Why out of state?!

[bobcat]

perfect swift;  the only WA guy that stays in-state;  keep telling yourself it is all good here, less competition out of state for the rest of us

no competition for me...i hunt private land and public land that no one else hunts so i don't really need to find a "less" competitive area? Had an uncle who lived in Enterprise oregon...his driveway was 16 miles long and closest neighbor was 9 miles away. He was a cattleman who had more than 6000 acres of untouched prime hunting land...i never found the need to go hunt it...just driving to the house you'd see tons of elk,deer and bears...it was to simple.

Sounds to me like you must not like hunting that much then, Swift. I'd of been hunting Oregon and Washington every year, if I was you.

[muleyguy]

post some pics of your bucks

[Swiftkid]

Muley...i don't need to post pictures of my bucks. The ones that actually matter...aren't even the biggest, there the ones that got away.

[Prime Time]

perfect swift;  the only WA guy that stays in-state;  keep telling yourself it is all good here, less competition out of state for the rest of us

no competition for me...i hunt private land and public land that no one else hunts so i don't really need to find a "less" competitive area? Had an uncle who lived in Enterprise oregon...his driveway was 16 miles long and closest neighbor was 9 miles away. He was a cattleman who had more than 6000 acres of untouched prime hunting land...i never found the need to go hunt it...just driving to the house you'd see tons of elk,deer and bears...it was to simple.

Sounds to me like you must not like hunting that much then, Swift. I'd of been hunting Oregon and Washington every year, if I was you.

It's just too simple for him..ah the luxury of having private ground to yourself, now that is HUNTING for that big one.

[washelkhntr]

 

[alecvg]

Okay, here is my  

You see bigger bucks on general hunts.  You can hunt the rut OTC in Montana.  You see more deer, which is alot more fun in my book, than seeing a few three points all season here in washington.  You apply for a tag in Washington for 15 years, and maybe get drawn, with a chance of getting a 180 buck if you hold out all season.  You apply for a tag in Colorado for 2 or 3 years, for a unit with much better hunting and chances at much bigger bucks.  You hunt states with quality animals, better managed, and better seasons.  I don't see how washington could ever be thought as as better.  But to each their own.

[Prime Time]

Muley...i don't need to post pictures of my bucks. The ones that actually matter...aren't even the biggest, there the ones that got away.

  I had a feeling that was coming

[Swiftkid]

perfect swift;  the only WA guy that stays in-state;  keep telling yourself it is all good here, less competition out of state for the rest of us

no competition for me...i hunt private land and public land that no one else hunts so i don't really need to find a "less" competitive area? Had an uncle who lived in Enterprise oregon...his driveway was 16 miles long and closest neighbor was 9 miles away. He was a cattleman who had more than 6000 acres of untouched prime hunting land...i never found the need to go hunt it...just driving to the house you'd see tons of elk,deer and bears...it was to simple.

Sounds to me like you must not like hunting that much then, Swift. I'd of been hunting Oregon and Washington every year, if I was you.

It's just too simple for him..ah the luxury of having private ground to yourself, now that is HUNTING for that big one.

FYI shot my buck on public land this year.

[alecvg]

Muley...i don't need to post pictures of my bucks. The ones that actually matter...aren't even the biggest, there the ones that got away.

  I had a feeling that was coming

Me too      

[muleyguy]

Muley...i don't need to post pictures of my bucks. The ones that actually matter...aren't even the biggest, there the ones that got away.

thats what i figured........

[JimmyHoffa]

Certain times, things are simple because people don't want to make it more challenging.  You can adjust your technique in areas with higher visible game populations to increase the challenge.  I don't exactly like finding one spot and milking year after year.  Sometimes I'll give the same spot a different approach, but I like learning new areas and methods.  The other states that I've hunted would probably be just as difficult (even with all their game) as Washington if they had forests as thick as I've hunted here.  There are also animals in other states that you can't get here.....new terrain, new methods.  Learning the ways of ALL the animals is what I really like.  And as mentioned, Washington's short seasons and small bag limits aren't always fulfilling for those who thrive on being in the woods.  Is tomorrow morning here yet?

[bobcat]

The only real reason a person would not want to hunt a state that is better than Washington is because they can't afford it, or just don't want to spend the money. And that's understandable too. There are other priorities in life (for some people.) But to say you don't want to hunt another state because it's "too simple" or too easy? Come on! Swiftkid, you'll come around. I see you're only 21- you'll get tired of hunting here and you'll want to experience something else. Just give it time, you'll see.

[Wazukie]

I only hunt Washington state.  Been in this state since 1965.  I suppose if I could afford it I would go to Alaska to hunt moose and brownies, but I do enjoy it here where I hunt.  I hunt to put food on the table.  I know, I know, many of you spend thousands a year for the hunt.  Some of you have said that you've already spent $1000 just on gas.  I can tell you that I have spent only about $200 total for the deer and bear that we took so far this year and that includes licenses for my son and I.  I spend a lot of time in the woods and usually know where the animals are.  For me, it's not about the kill, its about the hunt and meat on the table and I will always do that where ever and whenever I can.  Just my

[Swiftkid]

I think Miles knows where i'm coming from...i love hunting WA, i like hunting the areas i grew up hunting, i hope one day my son will learn to hunt the area i do. I like knowing what is around every bend and the challenge to find a buck that i want to shoot.

[Prime Time]

I think Miles knows where i'm coming from...i love hunting WA, i like hunting the areas i grew up hunting, i hope one day my son will learn to hunt the area i do. I like knowing what is around every bend and the challenge to find a buck that i want to shoot.

I don't think anyone has said that they don't like hunting this state, but there is other places to hunt with more animals but by no means does it mean it's any less challenging to find a buck you want to shoot? I like hunting out of state because I see more game, and have a good time doing something different, hunting new country. But that doesn't mean I don't love hunting here around home too?