Post by: C-Money on February 11, 2014, 09:22:39 AM
Post by: CamoDup on February 11, 2014, 09:46:51 AM
Post by: C-Money on February 11, 2014, 09:56:31 AM
Post by: bobcat on February 11, 2014, 10:04:52 AM
That's a lot of elk.
Post by: buglebuster on February 11, 2014, 10:08:48 AM
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on February 11, 2014, 10:16:03 AM
750? Really? As in seven hundred and fifty? :yike:
That's a lot of elk.
They will feed up to about 1200 elk each winter. Approximately 90 bulls. I think that heard is about 3000 animals for the Yakima herd?
Post by: bobcat on February 11, 2014, 10:18:44 AM
Post by: C-Money on February 11, 2014, 10:22:34 AM
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on February 11, 2014, 10:30:14 AM
I was just surprised because I thought most of the elk had not come down yet due to the lack of snow.
Its been a snowin in them thar hills!!!!!! :tup:
Don't forget they are well fare elk! :chuckle:
Post by: MLBowhunting on February 11, 2014, 10:55:07 AM
Post by: buglebuster on February 11, 2014, 12:51:25 PM
Post by: PlateauNDN on February 11, 2014, 01:53:59 PM
I've shed hunted that exact location :tup:
You missed a few from the spring then :chuckle:
Ive come across a couple nice little bucks hanging around there late summer. I was caught off guard amd spooked them. Farthest east I've seen any deer in that area anyways. Seen some nicks rattlers but didn't wamt to waste a rifle round on one, though I was tempted to use a stick. :chuckle:
Post by: buglebuster on February 11, 2014, 02:46:17 PM
I was probably in there a week or so early all the bulls I saw were still packing.. and hey, I didnt claim to be the best shed hunter :chuckle: :chuckle:I've shed hunted that exact location :tup:
You missed a few from the spring then :chuckle:
Post by: BNAElkhntr on February 11, 2014, 03:57:05 PM
Missed one :chuckle: also there are 400 or so down and 20 or so branched bulls. A couple 7 points. There are a hell of a lot more hanging above the station. Count today in the nile was near 200 with a few nice bulld up there as well.
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Its Just Too bad I couldn't convince one of them to spend the winter at my house :chuckle:
Post by: TriggerMike on February 23, 2014, 01:14:49 AM
Post by: bobcat on February 23, 2014, 06:32:34 AM
Post by: Big6bull on February 23, 2014, 07:12:54 AM
Everybody on here should have the WDFW pass that you get for free with your hunting license. So no need for a Discover pass.
Even where posted discovery pass required? Just bought discovery pass thought I needed both
Post by: bobcat on February 23, 2014, 07:14:21 AM
Everybody on here should have the WDFW pass that you get for free with your hunting license. So no need for a Discover pass.
Even where posted discovery pass required? Just bought discovery pass thought I needed both
It's WDFW land so either one will work.
Post by: bobcat on February 23, 2014, 07:19:10 AM
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Winter feeding for elk, big-horn sheep underway
WDFW’s winter feeding program is now underway at the Oak Creek Wildlife Area, where hundreds of hungry elk and big-horn sheep are descending from the high country to dine on alfalfa hay and pellets. Bald and golden eagles are also on display throughout the area. The visitors center is open, but it's always a good idea to check the recorded message on the headquarters phone (509-653-2390) for updates on feeding and elk-viewing tours. Visitors should be aware that a state Discover Pass or WDFW Access Pass is required to park at the Wildlife Area. Visitors can purchase a Discover Pass at the area headquarters or online from WDFW’s website.
Post by: Alan K on February 23, 2014, 08:05:27 AM
Post by: Big6bull on February 23, 2014, 10:47:24 AM
Post by: dscubame on February 23, 2014, 10:53:04 AM
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 23, 2014, 12:37:57 PM
Post by: TriggerMike on February 23, 2014, 06:04:32 PM
Everybody on here should have the WDFW pass that you get for free with your hunting license. So no need for a Discover pass.
Even where posted discovery pass required? Just bought discovery pass thought I needed both
It's WDFW land so either one will work.
Wow those sneaky little.... I went with my brother who already had a discover pass but I'm glad that I now know you only need a Vehicle Use Pass. I'll spread the word, thanks for the heads up.
Post by: TikkaT3-270Shortmag on February 24, 2014, 11:02:05 AM
Post by: KillerBeee on February 24, 2014, 02:04:02 PM
Post by: jstone on February 25, 2014, 06:34:41 AM
Post by: buglebuster on February 25, 2014, 02:10:07 PM
Post by: bobcat on February 25, 2014, 02:40:42 PM
Indians shot them all and over havest. That is why they are proposing more cow tags.
That is true. A few individuals from the Yakama Nation slaughter bulls all winter just so they can sell the antlers to taxidermists.
Post by: buglebuster on February 25, 2014, 03:26:19 PM
Post by: PlateauNDN on February 25, 2014, 03:36:41 PM
Though i'm not denying the below mentioned statement of this also being a contributing factor.
Indians shot them all and over havest. That is why they are proposing more cow tags.