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Title: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: kerrdog on September 25, 2012, 10:26:18 AM

I've pulled a special permit for doe for Coweeman, but I'm hearing that Weyerhauser has everything closed.  Can anyone tell me if there is a part of Coweeman that I can access for this hunt. 

Thanks in advance.

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: Chukarhead on September 25, 2012, 11:15:25 AM

Check out some maps, such as the Cowlitz County Assessor's database.  Knock on doors.  There's virtually no public land in the Coweeman, aside from a small block in the SE corner (see WDFW maps).

Keep an eye on Weyco's recreational access line.  They may open it at the last second for next weekend (elk opener).  I assume you're talking about muzzleloader season?

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: kerrdog on September 25, 2012, 06:06:47 PM

Thanks Chukarhead.  Yes, I'm talking about muzzleloader season. 

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: shorthair15 on September 26, 2012, 05:11:27 PM

good luck to you .i hunt that unit alot and it is closed to all public acess still. i live right by the unit. call the access line maybe you will get lucky :dunno: without any rain i doubt they will open it.

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: kerrdog on September 27, 2012, 06:07:23 AM

Thanks shorhair15. I've tried to call the access line and get a recording that talks about the St. Helens Tree farm.  Is that Coweeman?Is there another number?  If you notice that they open up can you give me a heads up?  Thanks again.

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: Angus on September 27, 2012, 07:12:09 AM

Quote from: kerrdog on September 27, 2012, 06:07:23 AM

If you notice that they open up can you give me a heads up?  Thanks again.

When it opens there will probably be a minimum of 3 posts started here within the 1st hour of  the announcement, you'll know! :chuckle:

Title: Re: Coweeman Doe Tag. Need help.
Post by: shorthair15 on September 27, 2012, 05:01:51 PM

the bad thing is it will have to rain alot for about two weeks before they open it to public access as that is what it took last time it was dry like this. they weather will change soon. yes the coweeman unit is part of the st helens tree farm. if they dont open it maybe you can call wdfw and see if you can return the permit and  get your points back.