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Title: spring bear tag
Post by: deaner on January 02, 2013, 06:48:53 AM
applications for spring bear open today, dont forget,  each one that gets tagged before the fawns drop helps
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 02, 2013, 06:51:09 AM
Come on baby!!!! 3 years in a row for north skagit would be pretty sweet :chuckle:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: ANDERWAGON on January 02, 2013, 06:57:30 AM

Hope to see this 

2013 BLACK BEAR Application Type: Individual Point used: 1
Hunt Choice Number Hunt Number Hunt Name Drawing Outcome
 KAPOWSIN SELECTED   :chuckle:

Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: saylean on January 02, 2013, 07:35:35 PM
This is my year... I can feel it. :tup:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: chrisb on January 03, 2013, 03:02:43 PM
Thinking of applying this year... How though? I don't see anything on the WDFW site.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: h20hunter on January 03, 2013, 03:07:51 PM
Just go buy the special permit and apply on line....you get drawn you go in and buy the tag.....at least thats how I understand it. You can PM Ripper or Drock.....they have both drawn in the past.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Bob33 on January 03, 2013, 03:08:29 PM
Thinking of applying this year... How though? I don't see anything on the WDFW site.
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/

You need to purchase a 2013 license, and then purchase a spring bear application.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: fire*guy on January 03, 2013, 08:16:27 PM
Has the Game Department posted how many tags will be give out in each area this year yet ? :dunno:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 03, 2013, 08:25:54 PM
Thinking of applying this year... How though? I don't see anything on the WDFW site.
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/

You need to purchase a 2013 license, and then purchase a spring bear application.

What gets me is, we already have a hunting license until March, so why does the WDFW make us buy a 2013 tag before we can apply for a spring bear tag ? It's to generate more revenue. Total BS in my mind.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Bob33 on January 03, 2013, 08:28:25 PM
You could not hunt a 2013 spring bear without a 2013 license.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: addicted2hunting on January 04, 2013, 03:29:45 PM
How does the land access thing work for the north skagit draw? I want to apply but not sure how the land access works?
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: h20hunter on January 04, 2013, 03:31:33 PM
Gate keys......however...not all keys fit all gates...
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: trophyhunt on January 04, 2013, 03:58:14 PM
Has the Game Department posted how many tags will be give out in each area this year yet ? :dunno:
Yes, this years (or last) has the 2013-14 spring tag numbers in it.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: MtnMuley on January 04, 2013, 04:00:47 PM
Thinking of applying this year... How though? I don't see anything on the WDFW site.
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/

You need to purchase a 2013 license, and then purchase a spring bear application.

What gets me is, we already have a hunting license until March, so why does the WDFW make us buy a 2013 tag before we can apply for a spring bear tag ? It's to generate more revenue. Total BS in my mind.

Really?  So you're wanting to get drawn to hunt bears and use last years license?  Gotta be a better reason to rag on WDFW than that?
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: D-Rock425 on January 04, 2013, 04:37:47 PM
Im due for a tag i think.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Maverick on January 04, 2013, 04:47:01 PM
Thinking of putting in myself. Never have before.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: bullcrazy on January 04, 2013, 07:52:17 PM
I'm chomping at the bit to draw my first spring tag. I think I will be going in with 3 pts, maybe another year or two and I'll get it! Always a chance this year
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 05, 2013, 04:19:16 AM
I have got it back to back 2 years in a row. So there is always a chance.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: addicted2hunting on January 05, 2013, 11:25:19 AM
this is my first year puting in for it. never hunted spring bear before.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: shanevg on January 19, 2013, 11:32:35 AM
6 points for me this year.  I better draw! 
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Ripper on January 19, 2013, 12:22:22 PM
I put my app in a few day's ago. I'm hoping for 2 draws in a row. After last years learning curve I think I have a much better chance this time. That being said, if anyone else who get's drawn for Monroe want's some help, let me know. I'll grab H2O and/or D-Rock and we'll give you a hand. H2O, D-Rock, when's the next poker game?
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: KFhunter on January 19, 2013, 12:44:32 PM
question on group draw


Say I got 5 points and made myself group leader, and a person who has no points decides to join and enters my wild ID# and passcode and joins my group.

