collapse

Advertisement


Author Topic: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats  (Read 2537 times)

Offline gonefishing4ever

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Pilgrim
  • *
  • Join Date: Sep 2016
  • Posts: 18
  • Location: Whidbey Island
Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« on: November 29, 2018, 08:22:00 AM »
We came over from the wet side on Sunday and I just wanted to get some boot time in so we dropped in to 336 before checking in the hotel in Ellensburg (avoid the Motel 6 for multiple reasons) We went in on Elk Heights Road and went straight in and hiked up to the ridge and worked back down towards the ranch. LOTS and LOTS of deer and not much, if any, elk sign. There was about 6-8 inches of new snow on the north side of the ridge. We put some significant miles in and found every game animal except elk including turkeys and two very good bucks.  If you are hunting deer late, this is your spot!! In the afternoon we worked the shelf and the ridge on the north side of Taneum road and again, dozens of deer and not much elk sign-did see a bear though. The following days were spent in 342 around Umptanum Creek and ultimately IVO of BBQ flats. The road from Umptanum Creek down to Wenas was a skating rink and very risky for those without chains. It was still frozen when we left yesterday. Took us a day and a half but we found a herd that had little to no pressure, in fact they were exactly where we left them the day before. Folks were driving right past em and not seeing them and I only saw one other hunter on foot. You miss so much in your vehicle. I never saw a herd just out in the open during the daylight hours even though i spent hours glassing every opening. We also saw animals up and off the Audobon Road that were being a little more pressured. If you are headed out in the next couple days, I can give you some more detailed information. The animals didn't look as though they were in a hurry to leave so they should still be there. We didn't connect but had an awesome time being out in the field and seeing animals with opportunities. You guys have helped me in the past and I want to do the same if anyone needs it. Good Luck till next year.
« Last Edit: November 29, 2018, 08:41:26 AM by gonefishing4ever »

Offline skills

  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Hunter
  • ***
  • Join Date: Dec 2011
  • Posts: 103
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #1 on: November 29, 2018, 09:10:31 AM »
Theres a huge amount of tribal pressure in this area so the animals probably wont be standing out in the open next to the road.  Your report is very nice and detailed, but you possibly just signed all those animals death warrant.   One bad thing about the internet I guess.  News travels faster than the local bar.

Offline jagermiester

  • Trade Count: (+1)
  • Longhunter
  • *****
  • Join Date: Sep 2009
  • Posts: 868
  • Location: Burien
  • My family is my life
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #2 on: November 29, 2018, 09:18:07 AM »
Theres a huge amount of tribal pressure in this area so the animals probably wont be standing out in the open next to the road.  Your report is very nice and detailed, but you possibly just signed all those animals death warrant.   One bad thing about the internet I guess.  News travels faster than the local bar.

LOL

Death Warrant  :rolleyes:
Lead em if they're running.

Offline PlateauNDN

  • Y.A.R. Medicine Man
  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (+2)
  • Explorer
  • ******
  • Join Date: Mar 2011
  • Posts: 10691
  • Location: God's Country
  • R.I.P. Colockumelk 20130423. Semper Fi!
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #3 on: November 29, 2018, 09:43:55 AM »
As long as they're hiding out of sight away from the road they're safe. Nice report and it wasn't detailed so i don't see a problem with his post. :tup:
If you can read thank a teacher, If you can read in English thank a Marine! 
Not as Lean, Just as Mean, Still a Marine!
He who shed blood with me shall forever be my brother!

"Around this camp, there's only one Chief; the rest are Indians!"

"Give me 15 more minutes, I was dreaming of Beavers!"

Offline 2MANY

  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (+3)
  • Old Salt
  • ******
  • Join Date: Jun 2013
  • Posts: 5059
  • Location: Yup
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #4 on: November 29, 2018, 10:03:35 AM »
Sounds cold.

I'm out.

Offline Hilltop123

  • Non-Hunting Topics
  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Sourdough
  • *****
  • Join Date: Jan 2011
  • Posts: 2096
  • Location: Up on the Ump
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #5 on: November 29, 2018, 11:04:18 AM »
We came over from the wet side on Sunday and I just wanted to get some boot time in so we dropped in to 336 before checking in the hotel in Ellensburg (avoid the Motel 6 for multiple reasons) We went in on Elk Heights Road and went straight in and hiked up to the ridge and worked back down towards the ranch. LOTS and LOTS of deer and not much, if any, elk sign. There was about 6-8 inches of new snow on the north side of the ridge. We put some significant miles in and found every game animal except elk including turkeys and two very good bucks.  If you are hunting deer late, this is your spot!! In the afternoon we worked the shelf and the ridge on the north side of Taneum road and again, dozens of deer and not much elk sign-did see a bear though. The following days were spent in 342 around Umptanum Creek and ultimately IVO of BBQ flats. The road from Umptanum Creek down to Wenas was a skating rink and very risky for those without chains. It was still frozen when we left yesterday. Took us a day and a half but we found a herd that had little to no pressure, in fact they were exactly where we left them the day before. Folks were driving right past em and not seeing them and I only saw one other hunter on foot. You miss so much in your vehicle. I never saw a herd just out in the open during the daylight hours even though i spent hours glassing every opening. We also saw animals up and off the Audobon Road that were being a little more pressured. If you are headed out in the next couple days, I can give you some more detailed information. The animals didn't look as though they were in a hurry to leave so they should still be there. We didn't connect but had an awesome time being out in the field and seeing animals with opportunities. You guys have helped me in the past and I want to do the same if anyone needs it. Good Luck till next year.

