new hunter

[cody29]

we went out to 18 today and nothing. first time hunting . any ideas, would really be nice thanks guys. I live in duvall wa

[Doc Sauce]

Is that you in the pic with the pig and the dogs?

[cody29]

yup. south texas,kenndy. whats the best gate on 18? can people hunt the lower blue gates?

[Bob33]

Keep trying.

[Tradbowhunter]

Any gate is a "good" gate. Bear are where you find them, there's honestly not a secret besides putting in your time. Focus more on the "hunting" and less on the "getting" patience and persistence will get you your bear

[oldschooltrucks]

Be careful where you're hunting on 18.  I believe some areas are restricted 

[Tradbowhunter]

I believe you're right, although I can't remember where the restricted areas are. The gates are pretty clearly marked though, so make sure to read em Was up in that area today for a little while, saw lots of bear sign, and possibly even more people including some folks with their kids that though they would offer to tell me what a horrible person I was for hunting and how I should be executed for participating in such an " inhumane activity" 

[oldschooltrucks]

Now that's funny.  I hear that a lot too.  I think the north side is restricted up to 90.  Last time I was up there not all the gates were marked

[Kc_Kracker]

the north/ west side in no rifle .

on another note why come down here your area has WAY more bear, 18 has very low low numbers.

[cody29]

went to lake kachess foe the weekend and was on usfs road 4828. lots of *censored* about 1 day old. going back this weekend. a deer hunter told me that he saw really fresh sings.  so I hope to get one this weekend.