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Title: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 07, 2013, 10:30:32 PM: My son and I will be up there this year :tup:

That's 2
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 07, 2013, 10:38:04 PM: I drew with 3 points, need to check my son's but dont have his wild ID number so I wont know until Sunday (I am out of town).

Excited for the hunt!
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 08, 2013, 06:13:58 AM: I know h20hunter drew.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 08, 2013, 06:20:57 AM: I'll do a Monroe tag gathering before the season starts and point people in the right direction.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on March 08, 2013, 06:33:23 AM: Yep, I'm in.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Ripper on March 08, 2013, 06:33:28 AM: I'll join you for that D-Rock if anybody want's my :twocents:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Ripper on March 08, 2013, 06:45:32 AM: Anyone with a Monroe tag can pm me and I'll share all the info I have.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 08, 2013, 06:59:23 AM: Dont share it all ripper. A few spots should be left secret just for us. :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 08, 2013, 08:22:22 AM: Hey Ripper! Thanks, I will PM ya in a minute.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on March 08, 2013, 08:43:07 AM: Drew with 5 points.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on March 08, 2013, 08:49:39 AM: I'm all for a general pow wow for tag holders....the more info we share the more success we will have as a group.
Title: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on March 08, 2013, 01:39:17 PM: I drew with 2 points... Not sure what to expect. Isn't the DNR land gated off until the season opens?

It's been a while since I've been up there (grew up in Snohomish though), guess its time to start looking over my old maps.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 08, 2013, 05:04:42 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on March 08, 2013, 08:49:39 AM
I'm all for a general pow wow for tag holders....the more info we share the more success we will have as a group.

Agreed. Lets plan it !
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: timberghost72 on March 08, 2013, 06:59:58 PM: I drew with 4 points :IBCOOL: :IBCOOL: :IBCOOL: :IBCOOL: Gates 2 minutes from my house.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Ripper on March 08, 2013, 07:09:57 PM: Wow, 8 tags out of 25. That's awesome. Don't worry D, I always keep a few places sacred. I still want to kill a piggy in the fall! I definitely wont show anyone the place you showed me last year. That's not how I roll.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Wea300mag on March 08, 2013, 07:13:05 PM: Wow, sounds like there is going to be a Monroe bear smackdown this spring. Should be lots of great stories and pics.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 09, 2013, 06:56:43 AM: Thats like 7 out of 20 tags.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on March 10, 2013, 06:06:45 PM: Ok add me to the list, I drew Monroe as well. None of my buddies did. I'll love to get together and talk bear with the group.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on March 10, 2013, 06:08:57 PM: Now that is 8 out of 20 if D-Rock is counting them up correctly.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 10, 2013, 10:03:57 PM: Add another tag (9 total now?), I just confirmed that I did put in as a group with my son who will be 13 in April. We have our work cut out for us going after 2 bears (1 each). Gonna be a great time.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on March 10, 2013, 10:07:28 PM: I thought there were 25 tags, no?
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 10, 2013, 10:32:01 PM: I added a poll to get a tally :)
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Maligator on March 10, 2013, 10:38:23 PM: Was nice to meet you out there today Turner89. I didn't get selected this year but as you can see I still like hiking & scouting around out in that area. :hello:

Hope u got some good info from your cams... will probably run into you again sometime, until then good luck to you & your son this spring :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 10, 2013, 10:43:48 PM: Good meeting you also. Nothing on my cameras, but a scrawny doe. Hopefully they start moving around here soon.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 11, 2013, 07:04:15 AM: Maybe there are 25 tags :dunno:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on March 11, 2013, 07:51:33 AM: Yep, Monroe - 25, North Skagit - 20.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 11, 2013, 09:06:52 PM: A guy I run into in my huntin area told me that his doughter also drew Monroe. I don't think they are members on here. She shot a 6ft bear last year out of there. She is in this months bear hunting magazine with the bear.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 11, 2013, 09:18:18 PM: Stay with it Ethan there are some nice bears to be had out there.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: grundy53 on March 11, 2013, 09:24:43 PM: I don't have much info to share. But I will be scouting the area and I'll pass along any bear sightings or concentrations of fresh sign. Also have a pack board and a strong back.

sent from my typewriter
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Bronson on March 11, 2013, 10:00:39 PM: Two more tags can be added to the tally.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on March 11, 2013, 10:02:30 PM: Quote from: Bronson on March 11, 2013, 10:00:39 PM
Two more tags can be added to the tally.

Add to the poll y'all.... :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Bronson on March 11, 2013, 10:08:29 PM: I don't like following directions :chuckle:

Done.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on March 11, 2013, 10:09:49 PM: Quote from: Bronson on March 11, 2013, 10:08:29 PM
I don't like following directions :chuckle:

Done.

Made ya look and click..... :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 11, 2013, 10:16:27 PM: I think we are up to 11. I don't think every one has voted that has posted here :dunno:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 11, 2013, 10:26:05 PM: You can add one more for my son, he's not a member. We were drawn as a group.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: pjb3 on March 12, 2013, 06:01:30 PM: I got drawn with 3 :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 12, 2013, 06:18:48 PM: Is that like 11 guys from the forum :dunno:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 12, 2013, 08:06:58 PM: Quote from: D-Rock425 on March 12, 2013, 06:18:48 PM
Is that like 11 guys from the forum :dunno:
I think so. Maybe 12 if Pjb3 just posted for the first time. As far as I know there is 2 groups. My son voted, but I think there is only 1 vote for the other group.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 13, 2013, 10:56:43 PM: I think so. Maybe 12 if Pjb3 just posted for the first time. As far as I know there is 2 groups. My son voted, but I think there is only 1 vote for the other group.
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Yes, one vote for my group of two, my son is 12 now so not a member on here. Looking forward to the hunt. Cant wait to get out and scout.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on March 16, 2013, 07:01:16 PM: Keeping this thread alive, although there are few others on similar topics. Just got back "pre-scouting"... checking where all the open roads go, where the gates are, clear-cuts, snow-level, etc. Happy to swap info with other folks that drew tags here.

