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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: zackmioli on August 28, 2012, 09:23:59 PM

Title: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 28, 2012, 09:23:59 PM: Just a question for access into the winston unit, can you get into it off the Kosmos Rd, cross the fishing bridge and hang a right? will that take you into the winston or no? If not, what is another entry point, looking for a backup in case my area doesnt open the woods back up. any other suggestions for a decent back up plan are appreciated. im prayin for rain.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: lghtnquik on August 28, 2012, 09:26:55 PM: Nope Port Blakely has it shut down
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Post by: johnr060 on August 28, 2012, 10:10:33 PM: For all access??? I believe it's only shut down to vehichles.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: bobcat on August 28, 2012, 10:21:58 PM: Quote
All Port Blakely Timberlands Closed Due to Extreme Fire Danger

8/15/2012 - Port Blakely Tree Farms’ Forests Closed Until Further Notice

Prolonged hot and dry weather conditions coupled with forecasted lightning in the foothills of the Cascades raised the risk of forest fires in the region. Until further notice, PORT BLAKELY TREE FARMS forestland in Washington and Oregon is closed to ALL public access. This closure applies to foot, horse, motorized and any other form of access.

While we regret any inconvenience this may cause to recreational users, our decision to prohibit access reflects our priorities: safety and the protection of our forests. Port Blakely employees and security officials are monitoring the weather conditions and unauthorized access.

This closure to all traffic is temporary. Regular allowable access will be permitted once the risk of forest fires decreases and forest conditions are considered safe.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: bowhunterty on August 29, 2012, 11:09:36 AM: It was posted closed two weeks ago to all access.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 12:09:15 PM: so what are some other options for how to access the winston unit?
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: bowjunkie on August 29, 2012, 12:33:51 PM: im just a the new guy but to best of my knowledge most is private wayerhauser land and a couple spots are DNR and blakley all i can say is buy the map at the touttle or kid valley gas station of the private land and hope they dont close for fire danger and get a hold of the DNR quadrangle map they have a place in tumwater u can buy them both are about $8.00 hope this helps
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: fireweed on August 29, 2012, 12:42:55 PM: Does anyone know if Pt. Blakely has shut down the USFS access to the Goat Crk Trail?? Every time that happens, the head of the Mt. St. Helens Monument gets a call from me to get a proper easement to PUBLIC LAND.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 12:51:13 PM: Quote from: fireweed on August 29, 2012, 12:42:55 PM
Does anyone know if Pt. Blakely has shut down the USFS access to the Goat Crk Trail?? Every time that happens, the head of the Mt. St. Helens Monument gets a call from me to get a proper easement to PUBLIC LAND.

as far as i know all port blakely land and roads are closed to any public access. and the 25 rd is closed at woods creek for construction. i dont know of any other way up to the st helens monument. maybe you can go up the 23 and then cut back across or come in from the backside?
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: Cascader74 on August 29, 2012, 12:56:22 PM: There's access from Winston/Salmon Creek rd. Heading east just after you cross Mayfield lake, first right that's not a driveway. The 1000 line heads east & 3000-Camp Nine rd heads east. They're only makes by spray on trees no actual signs.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 03:53:58 PM: just made my reservation at kidd valley campground, be there saturday thru whenever. gonna get 3 days of scouting in. who else will be down there?! :hello:
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: cem3434 on August 29, 2012, 04:14:48 PM: Make sure you call Weyco before heading out. Their number is 866-636-6531 and as of yesterday, it was closed to all motorized public access, except along the public access corridors. These are the 4100 Road, 4200 Road, 1900 Road and 8050 road. Dont leave these roads otherwise you may get a ticket. Walk in, mountain bike and horseback is the only access open on Weyco land. Good luck to all you arrow flingers this weekend!
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: h2ofowlr on August 29, 2012, 06:13:08 PM: Quote from: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 03:53:58 PM
just made my reservation at kidd valley campground, be there saturday thru whenever. gonna get 3 days of scouting in. who else will be down there?! :hello:

You will be the only one down there. I would bring a mountain bike and some running shoes. :chuckle:
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 07:24:04 PM: Quote from: h2ofowlr on August 29, 2012, 06:13:08 PM
Quote from: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 03:53:58 PM
just made my reservation at kidd valley campground, be there saturday thru whenever. gonna get 3 days of scouting in. who else will be down there?! :hello:

You will be the only one down there. I would bring a mountain bike and some running shoes. :chuckle:
just trying to see if anyone else is camping at kidd valley, maybe shoot the chit a bit at night is all. i know the winston gets hit hard but my area isnt open so i had to go somewhere. ill have my bike as well.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: h2ofowlr on August 29, 2012, 07:26:09 PM: You will run into guys on Huntwa there. More will be down towards the Toutle store or property that was posted on this forum offering spots to stay.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: cwuwildcat on August 29, 2012, 11:33:00 PM: Maybe tack up a paper plate with huntwa written on it. Maybe get someone to drop by and shoot the bull.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: johnr060 on August 30, 2012, 07:43:14 AM: Quote from: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 03:53:58 PM
just made my reservation at kidd valley campground, be there saturday thru whenever. gonna get 3 days of scouting in. who else will be down there?! :hello:
I will be there from Monday til the end of the season. Look for the 29 ft arctic fox fifth wheel and come say hi. :tup:
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: funkster on August 30, 2012, 08:30:18 AM: There should be an unwritten rule adopted by hunters, no scouting or calling a week before the opener :chuckle: It would be more like an ambush instead of screaming over a bullhorn IT'S HUNTING SEASON :twocents:

BTW, if you don't have your calling down by season practicing at the campground isn't going to help...ha ha
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: bowjunkie on August 30, 2012, 09:50:40 AM: so lets say an elk trips and falls and i get lucky enough to tag it. Is there any place that will hang my game and keep it kool in the winston or surrounding area.
Title: Re: Winston Unit question.
Post by: zackmioli on August 30, 2012, 12:44:43 PM: Quote from: johnr060 on August 30, 2012, 07:43:14 AM
Quote from: zackmioli on August 29, 2012, 03:53:58 PM
just made my reservation at kidd valley campground, be there saturday thru whenever. gonna get 3 days of scouting in. who else will be down there?! :hello:
I will be there from Monday til the end of the season. Look for the 29 ft arctic fox fifth wheel and come say hi. :tup:
sounds good! we will just have 2 tents in our site. i drive a red dodge ram 1500 with matching canopy.