Post by: Sharp shooter on March 17, 2017, 01:41:04 AM
I have experience in the unit a few years back my father in law shot a nice boar.
Was just wondering if I'm the only one on the forum who drew this unit.
Post by: JBar on March 17, 2017, 03:20:17 AM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 17, 2017, 12:44:58 PM
Post by: JBar on March 17, 2017, 01:23:46 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 17, 2017, 01:25:22 PM
Post by: luvmystang67 on March 17, 2017, 02:23:47 PM
Do you know much about the area?
Because D-Rock won't be able to help you if you dont...
Post by: Crosshair on March 17, 2017, 03:19:50 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 17, 2017, 03:29:01 PM
Drock I know my fair share but always down for some more company and learn some new spots and willing to hike my a$$ off
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 17, 2017, 03:30:21 PM
If you ever wanna go out together I'm down for company or willing to help in any way
Post by: JakeLand on March 17, 2017, 03:44:34 PM
Jake
Post by: Crosshair on March 17, 2017, 05:14:35 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 17, 2017, 06:37:43 PM
Sounds good crosshair and Ill defiantly invite drock out I been following this forum for many years too and he seems to know his stuff so once I get the keys and maps I'll defiantly give him a shout
Post by: h20hunter on March 17, 2017, 06:42:22 PM
Post by: Stickerbush on March 17, 2017, 07:54:02 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 18, 2017, 09:48:55 AM
H20 I remember your bear thread like it was yesterday was a great hunt to follow
On a side note anyone know when I get my maps and have to go pick my key up
Post by: Crosshair on March 18, 2017, 10:10:22 AM
Thanks stickerbrush
H20 I remember your bear thread like it was yesterday was a great hunt to follow
On a side note anyone know when I get my maps and have to go pick my key up
I believe we will have a meeting with WDFW and we should get all of the information at that point.
Post by: h20hunter on March 18, 2017, 11:08:47 AM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 18, 2017, 12:15:57 PM
Post by: h20hunter on March 18, 2017, 12:19:57 PM
Post by: luvmystang67 on March 18, 2017, 02:41:05 PM
I would advise against putting "boots on the ground". There's lots of roads, I've always had best luck driving. Concentrate later in the season, not earlier. Use the earlier season to explore areas and learn places you want to go back to later. Ping D-rock if you need help (lol).
I'm 2/2 in the Monroe Spring bear hunt. I even passed on one the last time I drew.
Good luck, you should get one. Plan on spending more than just a weekend up there though.
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 18, 2017, 08:40:36 PM
You guys are already a ton of help thanks guys
Thang I have no problem burning boot leather I was gonna spend early part scouting out spots I like beating brush then end of May start hitting it hard
I plan on spending every morning out there. Any one who knows me know I hunt my ass off. Huntings my biggest passion and that's what I spend all my time away from work doing. I plan on "ping" drock stand and whoever else would like to ride shotgun and help out when out in the field.
You guys are a ton of help for this young lad and I thank you guys a ton
Post by: h20hunter on March 18, 2017, 09:03:29 PM
Post by: Eric M on March 18, 2017, 10:22:46 PM
Post by: h20hunter on March 19, 2017, 12:09:48 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 19, 2017, 12:39:32 PM
I'll be taking a long walk tomorrow also not hoping for much but I'll bring the camera anyway. What road did you walk h20 any of them that I'll be able to hunt?
Post by: h20hunter on March 19, 2017, 12:46:04 PM
Post by: h20hunter on March 19, 2017, 12:47:02 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 19, 2017, 01:25:02 PM
Do any of you guys not work tomorrow and down for a nice hike
Post by: Ripper on March 20, 2017, 10:36:42 AM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 20, 2017, 05:30:16 PM
Post by: h20hunter on March 20, 2017, 05:41:30 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 20, 2017, 06:03:24 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 20, 2017, 11:34:14 PM
Dang d-rock that's an awful nice offer I'm gonna have to buy more beer lol
Post by: luvmystang67 on March 21, 2017, 09:15:28 AM
I'll show you both spots where stang killed his bears because I'm just a nice guy.