Came home to a nice surprise, info packet from WDFW with details on the "pre-hunt" meeting. April 13th in Mill Creek, can pick up keys there, the area biologist and timber company reps will be there for Q&A.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on March 16, 2013, 10:18:37 PM: I am planning on going to the meeting, is everyone else able to make it?
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 16, 2013, 10:49:14 PM: Quote from: bigelk1030 on March 16, 2013, 10:18:37 PM
I am planning on going to the meeting, is everyone else able to make it?
We will be there!
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 16, 2013, 11:00:56 PM: I hope the timber co give access to the gates also. If not we'll be using bikes.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on March 17, 2013, 05:40:15 PM: I just checked my mailbox and I also received my letter from the state. I'll be seeing you guys up on the 13th as well.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on March 17, 2013, 06:09:25 PM: H20 will be in atrendance.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: pjb3 on March 17, 2013, 08:39:19 PM: Couple things:
When going through gates, are you supposed to lock them back up or leave open?
Also can you camp on the land or have to be out every day?
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on March 17, 2013, 08:53:18 PM: Pretty sure you need to leave all gates as you find them (i.e. locked). Don't want some tweakers sneaking in a dumping a couch. I don't see why you couldn't camp as long as you abide by normal DNR rules, it's not liek timber co land where you need to be out every night. Just don't camp where there's logging going on :).
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 18, 2013, 06:57:51 AM: I dont think they want people camping.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on March 18, 2013, 07:11:15 AM: I would say in all aspects of hunting....leave the gates as you found them. Don't think I've ever been told to leave one open by anyone that controls access.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bobcat on March 18, 2013, 07:17:05 AM: Camping should be okay if it's DNR land. Unless they specifically told you no camping.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: E-man32 on March 18, 2013, 08:11:42 PM: I can't wait to go its going to be awesome!
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: timberghost72 on March 18, 2013, 08:18:43 PM: Yes you must lock and secure the gate behind you both entering and leaving.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 19, 2013, 05:58:04 PM: I have 2 weeks off pretty much when ever I want to take them. What 2 weeks do you guys think would be the best for spring bear? I'm hunting 300ft to 1500 ft. Last 2 is what I'm thinking.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Wea300mag on March 19, 2013, 06:03:09 PM: Quote from: Turner89 on March 19, 2013, 05:58:04 PM
I have 2 weeks off pretty much when ever I want to take them. What 2 weeks do you guys think would be the best for spring bear? I'm hunting 300ft to 1500 ft. Last 2 is what I'm thinking.

I would use the vacation on the last two weeks.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 19, 2013, 07:49:36 PM: Probably your best bet is the last two weeks but I'm not sure I would take to weeks off.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 19, 2013, 08:15:04 PM: Quote from: D-Rock425 on March 19, 2013, 07:49:36 PM
Probably your best bet is the last two weeks but I'm not sure I would take to weeks off.
If I don't do it before my next job starts I'll lose it. I was going to take them begining of april, but since I was drawn for bear I mine as well hunt.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 19, 2013, 08:34:46 PM: If you have to take it then last two weeks would be best. Lots of time to hunt in evenings depending on work schedule.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 19, 2013, 08:42:08 PM: Yea, The area I hunt is 5 min from my house. I'll make sure my son gets one with weekends and evenings, and if I end up getting one before last two weeks, at least the weather should be nicer.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on March 21, 2013, 05:01:39 PM: Got my permit in the mail today. Good news: Looks like season extension to June 15 is effective this year.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 21, 2013, 05:13:37 PM: That's good news.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on March 21, 2013, 06:13:03 PM: Mine came in the mail too and I just had to check and it also say April 15 - June 15.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 21, 2013, 09:09:23 PM: Quote from: eldplanko on March 21, 2013, 05:01:39 PM
Got my permit in the mail today. Good news: Looks like season extension to June 15 is effective this year.
Sweet :tup: Now I have to re-think my plans.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Michelle_Nelson on March 21, 2013, 09:44:33 PM: If you wait to long and the later in the sesson it gets the greater the chance the hide will be rubbed.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 22, 2013, 01:23:45 PM: Quote from: Michelle_Nelson on March 21, 2013, 09:44:33 PM
If you wait to long and the later in the sesson it gets the greater the chance the hide will be rubbed.
Good point
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 22, 2013, 01:33:27 PM: Ethan get out there and poke a hole in one!!
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 22, 2013, 01:46:03 PM: Were hoping to. We'll get my kids first then mine. i've never spring bear hunted, but I have pretty good idea where they'll be. ....... Maybe I can get the one that almost got me last year. :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 22, 2013, 02:00:44 PM: I went out to check my cameras today, and got the sheet scared out of me.
I had just got off my mtn bike, and was walking down an old grass covered logging road. When I came around a corner there was a doe standing in the middle of the road about 75ft away. She was just standing there as I kept walking closer. I expected her to take off at any moment, but she just stood her ground. When I was about 25ft from her I herd a fawn start bleating in the brush to my left. I took a couple feet closer to the side of the road, and noticed the ground all tore up, and a small clump of deer hair. I bent over to pick up the hair, and at that time something came crashing through the brush towards me. I stood up quick to see a 200lb+ bear comming right at me . I Started yelling at him, and through my hands up. He stopped about 10ft from me, and turned around went back toward the fawn that was bleating non stop during all this. I jumped up on a stump to try and see him. He kept chattering at me and would stand on back 2 feet to look at me at about 30ft in the salmon berry brush.
It was pretty clear that he wasn't going to leave his fawn, and I really didn't need to check that camera, so I backed out of there very carefully.
I have been thinking about getting a hand gun for awhile. Think i'm gonna actually do that. This happened last may/june :) This story was posted in different thread last year
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on March 22, 2013, 02:41:05 PM: That's pretty intense.

Glad you wrote the last sentence as it seemed way too early for fawns to be dropping. :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Jerome on March 22, 2013, 10:25:25 PM: Quote from: eldplanko on March 21, 2013, 05:01:39 PM
Got my permit in the mail today. Good news: Looks like season extension to June 15 is effective this year.

