Not sure if any of you remember, but about 15 yrs ago the west side tribes were killing deer in the Methow valley after all seasons had closed. the locals (several hundred) got organized and met with the tribes over several meetings with wdfw in attendance to keep records. the tribes stopped their winter hunting with some agreements. I think Jeff thayer from wdfw was one of the people involved and also Pat Heenan (now retired). I'm posative Pat would be glad to let you know how this was done. He's proud of this agreement worked out.