Huh...
Post by: Carl on March 21, 2017, 09:17:30 AM
I know exactly where H20 and Drock hunt. For a nice finder fee I can give you a detailed map of both of their favorite spots. Now if Drock and H20 want me to stay quiet, they will need to pay a bigger fee. Let the info auction begin. Can I get $500, $500, going once........................... :chuckle:
:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :brew:
Post by: Trevor91 on March 21, 2017, 09:26:46 AM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 21, 2017, 11:08:28 AM
What's your days off I don't start work till 3:30pm so most mornings you will find me in the woods now that I have a tag in hand
Post by: Trevor91 on March 21, 2017, 11:20:08 AM
Post by: DaveMonti on March 21, 2017, 02:01:46 PM
Post by: PastorJoel on March 21, 2017, 02:03:45 PM
This is a dandy spot..... :chuckle:
But there is already someone there. :dunno:
:chuckle:
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 21, 2017, 06:34:49 PM
Dave I'm sure I could find it with a little help from google maps and a little driving maybe I'll get lucky
Post by: JakeLand on March 21, 2017, 06:36:16 PM
This is a dandy spot..... :chuckle:
Is the para-cord still there ?
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on March 21, 2017, 06:43:08 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 21, 2017, 07:45:45 PM
Post by: JakeLand on March 21, 2017, 08:01:36 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 22, 2017, 05:33:04 PM
I'm not happy I know I have plenty of time and back ups but that's my go to
Bear killer
Now I have to pay to send it back and wait again to get it back this kinda sucks
Post by: saylean on March 23, 2017, 11:52:10 AM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 23, 2017, 05:39:41 PM
I hope the brother for Monroe puts in the time and gets one if he doesn't and the skagit brother does he will never here the end of how the skagit unit is better
Post by: jkononen on March 23, 2017, 06:28:21 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 23, 2017, 09:01:29 PM
Has anyone got there packets yet im waiting on it still
Post by: Trevor91 on March 24, 2017, 07:32:38 AM
Post by: X-Force on March 24, 2017, 08:08:48 AM
Monroe will always be better...
X2
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 24, 2017, 08:11:36 AM
liesMonroe will always be better...
X2
Post by: luvmystang67 on March 24, 2017, 09:22:13 AM
Can I come drink beer and ride-along with someone? I'll show you all the spots...
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 24, 2017, 11:32:05 AM
Stang your more than welcom to come along with me showing me spots is optional.
I love the Monroe unit because everyone hates it because it's to hard to hunt.
Well that's how you become a better hunter is hunting the hard stuff.
Post by: h20hunter on March 24, 2017, 12:05:07 PM
Post by: jkononen on March 24, 2017, 01:02:19 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on March 24, 2017, 03:05:57 PM
Post by: ridgefire on April 04, 2017, 12:38:32 PM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on April 04, 2017, 01:31:25 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 05, 2017, 11:57:50 AM
Post by: Skunk Trapper on April 08, 2017, 12:36:06 PM
I haven't got my maps yet but are those areas open for spring bear?
no, u stay outta there
:nono:
Post by: saylean on April 08, 2017, 12:59:23 PM
Monroe will always be better...
X2
Don't be fooled by X-force. We all know there are no bears in Monroe or Skagit. They have all moved to the east side.
Post by: JakeLand on April 10, 2017, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 10, 2017, 09:41:25 PM
Post by: JakeLand on April 10, 2017, 09:59:21 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 11, 2017, 09:38:01 PM
Post by: h20hunter on April 16, 2017, 05:32:58 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 16, 2017, 08:57:35 PM
No poop grass niblig track or tree peeling
But there is a ton of green coming out just from today's heat. I think we will start seeing bears within the next 2 weeks. I am excited any how
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 19, 2017, 11:29:52 AM
Post by: luvmystang67 on April 19, 2017, 11:45:09 AM
Well it happened
I went through 2 tires last time I had this tag. One tire the time before.