Yeah buddy, thats going to help out you permit holders a ton. Now your going to get 4 weeks of good hunting instead of 2. I am excited to see what comes out of this unit this spring.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Ripper on March 26, 2013, 12:56:40 PM: Damn! I wish I would have gotten 2 extra weeks last year. Loki, I would take the last 2 weeks in May off if I were you. It looks like spring is a lot earlier this year than last. I took my first hike last week, didn't see anything but will keep updating what I do see on here. I'm really excited and I don't even have a tag.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on March 30, 2013, 04:06:03 PM: Anybody go out scouting today? I found a small set of bear tracks, and a little later spooked a bear..........we spooked each other :chuckle:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 10, 2013, 11:16:26 AM: I have been out scouting quite a bit in the last week. I have not found any fresh tree damage, or crap yet. I have found 2 different sets of fresh tracks though. Both sets were near swampy areas. I've also scared up two bears. First one was in one of the spots I found the tracks, and the other was at about 2000ft on a rock slide.
I figured I would see alot more sign by now. This is first time I've spring bear hunted. I found this old cedar tree yesturday. The hole in the tree is a bees nest. My camera sucks, but I could see where the bears climbed up and were tearing into the nest. There were bees flying around the hole also so the nest is still active.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: grundy53 on April 10, 2013, 10:25:19 PM: Been seeing quite a few stumps that have been recently torn a part.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM: If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: pjb3 on April 11, 2013, 07:32:50 AM: Quote from: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM
If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.

Is there an area by Lake Stevens or all by Monroe? Never seen a map yet so no idea
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: grundy53 on April 11, 2013, 07:52:32 AM: Quote from: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM
If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.

:yeah: same goes with me too.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: timberghost72 on April 11, 2013, 06:00:18 PM: Quote from: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM
If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.

No bears out that way. Move along....j/k :chuckle: :chuckle:

That a good offer :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: pjb3 on April 12, 2013, 04:16:49 PM: Anyone have the address for the meeting tomorrow, have no idea where it is :dunno:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on April 12, 2013, 04:21:20 PM: Quote from: grundy53 on April 11, 2013, 07:52:32 AM
Quote from: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM
If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.

:yeah: same goes with me too.
can I go too?
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on April 12, 2013, 10:13:18 PM: Quote from: pjb3 on April 12, 2013, 04:16:49 PM
Anyone have the address for the meeting tomorrow, have no idea where it is :dunno:

It's in the letter. 1:00 pm Saturday, 16018 Mill Creek Blvd., Mill Creek.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: sled on April 12, 2013, 10:52:09 PM: Quote from: pjb3 on April 11, 2013, 07:32:50 AM
Quote from: sled on April 10, 2013, 11:06:20 PM
If anyone is hunting the Monroe unit around lake.Stevens gets one down and needs help packing or tracking I would love to help out. IM very familiar with the lake rosinger area, and would love to be in on a successful bear hunt.
Pm me for my number if you want help.

Is there an area by Lake Stevens or all by Monroe? Never seen a map yet so no idea
2 years ago there was Alot of hunting within 15 min of lake Stevens. But then it's only 15 to 20 min to the Monroe areas.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 13, 2013, 09:17:27 AM: I was hoping to have this guy on my camera yesturday. Hopefully he is still alive, and Me or my son can make a blanky out of him :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on April 13, 2013, 10:29:46 AM: Quote from: lokidog on April 12, 2013, 10:13:18 PM

It's in the letter. 1:00 pm Saturday, 16018 Mill Creek Blvd., Mill Creek.

Can someone else confirm it's at 1:00? I forgot my letter at work, but seemed to remember 1:30.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on April 13, 2013, 10:54:11 AM: Yep 1pm, see you all there.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on April 13, 2013, 11:00:48 AM: Quote from: bigelk1030 on April 13, 2013, 10:54:11 AM
Yep 1pm, see you all there.

Thanks. Will be there too. Looking forward to getting my key and "heading for the hills."
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: pjb3 on April 13, 2013, 11:36:45 AM: Quote from: eldplanko on April 13, 2013, 11:00:48 AM
Quote from: bigelk1030 on April 13, 2013, 10:54:11 AM
Yep 1pm, see you all there.

Thanks. Will be there too. Looking forward to getting my key and "heading for the hills."

Me 2 :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 13, 2013, 04:11:23 PM: I hope this years Monroe unit spring bear hunters do better than last years. :chuckle: I think we can do better than 4 out of 25.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on April 13, 2013, 07:52:47 PM: Yeah that wasn't very encouraging at the meeting. :o I'm looking forward to getting out there. I probably won't hit it til Friday.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 13, 2013, 08:03:34 PM: We won't be out till next weekend. I think extending season till june 15 will make big difference.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: grundy53 on April 15, 2013, 04:42:51 AM: Quote from: Turner89 on April 13, 2013, 08:03:34 PM
We won't be out till next weekend. I think extending season till june 15 will make big difference.

