Post by: Bwana Bob on April 24, 2013, 10:02:10 AM
He also said that Kettle range had some good bulls in it but you needed a lot of time to hunt it as the bull were spread out in that unit. any thoughts on this.
As far as killing an above average moose, mid 40's and good brow tines, are all area equal?
I like to think I can hold out for a boon-er if I draw. I have the time but don't really know much about those NE corner moose areas. I know the draw odds suck but its that time to start dreaming you'll draw a tag. ;)
Post by: lucky33 on April 25, 2013, 08:40:15 AM
Post by: Bwana Bob on April 25, 2013, 08:56:59 AM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on April 25, 2013, 09:36:44 AM
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Post by: carpsniperg2 on April 25, 2013, 04:24:03 PM
Post by: engelwood on April 25, 2013, 04:41:51 PM
Don't be afraid of access in hangman it is there. I believe you could shoot a boomer in any of the units in the state.
That's what you told me (but you got to do that hunt off 4-wheelers!!!!!) It was not an easy hike that's for sure. Not for the faint at heart in my opinion simply because I know of 3 guys that turned around and went home after the first morning, after they decided that if they did down an animal they wouldn't be able to get it out before it spoiled. If going for that unit, know what it is so you don't waste your one opportunity on a unit that you are unable to physically hunt. For instance, my bull was exactly 4 miles from the gate, 1950 ft of elevation gain. Just my fair warning
Post by: lucky33 on April 26, 2013, 11:10:31 AM
We are talking hangman right? Where is this huge elevation gain? And not being able to get a bull out? This doesnt sound like hangman unit, unless a huge mountain just grew there I didnt know of. :chuckle:Don't be afraid of access in hangman it is there. I believe you could shoot a boomer in any of the units in the state.
That's what you told me (but you got to do that hunt off 4-wheelers!!!!!) It was not an easy hike that's for sure. Not for the faint at heart in my opinion simply because I know of 3 guys that turned around and went home after the first morning, after they decided that if they did down an animal they wouldn't be able to get it out before it spoiled. If going for that unit, know what it is so you don't waste your one opportunity on a unit that you are unable to physically hunt. For instance, my bull was exactly 4 miles from the gate, 1950 ft of elevation gain. Just my fair warning
Post by: bobcat on April 26, 2013, 11:16:05 AM
I hunted that in 2006 with my dad. He had an antlerless permit. But that's when they let you go around the gate on ATV's.
It's now a 4 mile uphill hike to where the moose are. True, packing it out would be all downhill. But that's still a long ways to go with a moose on your back.
Post by: pendoreilleadventures on April 26, 2013, 11:21:31 AM
Post by: brianb231 on April 26, 2013, 11:40:21 AM
BUt you will get a moose if you are willing in to work for the opportunity.
My 2 cents.
Brianb231
Post by: huntnnw on April 28, 2013, 10:31:38 PM
If you are not able to pack out a moose, this is a OIL opportunity...you could hire someone with horses to pack it out
Post by: pendoreilleadventures on April 29, 2013, 03:21:58 AM
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on April 29, 2013, 07:57:29 AM
Shane, doesn't inland let guys drive in if they get one down?I have heard both on this... some say they open and let drive in but I have heard from others that it won't be opened. I am sure meatpafkers would be readily available... myself included... if there was a bit f meat for payment.
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Post by: lucky33 on April 29, 2013, 08:40:56 AM
LUCKY..you obviously have no clue about Mica peak...99% of the harvest comes from the star rd gate...yes the main rd is gated and is walk in,mt bike or horse only. Best part about it is its all uphill to hunt then its all down hill out on a huge gravel road. It takes a hour or less to hike to the top and you dont have to even hike that far to get into moose..there are spur roads starting at 1 mile in and head in on flat roads into prime areas. With a little map research there are other spur rds that gain u lots in elevation and the roads are flat without walking up star rd...and there are plenty willing to share knowledge on the unit if drawn including myself.Ahh, mica. The moose units have changed a bit since I last paid attn 3 years ago. Sorry. Wasnt thinking about that. And yes, that could suck.
