Selkirk Mtns. A Moose Hunt

[bentley30-06]

It was brought to me attention as of last night that I was a lucky draw for a moose hunt.  I am an experienced hunter with bucks, bulls, and bears under my belt.  However, I have never even thought of venturing into a moose hunt.  The hunt is in the Selkirk Mountains A for any moose.  Does anyone have any information that can be provided in regards to the area and the best tactics to use, timing on the hunt, places to go, places to stay or camp, anything would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

[Jburke]

Well you will probably catch crap from people about asking for help on your first post but I don't care about that.  It's a once in a lifetime tag and I'll at least tell you what I know.  The area is steep and dense, but there are definatly moose if you put in the effort.  I would get out and do as much scouting as you can in advance because it's not going to be a walk in the park to find them.  There are some great places to camp up at Sullivan lake.  There is a nice campground there, as well as a few others scattered in that unit.  Get a map and most of them will show up on it.  Also, be warned that you will be hunting in Grizzly country so be aware of that.  Good luck on your hunt, hope to see some pictures after it's all said and done.

[JColony]

I havn't spent a whole lot of time up that way, but in the little time I have spent I have seen plenty of moose.  By the way, you stole my tag!  I took a crack at elk hunting up that way a few years ago around Bunchgrass meadows and in one weekend I saw 4 moose, 2 of which were definately early season shooters.  Should be a real fun hunt, beautiful country up that way.  Keep us posted!

[Heredoggydoggy]

I deer hunt the muzzleloader season in 113 and a few years ago my buddy and I saw a moose coming down the road on top of a vehicle. (Yeah, it was dead, all you jokers!)  We were up in the CCA area.  Take the right at the north end of the Indian Res. and go way up in there.  Lots of area up there to check out.  Deer, Bear and Elk as well.  Don't get et by a Grizz.  Good Luck.  Looks like you got one of only 17 tags, no?

[bentley30-06]

I believe there were 22 permits awarded this year for the Selkirk Mtns. A

[blindpig]

One of the funnest hunts I ever went on.  My buddy drew that tag a couple years ago, the memory is forever mounted above his mantel.  Have fun!

[bentley30-06]

I appreciate any and all forms of advice.  I am aware that it is Grizzly country and I will be sure to bring along my trusty sidearm.  I am going to make a few attempts at scouting the area.  I will be sure to post anything that I encounter during the scout and the hunt. Hopefully it wont involve a grizzly.....

[Nape.257]

I hunt up LeClerc Creek Rd. That would be where I would start take a drive up 1935 It will take you over Monumental Mountain and come out at Noisy Creek near Sullivan Lake.

The pick below has cordnants of a camping spot on the way up 1935 at the back is a trail that will take you to what use to be a beaver pond it would be a good place for a game camera.

Hope you have horses or some friend's with strong backs lol.

O and it's not the Grizz one worry's about up there it's the Wolf!

[cle elum bowhunter]

Bentley, I had the selkirk tag last season.  I have to pack up for a softball tournament but will be glad to give some tips I learned last season.  I will try to get back to you on Monday from work. Your in for some fun. 

[BOWHUNTER45]

Well you will probably catch crap from people about asking for help on your first post but I don't care about that.  It's a once in a lifetime tag and I'll at least tell you what I know.  The area is steep and dense, but there are definatly moose if you put in the effort.  I would get out and do as much scouting as you can in advance because it's not going to be a walk in the park to find them.  There are some great places to camp up at Sullivan lake.  There is a nice campground there, as well as a few others scattered in that unit.  Get a map and most of them will show up on it.  Also, be warned that you will be hunting in Grizzly country so be aware of that.  Good luck on your hunt, hope to see some pictures after it's all said and done.

:yeah:Wish I could help but never gotten one to tell ya anything ...except I see moose crap everywhere I go in the spring ....

[Devinshoe]

 I have seen and heard of the monster bulls up over there.  And a guy i know has a set of paddles that are number 4 in the state for sheds from over there. My best advice is go really High seems to be where they are in the fall. And the coyotes are really big over there! If you see one just shoot it. Help the elk and moose. Good Luck! Should be a amazing hunt!

[bentley30-06]

I dont understand why people would be offended or angered at the fact that there are hunters asking fellow hunters for general advice.  Isn't that not half the point for a forum based website?  However I appreciate any and all criticism and advice.  Thanks. 

[deerdog]

Hey Bentley
 Maybe I will see you up there this fall, I also drew the tag. If not congrats on the tag and good luck this fall.

[CAMPMEAT]

I dont understand why people would be offended or angered at the fact that there are hunters asking fellow hunters for general advice.  Isn't that not half the point for a forum based website?  However I appreciate any and all criticism and advice.  Thanks. 

Exactly. This is what it's all about !

[carpsniperg2]

I don't understand why people would be offended or angered at the fact that there are hunters asking fellow hunters for general advice.  Isn't that not half the point for a forum based website?  However I appreciate any and all criticism and advice.  Thanks. 

Some people just don't like brand new members coming on with there first few posts saying- i don't know the area at all- where do i need to go- do you have any advise. Then they get help and dropping off the face of the earth.

To me it does not matter, if people want to share great! That shows good people! If i knew anything about the area I would help, but I have no clue there so I can't help. I know mt Spokane a little and have offered and helped more then a few people with the tags.