Extending the season is going to make a huge difference. The bears will be way more active in June then April or May.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: D-Rock425 on April 15, 2013, 06:53:58 AM: :yeah:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 18, 2013, 08:26:32 PM: Nice being able to drive after work. My sons new harness came today in the mail. Were going to hunt out of tree stands this weekend if the weather is decent.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on April 18, 2013, 08:40:55 PM: I'm going to get out next week for my first look around. The weather is supposed to get better Monday.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 18, 2013, 08:55:20 PM: Yea, they are talking 70ish next week. Can't wait :tup:
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on April 20, 2013, 10:36:59 AM: I was supposed to be out yesterday, instead I took my truck to the shop and it's getting a new transmission. :'( Perfect timing, I guess here comes some more overtime. :(
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 20, 2013, 07:34:09 PM: We went out for 4hrs today. Weather is pretty crappy. Fogged in in most parts. Tomorrow don't look much better.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on April 20, 2013, 07:55:45 PM: Hush now....tomorro pm looks better....we may cross paths if you are out.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: Turner89 on April 20, 2013, 08:00:44 PM: Errett has baseball practice at 1:00, so we have to leave the woods noon. If it is'nt raining we will be in tree stands. If raining we'll probably be checking cameras, and scouting/ hunting. I hope we hear a gunshot.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: h20hunter on April 20, 2013, 08:10:30 PM: Dont hold your breath.....i wont be out until around mid afternoon.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: lokidog on April 20, 2013, 09:26:24 PM: I'm heading out Tuesday morning, have to drop the puppy off at the trainer's in Monroe at 4, good excuse to get out. ;)
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: eldplanko on April 21, 2013, 08:16:56 PM: Was out today... mixture of rain, hail then sun. I finally found some fresh peels, about 50 yards off the road in 4 foot deep slash. It took me 20 minutes to make may way through it, I kept thinking I was going to fall through onto a Punji stick. Instead I just fell through. I finally gave up trying to walk on top of it. I can't imagine how a bear walks around on that stuff. I dropped a camera there, hopefully I'll get some pics of the offender.
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: WonkyWapiti on April 24, 2013, 04:34:34 PM: I hope my truck tranny will be fixed by Friday. I'm going nuts not being able to head up there. :(
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: cricket on April 28, 2013, 06:47:18 AM: sorry for the late tally but im in drew with two points!
Title: Re: How many drew Monroe on here?
Post by: bigelk1030 on April 28, 2013, 07:53:33 AM: Congrats cricket, my son and I drew but haven't made it out yet. Unfortunately I am off to europe for work for the week, so next weekend I am there. Good luck, keep us informed when u bag a big bruin!
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Post by: Turner89 on April 29, 2013, 10:20:18 PM: Went to Yakima for the weekend. I figured I would read about a Monroe bear "down", tonite. :) I guess My 12 yr old will have to break the ice this weekend :chuckle:
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Post by: eldplanko on May 03, 2013, 10:06:01 AM: Spent a few hours out last night on a spot that was starting to get tons of new peels. Got excited when I found my first track.
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Post by: eldplanko on May 03, 2013, 10:06:31 AM: 50 feet down the road and in the next puddle, my excitment turned to disappointment. Time to find a new spot.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on May 05, 2013, 04:41:35 PM: Following a few threads on here about Monroe, sounds like some mix reviews so far.

I finally was able to get out today with my son ( we both drew), went in behind lake roesinger, there were quite a few hikers but got away from them pretty quick. Did a few walks and some scouting, saw a few older peels but nothing too fresh.

I will start hitting it in the evenings this week and report back.

I see H2O has had some luck seeing a few, any body else?
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Post by: Turner89 on May 05, 2013, 05:04:56 PM: Me and the kid were out today. We had a bear within 80ft. Erret saw it for a second through the brush, but could'nt find it in his scope. Saw a couple piles of crap in the area also.
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Post by: Skyvalhunter on May 05, 2013, 05:17:43 PM: Ethan would you quit messing around and shoot a bear for crying out loud!!! :chuckle:
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Post by: bigelk1030 on May 05, 2013, 05:54:08 PM: LOL, someone needs to crack one in Monroe!
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Post by: cricket on May 05, 2013, 06:17:29 PM: went out behind lake roesinger sat, what a nice day. I found what i thought was a perfect habitat. No sign. did lots of glassing. as we were walking back to the truck we looked down a steep wall and out jumped adult lion! we were only sitting about 10 yds from the big cat! yikes. ill be doing some more research and get back out there.
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Post by: Turner89 on May 05, 2013, 10:31:14 PM: Quote from: Skyvalhunter on May 05, 2013, 05:17:43 PM
Ethan would you quit messing around and shoot a bear for crying out loud!!! :chuckle:
I thought it was a done deal for Errett today, but the bear had a different plan. :chuckle:
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Post by: h20hunter on May 07, 2013, 01:15:05 PM: Haven't been out in a few....anyone see anything new? Gotta be plenty of bears on the move. Some hogs coming out of other units...we need to get on the stick and put the metal to the meat.
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Post by: eldplanko on May 07, 2013, 03:24:34 PM: I'll be out Thurs to move my cam and find a new spot.
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Post by: Turner89 on May 09, 2013, 09:47:08 PM: We went out for 2 hrs tonite. We could hear a bear in the brush about a 100 yds out. We waited till dark, but no deal. My son is getting a little frustrated :chuckle:
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Post by: eldplanko on May 10, 2013, 12:52:42 PM: Went back out 4 hours Wed midday, 4 hours Thurs evening. Found a new spot w/ 1 week old peels off the edge of the road and a dried up bear turd, set up the cam, 1-day soak got me a pic of a bobcat.

Other than that... nothing. With all the time I'm puuting in, I'm starting to get discouraged.
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Post by: Turner89 on May 11, 2013, 09:51:24 PM: I really thought today would be the day. Started out very promising. We pulled into our spot, and Quietly got our things together. We were at the truck for about 10 min getting ready, and then started up the hill to our spot. Last minute I remembered the windows were down, so I went back to roll them up. As soon as I put the key in the ignition the seat belt alarm started donging :bash: That spooked a bear that was about 50ft from us. He blew through the brush at a high rate of speed............ That was the closest we got all day.
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Post by: X-Force on May 11, 2013, 11:44:50 PM: That sucks. When stuff like that happens you gotta wonder what did I do to get so close but so far away. Had the same thing happen to me last fall but my killer was a text message.
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Post by: lokidog on May 12, 2013, 07:48:33 AM: At least you guys are getting out there, I think my season is done. A day and a half of hunting, this Spring hasn't gone how I'd hoped.... :( I might be able to get out the 13th and 15th of June, but I'm not going to count on it.
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Post by: Turner89 on May 12, 2013, 09:10:21 AM: Quote from: lokidog on May 12, 2013, 07:48:33 AM
At least you guys are getting out there, I think my season is done. A day and a half of hunting, this Spring hasn't gone how I'd hoped.... :( I might be able to get out the 13th and 15th of June, but I'm not going to count on it.
That's to bad. Your gonna have to come down with a vicious summer cold :chuckle:
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Post by: Turner89 on May 12, 2013, 08:22:24 PM: We had baseball, and mothers day today, so didn't make it out. Took some pretty cool pictures of a grouse yesturday.
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Post by: h20hunter on May 12, 2013, 08:27:36 PM: Cool. I should be out wed...maybe see you guys out.
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Post by: Turner89 on May 12, 2013, 08:30:36 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on May 12, 2013, 08:27:36 PM
Cool. I should be out wed...maybe see you guys out.
We will be out Tuesday for sure. Have to check baseball schedule for rest of week. If no ball then we will be there :chuckle:
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Post by: lokidog on May 12, 2013, 09:59:06 PM: Great grouse photos!
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Post by: bear hunter on May 12, 2013, 10:22:12 PM: Looks like a little turkey. Nice Blue grouse
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Post by: Turner89 on May 18, 2013, 09:38:25 PM: The bears were moving around pretty good today. I had one below me in a blow down draw. I think he did me a favor by not showing his face :chuckle: Another Monroe permit holder that I talked to had what she believes was 3 diferent bears in the repod that didn't come out also. This 15 yr old girl is quite the hunter. She has a couple deer, and a 300#+ bear already. :tup:
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Post by: Turner89 on May 18, 2013, 09:58:36 PM: Hey Wonky wapata,
Did you see or hear anything today? Nice meeting you and your buddy today.
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Post by: WonkyWapiti on May 19, 2013, 11:03:30 AM: Yeah it was nice meeting you guys. It was nice to finally get out there and start scoping out the area. I'm a little pissed that I haven't been able to do this permit justice due to work and my truck tranny being out but I'm gonna stay positive and try to get out there as much as I can now. I found a few nice spots that I'll focus on next time I'm out.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on May 25, 2013, 09:37:21 PM: Made it out today again up behind Lake Roesinger, nice evening, at about 5:30 when we were heading to another area to hunt, came around a corner and caught a small bear in the road (maybe 60-70 lbs), didn't have a lot of time for a shot, but even if I did I don't think I would of. Other than that, a few poo piles, but nothing much else.

