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Big Game Hunting => Deer Hunting => Topic started by: pips4bucks on December 03, 2013, 12:02:50 AM
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So it began back in May when we all anxiously awaited the results of the draw.... Needless to say, I was pretty stoked to see 'SELECTED' next to my Quality Deer application. Immediately I had dreams of big bucks. Having only hunted the East side one other time, and never hunting this unit before, (yes, I was one of 'those' guys) ;) I knew I had my work cut out for me.
Work constraints and a kitchen remodel kept my scouting efforts to a minimum, but I did get to go over and check the unit out. WOW! This unit is big country! Beautiful, rugged, open, dense, it's all there.
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Evidence of past burns were everywhere....
It took me a bit, but I figured out that these holes were from burned out stumps.
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I figure, these bare spots were from logs that completely burnt to ash.
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Day 2, my girlfriend spotted this guy...
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Having never taken a Mule deer, I really wanted a nice respectable representative 4x4 buck, and being that this guy was a 3x4 he would be 'Plan B'. That was that last we saw of him, but I knew where he was hanging out.
I found this guy, a 2x4, the same day. I also lost count on deer that day after I'd reached 120. :yike:
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Day 3... a small 4x4
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and this guy...
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A young'un
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Then I found the one I would pursue...
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I took these pics a couple minutes before he passed by us at 55 yards. I didn't actually think he'd head towards us because on an earlier stalk a doe busted me and the last I saw of him he was headed to the next drainage. We'd just pulled up in the truck, stopped, and the herd was milling about in front of us. I couldn't believe they came back! I was at full draw on him, but he wouldn't stop for the shot. :bash:
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Day 4 I decided to head up high to see if I could find one of the famous Entiat monsters. No such luck. This was the only buck I saw up high.
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On the way up I found this TANK! The closest I got to him was 55 yards, but there were too many branches in the way for a shot. I wish I could've taken him, he's got some gnarly eye guards.
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Day 5: A couple new bucks and my old friend...
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Day 6: I spent up high again and still didn't find one of those big bucks. If there was a way to wear out a spotting scope I would have done it.
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Day 7: The fog rolls in. FOG SUCKS! I searched for little pockets where the fog hadn't settled yet and quickly glassed before losing all visibility.
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During my glassing session I heard a branch break not far behind me. I turn around and there was a buck not 40 yards away! I grab my bow and head after him. After an hour long stalk, the fog rolling in, and a bit of cat and mouse, I finally got my shot. A mere 25 yards! BUCK DOWN! After A LOT of glassing and hiking I filled my Entiat tag.
He wasn't the biggest buck, but he's my first Mule deer. I thought about passing on him, but considering the weather report of lots of fog over the last couple days of the season, I figured I better take advantage of what was given to me. I also heard the voice of my grandfather in my head saying, "SHOOT HIM!" So my inner meat hunter took over from there.
Some guys might say I wasted my tag. I say I was fortunate enough to get drawn to have an opportunity to hunt such a fantastic area. I saw plenty of deer. Lots of bucks, the fewest number of bucks I saw was 6 in one day, the most I saw was 11. The lack of snow didn't help at all, but ya gotta play the cards you're dealt. I had a blast and hope to get drawn for this area again some day.
Fresh rub...
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After a complete pass through.
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As he lay...
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Cheesy grin!
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Hmmm... fresh rubbing from the earlier tree? I say yes!
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Congrats and thanks for sharing.
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Sounds like you had a great time ....Nice :tup:
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Nice hunt, you had a good time, thats what its all about! Congrats! :tup:
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:tup: :tup:
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Good job! 7 days into it, I think you did alright! Probably can't wait to do it again!
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Awesome story and pics! Thanks for sharing!
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Great job documenting the hunt. Plan b buck was a stud.
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Congrats on your buck
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Great story and pics. Thanks for sharing.
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Congrats! Its refreshing to hear your appriciation for a hunt like that! Great pictures!
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Great story and pics. Congrats
from the Wetside. like the darkside only Wetter!
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Sounds like a great time!! Congrats on your buck!
