the reticle. Most of these are beautifully refurbished military binoculars. Carl Zeiss-Wetzlar, for example, offers retrofitting reticles in several of their binoculars.
My apologies for the sermon and, perhaps, too much information.
