Post by: Jester052 on March 15, 2015, 10:40:43 AM
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on March 15, 2015, 11:05:32 AM
Post by: runamuk on March 15, 2015, 11:18:55 AM
I know that is how we got permission for my son, and the landowner said kill them all :chuckle: my son said um only 2 tags but thank you. Some people who own land apparently hate turkeys more than they hate hunters.
Post by: Jingles on March 15, 2015, 11:25:09 AM
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on March 15, 2015, 11:31:22 AM
I may get tarred and feathered but, calling the local wildlife biologist can be a shortcut to find the people who hate turkeys and wish them all a trip to the dinner table. You can get online and look up your areas bio at the wdfw site and then make a few phone calls.
I know that is how we got permission for my son, and the landowner said kill them all :chuckle: my son said um only 2 tags but thank you. Some people who own land apparently hate turkeys more than they hate hunters.
Or that :tup: I had a friend last year who was in the NE corner hunting some public land adjacent to a large section of private land. He was curious about finding out who owned it so he drove around until he located the nearest house. He seen a guy out in the yard so he approached him, and the first thing the guy said was I suppose you are here to ask permission to go hunting, my friend said yes. The guy said he had turned in several poachers that year already, and my friend was the first guy to actually ask for permission that year. He was given permission by the landowner on the spot. It is that easy sometimes, but I wouldn't count on it doing some legwork ahead of season would always be what I recommended of anyone who was seeking out private land access.
Post by: nwwanderer on March 15, 2015, 11:59:36 AM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on March 15, 2015, 12:23:12 PM
Post by: kodiak 907 on March 15, 2015, 12:29:25 PM
Post by: M_ray on March 15, 2015, 01:07:10 PM
Never say your from Seattle :dunno: :chuckle: Just saying ! The term Seattle hunters comes up a lot on the Eastside ! :chuckle:
Yep cause everyone from Seattle is bad! :rolleyes:
Post by: Bean Counter on March 15, 2015, 01:13:14 PM
Post by: kodiak 907 on March 15, 2015, 01:43:07 PM
Knocking on the door with a gift in hand seems tacky to me. My main rules of thumb are to drive very slowly when approaching their house so not as to kick up dust, and to bring a cute little kid if possible. :)
Well played. I will be trying this tactic.
Post by: MADMAX on March 15, 2015, 01:58:46 PM
worked like a charm
Post by: jasnt on March 15, 2015, 09:15:49 PM
we went into the legion in Chewelah and brought in a cooler of oystersthat will deffenetlly up your chances on this side of the state :tup:
worked like a charm
Post by: whichwaydidhegogeorge on March 15, 2015, 09:25:46 PM
Fast forward to this season. Gave up on the two bird quota. Spent $25 on gas, $20 on MREs, and one weekend. Dropped into Central WA Friday afternoon. My Wife, myself, and our dogs coordinated 17 mile power scout. Prior to leaving I had Google mapped several draws the looked to have the right turkey "ingredients". Yet, it was an area that only had whispers of birds. We tolerated crap weather and exhaustion. I worked the ridge shock calling during different phases of the day while my wife listened below for responses and set the cameras. She observed two flock fly downs, and just missed a third. We checked the some pics before leaving this evening. There are at least 4 confirmed shooters, and the cameras are still in place to monitor for any changes until the opener.
If I don't bag Turkey this year I guess I'll eat Crow :IBCOOL:. But, I will be damned if I ever ask permission to hunt again.
Post by: pope on March 15, 2015, 09:30:18 PM
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3/15/2015
Dear XXXXXXX Bank Trustee,
Through a property search I learned of your ownership of a 78-acre parcel located XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. The parcel number is XXXXXXX. Because of the parcel’s proximity to my home, I am requesting your permission to enjoy deer hunting privileges. Specifically I am requesting permission to walk on the property during the spring and summer months in order to learn likely locations for feeding and bedding areas, as well as permission to hunt during the autumn blacktail deer season.
Given this privilege, I promise to enter and leave the property quietly, and other than footprints, I will leave no trace of my visits. I would also comply with any special requests you may present. I would be happy to provide you an update on the condition of the property, reporting any evidence of trespassing or other illegal activity. I would gladly help remove garbage, and at your request, I would post signs to warn trespassers.
Of course, I would comply with the regulations of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. I prefer to hunt with a rifle which is legal because the parcel is outside of XXXXXX city boundary. However, at your request, I would only use archery equipment. Also, I would sign a waiver acknowledging that I assume all risks and releasing the property owner from any liability. If you have questions and would like to contact me, please xxxxxxxxx, or you can email me: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Thank you for considering my request,
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Post by: iusmc2002 on March 15, 2015, 10:58:24 PM
Up here, the bigger landowners (60+ acres), HATE turkeys, and want as many gone as possible. A friend and I were hunting south of Colville for a draw permit deer, and while driving around near where we were hunting, saw 4 groups of turkeys that had at least 60 turkeys in the group. We swung into a house on the west side of the valley where a bunch of turkeys had just crossed the road in front of us, and asked the lady if we could take a turkey. She asked how many tags we had lol It's a little harder to get permission to hunt deer, especially in 117 and 121, but turkeys, most people just want them thinned out
Be polite, don't look like a slob and roll with the punches if someone tells you NO.
Post by: Bean Counter on March 15, 2015, 11:46:01 PM
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"Borrowing" a kid, if you don't have one, is a good way to get people to let you hunt their property.
I rent my cute kids out for these purposes. You must keep them the whole day so I get free babysitting. :IBCOOL:
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This is also good advice. I am always expecting no and to immediately express my respect for their wishes. I've gotten lucky after a 'no' several times by finishing the conversation with "can you refer me to someone else that might be able to help me?" Been referred to ppl who said yes!
Be polite, don't look like a slob and roll with the punches if someone tells you NO.
Post by: dmv9 on March 17, 2015, 11:21:17 AM
Post by: Jester052 on March 17, 2015, 06:35:06 PM
Post by: KFhunter on March 17, 2015, 07:01:50 PM
keep in mind a lot of landowners (like me) have so many nieces, nephews, family friends' kids - there' s not enough deer to go around. I don't even hunt my own property, everything I take is off colville national or state.
I don't hunt any private ground with regularity..I know just about everyone around but even I hate to ask permission :chuckle:
Kinda wish I had more deer so I could get a cooler full of oysters :chuckle:...ya - that works very well! We had hunters on the property for years from the coast they'd bring fresh seafood and we'd set them up with a place to hunt and park an RV
Post by: GreyIC on March 18, 2015, 05:13:38 PM
Post by: wildweeds on March 18, 2015, 05:55:57 PM
I've never done this before, but Monday I'm sending the following letter to the owner of a parcel of land (approx 80 acres) which is apparently owned by a bank. Hope I'm going about this the right way. Any feedback you guys offer is appreciated.Quote3/15/2015
Dear XXXXXXX Bank Trustee,
Through a property search I learned of your ownership of a 78-acre parcel located XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. The parcel number is XXXXXXX. Because of the parcel’s proximity to my home, I am requesting your permission to enjoy deer hunting privileges. Specifically I am requesting permission to walk on the property during the spring and summer months in order to learn likely locations for feeding and bedding areas, as well as permission to hunt during the autumn blacktail deer season.
Given this privilege, I promise to enter and leave the property quietly, and other than footprints, I will leave no trace of my visits. I would also comply with any special requests you may present. I would be happy to provide you an update on the condition of the property, reporting any evidence of trespassing or other illegal activity. I would gladly help remove garbage, and at your request, I would post signs to warn trespassers.
Of course, I would comply with the regulations of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. I prefer to hunt with a rifle which is legal because the parcel is outside of XXXXXX city boundary. However, at your request, I would only use archery equipment. Also, I would sign a waiver acknowledging that I assume all risks and releasing the property owner from any liability. If you have questions and would like to contact me, please xxxxxxxxx, or you can email me: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Thank you for considering my request,
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Post by: Fishnfowler on March 18, 2015, 06:57:10 PM
I grew up in SE Idaho and was able to drive at the tender age of 14. A couple of us kids would knock on the door and sheepishly ask if we could hunt their land. The only times I was ever told no, was with an apology to me and an explanation that a cousin was coming over or some such thing. Generally they would tell me to come back in a week and have at it. Sincerity, honesty, a good handshake, and looking someone in the eye goes a long ways.