Oh he!!, that section of roads a peach! Try driving it twice a day.

Offline gasman

  • Washington For Wildlife
  • Trade Count: (+1)
  • Old Salt
  • ******
  • Join Date: Dec 2008
  • Posts: 6377
  • Location: Tacoma,wa
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #6 on: November 29, 2018, 05:01:44 PM »
 Bummer You guys didn't connect,  but there is always next year :tup:
Gasman


It's 5 O'clock somewhere.......

Offline Naches Sportsman

  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (+4)
  • Frontiersman
  • *****
  • Join Date: Aug 2010
  • Posts: 2769
  • Location: Idaho
Re: Trip report for 336/342 @ BBQ Flats
« Reply #7 on: November 29, 2018, 11:20:16 PM »
We came over from the wet side on Sunday and I just wanted to get some boot time in so we dropped in to 336 before checking in the hotel in Ellensburg (avoid the Motel 6 for multiple reasons) We went in on Elk Heights Road and went straight in and hiked up to the ridge and worked back down towards the ranch. LOTS and LOTS of deer and not much, if any, elk sign. There was about 6-8 inches of new snow on the north side of the ridge. We put some significant miles in and found every game animal except elk including turkeys and two very good bucks.  If you are hunting deer late, this is your spot!! In the afternoon we worked the shelf and the ridge on the north side of Taneum road and again, dozens of deer and not much elk sign-did see a bear though. The following days were spent in 342 around Umptanum Creek and ultimately IVO of BBQ flats. The road from Umptanum Creek down to Wenas was a skating rink and very risky for those without chains. It was still frozen when we left yesterday. Took us a day and a half but we found a herd that had little to no pressure, in fact they were exactly where we left them the day before. Folks were driving right past em and not seeing them and I only saw one other hunter on foot. You miss so much in your vehicle. I never saw a herd just out in the open during the daylight hours even though i spent hours glassing every opening. We also saw animals up and off the Audobon Road that were being a little more pressured. If you are headed out in the next couple days, I can give you some more detailed information. The animals didn't look as though they were in a hurry to leave so they should still be there. We didn't connect but had an awesome time being out in the field and seeing animals with opportunities. You guys have helped me in the past and I want to do the same if anyone needs it. Good Luck till next year.

Oh he!!, that section of roads a peach! Try driving it twice a day.

 :chuckle:

 


* Advertisement

* Recent Topics

GROUSE 2025...the Season is looming! by Dave Workman
[Today at 01:01:22 PM]


MA-10 Coho by cavemann
[Today at 12:47:15 PM]


Blue Mtn Foothills West Rifle Tag by geauxtigers
[Today at 12:34:20 PM]


AUCTION: SE Idaho DIY Deer or Deer/Elk Hunt by bearpaw
[Today at 12:02:58 PM]


2025 Montana alternate list by TT13
[Today at 11:30:26 AM]


50 inch SXS and Tracks? by jrebel
[Today at 11:20:33 AM]


Sockeye Numbers by Southpole
[Today at 11:12:46 AM]


3 pintails by metlhead
[Today at 11:07:43 AM]


KODIAK06 2025 trail cam and personal pics thread by hunter399
[Today at 10:29:40 AM]


Modified game cart... 🛒 by Dan-o
[Today at 08:44:37 AM]


Velvet by Brute
[Today at 08:37:08 AM]


Calling Bears by hunter399
[Today at 06:12:44 AM]


HUNTNNW 2025 trail cam thread and photos by kodiak06
[Today at 05:43:11 AM]


Lizard Cam by NOCK NOCK
[Today at 04:48:54 AM]


Pocket Carry by Westside88
[Yesterday at 09:33:35 PM]


2025 Coyotes by JakeLand
[Yesterday at 07:15:03 PM]


Toutle Quality Bull - Rifle by Yeti419
[Yesterday at 06:11:55 PM]


AKC lab puppies! Born 06/10/2025 follow as they grow!!! by scottfrick
[Yesterday at 02:14:23 PM]


2025 Crab! by Stein
[Yesterday at 01:48:55 PM]


Sauk Unit Youth Elk Tips by Kales15
[Yesterday at 01:04:52 PM]

SimplePortal 2.3.7 © 2008-2025, SimplePortal