Hunting Washington Forum

Cool buck and definitely worthy of the tag.  IMO these hunts are what you make of them.  Sure it is possible that all the stars align and you have a hunt that is something similar to a premium out of state hunt, but the reality is that is hardly the case.  You will need to still work hard, hunt hard and have some luck to have everything fall into place.  Enjoying time in the field with minimal competition is a definite bonus on these hunts, being able to see alot of deer is a plus too.  Killing a memorable buck makes it all the better imo.

Thank you! I agree with everything you said. It is also a mentally challenging hunt. Passing on deer you'd normally shoot, is hard. Then, days of only finding small bucks, second guessing those passes. Finding one you'd love to shoot and not being able to shoot it. It is a fun hunt. One  I am so happy to have the chance to do. One I hope I have the chance to do again, after learning more with this experience. Thank you again for your insight. 😊

I'm in Puyallup... If I get one I'll save mine if you wanna come get it...

All true statements.  Here now with a 49 north Nov. tag.  Day 19 for me went home for 4, 3500 miles on truck. Dozen or so total moose seen.  4 bulls within 300yards
All small under 2.5 yrs old.  Have many new local friends from the unit helping.  Weather has not been ideal.  Things have changed so much, 20 years ago we saw nice bulls all the time while hunting the late white tail hunt.

My advice.  Spent the money if you can, go to Alberta and bag a moose😂. Fuel, food, lodging, all the supplies/gear and  24 years applying.  It’s about a wash $$.

Late season archery/muzzleloader left for deer, so you might get someone to donate.

That's a good one!