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 19, 2017, 03:25:35 PM
And I got it to flat ground
Post by: saylean on April 19, 2017, 03:30:00 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 19, 2017, 08:59:02 PM
Me and my buddy were Joking I wonder what a city boy would do if this was them want to go bear hunting get drawn fist time putting in then get a flat with no cell service.
God I'd pay to see that laugh then help them out
Post by: Sharp shooter on April 19, 2017, 08:59:39 PM
Post by: luvmystang67 on April 20, 2017, 10:13:37 AM
First flat, no service, jack slipped and broke. I pounded it back together on a rock (can't believe it worked) and it kind of haphazardly functioned. I got the truck up a little bit and then decided it was risky to go up further, so we dug down under the slightly raised tire to clear enough room below it to put the spare on. Digging down on a shale logging road, in the rain, using rocks, is about the worst thing ever. Finally got that tire changed and drove home carefully.
The next one I had a floor jack and 2 spares in the back (and still hadnt fixed the original tire because it was the next day, so I was still running on my first spare). When I got my second flat, I had the car jacked up before the air had fully left the tire. My 2 spares were also GM 6 lugs, but it turns out they were a different diameter pattern. Yes, I'm an idiot. Then Dinker came up to save me with his spare on his older GM truck. He has 16" rim spare, I have 17" rims. The bolt pattern is identical. Turns out, my Z71 stupid brakes take up all of that 17" diameter volume and his spare didn't fit. Being enterprising lads, we turned the steelie tire around and put it on backwards so that the rim didn't have to envelop the brakes. We drove out of there real slow with an inside out tire and about 35mph the whole way home. What a trainwreck. I went from thinking I was overly prepared to being hosed twice. At least I had cell service (barely) the second time.
I get the discount tire warranty and was very pleased to be able to use it twice within the first year of getting my tires. Makes me feel like I got my money's worth.
Post by: DaveMonti on April 20, 2017, 03:21:54 PM
Post by: h20hunter on April 30, 2017, 01:18:55 PM
Cmon people....where is the Monroe hunters and some trophy pics?
Post by: Crosshair on April 30, 2017, 06:13:21 PM
Post by: Crosshair on April 30, 2017, 06:15:37 PM
Post by: Turner89 on April 30, 2017, 06:33:23 PM
Post by: davk on April 30, 2017, 08:12:16 PM
:dunno:Seriously. Ran across a ton of piles in a new area this weekend. Getting itchy for Aug. 1.
Cmon people....where is the Monroe hunters and some trophy pics?
Post by: jkthomps on May 01, 2017, 08:45:14 PM
Post by: h20hunter on May 01, 2017, 08:54:10 PM
Post by: jkthomps on May 01, 2017, 09:23:16 PM
Post by: JakeLand on May 01, 2017, 10:31:09 PM
Post by: X-Force on May 02, 2017, 12:59:47 AM
Post by: kckrawler on May 02, 2017, 05:42:21 AM
I sure hope you're just blowing smoke jk......
Post by: DaveMonti on May 02, 2017, 09:10:56 AM
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 09:45:50 AM
It wasn't just the number of hunters forcing bears into populated areas, there was a lot more to the study of the specific unit and the damage control did not do what it was intended to do.
Like I said, will post the response I get back from WDFW. Heck, maybe they will get rid of the draw all together and make it OTC spring bear. :dunno:
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 09:46:40 AM
I certainly wouldn't trust that JKThomps guy. :chuckle:
:chuckle: We are going to have so much fun in Montana :tup:
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 09:48:32 AM
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 09:56:11 AM
NEW! 2018 Spring Black Bear Special Permit Hunts will be announced November 2017.
