Quality elk tag, might be too late. It's a go!

[Ghost Hunter]

Eight points earned 2nd choice for a Teanaway archery bull.  One of two permits available for archery.  I haven't hunted that unit, would hunt out of mobile truck camp.  I hunt with a crossbow.  My problem is dealing with a bad shoulder over the last year.  No shoulder strength and has progressed to constant pain (why I'm posting at 1:00am).  Dr's not giving me much help or hope.  No way I could pull hunt off alone.  Contemplating returning the tag and give someone else the opportunity.  I would happily share meat for any help.  Just hate to not do it justice.   

[vandeman17]

Shoot me a pm. I might be able to help with your shoulder issues. Don’t give up on the tag just yet

[trophyhunt]

That was my second choice with 28 points......, I don't know the unit at all, was planning on lots of scouting if I did get lucky.  My shoulder is also messed up but for some reason I can still pull my bow back without too much pain.  Crossbow would be much easier, but constant pain would certainly be a huge factor.  I'm sure I'm far down the loser list so I won't try to talk you into returning your tag, but who knows when/if you'll draw it again. 

[kentrek]

Hunt your own hunt, you don't gotta do anything justice..  you may never draw this tag again...crossbows are insanely effective killing tools. Maybe semi guided hunt would be an option if processing the animal would be near impossible. I would do everything with in your power to make it happen..stay positive

[Feathernfurr]

I’d agree that the crossbow can be very effective. But I would treat it the same and know what it, and you, are capable of. I can’t tell you the amount of guys is see that 50-60 yard shots with those things because of the way the manufacturers advertise them. They may be fast as hell, but they don’t have the arrow weight to produce and maintain the kinetic energy that compound bows do. My father hunts with a raven crossbow. With the right broadhead it makes a hell of a hole, but it drops a lot past 40 yards. He’s killed a couple of great whitetails with it but they’re almost never pass throughs, and always longer track jobs even with well placed shots.

All that being said, I’d absolutely hunt it like others have said. If no one else offers, I’d be more than willing to try and assist if I’m capable!

[andersonjk4]

I'm no help with the hunt, but I would be careful publically offering up any parts of any game animal for compensation (bartering) for any good or service.  By the letter of the law, any sort of pre-determined agreement for compensation using game meat violates the law.

Here is the WAC language:
WAC 220-200-110 Buying or selling game unlawful—Game-farmed
meat exception. (1) It is unlawful to offer for sale, sell, purchase,
or barter edible parts of wild animals or game birds. It is unlawful
to offer for sale, sell, purchase, or barter edible parts of game
fish, except pursuant to RCW 77.65.480.

Back to the original topic.... Like others have said, you may never get the tag again, so as long as you feel you can get what you are looking for out of the experience, then I'm sure you can find help with the hunt.  If not, then maybe passing the opportunity to the next in line is what you want to do.
 

[Ghost Hunter]

I'm no help with the hunt, but I would be careful publically offering up any parts of any game animal for compensation (bartering) for any good or service.  By the letter of the law, any sort of pre-determined agreement for compensation using game meat violates the law.

Here is the WAC language:
WAC 220-200-110 Buying or selling game unlawful—Game-farmed
meat exception. (1) It is unlawful to offer for sale, sell, purchase,
or barter edible parts of wild animals or game birds. It is unlawful
to offer for sale, sell, purchase, or barter edible parts of game
fish, except pursuant to RCW 77.65.480.

Back to the original topic.... Like others have said, you may never get the tag again, so as long as you feel you can get what you are looking for out of the experience, then I'm sure you can find help with the hunt.  If not, then maybe passing the opportunity to the next in line is what you want to do.
 

I'm no help with the hunt, but I would be careful publically offering up any parts of any game animal for compensation (bartering) for any good or service.  By the letter of the law, any sort of pre-determined agreement for compensation using game meat violates the law.

Here is the WAC language:
WAC 220-200-110 Buying or selling game unlawful—Game-farmed
meat exception. (1) It is unlawful to offer for sale, sell, purchase,
or barter edible parts of wild animals or game birds. It is unlawful
to offer for sale, sell, purchase, or barter edible parts of game
fish, except pursuant to RCW 77.65.480.

Back to the original topic.... Like others have said, you may never get the tag again, so as long as you feel you can get what you are looking for out of the experience, then I'm sure you can find help with the hunt.  If not, then maybe passing the opportunity to the next in line is what you want to do.
 

To prevent wasting it, I offer to share it.  I've seen plenty of offers to help on here, I've accepted unsolicited help in the past, and shared the bounty.  I'll stand by that.  Seems to work for the commissioners.

[ghosthunter]

What are the dates of your hunt?

Depending on the dates, I am willing to help you, no compensation required. Depending on your needs.
 
I can possibly help you with spotting, retrieving and processing to get your animal out.
I have wall tents or can be mobile with tent cot out of my truck. Capstan winch and sleds for retrieval if needed. Camp with you a d handle camp chores.

All depends on your dates, as I have other commitments. Not a bow hunter.

Pm me if interested.

[Ghost Hunter]

What are the dates of your hunt?

Sept. 7 - 19 same as eastern archery general season.

[shmacker]

Shoot me a PM, I will be in the unit and can help with a pack out if needed.

[HntnFsh]

Once again I am very impressed with the generosity of the forum members here. Thank you all that have offered help!

[andersonjk4]

To prevent wasting it, I offer to share it.  I've seen plenty of offers to help on here, I've accepted unsolicited help in the past, and shared the bounty.  I'll stand by that.  Seems to work for the commissioners.
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  Sharing is awesome.  I have done the same myself both directions.  Just a word of caution for those who may not realize that bartering a service for game meat may get you in trouble.

Good luck on the hunt and a pat on the back for all who have offered to help.   

[Hitsman3]

I feel your pain, I’m currently at home recovering from shoulder surgery, torn rotator cuff. Luckily, I was able to have surgery, I was lucky enough to draw a sheep tag this year. I hope you can find someone to help you out! Good luck and share your story and pics if your willing.

[Rainier10]

Once again I am very impressed with the generosity of the forum members here. Thank you all that have offered help!

[Dan-o]

You're also a Hunt Wa Grand Master.

Getting an elk out might be the hardest part for you?

I'm betting that if you put out a HELP NEEDED post on Hunt Wa, you'd get other help in addition to those who have offered.

BEST OF LUCK!