Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 09:29:12 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 09:40:02 AM
B) Poaching is illegal
C) Glad you are the one that decides who breaks the law and pays the price or not
:dunno:
Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 24, 2014, 09:40:28 AM
The likely responses will be "SSS," "SSS is poaching," "I would not condone illegal activity," "I would (would not) report illegal activity," "I feel for you guys/gals that have to deal with WDFW incompetence and duplicity," "how dare you impugn the hardworking folks in the WDFW," admonishments that this is not a good place to discuss illegal activity even if it concerns wolf damage, "you are a low-post-count, wolf-loving troll," "yeah thats," etc.
I think that about covers it.
Post by: huntingfool7 on July 24, 2014, 09:43:50 AM
There are plenty of threads here that have been down this road.
The likely responses will be "SSS," "SSS is poaching," "I would not condone illegal activity," "I would (would not) report illegal activity," "I feel for you guys/gals that have to deal with WDFW incompetence and duplicity," "how dare you impugn the hardworking folks in the WDFW," admonishments that this is not a good place to discuss illegal activity even if it concerns wolf damage, "you are a low-post-count, wolf-loving troll," "yeah thats," etc.
I think that about covers it.
I think Flounders covered the whole future thread and sucked the suspense right out of it.
Post by: grundy53 on July 24, 2014, 09:46:46 AM
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Post by: jackelope on July 24, 2014, 09:51:08 AM
With as much time as wdfw spends monitoring this site along with other social networking sites, admitting to illegally shooting wolves is about the fullest thing you could possibly do on huntwa.
I'll leave it at that and move along.
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 09:54:38 AM
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 09:56:27 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 10:02:47 AM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 24, 2014, 10:03:01 AM
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: wolfbait on July 24, 2014, 10:13:25 AM
:dunno: so WDFW has clearly decided not to manage our wolf population. There pathetic attempt to convince ranchers and hunters in e wa that " those are yote tracks. There are no wolves in that area." Is an absolute joke. So here's it is..... if the state wont protect our wildlife do we just sit back and watch? We all know the consequences of getting caught dumping a wolf, and thats the dilemma. When u spot a wolf on that hillside and hes standing there broad side do you send some lead and be part of the solution or let it go and be part of the problem. I really dont know witch I would choose personally. I do know that it doesn't matter how much money the state is holding in front of me, I would never turn in the guy that chooses to take the shot. Just wondering if anybody else has any input
I would see if I could get closer to the wolf, take some great pictures, maybe see if I could pet it a little bit. Get my wife to take pictures of me and the wolf getting along so well. If I had my dogs with me, I would introduce them to the wolf so that they could become friends, and the wolf could tell the rest of the wolves that we all need to get along.
If the wolf was wearing a collar I would try to see if it had any info on when he was released and whether WDFW or the USFWS released him/her and in which year. After all the wolves are here to stay, and I'm sure after this fire, more will be "migrating" in from ID, MT, WY, NC Alberta, Southern British Columbia etc., after all wolves make the aspen grow, balance the ecosystem and beavers flourish.
Post by: grundy53 on July 24, 2014, 10:20:04 AM
I get it. legally hunting these critters should be the goal. Getting red in the face and spouting off counterproductive comments probably doesnt help. Just hard to keep your cool when you actually start digging into what these suites are doing in Olympia. It sucks.Venting is fine. You just have to remember this is an open forum and anti hunters as well as WDFW monitor this site heavily. Also whatever you post is permanent.
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Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 10:30:12 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 10:34:24 AM
:dunno: . I do know that it doesn't matter how much money the state is holding in front of me, I would never turn in the guy that chooses to take the shot. Just wondering if anybody else has any input
That is advocating poaching.
I agree with points you are making after your first post. However, whether venting or not, sportsman can not and should not advocate breaking the law in any way shape or form. Your scenario is a wolf on a hillside. That is a far cry from a rancher protecting his stock or a sportsman protecting themselves or possibly a hound.
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 10:56:10 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 11:00:17 AM
:dunno: When u spot a wolf on that hillside and hes standing there broad side do you send some lead and be part of the solution or let it go and be part of the problem. I really dont know witch I would choose personally. I do know that it doesn't matter how much money the state is holding in front of me, I would never turn in the guy that chooses to take the shot. Just wondering if anybody else has any input
Please tell me how "let it go and be part of the problem" does not suggest that regardless of the legality the shot should be taken?
