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Rifle Quilomene Tag
« on: October 20, 2016, 12:20:24 PM »
Pulled a tag for the Quilomene this year. I have been putting in for 16 years so this was a long time coming.

I plan to put in a ton of time and wear out some boots, but any tips or advice would be much appreciated as I have been waiting over half of my life for this tag.

Feel free to PM me with any tips or advice.

Thank you in advance.

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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #1 on: October 20, 2016, 12:47:02 PM »
Congrats on drawing that permit.  Sorry I don't have any tips on that permit, but I just wanted to welcome you to the site and make sure you saw the bigfoot thread because of your screen-name.

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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2016, 06:11:57 PM »
Bigfoothunter is a stand up dude and good buddy. I might even be so lucky to go on this hunt! Welcome dude, and I'm sure these guys will give ya tons of good info.

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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #3 on: October 20, 2016, 06:14:40 PM »
Bigfoothunter is a stand up dude and good buddy. I might even be so lucky to go on this hunt! Welcome dude, and I'm sure these guys will give ya tons of good info.

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I second this. His brother called in my teanaway archery bull! Hope you fill your tag!

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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2016, 06:16:00 PM »
What's your goal for this hunt? I saw the biggest 3 point I ever saw this year during archery. Also a pretty tall and wide 4x4 on my way out. Do you hunt this area regularly or just put in for it for special permit?

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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #5 on: October 20, 2016, 06:42:52 PM »
Fun tag.

Beautiful country.

My tips:
1.  Don't neglect the lower country.
2.  Don't be afraid to put some road miles on to get to different places in there.

Good luck and post pics.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #6 on: October 20, 2016, 09:59:20 PM »
If you have a boat, then you can access a lot of good country from the river. Find a map that shows the old army road that heads out from the microwave tower off of the Old Vantage Highway.  The last time we were in there several years ago, I seen over 20 bucks that were 3 point or bigger iincluding a 3 point that was probably 27" wide all in one day driving the old army road. The road is gnarly and I would definitely have chains and a spare tire or two. There are some decent bucks running around the unit and you should have no problem finding a good one if you spend some time in there. :tup:
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #7 on: October 21, 2016, 07:34:38 AM »
The only thing I know about it is the roads can get real sketchy so be prepared.  Not just snow, I'm talking gumbo type mud.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #8 on: October 21, 2016, 10:52:07 AM »
Congrats on drawing that permit.  Sorry I don't have any tips on that permit, but I just wanted to welcome you to the site and make sure you saw the bigfoot thread because of your screen-name.

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HAHA! This thread is great! Thanks
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #9 on: October 21, 2016, 10:53:03 AM »
Bigfoothunter is a stand up dude and good buddy. I might even be so lucky to go on this hunt! Welcome dude, and I'm sure these guys will give ya tons of good info.

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Thanks! I have a pretty good plan of attack, but any input helps.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #10 on: October 21, 2016, 10:55:26 AM »
What's your goal for this hunt? I saw the biggest 3 point I ever saw this year during archery. Also a pretty tall and wide 4x4 on my way out. Do you hunt this area regularly or just put in for it for special permit?

Ultimately my goal is to enjoy my time in the field. I'm searching for a big body duck min 4pt, but looking for some mass.

I have hunted the area a few times with other permit holders, but spent most of my time on the Colockum side.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #11 on: October 21, 2016, 10:56:04 AM »
Bigfoothunter is a stand up dude and good buddy. I might even be so lucky to go on this hunt! Welcome dude, and I'm sure these guys will give ya tons of good info.

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I second this. His brother called in my teanaway archery bull! Hope you fill your tag!

Congrats, again on that bull! He was a bruiser.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #12 on: October 21, 2016, 10:59:34 AM »
If you have a boat, then you can access a lot of good country from the river. Find a map that shows the old army road that heads out from the microwave tower off of the Old Vantage Highway.  The last time we were in there several years ago, I seen over 20 bucks that were 3 point or bigger iincluding a 3 point that was probably 27" wide all in one day driving the old army road. The road is gnarly and I would definitely have chains and a spare tire or two. There are some decent bucks running around the unit and you should have no problem finding a good one if you spend some time in there. :tup:

Thank you for the tip. Things have changed a lot in the Quilomene in the last 5 years are so, but I'm sure the roads are still the same!  :chuckle: Got two spares, chains, hi-lift jack and all the "oh s***" tools.
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #13 on: November 01, 2016, 09:09:05 AM »
So no tips from anyone? Rough...
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Re: Rifle Quilomene Tag
« Reply #14 on: November 01, 2016, 09:25:35 AM »
What's your goal for this hunt? I saw the biggest 3 point I ever saw this year during archery. Also a pretty tall and wide 4x4 on my way out. Do you hunt this area regularly or just put in for it for special permit?

Ultimately my goal is to enjoy my time in the field. I'm searching for a big body duck min 4pt, but looking for some mass.


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