Please check the WDFW web page at http://wdfw.wa.gov/ for the hunt area announcement.
Additionally, information will be provided to all vendors and licensed hunters.
WDFW is changing the timing for determining spring bear hunt areas and permit numbers. This will improve
alignment of management needs where it is most needed. Spring bear seasons are typically used to address
specific management needs, such as tree damage on industrial managed timberlands, nuisance and damage, or
to better distribute harvest. Bear seasons are assessed using trends in the percent female bears in the harvest, the
median age of harvested males and females, and total harvest.
Note: The Department will present any proposed changes to hunt areas, dates and
permits during the August Commission meeting.
Post by: Tbar on May 02, 2017, 10:03:11 AM
Not blowing smoke... just thought I would let you guys know what the game warden said.:yeah:
It wasn't just the number of hunters forcing bears into populated areas, there was a lot more to the study of the specific unit and the damage control did not do what it was intended to do.
Like I said, will post the response I get back from WDFW. Heck, maybe they will get rid of the draw all together and make it OTC spring bear. :dunno:
There is relatively low damage in the area. In addition to that there has been very low harvest rates.
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 10:10:30 AM
Post by: h20hunter on May 02, 2017, 10:22:16 AM
Post by: jkthomps on May 02, 2017, 03:19:34 PM
:tup: thx for the legwork.
No problem. Unfortunately, I could not get a solid yes or no, but below is what I could dig up.
DNR conversation summary:
DNR does not manage the actual hunt, they manage the land/timber areas, and the DNR will make recommendations to WDFW if they need bears removed in the spring (damage control). The private land owners also make recommendations to WDFW if they need bear control to happen. The larger land owners (i.e. Tacoma Power), manage their own lands and will ask WDFW to open certain areas up for spring bear damage control. WDFW conducts studies in the area and determine how many tags each unit should receive based off of the damage, the number of bears, and the number of bears taken in the past (if/when it is/was open).
WDFW usually sets seasons in 3 year increments. 2017 is the end of the seasons that were set for the past three years (2015, 2016, 2017), and 2018 is the start of the next three years (2018, 2019, 2020). It is very possible that the Monroe spring bear hunt will be closed because the past three seasons did not prove to assist with the damage control, and the number of bears harvested during the spring season, in the Monroe unit, is relatively low on a percentage basis.
However, at this time, the season is not 100% determined to be closed. There will be opportunities for the public to make recommendations during the 2018-2020 hunting season setting process.
I was then referred to the following information on the WDFW website. http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/seasonsetting/
2018-2020 Hunting Season Setting Process
As outlined in the timeline below, there will be several opportunities for you to provide your input throughout the process. Your first opportunity to participate will be in late-June. The Department has asked for your help identifying the major issues that are important to you for the next three-year hunting season cycle.
Watch this website for regular updates on the season-setting process! We will also be communicating via email throughout this process to hunters that have purchased a license within the last couple of years. If you have not recently purchased a hunting license, but would like to receive email notifications of news and upcoming events we encourage you to subscribe to our e-mail distribution lists.
Season Setting Timeline:
Regions Submit 3-Year Hunting Season Setting Ideas: May – June 2017
WDFW Regions submit 2018-2020 three-year Hunting Season Setting ideas. Regional ideas will be incorporated with ideas received from the public since the last 3-year hunting season setting process. The public will have an opportunity to submit new ideas through the public survey in mid-July through August.
Formulate Recommendations and Alternatives: July – August 2017
Members of the public will have an opportunity to give comment that would help shape the 2018-2020 hunting seasons at a series of public "open house" meetings planned by the WDFW in July and August. Public can also provide comment online from July 14 2017 through August 31,2017. Public comments received at the meetings and through the survey will help the Department understand the level of support for the proposed hunting regulations for 2018-20. The Department wants to hear people's concerns, especially those that address a significant conservation or management issue.
