Post by: Harborhunter on May 14, 2013, 08:14:42 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on May 14, 2013, 08:39:26 AM
Post by: Harborhunter on May 14, 2013, 09:06:27 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on May 14, 2013, 09:27:11 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on May 14, 2013, 09:28:13 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on May 14, 2013, 09:56:25 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on May 14, 2013, 10:16:28 AM
Post by: Harborhunter on May 14, 2013, 10:17:37 AM
I don't think you can go wrong with any of those units. With some work and a little bit of luck, you should be able to pull a nice bull out of all of those. If it were me, I would go Dayton then Tucannon.
That is kind of where I am at right now. I don't think one can go wrong with any of them either. Just hoping to get a few more opinions to aide my decision. Even with a lot of points I know drawing isn't a sure thing, but I just want to try and make the best choices I can.
Post by: vandeman17 on May 14, 2013, 10:22:50 AM
Yes you :chuckle:
Well shoot. Then I change my vote to there are no elk in the blues! That better? :tup:
Post by: 270Flat on May 14, 2013, 10:24:43 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on May 14, 2013, 10:53:58 AM
:tup: perfect. :chuckle:Yes you :chuckle:
Well shoot. Then I change my vote to there are no elk in the blues! That better? :tup:
Post by: Roperfive88 on May 17, 2013, 12:20:30 PM
Here is the Thread for that bull.
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,110311.msg1448054.html#msg1448054 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,110311.msg1448054.html#msg1448054)
Post by: Harborhunter on May 17, 2013, 10:33:33 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 17, 2013, 10:43:15 PM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 17, 2013, 10:58:15 PM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 17, 2013, 11:00:27 PM
I have 18 points and know exactly how you feel. I've been putting in for the tucannon and wenaha muzzy for years but now they only are giving out 2 tags. 5 days to go and I'm not sure anymore what to put in for. They number of bulls killed last year was down, that's part of the reason for the drop in tags. A drop camp would be a great adventure, good luck with what your choose. You must have caught a poacher, I've been waiting a long 18 years for a blues tag, again good luck in the draw. :tup:
That's not why the tag numbers are down, it's wolves. There is not enough tags given to deplete the elk and warrant a reduction in tags.
Post by: trophyhunt on May 17, 2013, 11:56:06 PM
Post by: get one leakin on May 18, 2013, 12:54:20 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 09:36:44 AM
watershed is not even close to cracking the top two with 18 pointsAgreed. I think that shed hunt is bad azz, but I wouldn't put more than 10 points on that tag. It's pretty dang cool ground and you can kill nice bulls but it's a tough hunt. I wish I could split my 18 points in half and apply for the shed two years in a row.
Post by: huntnphool on May 18, 2013, 09:57:24 AM
The really big bules were all killed in the wenaha and the tucannon last year. The big double drop tine was killed in the wenaha.Thats a great bull but its not the same double drop tine bull that was being discussed on here the year before. ;)
Here is the Thread for that bull.
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,110311.msg1448054.html#msg1448054 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,110311.msg1448054.html#msg1448054)
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 10:15:24 AM
It is just part of the reason, the wolves are definitely the biggest reason but you won't hear that from the local bio who loves wolves.The local bio in the Blues is not a wolf lover. He's an elk and deer hunter like us. I think the permit numbers are down for muzz and rifle guys because of the high success rates the last couple years in those 2 categories.
Post by: huntnphool on May 18, 2013, 10:20:33 AM
+1It is just part of the reason, the wolves are definitely the biggest reason but you won't hear that from the local bio who loves wolves.The local bio in the Blues is not a wolf lover. He's an elk and deer hunter like us. I think the permit numbers are down for muzz and rifle guys because of the high success rates the last couple years in those 2 categories.
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 12:59:13 PM
:dunno:
Post by: huntnphool on May 18, 2013, 01:09:15 PM
Post by: Harborhunter on May 18, 2013, 01:14:46 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 01:17:16 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 01:22:01 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 01:36:48 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 01:41:40 PM
:dunno:
Depends on what your preferred style of hunting is.
Post by: Harborhunter on May 18, 2013, 01:59:46 PM
I have messaged back and forth with Dave asking him some questions. Great guy. I would definitely be willing to use his services if need be. I would also prefer a pack in hunt. I have been in the East some, but only for spring bear. We saw a good number of elk in there. I have heard a lot about the Tucannon, I just unfortunately have never been in the unit before. Harvest numbers were pretty good last year though.
