Post by: trophyhunt on June 12, 2019, 09:56:04 PM
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Post by: X-Force on June 12, 2019, 10:10:23 PM
I’ll be following along the whole way.
Good luck
Post by: grundy53 on June 12, 2019, 10:10:26 PM
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Post by: elkrack on June 12, 2019, 10:21:13 PM
Sounds like a challenge! Bring it young man! :chuckle:
I’m sure you would drink me under the table. I’m a cheap drunk :chuckle:
Should be a epic hunt :tup:
Post by: redi on June 12, 2019, 11:04:24 PM
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Post by: bearpaw on June 13, 2019, 08:06:38 AM
When hunting moose I used to plan on seeing 5 to 10 bulls per day when moose hunting, now if you see one to three bulls a day that is pretty good, some days you may not see any bulls. If you can nail down a good bull in advance of season and get him right off at the beginning of season before other hunters find him that is probably your best chance for a big bull these days. Another thing, you need to be on your game, not as many bulls stand around and look dumb, many of them are gone in a flash. On the last hunt I did in Selkirk we saw a big bull on two different days and didn't quite get the shot, he was very wary, we ended up settling for a lesser bull on the last day of that hunt.
Selkirk is a huge unit with plenty of remote country and there is a chance of finding moose anywhere, but spend some time there and find the areas with denser moose numbers and that is where I would concentrate most of your efforts. Most of the unit is public or timber company land with no passes needed. There is some private land and some tribal land, it's easy to avoid those lands. Good luck!
Post by: boneaddict on June 13, 2019, 08:08:11 AM
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Post by: boneaddict on June 13, 2019, 08:12:34 AM
THe threat of Grizz is real up there. Be mindful. Some of the most popular moose country is ground zero.
Post by: bearpaw on June 13, 2019, 08:15:28 AM
and yes, lots of bear. Dont get distracted eating hucks either.....ok, do!
THe threat of Grizz is real up there. Be mindful. Some of the most popular moose country is ground zero.
good point on the bear, and don't forget the bear test is required, you can find it in your online account main page
Post by: Karl Blanchard on June 13, 2019, 08:25:10 AM
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Post by: cle elum bowhunter on June 13, 2019, 10:49:10 AM
Got my moose out of the Selkirk in 2011. I will PM you some tips in the not to distant future when I have time and maps. Saw fresh Grizz tracks during my hunt. Also saw several blackies, one cinnamon phase that was probably the biggest I've ever seen. Unfortunately he was not sticking around so no shot opportunity. Plan this hunt with friends, once you have one on the ground, its an all on wrestling match to even roll the darn thing over. I was unlucky in that my party of 5 dropped to 2 the day before I shot mine. Talk soon.
Post by: trophyhunt on June 14, 2019, 08:30:47 AM
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on June 14, 2019, 08:45:45 AM
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on June 14, 2019, 09:09:38 AM
Lol, you always crack me up Karl!! No way am I getting rid of my candy crush!! :chuckle:😂😂😂😂😂 I always knew you were a 56 year old woman🤦♂️
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 14, 2019, 10:27:54 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on June 14, 2019, 10:38:53 AM
Not to thread jack, but where do I go to buy the license? On my phonei just called them, but you might be able to buy it online.
Post by: greenhead_killer on June 14, 2019, 10:41:54 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on June 14, 2019, 10:49:37 AM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on June 14, 2019, 10:59:21 AM
Post by: highbuckklr on June 14, 2019, 11:09:11 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on June 14, 2019, 11:11:10 AM
Congrats Buddy!!! Excited to see pics and story. I have applied for that tag for years like everyone else. Good to see someone I know get it. Kellogghey man, how the heck are ya?? Thanks, I hope Chris and I do it justice !