Anyone else seeing much in Monroe? I just saw the one turners son shot, Congrats! My 13 year old about jumped out of his seat today when we saw this one.

Down to a couple of weeks left!
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Post by: Turner89 on May 25, 2013, 10:56:25 PM: I was out most of the day. it was a very slow day. I heard one at the end of the night....about 8:30. H20hunter, and another spring tag holder had similar luck. I will be back out tomorrow for most the day untill Errett's baseball game at 4:00. I hope your son gets his bear Bigelk. If you guys head out this direction I can give you a few spots to check out.
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Post by: h20hunter on May 29, 2013, 12:20:16 PM: Anyone heading out this weekend for this area?
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Post by: eldplanko on May 29, 2013, 04:48:06 PM: I'll probably be out... looking to keep the strong showing from Monroe.
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Post by: WonkyWapiti on May 29, 2013, 08:29:23 PM: I'm planning on heading up there this weekend. I unfortunately had to work the entire Memorial Day weekend and am looking forward to getting out there again.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on May 29, 2013, 09:35:41 PM: I was out tonight, rained really hard, but saw some great area. I plan to hunt as much as possible this weekend.
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Post by: h20hunter on May 30, 2013, 12:20:13 PM: Where are you guys hunting this weekend. I know Turner will be out checking cams and I've got to go retrieve a site members chair that I found and borrowed. I'd be happy to share any info I can.
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Post by: kckrawler on May 30, 2013, 02:22:04 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on May 30, 2013, 12:20:13 PM
Where are you guys hunting this weekend. I know Turner will be out checking cams and I've got to go retrieve a site members chair that I found and borrowed. I'd be happy to share any info I can.

Just a question....

What happens when everybody on this site from the Snohomish County area knows your honey holes and "bowls just before the bridge" and all the bear go away? Do you not worry about that? Does it take A LOT of foot traffic to make the bears move along? Again, a question, not whining. I have no idea where you guys hunt :rolleyes: :tup:
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Post by: h20hunter on May 30, 2013, 02:24:27 PM: Not real concerned...the area I hunt is well known, gets lots of foot traffic from hunters, bikers, runners...all that. If I can help somebody fill a tag with a spring bear than I think it is worth sharing.
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Post by: kckrawler on May 30, 2013, 02:33:37 PM: I agree. Every gated road in this area is heavily used and isn't really a secret. I also think it's great that you do try to help people fill their tags, nothing wrong with sharing the wealth. :tup:

But I really was asking a question, does it take more to push a bear out of an area than say a deer or an elk? Don't really have to worry about being 10 miles behind a gate to get away from people? And yes, I am a complete noob when it comes to bear hunting so bear with me :chuckle:
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Post by: h20hunter on May 30, 2013, 02:39:07 PM: Ah...I see your question. I don't really know. I'd defer that to Saylean or Billythekidrock.....

In the areas I've been learning I know for a fact I've walked right past bears and had them show up on cam in various locations a short time later. I think they get conditioned to foot traffic and know to stay in the reprod. I've got plenty of game trails to explore and just about all are along the tree line opposite of the road in said reprod. I think they simply chose their own path and don't really give a lick about the folks on bikes or jogging. However....start sneaking through the thicker stuff and I bet you could push them out.
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Post by: D-Rock425 on May 30, 2013, 02:43:48 PM: Don't tell anyone about the rock :chuckle:
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Post by: D-Rock425 on May 30, 2013, 02:44:23 PM: You know that round grey one .
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Post by: h20hunter on May 30, 2013, 02:45:08 PM: Kidding me....I've already sent people there....better take a machete!
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Post by: eldplanko on May 30, 2013, 04:54:13 PM: Not sure how much weight this carries... but I've had what seemed to be decent pressure at the "spots" I've been spending my time in... both in the Lk Roesiger area.

The first (the one with the momma bear and cubs that I abandonded), had fresh bear sign at the same time horseback riders and quad riders were blowing through the area.

The second (the one with the bobcat) had fresh sign through the time I've caught multiple rigs driving through on trailcam.

In both cases, the bear seemed to stick around afterwards.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 01, 2013, 08:57:03 PM: Cmon monroe guys. Saw planko and i believe wapati out this evening. Went out and git my blind. Saw a brand new peel...will post it tomorrow. Vegetation is thick but things still look active.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 01, 2013, 10:31:12 PM: No bear. Found a set of tracks in mud from the last rain and a fresh peel (perhaps same as above). I did have a 1 year old with me (it was either that or don't go out). He was quite if we kept walking, but as soon as we stopped he started making noise.

