Post by: NSAECHIN on May 20, 2015, 10:07:11 AM
I plan to go deer hunting this year and based on my research on the maps and hunting units, Washougal would be my best bet for blacktail this season to get my feet wet before getting into learning more about elk hunting areas in WA.
Is this the best unit to hunt for somewhere near Vancouver? I don't want to have to drive many hours.
When I hunted in Oregon, I was used to hunting the Saddle Mountain, Wilson, Trask units which was about an hour drive from Portland near the coast. The nice thing about Oregon is there are tons of public land as well, not sure if this is the case in Washington?
Any recommended maps or other pointers are welcome.
I believe the only requirement was to complete the hunters education course...
Thanks!
Post by: Fl0und3rz on May 20, 2015, 10:23:29 AM
Post by: h20hunter on May 20, 2015, 10:25:55 AM
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CB4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dnr.wa.gov%2FBusinessPermits%2FTopics%2FMaps%2FPages%2Fpublic_lands_quadrangle_maps.aspx&ei=ksNcVZ_RMNjWoATC_oGABg&usg=AFQjCNGiQQLeK6W42q1cNbaeNhYTib_RNw&sig2=Cspo6657yDApsVUFviShQA&bvm=bv.93756505,d.cGU
Post by: pianoman9701 on May 20, 2015, 03:55:25 PM
Post by: NSAECHIN on May 21, 2015, 07:35:02 AM
h20hunter- Looks like they have a few different ones, which would be the best for hunting? I am assuming the public lands map?
Washington State Public Lands Quadrangle Maps , Washington State Major Public Lands Map, Washington State Forest Maps or DNR Recreation Guide ?
Post by: pianoman9701 on May 21, 2015, 09:09:46 AM
I got the 110.00 version which downloads to your desktop through free Garmin Basecamp software and then loads it into your handheld Garmin GPS.
Post by: NSAECHIN on May 21, 2015, 09:50:52 AM
Which handheld do you use?
Post by: pianoman9701 on May 21, 2015, 10:22:52 AM
Thanks! I will check that out for sure. I need to invest in one of those handhelds especially since I will be hunting in a new area.
Which handheld do you use?
I have a Garmin Rino 655T. The 650 is equally as good without the camera, I think. There are cheaper Rinos available and a used one wouldn't be bad. These new ones are around $500. That's a lot for a young guy with a family.
Post by: shadowless_nite on May 27, 2015, 01:21:24 AM
Btw, on a random note judging by your screen name, is your last name Saechin?
Post by: ELKBURGER on May 27, 2015, 05:48:07 AM
Post by: Wolfdog2314 on May 27, 2015, 08:06:33 AM
Post by: NSAECHIN on June 02, 2015, 02:43:19 PM
Im a vancouver local as well! Welcome and i dont know if I overlooked it but what seasons were you hoping to hunt this year? Theres a lot of good areas near by, unfortunately it seems like anywhere you would be able to do some decent hunting is atleast 30min + from the center of vancouver. If you could get onto some private property in the battleground unit that would definitely keep you close to town, atleast for deer. Shoot me a pm sometime and maybe i can be a third wheel over at nw liquid gold. I wouldnt mind catching up/ meeting new faces!
Btw, on a random note judging by your screen name, is your last name Saechin?
I am just going to hunt the general season this year in Washougal GMU 568 I believe. Yes, Saechin is my last name. I will send you a PM. Thanks!
Post by: NSAECHIN on June 02, 2015, 02:47:09 PM
Count me in too!
Sent you a PM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 02, 2015, 03:16:51 PM
Welcome to Washington and to the site! I'm sure you will soon realize Wa's stats compared to Or's. Twice as many hunters, Half as many deer and elk. Still, Washington has some beautiful country, some great people, Pro football and baseball teams and a taller mountain :chuckle: :hello: Maybe we can have a Vancouver get together :dunno: What do you think P-Man?
I'm for it. Sorry i didn't see your post sooner, Steve.
