Hi all, I am about to head out to GMU 204, East Okanogan for 10 days for modern firearm season. A buddy and I got drawn for a second deer permit. Personally, I have never been to the area except to drive through on HWY 20 and didn't have a chance to get out there and do some scouting.
I was hoping some of you had some info on where you would focus on for hunts? Looking at the map we were thinking about camping somewhere around Ferry or Swan lake, but I have heard some good things about the Bonaparte Lake area.
Does anybody know the likelihood of getting a good spot for base camp? We will have three RVs and a few tents to set up. 10 people are going, but only 5 are hunting. Are the campgrounds going to be too full if I get there on Friday at around noon? I am specifically thinking about Ferry or Swan Lake. The non-hunters want to fish while we are there. Are there many options for dispersed camping?
I really hope I can fill both tags. I have been hunting for 24 years, except for the 8 years I was on active duty, but at this point even just getting a doe would be great. I have never shot a deer and have only even sighted down one buck that I passed on because it was too small. I swear I am not a bad hunter, I just have really bad luck on public land, especially since I hunt with old guys that can't hear or see well.
Anything helps. I need meat in the freezer to alleviate some grocery bills.
Thanks!