Will my 5 points help them?  Or will their 0 points hinder me?

Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on January 19, 2013, 12:56:17 PM
If you currently have 5 points, when you apply your count will go to 6 and your buddy will have 1 when he submits his application.  I believe they will combine your points then use an average for your application.  I don't know if they will round-up to 4 points or down to three though, since your average would be 3.5.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Cap.Silver on January 19, 2013, 01:18:17 PM
this is my first year puting in for it. never hunted spring bear before.
:yeah:
App in ,be waiting for the draw results...... Ripper offered his help if I get drawn -what a nice guy he is  :tup:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: klikboom on January 19, 2013, 01:26:26 PM
I am so ready to draw! This year is 6 pts for me I believe, never drawn a single tag in 5 past years. Just getting my 300 WSM setup too, it would be a mighty good year to put the hammer down on a bruin.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: notellumcreek on January 19, 2013, 01:36:41 PM
Can someone help in pointing me to where exactly on the wdfw site we apply? I purchased all my hunting tags about a month ago, when I login to "purchase" anything else I just have the generic fishing and hunting crap listed to buy, but no listing for spring bear application? You would think sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day would make me more tech savvy... I guess not   :chuckle:  :dunno:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: saylean on January 19, 2013, 01:51:02 PM
Can someone help in pointing me to where exactly on the wdfw site we apply? I purchased all my hunting tags about a month ago, when I login to "purchase" anything else I just have the generic fishing and hunting crap listed to buy, but no listing for spring bear application? You would think sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day would make me more tech savvy... I guess not   :chuckle:  :dunno:

If you've already gone here:
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/
and purchased a spring bear application, you need to go here:
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/wdfw/special_permits.html
and click on the tab on the right, called "Submit Application"
This tab will show you what you have purchased and are ready to submit. If there is nothing to submit, you have not purchased the application yet, and need to buy it.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: notellumcreek on January 19, 2013, 01:57:51 PM
If you've already gone here:
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/
and purchased a spring bear application, you need to go here:
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/wdfw/special_permits.html
and click on the tab on the right, called "Submit Application"
This tab will show you what you have purchased and are ready to submit. If there is nothing to submit, you have not purchased the application yet, and need to buy it.



I feel dumb to remember I did do everything the first time  :bash:... Thank you Saylean appreciate it.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: saylean on January 19, 2013, 02:00:49 PM
No worries man. Good luck this year!
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Bob33 on January 19, 2013, 02:15:26 PM
If you currently have 5 points, when you apply your count will go to 6 and your buddy will have 1 when he submits his application.  I believe they will combine your points then use an average for your application.  I don't know if they will round-up to 4 points or down to three though, since your average would be 3.5.
Averages round up. A group application with 6 and 1 point applicants will have 4 points.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: ShaneTyTrey on February 13, 2013, 10:09:17 PM
Took 6 points to draw the first one, hoping for the unthinkable and getting drawn back to back
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: 762Armo on February 14, 2013, 09:18:37 PM
Whats the deadline to apply for spring bear? I keep getting an "internal service error" on the site.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: bobcat on February 14, 2013, 09:24:58 PM
Feb. 28
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: 762Armo on February 14, 2013, 09:48:53 PM
Has anyone else gotten the error message when trying to purchase the license online? I tried to restart it a few times, but still getting the message.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on February 19, 2013, 12:38:14 PM
Did it to me twice today, just try again it will take it.

