Skokomish quality deer permit

[monster10]

 Hey guys,well stupid me drew a permit for quality deer in Nov. Ive never hunted that area, how is the hunting over there? My permit is for a 3pt or better with a bow. Is it a long shot or a good shot for a big buck in that unit.Thanks for your imput.  Greg

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

I guess we might have to hook up, my permit is 2pt or better, Nov 1st-24th Archery.

[washelkhntr]

  My permit is for a 3pt or better with a bow.

Since when did the Skok go to 3 PT or better?

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

I think he just misread the permit, mine is 2pt+

[monster10]

  My permit is for a 3pt or better with a bow.

Since when did the Skok go to 3 PT or better?

I have no idea but my card says 3pt or better.Like a tool shed I put in for everything because I never get anything .Well this year it caught up with me I got a Margaret cow tag(bow).Skok quality deer,Whidby Island 2ed deer.good thing I dont need to go for moose.

[monster10]

I guess we might have to hook up, my permit is 2pt or better, Nov 1st-24th Archery.

Thats weird my card is for the same dates but it says 3pt min.Maybee I need to check into it a 2pt is fine for me.Im just thinking 3pt hell its not easy to get a buck at all.Unless I just suck.I get a deer every year but only 1 4pt 2years ago that my biggest bow buck.

[washelkhntr]

Well, if you can't nail a 3PT in 636 there are some serious issues. I saw one hell of a 5x4 this summer on the road up to Jefferson Lake.

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

Maybe you want to borrow my glasses ?
Or you have a different permit.
Hunt#:1063                                                                  SPECIES: DEER
Hunt Name; SKOKOMISH                                                 YEAR: 2010
SEASON; NOV. 1-24                                                      CATEGORY: QUALITY DEER
BOUNDARY; GMU 636
RESTRICTION; 2PT. MIN.

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

The Elk permits are 3pt min,

[monster10]

Maybe you want to borrow my glasses ?
Or you have a different permit.
Hunt#:1063                                                                  SPECIES: DEER
Hunt Name; SKOKOMISH                                                 YEAR: 2010
SEASON; NOV. 1-24                                                      CATEGORY: QUALITY DEER
BOUNDARY; GMU 636
RESTRICTION; 2PT. MIN.

No eyes good says 3pt min looking at it I guess I must have a error on my card same hunt # same dates 3pt min. looks like I need to make some calls. Is the hunting good in 636?

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

1063 Skokomish Archery Nov. 1-24 2 pt. min. GMU 636 10 NEW, out of the pamphlet, I would DEFINATELY call wdfw and find out why yours has a misprint.......
Hunting is good everywhere, as far as harvesting........
lots of deer in unit,
GMU 636-SKOKOMISH (Grays Harbor and Mason counties): 

2006 General Harvest = (Deer - 145) ( Elk - 0) ( Bear - 13) ( Cougar - 2) (Turkey - 0)

2007 General Harvest = (Deer - 167)  ( Elk - 0)( Bear -20)  ( Cougar - ?)(Turkey -0)

2008 General Harvest = (Deer - 139) ( Elk - 0) ( Bear - 40) (Cougar - ?) (Turkey -0)
 


Skokomish Valley rd, FR 2270 (along the east side of Wynoochee lake are access points to hundreds of miles of logging roads.  This is a popular area, but, use the crowds to your advantage by getting out of your rig and finding closed or gated areas to hike into.  The other hunters will push the deer into those areas.  Permit only elk unit.

Look for the road closure areas around Lake Cushman, Humptulips River, and the upper Wynoochee River to hold opportunity for non motorized hunting.

Early Season High Buck Hunt Info WARNING! These areas are rugged and should only be hunted by those with  extensive experience in mountaineering and wilderness travel!!!

Wonder Mountain Wilderness Size: 2,349 acres (USFS website)
Key Access Points: FS Roads #2355 & #2451-100
NOTE: Cross-country access only. There are no constructed trails in the Wonder Mountain Wilderness.
Elevation Range: 1,740' to 4,758'
Wilderness Permit: None Required

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This 2,349 acre Wilderness is one of the smallest wildernesses in the Western United States. Wonder Mountain Wilderness borders the Olympic National Park and is located west of Lake Cushman in Mason County. Terrain is generally rugged and ranges from a low of 1,740 feet in McKay Creek to the summit of Wonder Mountain at 4,758 feet. The lower slopes are heavily timbered with dense stands of Douglas- fir, western hemlock, and Pacific silver fir. Massive rock outcrops and precipitous pinnacles are common in the higher elevations.

Wonder Mountain is the highest peak in the Wilderness. Wonder Ponds and several other ponds are located in the high headwaters of McKay Creek. There are no rivers or major streams in the Wilderness. The two major access roads have seasonal closures from October 1 to May 1 to protect wildlife. RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES The Wonder Mountain Wilderness has good opportunities for backpacking, mountain climbing, fishing, and camping in a primitive setting. Opportunities for solitude are excellent.  There are no trails within this Wilderness. Access is only by cross-country travel. Wilderness travelers should carry map and compass for route finding.  Wilderness visitors should always carry rain gear and adequate clothing, food, and backpacking equipment. Proper boots and clothing should be worn.

NOTICE

Fires above 3,500 feet elevation and groups consisting of more than 12 persons are prohibited within the Wilderness. FIRES AT WONDER PONDS AND ALL OTHER PONDS IN THE WILDERNESS ARE PROHIBITED. STOVES ONLY.
 

[MLBowhunting]

lots of deer, lots of hunters and a few big bucks

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

There wont be very many hunters Nov. 1st-18th, only 10 permit holders, and 8 MF Elk permits, Nov 6th-16th, shouldn't be very crowded.....

[chester]

Well, if you can't nail a 3PT in 636 there are some serious issues. I saw one hell of a 5x4 this summer on the road up to Jefferson Lake.

Jefferson Lake is in Gmu 621

[Taznatrz]

I also have drawn this tag any help at all would be much appreciated

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

And you live in Montesano ?
We need to talk !!

[Taznatrz]

And you live in Montesano ?
We need to talk !!

yes i live in Montesano however i do not hunt in the Skok area.  I usually am a hunting for Elk in Minot area however i drew this tag by chance so its time to expand where i hunt.  Especially after this early season i can not believe how many people were in my area hunting elk... 

[STIKNSTRINGBOW]

I hunted there years ago, used to pick the Blue Huckleberries up above the falls.
I have not been there in a while, but figured it would be a good chance to get out for 3 extra weeks of deer season.
I was also planning on using some of my time scouting for late Elk in the Wynoochee.
I will be heading out there to burn some gas and peek in behind a gate or two this month, and just look around to get a feel for area.