We did find some pink flamingos though.
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Post by: Turner89 on June 01, 2013, 10:38:38 PM: Quote from: eldplanko on June 01, 2013, 10:31:12 PM
No bear. Found a set of tracks in mud from the last rain and a fresh peel (perhaps same as above). I did have a 1 year old with me (it was either that or don't go out). He was quite if we kept walking, but as soon as we stopped he started making noise.

We did find some pink flamingos though.
How long were you out today, and what areas did you hunt?
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 01, 2013, 11:27:40 PM: I made it out this morning (Saturday) early, (Turner knows where I was :chuckle: ), hunted in and then settled down and tried calling for about 45 minutes, didn't get anything to come in. Put some miles on my truck looking around the area.

My son and I are going to try to hit it Sunday afternoon for the evening hunt. Enjoying the spring hunt, just need to put a bear down!
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Post by: h20hunter on June 02, 2013, 08:57:05 AM: Here is the fresh peel. It was right off the main road. I noticed it then took a minute to stomp down some of the brush to make it more noticeable from the road. Wapati's buddy said he went back in the timer a bit and there were quite a few more peeled just like this.

Plank....tried to reply to your PM but with the forum being funny it didn't go through. Did you see a water bottle by chance. The wife realized she dropped on back in there. Either way. If you found my flamingos I've got you on cam. I'm trying to bring the deer into there a bit more often for fall bow hunting. I've got the food plot about a foot high now and it has really taken off. I replanted/seeded the patch that is all chewed up and another spot past the tree with my cam is on. Hopefully the critters will leave it alone and give the seed and oats a chance to spout in another couple weeks or so.

Did you explore more of that section? Did you check out "the bowl" further in and to the left? Some cool area back in there. If you want another nice walk just keep going on the main line, over the bridge, park and walk down that old spur on the right. That is where I shot my bear. It goes down a ways then curves to the left. Some good hunting back in there.

Keep at it and good luck guys.

Hmmm....having trouble including the attachment....silly forum issues.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 02, 2013, 09:06:34 AM: Saw the water bottle, it's on the ground about half way back in on the way back there. I thought twice about BA'ing what I'm sure was a cam back in there, but didn't. I'm sure you got a good pic of my 1 year old little hunter leading the way down that trail and me taking pics of the flamingos. Could you send me any pics of us you get when you check your cam.

Funny, I had no idea you guys went down that way, after I saw you at the gate I went up to the top of the big hill to scope the area out. I only headed over that way because there were a clump of dead trees in the middle of that stand behind the gravel pit.

Don't worry bout your spot, I'll promptly forget it :).
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Post by: WonkyWapiti on June 02, 2013, 12:41:11 PM: It was nice meeting you H20Hunter and good seeing you again Turner. The one thing I have to comment on is that I've met some really nice people while bear hunting this year including the two named above. My buddy and I were walking down a road when a rig came up behind us. The guy didn't come down the road and left a note on my truck saying he didn't want to screw up our hunt so he backed off and went somewhere else. I thought that was really classy of him, whoever you are thank you. If you are on this site please PM so I know who you are.

On a side note for H2O, at last light I was in that clear cut near that scrape and tried some calling but didn't see anything come in. I nearly had a heart attack when we drove out for the night. My buddy didn't tightly latch the rear tail gate as we drove off and we heard this loud thunk that slightly shook the truck. My heart stopped thinking it was something to do with my newly rebuilt transmission. We both jumped out and laughed our asses off when we realized the tailgate had just dropped.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 02, 2013, 12:42:46 PM: Twas I
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Post by: lokidog on June 05, 2013, 08:14:15 PM: Quote from: eldplanko on June 02, 2013, 12:42:46 PM
Twas I

:tup:

SAve one out there for me. ;)
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 05, 2013, 10:24:32 PM: Went out today for the last couple of hours of lights, lots of new tracks since I was there on Sunday. I walked about a half mile in where I could see up and down both sides of the road, I tucked into some trees. After about 30 minutes I heard a branch break down the road and back in the shadows I could see movement, I raised my gun and out steps a (soon to be) nice buck horns already outside his ears. I am trying to attach a cell phone pic of it. Hopefully next time its a bear! Loving the spring hunt.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 06, 2013, 10:22:59 AM: Fresh Monroe peel....
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 06, 2013, 11:42:04 AM: Adding the deer pic I talked about
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 06, 2013, 11:43:11 AM: Quote from: h20hunter on June 06, 2013, 10:22:59 AM
Fresh Monroe peel....

Nice peel, was that in the last couple of days?
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Post by: h20hunter on June 06, 2013, 11:50:18 AM: Peel was seen just this past Saturday. Right on one of the main roads with more trees peeled in the timber.
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Post by: Turner89 on June 06, 2013, 10:59:11 PM: Wow, That is a nice Buck. How close were you to him?
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 06, 2013, 11:20:30 PM: Hey Turner, less than 50 yds. You know the spot. End of the road where you turn around. Last thing I expected to come out of that thick ass brush. It was in the shadows and looked dark I could only see an animal moving at first, would of swore it was a bear until its head popped out of the brush. Probably wishful thinking at the time. Bear tracks up and down the road, just haven't been there at the right time.
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Post by: Turner89 on June 06, 2013, 11:27:53 PM: Cool! You gonna be able to get out this weekend?
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 06, 2013, 11:32:46 PM: Trying really hard. They mentioned we may have a make up baseball game for my son on Saturday. Outside of that I am going to try and get every extra minute in the woods. I will let u know where I end up, if u have some free time feel free to give me a shout.
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Post by: Turner89 on June 06, 2013, 11:48:43 PM: We finally played our last little league game tonite. Have a break from that till allstars start. I might give you a call saturday.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 07, 2013, 02:41:24 PM: How many more Monroe bears gonna get their ticket punched this weekend? One? Two? Who is going to call their shot and promise another bear down post?
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Post by: eldplanko on June 09, 2013, 09:06:56 PM: Well... went out again this afternoon with the whole family... again, either that or don't go.