Public Comment Period: July 14, 2017 – August 31, 2017
Public Meetings will be held from 7-9 p.m. (sign in begins at 6:30 p.m.) at the following locations:
Date City Address
July 25 Spokane Valley Center Place Regional Events Center, Conference Room 110, 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
July 26 Wenatchee Wenatchee Convention Center, Fuji Rooms (lower level), 121 N. Wenatchee Avenue, Wenatchee, WA 98801
July 27 Yakima Fair Bridge Inn, Suites & Conference Center, 1507 N. 1st Street, Yakima, WA 98901
Aug 1 Everett Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th Street SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Aug 2 Olympia Red Lion Hotel, 2300 Evergreen Park Drive, Olympia, WA 98502
Aug 3 Vancouver Heathman Lodge, Howard/Marshall Conference Room, 7801 NE Greenwood Dr., Vancouver WA 98662
Following public comment, Department staff will develop recommendations for consideration by the Fish and Wildlife Commission in March and adoption in April 2018. These recommendations will be based on the biological needs of a species and the social need of the public gathered through the comment period.
I called WDFW back and confirmed that the information I received from DNR is accurate. So, it is WDFW that manages the actual hunt and number of tags and seasons, and it is DNR and private land owners that ask for the spring seasons to be open.
What I got out of this is there is a possibility that the spring bear season will end in the Monroe unit, and there is a possibility it will not. After the conversation I had the GW, the studies that have been conducted, discussions with DNR and WDFW, and the end of the 2015 – 2017 set seasons I would not be surprised if it is closed. I recommend hunters voice their opinions at these meetings.
Post by: DaveMonti on May 02, 2017, 04:22:13 PM
Great summary and thanks for following up!
Post by: kckrawler on May 02, 2017, 04:45:53 PM
WOW Jimmy, I didn't know you had that in you!
Great summary and thanks for following up!
:yeah: Nice of you to dig deeper into this, looks like the smoke has cleared. :tup:
It sure would be a shame if this hunt goes away though...
Post by: Trevor91 on May 12, 2017, 09:47:43 AM
Post by: timberghost72 on May 12, 2017, 06:43:21 PM
Post by: Sharp shooter on May 20, 2017, 12:23:34 PM
I'm 3 tires deep now
The sign is starting to show up and there out and about I passed on my first bear this morning had milk on its lips
Post by: JakeLand on June 05, 2017, 07:54:30 PM
Post by: sled on June 05, 2017, 08:23:14 PM
Post by: Trevor91 on June 06, 2017, 08:14:15 AM
What's going on with the Monroe tag holders ?
Post by: sled on June 06, 2017, 07:59:06 PM
I have now seen 7 bears. Passed on the first one I saw it was way to small. Then a handful I never had a chance at. Two weeks ago I shot at a bruiser but missed judge the yardage by a ways....... :bash:. Then last week had another chance at a good bear and my rifle jammed. So that is how my Monroe spring bear tag has gone. I have been doomed to only coming close to shooting bears but not able to connect with them. That being said I have spent almost every day in the woods since may. With a few days missed here and there.keep at it till the end. Then you will know you did all you could.What's going on with the Monroe tag holders ?
Post by: Trevor91 on June 13, 2017, 09:02:54 AM
Post by: sled on June 13, 2017, 09:53:47 AM
Post by: Kit Carson on June 13, 2017, 10:17:04 AM
Post by: X-Force on June 13, 2017, 10:45:23 AM
Post by: saylean on June 13, 2017, 12:35:36 PM
Filled my first bear tag! :IBCOOL:
Congrats on your first bear man! That's great. I know you put in a lot of time.
Post by: grundy53 on June 13, 2017, 12:51:44 PM
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Post by: JakeLand on June 13, 2017, 05:23:45 PM
Post by: Turner89 on June 13, 2017, 05:38:46 PM
Sounds like you got your monies worth.