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WDFW-SUX:
Im pretty sure you can use the 209 deal on any hunt that a modern rifle could be used. I mean why the hell not its just a less efficient weapon and your not hurting anyone else???

bobcat:

--- Quote from: Wash-out on April 09, 2007, 05:32:08 PM ---Im pretty sure you can use the 209 deal on any hunt that a modern rifle could be used. I mean why the hell not its just a less efficient weapon and your not hurting anyone else???

--- End quote ---

I thought so too, but can you find where it says that anywhere in the regulations?

WDFW-SUX:
WAC 232-12-051 Muzzleloading firearms. (1) It is unlawful to carry or possess any firearm during muzzleloading seasons which does not meet the following specification for a muzzleloader. A muzzleloading firearm is loaded from the muzzle and uses black powder or a black powder substitute as recommended by the manufacturer for use in muzzleloading firearms. A muzzleloading firearm has a single or double barrel of at least 20 inches, rifled or smooth-bored. Ignition is to be wheel lock, matchlock, flintlock, or percussion using original style percussion caps that fit on the nipple and are exposed to the elements. Shot shell and 209 primers are not legal.

" It is unlawful to carry or possess any firearm during muzzleloading seasons which does not meet the following specification for a muzzleloader"

If you are not hunting during a muzzleloading season it does not matter per the law above.

This law does not make any mention of Archery tackle during muzzleloader either it simply states if you use a firearm it must be such.

bobcat:
I looked at that earlier today, and I did see where it says "during muzzleloader seasons."

But if you look at modern firearm deer and elk seasons, it says "modern firearm, archery, and muzzleloader equipment must meet equipment regulations on page 55."

Look on page 13 and page 33 in the big game pamphlet.

bobcat:
This is from WAC 232-28-248:

--- Quote ---FIREARM RESTRICTION AREAS

The firearm restriction areas listed below have been established by the Fish and Wildlife Commission. Centerfire and rimfire rifles are not legal for hunting in any of these areas.

In firearm restriction areas, hunters may hunt only during the season allowed by their tag. Archery tag holders may hunt during archery seasons with archery equipment. Muzzleloaders may hunt during muzzleloader seasons with muzzleloader equipment. Modern firearm tag holders may hunt during modern firearm seasons with bows and arrows, muzzleloaders or revolver-type handguns meeting the equipment restrictions or legal shotguns firing slugs or buckshot.
--- End quote ---

I don't see anywhere in there where it says muzzleloaders do not have to meet the muzzleloader regulations.

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