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That is what it is all about!! Congrats!
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Congrats! Its refreshing to hear your appriciation for a hunt like that! Great pictures!
:yeah: I agree all the way around.
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Thanks for the story and the pictures!!
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Very nice buck. Sounds like you had a great hunt. I would have had trouble passing plan "B" buck, even on first day.
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Nice job man, thats the true spirit of a WA quality deer permit. Its not about the size of the harvest, its about the experience of the hunt. :tup:
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Way to go man!
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:tup:
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Great story and some awesome pictures :tup:
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That sounds like a awesome hunt and great buck at that :tup:
Any deer tagged while bow hunting is trophy, regardless of antler size :brew:
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Great story and congrats on a great hunt!
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looks like you had a great hunt,thanks for sharing :tup:
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Awesome pictures and story. Great shot on that buck.
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Nice job :tup:
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Great write up and story telling with the pictures!
Thanks for sharing.
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Told you you'd get one! Nice write up too! Congrats!
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Great job!!! Way to honor the hunting heritage and respect the life of the buck you took!! Well done!
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:tup: Good work!
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Looks like u had a blast, it's def not about getting the biggest animal or even getting an animal, but u did do well in both categories. Congrats, it's awesome to see ppl having pure enjoyment from the outdoors! Great job! :)
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Very good write up. I was also drawn for this hunt. And for the conditions that we had this year that is a very respectable buck. Good job and maybe next time there will be some snow.
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Cool write up and pictures. It was a little tougher up there with no snow, but there was still plenty of deer running around. Good work on your buck.
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Very good write up. I was also drawn for this hunt. And for the conditions that we had this year that is a very respectable buck. Good job and maybe next time there will be some snow.
Why don't you share with us all in how your hunt went and show us some of the studs that you saw on this hunt. I know you and Strader both filled your tags so let's see some pictures and hear some stories
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nice story........and deer.
Are you related to boneaddict with all those beautiful pictures ?
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Nice job, sound like you had a blast.
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Awesome documentary of your hunt! The pictures were great! I had to do the same thing with a late rifle tag but I was not leaving without one in the freezer. Still proud of my 3x3 22 inches wide.
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A friend of mine had an Entiat Rifle tag a couple of years ago. His experience mirrored yours and it was fun to follow along with the pics.
Thanks
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Very nice buck :tup:
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Are you related to boneaddict with all those beautiful pictures ?
Thanks! I wish!
Most of those were taken with my Panasonic pocket camera. It has a Leica lens so that helps. One of these days I'll get serious and buy a couple of 'real' cameras and lenses and maybe give Bone some competition. ;)
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Thanks for the write up and photos. Looks like a great adventure.
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Looks like you had an awesome adventure :tup:
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Nice story and pics. You'll get another chance at a big one .
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Great adventure!!! The Entiat is a tough hunt with no or little snow.
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Great post :tup: Nice buck also.
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When I was reading this I was thinking, "this sounds like a story Joel would tell." Low and behold the story was in fact yours! Nicely done my friend. I look forward to hunting with you next year.
Cheers,
Erik
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Great post! Loved the pics and the story!!!
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Don't be silly, there is no wasted tag here. It's refreshing to read about the pure enjoyment and appreciation of the hunt. Good one on ya.
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Don't be silly, there is no wasted tag here. It's refreshing to read about the pure enjoyment and appreciation of the hunt. Good one on ya.
+1
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Fantastic story and deer! Thanks for posting your adventure!
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No way that tag was wasted! Great hunt. :tup:
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Congrats! Its refreshing to hear your appriciation for a hunt like that! Great pictures!
:yeah: I agree all the way around.
That is right! Glad to read a story that did not end with a bunch of whining because there were not 180 bucks behind every tree. Congratulations. Enjoyed your story and pics.
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Nice buck, nice pics and congrats.
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Thanks for taking us on this hunt! Very exciting! Congratulations! :IBCOOL:
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:tup: :tup:
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Great pictures and a great story. I love hunting the Entiat area and it is always nice to see new pictures and read about successful hunts!