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 02:05:22 PM
Jackelope,I also have never been in the tucannon but it has always been my first choice, I've been in the same boat as you for a while, also plan on using Dave for a pack in drop camp. I'm not sure what I'll do this year but if we draw the same tag maby we can go fully guided with Dave as partners? It's 2,500 a piece or 5,000 by yourself, that's if he doesn't raise his prices.
I have messaged back and forth with Dave asking him some questions. Great guy. I would definitely be willing to use his services if need be. I would also prefer a pack in hunt. I have been in the East some, but only for spring bear. We saw a good number of elk in there. I have heard a lot about the Tucannon, I just unfortunately have never been in the unit before. Harvest numbers were pretty good last year though.
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 18, 2013, 05:57:48 PM
Jackelope,I also have never been in the tucannon but it has always been my first choice, I've been in the same boat as you for a while, also plan on using Dave for a pack in drop camp. I'm not sure what I'll do this year but if we draw the same tag maby we can go fully guided with Dave as partners? It's 2,500 a piece or 5,000 by yourself, that's if he doesn't raise his prices.
I have messaged back and forth with Dave asking him some questions. Great guy. I would definitely be willing to use his services if need be. I would also prefer a pack in hunt. I have been in the East some, but only for spring bear. We saw a good number of elk in there. I have heard a lot about the Tucannon, I just unfortunately have never been in the unit before. Harvest numbers were pretty good last year though.
Tell you what, since you have never been to the tucannon, Ill set you up with a fully guided hunt/camp for $1750 each. That's a great deal and I guarantee you will find trophy bulls within walking distance of your camp. Hit me up if you get drawn.
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 18, 2013, 06:02:06 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 06:10:52 PM
Or $3000 by yourself. and I will do all the packing.Are you licensed to guide in there too?
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 18, 2013, 06:58:13 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 18, 2013, 07:18:00 PM
Don't need a guide license in wa do you? Hey if someone needs a guide to hunt the tucannon, ill cash in!Federal land I'm pretty sure you do...As in national forest. You could guide on state land without a license.
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 09:12:24 PM
Now this is very interesting. I didn't know there was any other guides besides Dave in that unit.Jackelope,I also have never been in the tucannon but it has always been my first choice, I've been in the same boat as you for a while, also plan on using Dave for a pack in drop camp. I'm not sure what I'll do this year but if we draw the same tag maby we can go fully guided with Dave as partners? It's 2,500 a piece or 5,000 by yourself, that's if he doesn't raise his prices.
I have messaged back and forth with Dave asking him some questions. Great guy. I would definitely be willing to use his services if need be. I would also prefer a pack in hunt. I have been in the East some, but only for spring bear. We saw a good number of elk in there. I have heard a lot about the Tucannon, I just unfortunately have never been in the unit before. Harvest numbers were pretty good last year though.
Tell you what, since you have never been to the tucannon, Ill set you up with a fully guided hunt/camp for $1750 each. That's a great deal and I guarantee you will find trophy bulls within walking distance of your camp. Hit me up if you get drawn.
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 18, 2013, 09:43:32 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 09:53:23 PM
Ill be his entertainment specialist.I've only had a couple drinks but.... I'm confused??
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 18, 2013, 10:00:56 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on May 18, 2013, 10:03:45 PM
Post by: nwhunter on May 19, 2013, 09:53:22 AM
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 19, 2013, 11:30:23 AM
Well at least it wont be hard to gather evidence for the Forest Service when we see you with clients in a unit that absolutely requires an outfitter permit!! Its not uncommon to run into someone who is more than likely guiding under the table every few years but to have someone post online they will do it for money is a new one! It takes a lot of time and money and insurance to be a permitted outfitter/guide so you can legally take peoples money for your service, better do your research a little better before incriminating yourself online. nwhunter
I was being a smart ass.
Post by: jackelope on May 19, 2013, 11:35:09 AM
Don't need a guide license in wa do you? Hey if someone needs a guide to hunt the tucannon, ill cash in!
:dunno:
You had me too, if that's what being a smart-azz is.
I edited your last post. No need for that.
Post by: elkinrutdrivemenuts on May 19, 2013, 11:38:57 AM
It a way to get around being a guide. Seriously guys!? If anyone has hunted the tucannon they willl understand, you shouldn't need a drop camp or guide to find elk. Save your money for scouting trips.
Post by: Harborhunter on May 19, 2013, 09:00:45 PM