I hear when it does that you automatically get selected for your first choice, Skagit here I come!  :chuckle:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: trophyhunt on February 19, 2013, 12:43:40 PM
6 points for me this year.  I better draw!
It took me 6 points to draw 2 years ago, quite trying to get my tag!!!! :chuckle: :chuckle: I wonder if your trying for a certain corner of the state???
Title: spring bear tag
Post by: KopperBuck on February 19, 2013, 01:24:22 PM
Good luck all. On a side note, has anyone hunted spring bear in NE OR? PM's would be great so not to jack this thread. Just want to get some ideas.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: ShaneTyTrey on February 19, 2013, 07:48:46 PM
Good luck all. On a side note, has anyone hunted spring bear in NE OR? PM's would be great so not to jack this thread. Just want to get some ideas.
The best units in OR are tough draws for Non Residents, figure 6 years or so
Title: spring bear tag
Post by: KopperBuck on February 19, 2013, 08:38:15 PM
Resident now. Not this year, except for the lady and we're gonna hunt the wetside.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Michelle_Nelson on February 19, 2013, 09:01:42 PM
I hope I get drawn this Spring.  Drew in 2011 and harvested a nice color phase. 
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Sideswipe on February 20, 2013, 01:42:05 PM
Haven't been drawn since '08.  I'm so ripe I smell.  Good luck podners.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: h20hunter on February 20, 2013, 01:44:42 PM
I could have told you that old timer. I'm in for Monroe....give me a call if you get drawn.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Sideswipe on February 20, 2013, 01:50:01 PM
Yeah Monroe's #2.  Got some all-terrain tennis balls on the walker :chuckle:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: h20hunter on February 20, 2013, 01:53:20 PM
Nice...well played.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: mulehunter on February 20, 2013, 02:40:08 PM
6 points for me this year.  I better draw!   :o
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: 762Armo on February 20, 2013, 07:31:44 PM
WHAT THE %$#@   >:( >:(
I keep getting the same error. I've been trying pretty much everyday, and same message all the time. How would I go about this now?  :(
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: bobcat on February 20, 2013, 07:37:39 PM
WHAT THE %$#@   >:( >:(
I keep getting the same error. I've been trying pretty much everyday, and same message all the time. How would I go about this now?  :(

I think you should try going to a license dealer.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: h20hunter on February 20, 2013, 07:38:36 PM
Are you putting in for monroe? If so i wod maybe give it a few weeks then try again.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: grundy53 on February 20, 2013, 07:42:18 PM
I've been drawn twice. Including last year, so I'm not too hopeful. Here is what put in for...

1. Monroe
2. Kapowsin
3. North Skagit
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Worldhunter on February 20, 2013, 09:21:34 PM
I applied.. First year... Pretty sure I will not get drawn this time.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Maligator on February 21, 2013, 08:22:32 AM
Just purchased my spring bear permit, no I have to figure out where I will apply to hunt...decisions decisions... :dunno:

Meh, I have all weekend to decide before I submit  ;)

Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: cookingdaily on February 22, 2013, 08:45:14 PM
Got my spring bear tag anyone up to teaching the correct way?

Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: ellensburgpo on February 22, 2013, 08:59:48 PM
Got my spring bear tag anyone up to teaching the correct way?

They did the draw already?
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Maligator on February 23, 2013, 01:28:05 PM
Got my spring bear tag anyone up to teaching the correct way?

They did the draw already?

Nope...he's just really confident & believes in beginners luck    ;)   :dunno:
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: cookingdaily on February 23, 2013, 07:22:14 PM
It says transport tag (bear )

so I figure it's real
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: ellensburgpo on February 23, 2013, 07:24:35 PM
You have to get drawn for a spring bear tag, the tag you have now doesn't let you hunt bears in the spring without a special permit.
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Maligator on February 23, 2013, 07:32:20 PM
 :yeah:

Correctomundo...you have to purchase a "bear license" (which equates to a fall bear tag) in order to apply for a spring bear opportunity which is granted in a raffle fashion...but to be in the raffle you have to purchase a "spring bear permit raffle tag" in addition to the regular fall bear tag.

If you are not chosen you earn a point towards next years raffle and so on year after year... odds depend slightly on the area you choose to hunt during the spring bear hunt.

Good luck to you though  :)
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: LBES on February 23, 2013, 09:42:45 PM

Hope to see this 

2013 BLACK BEAR Application Type: Individual Point used: 1
Hunt Choice Number Hunt Number Hunt Name Drawing Outcome
 KAPOWSIN SELECTED   :chuckle:

 :yeah: :)
Title: Re: spring bear tag
Post by: Maligator on February 25, 2013, 12:26:32 PM
Welp, decided on Monroe and North Skagit so I just submitted the selections...Now to get drawn

No whammys no whammys STOP!   Will I get selected? :dunno:
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