I'm not trying to label you. You have said that you would not turn in a wolf poacher? How about a 2pt in a 3pt area? A native fish? Grouse out of season? I don't think you post is being misconstrued. I'm taking it at face value and don't believe that it paints you or sportsman in a very good light.
Post by: Woodchuck on July 24, 2014, 11:13:44 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 11:14:31 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on July 24, 2014, 11:15:44 AM
Post by: Gringo31 on July 24, 2014, 11:42:49 AM
We understand the frustration! But, we need to fix it with those in charge....or at least try. IF an idiot makes a poor decision, don't blame the decision. Also, if you fix it for him, he's still an idiot and will make more.
Need real wildlife leaders who favor conservation over preservation.
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 11:46:34 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on July 24, 2014, 11:51:31 AM
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 11:53:57 AM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 11:54:27 AM
By all means welcome to the forum and don't let any of my comments get under your skin. Looking forward to seeing you with a whitetail on the ground and a few more of those birds.
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 12:06:14 PM
Post by: grousefether on July 24, 2014, 12:13:50 PM
Post by: huntingaddiction on July 24, 2014, 03:04:50 PM
Post by: h20hunter on July 24, 2014, 03:12:24 PM
No worries. Thanks and good luck if your bear huntin next weekend. You obviously know what your doin :tup:
Meh...right time right place when it comes down to it. I'll be out....check the cam setion...."fat bottom girls...." I'll be in there looking for him.
Post by: Special T on July 24, 2014, 04:17:10 PM
:dunno: so WDFW has clearly decided not to manage our wolf population. There pathetic attempt to convince ranchers and hunters in e wa that " those are yote tracks. There are no wolves in that area." Is an absolute joke. So here's it is..... if the state wont protect our wildlife do we just sit back and watch? We all know the consequences of getting caught dumping a wolf, and thats the dilemma. When u spot a wolf on that hillside and hes standing there broad side do you send some lead and be part of the solution or let it go and be part of the problem. I really dont know witch I would choose personally. I do know that it doesn't matter how much money the state is holding in front of me, I would never turn in the guy that chooses to take the shot. Just wondering if anybody else has any input
I would see if I could get closer to the wolf, take some great pictures, maybe see if I could pet it a little bit. Get my wife to take pictures of me and the wolf getting along so well. If I had my dogs with me, I would introduce them to the wolf so that they could become friends, and the wolf could tell the rest of the wolves that we all need to get along.
If the wolf was wearing a collar I would try to see if it had any info on when he was released and whether WDFW or the USFWS released him/her and in which year. After all the wolves are here to stay, and I'm sure after this fire, more will be "migrating" in from ID, MT, WY, NC Alberta, Southern British Columbia etc., after all wolves make the aspen grow, balance the ecosystem and beavers flourish.
:chuckle:
Im guessing your using a new strategy to change the hearts and minds of people? Are you tired of posting all those articles? I much prefer this method of using the absurd to show absurdity.
Post by: wolfbait on July 26, 2014, 06:09:39 AM
:dunno: so WDFW has clearly decided not to manage our wolf population. There pathetic attempt to convince ranchers and hunters in e wa that " those are yote tracks. There are no wolves in that area." Is an absolute joke. So here's it is..... if the state wont protect our wildlife do we just sit back and watch? We all know the consequences of getting caught dumping a wolf, and thats the dilemma. When u spot a wolf on that hillside and hes standing there broad side do you send some lead and be part of the solution or let it go and be part of the problem. I really dont know witch I would choose personally. I do know that it doesn't matter how much money the state is holding in front of me, I would never turn in the guy that chooses to take the shot. Just wondering if anybody else has any input
I would see if I could get closer to the wolf, take some great pictures, maybe see if I could pet it a little bit. Get my wife to take pictures of me and the wolf getting along so well. If I had my dogs with me, I would introduce them to the wolf so that they could become friends, and the wolf could tell the rest of the wolves that we all need to get along.
If the wolf was wearing a collar I would try to see if it had any info on when he was released and whether WDFW or the USFWS released him/her and in which year. After all the wolves are here to stay, and I'm sure after this fire, more will be "migrating" in from ID, MT, WY, NC Alberta, Southern British Columbia etc., after all wolves make the aspen grow, balance the ecosystem and beavers flourish.
:chuckle:
Im guessing your using a new strategy to change the hearts and minds of people? Are you tired of posting all those articles? I much prefer this method of using the absurd to show absurdity.
I'm just trying to appease the pro-wolf crowd, I figured if I throw some pro-wolf language in every so often a few of them wouldn't get their panties in a twist so quick. It seems to be working quite well so far. :tup: