Post by: Dan-o on March 16, 2018, 09:40:26 PM
I drew Kapowsin Spring Bear. :-)
I used to hunt there for deer and elk...... I'm old enough to have hunted elk there when it was open for muzzleloader without a permit.
I probably haven't been there in a dozen years, but I'm sure I can still drive to the gates.
I'll be able to hunt quite a bit on this tag.
But to the point: I'm not above asking for help.
Anyone who wishes to share any starting points or other info, please feel free to PM me.
I don't want your honey hole..... oh wait...... of course I want your honey hole.
Seriously, any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Dan
Post by: Duckslayer89 on March 16, 2018, 10:55:28 PM
Post by: notellumcreek on March 16, 2018, 11:35:51 PM
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Post by: Broadhead1188 on March 17, 2018, 11:44:38 AM
100$ for the spring bear permit access to get in the gate, can only hunt the main gate(south gate). Find some grassy roads back in the gates they open up for spring bear hunters only- preferably ones with 10 y/o trees on/near them and walk around those until you find one. Good luck :tup:
where do you get these permits? the hancock website has them listed at $375?
Post by: jackmaster on March 17, 2018, 01:56:14 PM
Post by: Ghost Hunter on March 17, 2018, 02:00:47 PM
Your packet will probably have a contact. Reduced price just for the bear season time period. No scouting ahead of time when I had it a few years ago. Have good tires.100$ for the spring bear permit access to get in the gate, can only hunt the main gate(south gate). Find some grassy roads back in the gates they open up for spring bear hunters only- preferably ones with 10 y/o trees on/near them and walk around those until you find one. Good luck :tup:
where do you get these permits? the hancock website has them listed at $375?
Post by: Broadhead1188 on March 17, 2018, 02:04:25 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on March 17, 2018, 02:16:26 PM
Post by: Dan-o on March 17, 2018, 03:36:07 PM
Should e a fun excuse to spend some time in the woods.
I'd noticed the low success rate. 'that surprised me. I thought it was primo bear country....
Post by: runamuk on March 17, 2018, 05:53:37 PM
You're welcome :chuckle:
Post by: Dan-o on March 17, 2018, 10:38:09 PM
Some pointerz, bears poop in the woods if you find bear poop you might find bears. Picnic baskets and jelly donuts are good camo. You can never go wrong with wearing bacon scented clothes.
You're welcome :chuckle:
Gee, what would I do without you?
:hello: :hello: :hello: :hello:
Post by: Shaqdiesel on March 18, 2018, 08:12:32 AM
Post by: Dan-o on March 18, 2018, 01:19:31 PM
Doesn’t help that Hancock puts out bait barrels on the other side of the river you can’t hunt in an effort to feed the bears to keep the bears off the trees... :twocents:
Oh, dang.
I hadn't heard that.
Post by: trophyhunt on March 18, 2018, 02:13:34 PM
Post by: Dan-o on March 18, 2018, 03:29:48 PM
I didn't know they lured them with bait.
I guess that makes sense if you're a timber company.
Post by: Thehowler on March 18, 2018, 03:36:40 PM
Post by: Shaqdiesel on March 18, 2018, 03:40:46 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on March 18, 2018, 03:41:07 PM
:(I'm guessing that's why it's a tough hunt, but I wouldn't let that get you down. You'll be out chasing bears when most of us can't, plus, the bonus is you might find some nice antlers down those open gates.
I didn't know they lured them with bait.
I guess that makes sense if you're a timber company.
Post by: Dan-o on March 18, 2018, 03:55:24 PM
Worst case is it's an excuse to get out in the woods.
Post by: rasbo on March 18, 2018, 04:36:45 PM
Post by: runamuk on March 18, 2018, 08:43:15 PM
Probably die :dunno: >:(Some pointerz, bears poop in the woods if you find bear poop you might find bears. Picnic baskets and jelly donuts are good camo. You can never go wrong with wearing bacon scented clothes.
You're welcome :chuckle:
Gee, what would I do without you?
:hello: :hello: :hello: :hello:
Post by: Dan-o on March 18, 2018, 09:02:19 PM
Probably die :dunno: >:(Some pointerz, bears poop in the woods if you find bear poop you might find bears. Picnic baskets and jelly donuts are good camo. You can never go wrong with wearing bacon scented clothes.
You're welcome :chuckle:
Gee, what would I do without you?
:hello: :hello: :hello: :hello:
Nope.
I'm gonna get a bear!!!!!!! >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
Post by: Dan-o on March 19, 2018, 01:46:03 PM
Haven't been there in so long I don't even know what will be familiar.
:IBCOOL:
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 19, 2018, 06:06:51 PM
Post by: Dan-o on March 19, 2018, 06:46:42 PM
I just bought a bear call from BearmanRik on here. Can't wait to get it.
I think they come with a 2 bear guarantee the first year. :dunno:
Post by: jkthomps on March 19, 2018, 07:57:24 PM
Thanks!
I just bought a bear call from BearmanRik on here. Can't wait to get it.
I think they come with a 2 bear guarantee the first year. :dunno:
Hahaha @ 2 bear guarantee the first year.
Good luck! Hope you get a nice one!
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Post by: Dan-o on March 20, 2018, 04:14:26 PM
Either way, I'm excited to get my new bear call and hunt griz (ok.... black bears) this spring.
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 20, 2018, 04:53:34 PM
Maybe I misunderstood the guarantee on the bear call...... ;)Grizzly.. the dream hunt... One day I shall hunt Kodiak Grizzlies! Race you to get there? lol
Either way, I'm excited to get my new bear call and hunt griz (ok.... black bears) this spring.
Post by: rasbo on March 20, 2018, 05:24:50 PM
Thanks!read the small print Dan-o, you must wear bacon earrings and a bologna thong, all guarantees null and void if this is not followed..oh and need pics,lol
I just bought a bear call from BearmanRik on here. Can't wait to get it.
I think they come with a 2 bear guarantee the first year. :dunno:
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 20, 2018, 05:38:25 PM
With pink crocs? I don't have one of the calls but I would assume the pink crocs are a must for the outfit and call to work...Thanks!read the small print Dan-o, you must wear bacon earrings and a bologna thong, all guarantees null and void if this is not followed..oh and need pics,lol
I just bought a bear call from BearmanRik on here. Can't wait to get it.
I think they come with a 2 bear guarantee the first year. :dunno:
Post by: Dan-o on March 20, 2018, 06:47:33 PM
So, anybody wanna PM me any private info about hankock bears?
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 20, 2018, 06:57:19 PM
Well, my bear thread took an interesting turn. :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:They are hairy and drink fruity drinks I hear!
So, anybody wanna PM me any private info about hankock bears?
Post by: runamuk on March 22, 2018, 07:56:50 PM
Good luck
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 22, 2018, 08:11:24 PM
Well, my bear thread took an interesting turn. :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:Sorry bro. Your Avatar does bring out the best in us lol! All honesty though. The way we found bear sign was hitting the edges of the reprod and looking for where the bears had peeled the bark back. I feel like finding a good spot with lots of that sign and then sitting 100 yards or so out of the edge and calling might get you what you are looking for.
So, anybody wanna PM me any private info about hankock bears?
Post by: Dan-o on March 22, 2018, 08:19:54 PM
Thanks for the tip.
Post by: Dan-o on March 24, 2018, 11:30:28 AM
Trying to decide between my trusty 7mm Mag and my Ruger guide gun in 45-70. It has a 1.5-5X scope because I can't shoot iron sights anymore (I've got retinal sluffing that can't be corrected with glasses and isn't a simple Lasik surgery).
What are the odds of getting a shot at a bear past 200 yards out there?
And....... if anyone wants to PM me any Kapowsin bear info, I'm a mighty appreciative guy. Big thanks to those who've helped so far.
Post by: Go Blue on March 24, 2018, 02:08:45 PM
Post by: Dan-o on March 24, 2018, 03:43:33 PM
I've hunted bear a lot last year on Hancock land and 200 yds just might be a little short. I've seen 5 different bear last year. They ranged from 250 to 400 yards.
Thank you for the input.
That seals the deal for taking the 7mm Mag.
Post by: Dan-o on March 26, 2018, 08:09:54 AM
Sounds awesome.
Post by: Crunchy on March 26, 2018, 08:18:16 AM
I've hunted bear a lot last year on Hancock land and 200 yds just might be a little short. I've seen 5 different bear last year. They ranged from 250 to 400 yards.
This early in the year you wont be able to get up high to glass. So my guess is 200 yard shot or less is more likely. I think usually around July is when enough snow melts up high to make it up to any real elevation.
Post by: Go Blue on March 26, 2018, 11:46:36 AM
I've hunted bear a lot last year on Hancock land and 200 yds just might be a little short. I've seen 5 different bear last year. They ranged from 250 to 400 yards.
This early in the year you wont be able to get up high to glass. So my guess is 200 yard shot or less is more likely. I think usually around July is when enough snow melts up high to make it up to any real elevation.
That’s a good point.
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on March 26, 2018, 12:21:08 PM
Post by: rasbo on March 26, 2018, 02:06:32 PM
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 27, 2018, 02:32:42 PM
Got my info packet in the mail....... starting to get excited!Take both and use whichever one suits the situation imo. If you are hiking some of the thicker stuff drag the 45-70 along. There are a lot of grown in old logging roads to hike down that should show sign of bears or have bears using them as travel corridors. YES! They use those old roads a lot. Had a buddy with multiple trail cam pics of bears hoofing it up and down the grown in roads. In those areas I would say 75-100 yards is max range you will get and most I would say will be within 40-60 yards. If you are setting up on top of a hill to glass cuts and reprod I would keep the 7mm by you in case yogi pops out 200-400 yards away. I don't know what your comfort zone is for shooting but 400 yards isn't too much of a holdover for a fast traveling 7mm bullet. You might see some bears from farther away, 600 yards + but you should either be able to sneak close enough for a shot or if you are like some of the guys on here the longer pokes are in the comfort range. As I said before. Good luck man! I hope to see a picture of you with a big dead bear on here when the season gets going!
Trying to decide between my trusty 7mm Mag and my Ruger guide gun in 45-70. It has a 1.5-5X scope because I can't shoot iron sights anymore (I've got retinal sluffing that can't be corrected with glasses and isn't a simple Lasik surgery).
What are the odds of getting a shot at a bear past 200 yards out there?
And....... if anyone wants to PM me any Kapowsin bear info, I'm a mighty appreciative guy. Big thanks to those who've helped so far.
Post by: runamuk on March 27, 2018, 05:02:33 PM
Got my new bear call from Rick this weekend.
Sounds awesome.
For best results be sure to practice while driving that pink prius around, stoplights, parking lots all good practice areas. :tup:
Post by: Dan-o on March 27, 2018, 05:53:54 PM
Definitely going to put some gumbo mudders on the Prius for this hunt.
Post by: Bob33 on March 27, 2018, 07:47:31 PM
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 27, 2018, 08:22:08 PM
Is this yours?:chuckle:
Post by: Dan-o on March 27, 2018, 09:29:39 PM
Is this yours?
OK, that made me smile................
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on March 27, 2018, 10:37:45 PM
You should be smiling a TON since you got selected for a spring bear permit! I seriously believe that you are going to kill a bear! I gots faith in you and that pink prius man!Is this yours?
OK, that made me smile................
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 28, 2018, 05:23:56 AM
Post by: Dan-o on March 28, 2018, 06:33:13 AM
I just go where it tells me to go and good things happen....... except this past year. This past year, it almost turned me Vegan.
But I think the Prius mojo is back.
Post by: Dan-o on April 02, 2018, 08:48:41 PM
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on April 02, 2018, 09:02:28 PM
PSA: I am still gratefully accepting input/advice.I gave you all I had. Let me ask my buddy if he would be willing to give a general idea of where he was finding bears regularly on cam. Mind you they were in the Fall season and some probably moved off but it will give you a general area to start in if he gives up the goods.
Post by: Dan-o on April 03, 2018, 05:54:24 PM
PSA: I am still gratefully accepting input/advice.I gave you all I had. Let me ask my buddy if he would be willing to give a general idea of where he was finding bears regularly on cam. Mind you they were in the Fall season and some probably moved off but it will give you a general area to start in if he gives up the goods.
Thanks.
Much appreciated.
Post by: runamuk on April 06, 2018, 08:17:35 PM
Bacon
Jelly donuts
Picnic baskets
Post by: Dan-o on April 06, 2018, 09:39:47 PM
Look grasshopper I gave you everything you needed to know.
Bacon
Jelly donuts
Picnic baskets
Ah, the good old days.
Post by: Dan-o on April 12, 2018, 08:24:31 AM
I'm not going to be picky. I'll probably take the first 450 lb boar that I see.
:IBCOOL:
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on April 13, 2018, 06:27:51 PM
Post by: shmeegs80 on April 13, 2018, 10:01:22 PM
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Post by: Dan-o on April 13, 2018, 10:15:46 PM
Buddy won't give up his locals.. he has been trying to get one with his longbow for the past 4 years in there and hasn't been able to close the gap... so he doesn't want to give up the goods lol! Sorry man, I tried. I even offered some good bourbon!
Offer him some bad bourbon!
I need the 411
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on April 13, 2018, 10:34:51 PM
We don't do bad bourbon anymore lol. Our tastes have outgrown that stuff... we do drink a bottle of Jameson for good measure every now and then but that's about as cheap as we go lol. To be honest man. Like I said, best bet is to just hit the old grown in skidders. They use them as travel corridors and MOST of the people that will be in there looking for bears won't be hiking in anywhere.Buddy won't give up his locals.. he has been trying to get one with his longbow for the past 4 years in there and hasn't been able to close the gap... so he doesn't want to give up the goods lol! Sorry man, I tried. I even offered some good bourbon!
Offer him some bad bourbon!
I need the 411
Post by: VortekNW on April 14, 2018, 03:26:16 PM
Haven't had a chance to get in there yet. Hopefully Sunday. Anyone know where the current snowline is at?
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I have the tag and didn't even think about snow being an issue. I have about 20 places marked on maps I want to check out, but now I'm worried most will be to high! Better look at the map again and have lower elevation spots picked out as well. I noticed a lot of skunk cabbage when I went in to get my key.
Anyone ever have issues with trees blowing across the road? I normally bring my saw, but didn't know if they freak out if you have to cut a tree out of the road without letting them know.
Post by: epq21 on April 20, 2018, 12:58:40 PM
Post by: rasbo on April 20, 2018, 06:34:54 PM
You have gotten lots of hints, however RASBO is right about getting in deep where it is dark and uncomfortable for you but not the bears. He and others on this site helped me a great deal hunting in there and I learned a great deal from him. Get away from everyone, explore and find the spots that are dark that may lead to clearings, good grass, or fresh peals and then use that awesome new call. I have had success there and other places using the techniques I learned from Him and others on this site. Besides getting close to your prey is a rush and a whole new experience if you have not had it yet with a bear. The bologna bikini with a bacon belt for my side arm I think was the key lesson learned for me.shoot them twice,lol. Had some great times in there, should would have been nice to find the camera
Post by: epq21 on April 23, 2018, 09:58:46 AM
Post by: Jeremy S on April 23, 2018, 10:31:41 AM
Post by: rasbo on April 23, 2018, 01:48:01 PM
No doubt, would have been nice to see what bear porn was on that camera. You remember coming out of there and hearing that tree get nocked down behind us? Good times.....yes,raised the hair on the back of my neck
Post by: Dan-o on April 24, 2018, 06:24:56 PM
I was there this morning, but only to buy my access permit.
Absolutely beautiful country...... Prettier than I remember.
I'm looking forward to exploring.
Post by: Dan-o on April 29, 2018, 05:46:17 PM
Didn't see any bears, so I'm assuming there are none......
I forgot how pretty that country is. Glad I get to play around in there a little
Post by: ASienkiewich on May 01, 2018, 10:40:59 PM
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Post by: Thehowler on May 07, 2018, 07:54:40 PM
First day in there today. 3 bears. Couldnt make it happen though, good luck to everyone
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Come on hunters, 3 bears in one outing, we need dead bear pictures!
Post by: JustinC on May 10, 2018, 05:14:19 PM
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Post by: Dan-o on May 10, 2018, 06:08:28 PM
If I see him, I'll try to get some revenge for ya.
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Post by: Shaqdiesel on May 12, 2018, 08:13:14 PM
Post by: Thehowler on May 12, 2018, 08:18:46 PM
I’ve seen a truck with bait barrels two Friday’s in a row headed out to the tree farm :sry:
Don’t be sorry, your not the one feeding them.
I feel sorry for the lucky hunters than drew a spring bear take though.
Post by: Duckslayer89 on May 12, 2018, 09:30:25 PM
Post by: CarbonHunter on May 13, 2018, 07:16:01 AM
Post by: justyhntr on May 13, 2018, 07:32:00 PM
There’s way more bears in the bridge gate than on the south side of the river and way more bear damage north of the river. Just goes to show that spring bear hunting reduces tree damage.Not to derails Dan-o's thread to far but we get just as many bears on camera on the Kapowsin side as the Bridge side. The big problem with that tag is that 150 permits for that small of an area is just to many tags plus they open the escapement gates. All those rigs driving around puts the bears off and they go deep and ugly or cross the river. We see more spring bear hunters in there than we do fall bear hunters and that's OTC. If they would dropped the number to say 30 permits on each side and keep the escapement gates closed for those of us that don't mind walking they would get just as many bears shot, maybe more, and it would be a much more enjoyable hunt.
Post by: rasbo on May 13, 2018, 07:41:32 PM
Post by: Go Blue on May 13, 2018, 10:23:21 PM
If both sides were open I would still hunt kapowsin
Rasbo is that because you see more bears on the Kapowsin side?
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Post by: ASienkiewich on May 23, 2018, 08:33:44 PM
What's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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Post by: Dan-o on May 23, 2018, 10:11:46 PM
What's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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Dang dude!
I've been out twice..... no bear sightings yet.
I'll be in there Friday and Sunday.
Save me one, will ya?
Post by: Duckslayer89 on May 24, 2018, 12:38:30 AM
What's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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I’ll be surprised if you fill your tag
Post by: ASienkiewich on May 24, 2018, 08:39:03 AM
Man I thinks it’s worse to see them and not get a shot! LolWhat's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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Dang dude!
I've been out twice..... no bear sightings yet.
I'll be in there Friday and Sunday.
Save me one, will ya?
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Post by: ASienkiewich on May 24, 2018, 08:39:43 AM
I thinks it’s a surprise when anyone does in thereWhat's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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I’ll be surprised if you fill your tag
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Post by: Dan-o on May 24, 2018, 08:45:19 AM
I thinks it’s a surprise when anyone does in thereWhat's the word fellas still no bear sightings?I just saw another one today, big ole brown boar =( I’ve been out 3 times and seen 4 bears. Just can’t make it come together!
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I’ll be surprised if you fill your tag
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Post by: Dan-o on May 25, 2018, 11:32:29 PM
I spent 6 hours in there this afternoon and not one bear.
I'll be back in Sunday.
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Post by: Dan-o on May 31, 2018, 07:14:16 PM
>:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
Post by: CarbonHunter on May 31, 2018, 07:26:30 PM
I have been hunting the area for the last two years... I have put a ton of miles on the ground (not easy considering you can drive just about anywhere, so finding places where you won't have someone drive by you while you are walking is a chore), a ton of miles in the rig, a ton of hours in the binos...and still not one sighting... I did get one guy on camera, but he must have just been passing through. I have seen fresh peels, fresh scat, and a freshly eaten remains of a rabbit right next to a pile of scat (easily the same day), but I have yet to see a bear... I have even spent quite a bit of time with calling... still nothing... I spent three days in there this weekend and hunted for 15 hours every day... up high, down low, and in between... I have been within feet of deer and elk, so I know my scent control and stalk are on point... I keep telling myself right place, right time and it will happen... but I am getting weary! What the heck am I missing???
Your missing the bears :chuckle: I’ve only hunted 4 days with my tag but I have seen a bear. Although, by the time I said bear it was in the brush and my buddy didn’t even see it. There’s lots of bears but they are in the thick stuff and you only have a split second to catch them in an opening.
Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 31, 2018, 07:47:50 PM
I moved to eastern Washington and started seeing bears. I'd go to eastern Washington if you don't kill one with your tag.. You'd have a better chance I'd think.
Post by: Thehowler on May 31, 2018, 08:51:06 PM
I never ever saw 1 bear when I lived in western Washington. I lived near Kapowsin and went into Champion, as it was called then, all the time. Never 1 bear. Lots of elk and deer. I also worked stock piling their rock pits all over Champion and still no bears.I’ve seen a few good size ones , and have pictures of some nice bears in there. All siteings around thick cover and no shots.
I moved to eastern Washington and started seeing bears. I'd go to eastern Washington if you don't kill one with your tag.. You'd have a better chance I'd think.
Didn’t kill any bear until I started hunting east side.
Post by: Jpmiller on May 31, 2018, 08:53:28 PM
I have been hunting the area for the last two years... I have put a ton of miles on the ground (not easy considering you can drive just about anywhere, so finding places where you won't have someone drive by you while you are walking is a chore), a ton of miles in the rig, a ton of hours in the binos...and still not one sighting... I did get one guy on camera, but he must have just been passing through. I have seen fresh peels, fresh scat, and a freshly eaten remains of a rabbit right next to a pile of scat (easily the same day), but I have yet to see a bear... I have even spent quite a bit of time with calling... still nothing... I spent three days in there this weekend and hunted for 15 hours every day... up high, down low, and in between... I have been within feet of deer and elk, so I know my scent control and stalk are on point... I keep telling myself right place, right time and it will happen... but I am getting weary! What the heck am I missing???
Your missing the bears :chuckle: I’ve only hunted 4 days with my tag but I have seen a bear. Although, by the time I said bear it was in the brush and my buddy didn’t even see it. There’s lots of bears but they are in the thick stuff and you only have a split second to catch them in an opening.
I see that bear/elk/moose/Sasquatch that my partner misses seeing all the time too :chuckle:
I'm not too far out of the tree farm and I got bear crap out in my pasture the other day. Maybe they all are hiding in my black berry bushes
Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 31, 2018, 08:58:37 PM
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Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 31, 2018, 09:18:44 PM
I tried asking that question at the office Back In 2006 or 2007 I think it was. They just laughed and told me that it was my job to figure out. They did not care to help at all.
I lived there from 1990-2000 is when I was told. It would have to be in the small reprod fir or whatever it is.
Find the security guard who drives around in a pickup.
Post by: Alan K on May 31, 2018, 09:21:07 PM
Just about any stand of reprod 12-18 years old unless its severely overstocked will have peel right now.
Post by: Dan-o on May 31, 2018, 10:08:17 PM
Last time I had the tag they provided a hot spot (heavy damage area) map with the access permit. :dunno:
Just about any stand of reprod 12-18 years old unless its severely overstocked will have peel right now.
They still provide the hot spot maps.
Post by: CAMPMEAT on May 31, 2018, 10:33:55 PM
I have been hunting the area for the last two years... I have put a ton of miles on the ground (not easy considering you can drive just about anywhere, so finding places where you won't have someone drive by you while you are walking is a chore), a ton of miles in the rig, a ton of hours in the binos...and still not one sighting... I did get one guy on camera, but he must have just been passing through. I have seen fresh peels, fresh scat, and a freshly eaten remains of a rabbit right next to a pile of scat (easily the same day), but I have yet to see a bear... I have even spent quite a bit of time with calling... still nothing... I spent three days in there this weekend and hunted for 15 hours every day... up high, down low, and in between... I have been within feet of deer and elk, so I know my scent control and stalk are on point... I keep telling myself right place, right time and it will happen... but I am getting weary! What the heck am I missing???
Your missing the bears :chuckle: I’ve only hunted 4 days with my tag but I have seen a bear. Although, by the time I said bear it was in the brush and my buddy didn’t even see it. There’s lots of bears but they are in the thick stuff and you only have a split second to catch them in an opening.
I see that bear/elk/moose/Sasquatch that my partner misses seeing all the time too :chuckle:
I'm not too far out of the tree farm and I got bear crap out in my pasture the other day. Maybe they all are hiding in my black berry bushes
You must be by the Barnett store then....
Post by: Dan-o on June 06, 2018, 07:50:05 PM
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
Post by: Duckslayer89 on June 06, 2018, 10:04:47 PM
Who was in today and ran into my hunting partner?
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
That was me Dan! Good meeting Glen we talked for a while. I was mountain biking on the bridge gate side but drove in the south side and crossed the river. Saw tons of sign down low along the river lots of grass in the sign. PM me I have some spots in mind for you guys if your bored
Post by: Dan-o on June 07, 2018, 10:42:06 PM
Who was in today and ran into my hunting partner?
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
That was me Dan! Good meeting Glen we talked for a while. I was mountain biking on the bridge gate side but drove in the south side and crossed the river. Saw tons of sign down low along the river lots of grass in the sign. PM me I have some spots in mind for you guys if your bored
Very cool.
He's been my hunting partner for 30 years...... He's a darn good mule. :-)
I was supposed to be out but landed in the ER with my daughter instead.
PM in bound.
Post by: Duckslayer89 on June 07, 2018, 10:55:24 PM
Who was in today and ran into my hunting partner?
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
That was me Dan! Good meeting Glen we talked for a while. I was mountain biking on the bridge gate side but drove in the south side and crossed the river. Saw tons of sign down low along the river lots of grass in the sign. PM me I have some spots in mind for you guys if your bored
Very cool.
He's been my hunting partner for 30 years...... He's a darn good mule. :-)
I was supposed to be out but landed in the ER with my daughter instead.
PM in bound.
Dang man hope everything is ok! He looked strong and would make a good packer lol
Post by: Dan-o on June 08, 2018, 07:10:41 PM
Who was in today and ran into my hunting partner?
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
That was me Dan! Good meeting Glen we talked for a while. I was mountain biking on the bridge gate side but drove in the south side and crossed the river. Saw tons of sign down low along the river lots of grass in the sign. PM me I have some spots in mind for you guys if your bored
Very cool.
He's been my hunting partner for 30 years...... He's a darn good mule. :-)
I was supposed to be out but landed in the ER with my daughter instead.
PM in bound.
Dang man hope everything is ok! He looked strong and would make a good packer lol
The daughter is recovering from a kidney infection - thanks for asking.
I'm looking forward to a few days in there next week.
Post by: W_Ellison2011 on June 08, 2018, 10:13:41 PM
Sorry to hear big guy! At least its something they can fix! Sending as much good karma for you and your daughter as possible man! I'm still waiting to see a pic of you with a dead bear in kapowsin!Who was in today and ran into my hunting partner?
Red Hummer H3
Said he ran into some HuntWa guys.
That was me Dan! Good meeting Glen we talked for a while. I was mountain biking on the bridge gate side but drove in the south side and crossed the river. Saw tons of sign down low along the river lots of grass in the sign. PM me I have some spots in mind for you guys if your bored
Very cool.
He's been my hunting partner for 30 years...... He's a darn good mule. :-)
I was supposed to be out but landed in the ER with my daughter instead.
PM in bound.
Dang man hope everything is ok! He looked strong and would make a good packer lol
The daughter is recovering from a kidney infection - thanks for asking.
I'm looking forward to a few days in there next week.
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