Post by: ELKBURGER on June 03, 2015, 05:32:07 AM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 03, 2015, 06:10:22 AM
Those in favor of a get together can throw out some ideas....I'm most often open weekday evenings 5-8pm, always open to conversation, food and beer during those hours :tup:
Northwest Liquid Gold on 4th Plain - ex-military guy, craft beers and brats. My hours are about the same except that I go shooting on Wednesdays with Braxton.
Post by: ELKBURGER on June 03, 2015, 06:16:42 AM
Lets see if we can get some interest from some local members for that time frame, then we can set a day. :)
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 03, 2015, 06:23:09 AM
Post by: NSAECHIN on June 03, 2015, 08:06:06 AM
Welcome to Washington and to the site! I'm sure you will soon realize Wa's stats compared to Or's. Twice as many hunters, Half as many deer and elk. Still, Washington has some beautiful country, some great people, Pro football and baseball teams and a taller mountain :chuckle: :hello: Maybe we can have a Vancouver get together :dunno: What do you think P-Man?
Thanks, yeah I would be up for a little get together.
Post by: NSAECHIN on June 03, 2015, 08:08:47 AM
Those in favor of a get together can throw out some ideas....I'm most often open weekday evenings 5-8pm, always open to conversation, food and beer during those hours :tup:
Northwest Liquid Gold on 4th Plain - ex-military guy, craft beers and brats. My hours are about the same except that I go shooting on Wednesdays with Braxton.
Where do you go shooting John? I have been to the English pit twice since I moved here. Not sure if there was anywhere else to go that's local.
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 03, 2015, 08:58:19 AM
Those in favor of a get together can throw out some ideas....I'm most often open weekday evenings 5-8pm, always open to conversation, food and beer during those hours :tup:
Northwest Liquid Gold on 4th Plain - ex-military guy, craft beers and brats. My hours are about the same except that I go shooting on Wednesdays with Braxton.
Where do you go shooting John? I have been to the English pit twice since I moved here. Not sure if there was anywhere else to go that's local.
Clark Rifles is open to the public on Sundays from 9-5. $20. The handgun range is closed to non-members but the facility is top notch.
Post by: NSAECHIN on June 03, 2015, 10:15:06 AM
Those in favor of a get together can throw out some ideas....I'm most often open weekday evenings 5-8pm, always open to conversation, food and beer during those hours :tup:
Northwest Liquid Gold on 4th Plain - ex-military guy, craft beers and brats. My hours are about the same except that I go shooting on Wednesdays with Braxton.
Where do you go shooting John? I have been to the English pit twice since I moved here. Not sure if there was anywhere else to go that's local.
Clark Rifles is open to the public on Sundays from 9-5. $20. The handgun range is closed to non-members but the facility is top notch.
I just checked their website. Looks like they are no longer taking people on their members wait list. They have a over five year wait list so sounds like they are definitely top notch! But its really nice to know that they are open to the public on Sundays and have rifle ranges up to 300 yards. Thanks for the info! :tup:
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 03, 2015, 10:23:37 AM
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Post by: Joe13 on June 14, 2015, 09:00:12 AM
Id be interested in meeting the local yokals round here =).
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 14, 2015, 10:40:14 AM
Northwest Liquid Gold
11202 NE Fourth Plain
Vancouver, WA 98662
Post by: Jim/WA on June 14, 2015, 03:32:34 PM
Post by: xd2005 on June 14, 2015, 03:34:53 PM
Post by: ELKBURGER on June 14, 2015, 05:05:43 PM
Darn, will be out with my old man fishing for Fathers Day. Was hoping to find someone wanting to help fill a cow tag this year. :chuckle:What did you draw XD?
Post by: xd2005 on June 14, 2015, 05:16:22 PM
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 15, 2015, 06:25:50 AM
Washougal cow.
Didn't I see a few of those on the beach at Capt. William Clark park. I didn't know you needed a tag, though.
We'll figure out another time. Someone else throw out a suggestion.
Post by: xd2005 on June 15, 2015, 06:31:20 AM
Burn! :chuckle:Washougal cow.
Didn't I see a few of those on the beach at Capt. William Clark park. I didn't know you needed a tag, though.
We'll figure out another time. Someone else throw out a suggestion.
Post by: pianoman9701 on July 01, 2015, 12:18:30 PM
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