We went back into Campbell, and to the spur where I saw the bear track last week. Left the kids in the car, wife and I take off down the spur. Got half way down, past last weeks bear track, and some crazy bird starts alarm calling back in the firs. We stop, and wait... soon to hear a "whack" "whack" "whack" of wood hitting wood. Didn't see it, but at this point of the season, I'll call it a bear just to make myself feel good. We freeze and wait it out.. a bit, but it's not moving towards us. Realizing I forgot my calls in the rig, we sneak back to get them (that and wife forgot her pistol). By the time we come back nothing else. Hung out called a bit, went up to the clearcut to glass down on the area, came back called a bit more.

The rest of the outing was uneventful. I'll be back out maybe Tuesday.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 09, 2013, 09:12:36 PM: Just for kicks... last week's bear track
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Post by: lokidog on June 10, 2013, 08:53:28 PM: I'll be back and out Friday and Saturday if anyone has any advice on where to look.

Lokidog
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Post by: Turner89 on June 10, 2013, 10:11:21 PM: Quote from: lokidog on June 10, 2013, 08:53:28 PM
I'll be back and out Friday and Saturday if anyone has any advice on where to look.

Lokidog
I sent you a PM, but your box is full.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 10, 2013, 10:16:48 PM: I hit it half day on Saturday and half day Sunday, no luck but had a good time. Also hit the WAC show and picked up some ammo for the AR.

The grass in the roads is getting tall, above my knee in most cases. Down to a few days. Trying hard but not gonna throw in the towel yet.
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Post by: Turner89 on June 10, 2013, 10:18:46 PM: Quote from: bigelk1030 on June 10, 2013, 10:16:48 PM
I hit it half day on Saturday and half day Sunday, no luck but had a good time. Also hit the WAC show and picked up some ammo for the AR.

The grass in the roads is getting tall, above my knee in most cases. Down to a few days. Trying hard but not gonna throw in the towel yet.
You gonna make it out this weekend?
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 10, 2013, 10:25:52 PM: Yep, plan to, Saturday is the last day but I will hit it a few nights this week then as hard as I can on Saturday, although the in laws are going to be here so I will need to keep them busy with the kids and I will sneak out.
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Post by: Ripper on June 11, 2013, 08:47:14 AM: Time is running out, hit it hard!
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Post by: PacificNWhunter on June 11, 2013, 11:20:02 AM: Quote from: lokidog on June 10, 2013, 08:53:28 PM
I'll be back and out Friday and Saturday if anyone has any advice on where to look.

Lokidog

Inbox is full, I'll be out and about tonight.
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Post by: lokidog on June 11, 2013, 08:02:20 PM: Quote from: PacificNWhunter on June 11, 2013, 11:20:02 AM
Quote from: lokidog on June 10, 2013, 08:53:28 PM
I'll be back and out Friday and Saturday if anyone has any advice on where to look.

Lokidog

Inbox is full, I'll be out and about tonight.

Thanks guys, cleared the inbox. ;)
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Post by: eldplanko on June 12, 2013, 02:11:53 PM: Hit it again last night... 6-9... no dice; found some new tracks. Tried a bit of calling, but I think my calling sucks.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 12, 2013, 02:18:40 PM: Keep at it.......I'll see if I can get any new leads...
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Post by: h20hunter on June 12, 2013, 03:38:39 PM: Got an email back from Mr. Otto....he is schedule to visit the Monroe unit this week prior to the end of the season. If he passes along any intel I'll post it up. Sounds like th Skagit Unit is cleaning up with 9 bears down.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 13, 2013, 10:39:49 PM: Hit it again today 5:30-8:30. My spot had tons of fresh turds, no bear though. Should I stick it out 2 more days, or throw in the towel?
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Post by: Turner89 on June 13, 2013, 10:50:04 PM: Quote from: eldplanko on June 13, 2013, 10:39:49 PM
Hit it again today 5:30-8:30. My spot had tons of fresh turds, no bear though. Should I stick it out 2 more days, or throw in the towel?
Defiantly stik it out :tup: I shot my buck on the last 1/2 hr of the last day last year. Sunday you would regret it, if you throw in the towel :twocents:
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Post by: h20hunter on June 14, 2013, 07:14:09 AM: Dont' throw in the towel....you have two more days and Saturday could be it. Also, it sounds like you are on more fresh sign than most. Here is some info from Mr. Otto.....

Didn’t get behind to many gates today. Did note that the Rossiger gates looked as if they have had very minimal use (vehicle traffic) behind them. I do recall from prior to season start, that there was plenty of older tree peeling there. Might be a good spot for someone to try. Note, it is very difficult to see tree damage this time of year with all the green up alongside of the roads. I did not one 3-5 day old scat that had berry seeds in it, I am assuming salmon berries.. This was from the Scotty road area I mentioned earlier to you.

Gonna be tough hunting as he said but the bears are plenty active and may be looking for more protien in the cuts....you never know.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 14, 2013, 07:23:19 AM: Thanks for the encouragement. The turds I've been seeing are definitely more "protein" based, not "fiber" based (I'm becoming a turd expert); so agree with Brad's suggestion. Also, salmonberries are starting to show up, and have seen a few berry turds also.
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Post by: lokidog on June 14, 2013, 10:12:08 AM: I've been out since 0530 and have not seen any sign. Even called for an hour at a recommended spot.:-[

I am out all day today and tomorrow. Good hunting weather at least.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I547 using Tapatalk 2
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Post by: h20hunter on June 14, 2013, 10:15:14 AM: Keep at it Ed......I'll be in the general area tomorrow....call if you need help in the am....
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Post by: Turner89 on June 15, 2013, 08:53:05 AM: We Need some bears down today. It will be a long month in a half of "bigfoot", and "Word association" threads.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 15, 2013, 07:33:52 PM: Tick tock......no bear down messages yet.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 15, 2013, 10:47:35 PM: Well, last day and I hit it hard, I drove, walked, glassed but at the end, no bears. Some sign, scat, and chewed up trees but nothing I could put a tag on. I did see a nice buck, some does, lots of grouse with chicks. The grass in most sunny areas is almost up to my hip, it has changed dramatically in the last 2 weeks.