If you are not able to pack out a moose, this is a OIL opportunity...you could hire someone with horses to pack it out
Post by: Hyde on April 29, 2013, 09:03:26 AM
Now, I wouldn't even think about that area unless:
A. You are in REALLY great shape. REALLY REALLY great shape. I mean "fitness is your lifestyle" shape.
B. You have a few friends who are also in really great shape who can go with you. The more the better.
C. You can find a place to stay that will accommodate your needs. A hotel parking lot in town is not a really great place to hang a moose. I'm not saying you can't find something that will work, but it will take research. Like many, this hunt starts the day you get that tag.
D. They open the area back up to quad access. (there's a place to rent in Spokane for those who don't have one)
Unless you have seen it for yourself, 99% of people can't imagine the magnitude of a dead moose laying there before you. It will sort of be like that famous scene on Jaws where the sheriff says "You're gonna need a bigger boat". Most people with that tag will want to rush out and hunt the first part of the season. I killed my moose on Oct 5th, it was 80 degrees that day. The woods were alive with bees that day. The day before, it rained all day and there wasn't a bee in sight. There are plenty of things to consider when planning for an experience like this. Getting a booner in my opinion is a no brainer if you are patient. I got lucky and filled my tag on the second day, but I was willing and able to spend as much time as I needed, and come back as many times in the 2 month season to get a good one. If you have limited days, this probably isn't the area for you.
Good luck to those who do draw that tag this year. I'm happy to pass along any info I can to the lucky ones.
Post by: Bwana Bob on April 29, 2013, 09:28:05 AM
I got lucky and drew a goat tag in 1992 but I'd like to have another one before my hunting days are over. I shot a small busted horned moose in WY that same year.
I wish everyone good luck on the WA drawings.
Post by: Gringo31 on April 29, 2013, 10:22:18 AM
I wouldn't worry about getting help. I'd get that tag and there would be plenty of guys willing to give you a hand....myself included. :twocents:
Post by: Bwana Bob on April 29, 2013, 10:29:50 AM
Post by: huntnphool on April 29, 2013, 03:57:33 PM
Shane, doesn't inland let guys drive in if they get one down?I asked them for access if I got one behind their gates and they said they didn't allow it. :dunno:
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Post by: huntnnw on April 29, 2013, 10:37:27 PM
I hunt up there and I have run into the guys that work up there and they have given me rides up the mountain and told me they would open the gate and let me drive in if I downed something. I would not rely on it as you may not even see a worker or they just may say no.
Its not that hard to hunt..I am not a fitness freak or consider myself in great shape at all and its not that difficult. the star rd itself is up hill, but once u hit the spur roads they are flat and the side hill around the mountain..there are several of them that side hill the mt in various elevations.
I know how most OIL tags go..guys end up with way to many friends and family wanting to help :chuckle: de-bone and pack out what you can to the rig..all down hill..return and de0bone more and use game carts..this with 3 guys should be no more than 3 trips max..maybe 2 depending how much comes out on carts.
Post by: crowcaller on April 30, 2013, 08:36:10 AM
You better scout it if you are unfamiliar with it. I went there twice during the summer. More would have been better. I got some helpful info from previous hunters from this forum (thanks guys).
Tekoa Mt is mostly private, and could not get permission from the right landowners.
Mica Peak is Not a road hunt. Unless you know the right landowners, you better have some good boots and legs.
Post by: pendoreilleadventures on April 30, 2013, 09:28:51 AM
Post by: Bwana Bob on April 30, 2013, 11:58:54 AM
Post by: Dr. Death on April 30, 2013, 12:15:00 PM
Lots of great info and peeps on this site that will help you out greatly, 3 of them have been writing on this post!...
Post by: huntnnw on April 30, 2013, 07:43:59 PM
Post by: Ridgeratt on April 30, 2013, 08:17:46 PM
The Kettle range has a few moose as well but you will have to do your homework!
This was a Kettle range moose a few years back.
Post by: huntnnw on April 30, 2013, 11:54:59 PM
Today I walked up the road behind gate with a 35lb pack on...it took me 16 min to walk to the first main spur road into the SE basin and 7 more minutes and I was on the second spur road into the basin this is the main area that the moose are concentrated in. If walking that far is terrible or too much.. you my friend are lazy! I can walk to the top in under a hour and there is no need to go that high anyways