Wenaha West Tag

[Skywagon_185]

With my first E side tag, I've drawn the West Wenaha rifle tag.  13 points got it for me.  I've never applied for any garbage tags,  (Cow tags etc)  In '96 drew the Mt Adams wilderness tag and killed a dandy!!  (Tagged and collared by the Yakima Tribe) 
I don't know jack chit about the W. Wenaha except that it's nasty ground.  Steep and all uphill.  I've been studying the topog maps and know I'm in for a challenge.
I'd appreciate any tips that the locals can give me.  Also looking for local packers that may be able to help me out. Pack horses.
I'm 63 yrs old and long in the tooth and short on ability. (Physically) Any info ya'll can give me will be much appreciated.
Thanks
Mike

[Crunchy]

Wish I could help you but I havent set foot in that unit.  I hope someone wil chime in with some info.

[huntnphool]

Welcome to the site Skywagon, make sure you hit the introduction thread and tell everyone a little bit about yourself. At 63 I bet you have some good stories.

[yelp]

I would send a PM to Mtncook see if he can help ya..I believe he outfits in that area..not sure though..Also I would call Spokane office for phone contacts for local bios down there..good luck.

[Skywagon_185]

I've done the introduction thing a couple days ago.  I ain't no rookie!! 
Again,   thanks in advance for any info on what will probably be my last serious elk hunt.  And yes,  I do have a couple stories to tell.
Mike

[nwhunter]

Good tag to draw and ya its going to test your physical ability no doubt. If you want/need to use a licensed packer Dave who goes by mtcook on here can help you out but only in the eastern part of that unit. I guided for him last year in the east wenaha and can vouch for his ability to pack and outfit and is a great guy and will do all he can to help make your hunt a once in a lifetime experience in the Blues. His email is  www.westernlifeoutfitters.com If you plan to use him that may determine where you can hunt so get a hold of him soon so you can plan/scout accordingly. Good luck and enjoy your tag. Its a great well managed area but you still have to work hard for a good bull, they don't just hang out on the open ridges waiting to get picked off which I am sure you know. nwhunter

[BoomWhop]

Good luck, that is truly a dream tag.  Hire a pro, that country is no joke. Make sure to post pics of your Bull when you tip it over.

[carpsniperg2]

good luck with the tag

[plague]

The Wenaha west tag is in part of the non-commercial zone of the wilderness.  There are no guides, packers or outfitters allowed, by law anyways.  Your going to have to recruit some buddies to help you.  It's a great tag however.  With a little luck you could get the bull of your life.

[willapawapiti]

Skywagon,
     PM sent! 

[youngchristof]

good luck on your tag.  there are no guides allowed in that area.  it is a do it yourself tag and your right the terrain is all up hill.

[nwhunter]

youngc, That isn't true in the eastern portion of the unit you can hire a licensed outfitter or guide.nwhunter

[eastsidebugle]

Hey Sky wagon....  Where are you camping???  We hunt up there... Email me seedwheat@live.com

[mtncook]

Thanks for the support nwhunter.  And yes I have talked to skywagon he calle d the other night. And for you guys that think all of Wenaha West is non commercial you are mistaken.  I have explained to skywagon my unit boundries.  My boundries are almost to the Twin Buttes road and east from there to the East/West border.  The Umatilla National Forest Office can confirm my permit area.

mtncook

[eastsidebugle]

mtn cook where are you from again?  We have the last cabin by slick ear trail