I have to say it was a great spring hunt and I am sold to continue to apply for the permit. I saw a few, heard even more and learned a lot about spring bear hunting this year.

Huge thanks to Turner89 for giving me some spots to hunt, thanks to H2Ohunter and others on this site for keeping me motivated to be out in the field.

Key back to the WDFW on Tuesday. :(

Thanks again all.....
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Post by: Turner89 on June 15, 2013, 11:36:09 PM: You and your son will have to come back out here in August. I heard you are going to Africa to do a little hunting?
i have to be up at 5:30, and in Issaqua for baseball tourney. Good luck over there.
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Post by: eldplanko on June 15, 2013, 11:36:55 PM: Update from me... no bear. Hit it hard also, and was out 5 of the last 7 days. Yesterday from 4-8, and today 1-9. I also saw some grouse, a yearling coyote and a doe. Lots of bear turds in my spot, but nothing new since when they were fresh on Thursday. I didn't take the coyote; 300WM at 15 yards would have been a bit much; plus I didn't want my ears ringing for the next 4 hours... I still had bear hunting to do.

I did have some excitement this evening, I was walking up the road into some 5 year reprod that was still pretty open, and heard two bears, one on each side of the road (on my 10 and 2 o'clock) vocalizing the "apprehensive expression" on the bear web-site (http://www.bear.org/website/bear-pages/black-bear/communication/29-vocalizations-a-body-language.html (http://www.bear.org/website/bear-pages/black-bear/communication/29-vocalizations-a-body-language.html)). They went back and forth a total of three times... then all quite. Very cool, to hear, but obviously they made me, and the cover was so thick I never saw them.

All in all, I had a great hunt, and am not disappointed at all for not filling my tag. I'm just one day closer, and one day wiser. To be honest, Thurs and Friday night I was pretty bummed on the drive home each night; and ready to throw in the towel. But, each day the next morning I was stoked and ready to go.... gotta love it.

Thanks to all who shared info with me... plus I had a hoot listening to the guys each evening on CB channel 8 out by Sultan; definitley entertaining.
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 15, 2013, 11:52:25 PM: Quote from: Turner89 on June 15, 2013, 11:36:09 PM
You and your son will have to come back out here in August. I heard you are going to Africa to do a little hunting?
i have to be up at 5:30, and in Issaqua for baseball tourney. Good luck over there.

For sure in August, I may have to touch base with you on summer tactics.
Yes on Africa, leaving Wednesday for 2 weeks. A few days in Dubai then a week hunting followed by a few days in Cape Town. Thank goodness for air miles and an auction I scored the hunt (minus trophy fees). I plan to keep an online journal,if u want the address you can pm me, I will send the web address and you can follow along on our trip.

Enjoy the baseball game! Weathers going to be awesome. I kinda miss watching the games already.

Thanks again for all your insight and help these past few weeks.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 16, 2013, 10:33:16 AM: Dear Eldplanko,

I'm sorry I missed you out in the woods. I know you said that you would be there, however, I got my days messed up. It looks like you were there just a day early. See.....I showed up and you weren't there. I stayed for about a week coming and going to check and see if you were there. I was there in the morning, afternoon, and sometimes in the evening. I was eating all this tall stuff that somebody planted. These pesky pink things were getting in the way...so I kicked the hell out of them. I'm really sorry I missed you. After a week I gave up and quit coming back. Well, maybe we will connect in August.

Miss You,
Big Fat Bear
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Post by: h20hunter on June 16, 2013, 11:30:04 AM: Dear Eldplanko,

I hope my last letter got to you and that you and yours are in good health. I told myself I wasn't going to do this but I feel compelled to write you again. You see, I wasn't completely honest with you. It wasn't you I wanted to meet....It was a sow. You see, she has these two cubs and was hanging around. I figure if I could whoop on those flamingos, eat some grass, maybe kill a cub or two, she would be impressed. Like I said, for days I came back, strutted around, even dropped a deuce the size of a poodle. Also, I believe she may have moved on. Maybe I was just to much of a boar for her.

Yours,
Big Fat Bear
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Post by: eldplanko on June 16, 2013, 11:47:20 AM: Quote from: h20hunter on June 16, 2013, 11:30:04 AM
Dear Eldplanko,

I hope my last letter got to you and that you and yours are in good health. I told myself I wasn't going to do this but I feel compelled to write you again. You see, I wasn't completely honest with you. It wasn't you I wanted to meet....It was a sow. You see, she has these two cubs and was hanging around. I figure if I could whoop on those flamingos, eat some grass, maybe kill a cub or two, she would be impressed. Like I said, for days I came back, strutted around, even dropped a deuce the size of a poodle. Also, I believe she may have moved on. Maybe I was just to much of a boar for her.

Yours,
Big Fat Bear

Wow, Mr. Bear, you would have looked great on the floor in front of my fireplace. We'll meet again, I know where you live!

To be honest, I never went back to the flamingos after I found your spot. I guess I was paranoid getting caught on cam picking my nose or taking a leak. Great pics though, did you get one of my boy walking through there?
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Post by: h20hunter on June 16, 2013, 11:54:09 AM: He is a brute....he would graze on my grass that I planted and just meander around. He hung out from the 2nd until about three days ago. I pulled the cam to put it out for elk. I have three pics of you and the boy.....You have the rifle slung and he is on your left. PM me your email and I'll send them out.
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Post by: h20hunter on June 16, 2013, 12:13:30 PM: Pics sent via email along with a few extras.....
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Post by: bigelk1030 on June 17, 2013, 09:12:34 PM: Dropped my keys off today :( I looked at the list, there were 4 on the list as harvested and reported so far (about half the keys were returned), too bad we didn't get more, but it wasn't because the gang didn't try! I will be applying again next year!
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Post by: Ripper on June 18, 2013, 05:43:50 AM: Wow H20, you need to put up a tripod stand back there! That is a toad!
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Post by: h20hunter on June 18, 2013, 06:18:29 AM: Aleeady thought of that.......prob use a blind and bow hunt it a bit.
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Post by: D-Rock425 on June 18, 2013, 06:22:27 AM: Silly bears.