Post by: daddysprad on June 14, 2019, 11:12:15 AM
I’m sure I’ll have lots of questions throughout this adventure, another one I have, should I bring my quad (not road legal)? Are there areas I can access w my quad?Unfortunately in Colville National Forest there are very few small sections of road that you can take an ATV/UTV (street legal or not) and by the way the roads are not marked. According to the NFS LEO who stopped us in street legal UTVs, it's our responsibility to check online or stop in the Forest Service office in Newport to see what roads are open or closed. Worst part is, the Idaho side of the same forest is all open to ATVs.
See Attachment:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd537408.pdf
Post by: HillHound on June 14, 2019, 11:23:34 AM
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Post by: NOCK NOCK on June 14, 2019, 09:01:41 PM
Post by: benhuntin on June 14, 2019, 09:27:11 PM
Best tool for after the kill .....cordless sawzallAbsolutely
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Post by: Rainier10 on June 18, 2019, 03:29:02 PM
Congrats man, looking forward to the story as it progresses.
Post by: grundy53 on June 18, 2019, 03:41:10 PM
Hard to put a whole moose in the back of the truck if you have a quad in the way.:yeah:
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Post by: trophyhunt on June 18, 2019, 03:49:26 PM
I just put two and two together and realized that you are the Jerry that drew bull moose when I was in the room. I didn't connect the dots until now.lol, thanks man! Can't wait to get over there and get to know the area. The only time I've seen my name as a witness, I was the first loser!
Congrats man, looking forward to the story as it progresses.
Post by: trophyhunt on June 30, 2019, 01:13:47 PM
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Post by: Roobugsdad on July 02, 2019, 06:03:42 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on July 02, 2019, 06:15:38 PM
Congratulations on the draw. I was lucky enough to have the Selkirk tag last year. I was given a lot of good information by other members. And as I promised, I would like to pay it forward with any information I can help you with. I found the best scouting tool was my mountain bike to access areas behind the gates and On X. Also the local people up in the area had a ton of good information and were more than willing to give their two cents. I made several trips to the area throughout the summer scouting and getting familiar with the unit from top to bottom. I did shoot a very nice bear while scouting one weekend and that just added to the experience. I did shoot a nice moose and as everyone said, I had an Awesome time. I will shoot you a PM and look forward to following along on your journey.Priceless, thank you very much! I’m not far from greenwater so I’ll have to meet you for a beer at the tavern.
Post by: Roobugsdad on July 02, 2019, 06:22:02 PM
Post by: Blsum on July 06, 2019, 12:43:42 PM
Hopefully your able to come across something like this on your hunt. Congrats
Post by: Timberstalker on July 06, 2019, 12:58:34 PM
Post by: benhuntin on July 06, 2019, 04:00:35 PM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NlDvWwMgnk8Not sure why you would charge at a moose shooting into the air. What was your next plan? Cool fight though.
Hopefully your able to come across something like this on your hunt. Congrats
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Post by: Blsum on July 06, 2019, 07:04:29 PM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NlDvWwMgnk8Not sure why you would charge at a moose shooting into the air. What was your next plan? Cool fight though.
Hopefully your able to come across something like this on your hunt. Congrats
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Not sure what that guy was thinking. I'm guessing he was just trying to keep from being trampled.
Post by: BULLBLASTER on July 07, 2019, 11:23:56 AM
always a good idea to send bullets to god knows where... :dunno:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NlDvWwMgnk8Not sure why you would charge at a moose shooting into the air. What was your next plan? Cool fight though.
Hopefully your able to come across something like this on your hunt. Congrats
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Post by: trophyhunt on July 13, 2019, 10:44:08 AM
Post by: Bango skank on July 13, 2019, 01:50:18 PM
talked with a bio the other day, she says to buy bear spray! She told me last year an employee was attacked by a grizz and it had her by the head!! She was able to use her bear spray to get it off of her, she recommended spray before a pistol. Wow! I never heard about that in the news!!
Never heard a peep about a grizz attack. guess wdfw wanted to keep it quiet huh?
Post by: trophyhunt on July 13, 2019, 02:36:04 PM
Thats my thought, I was surprised she told me. Bought my bear spray today, loltalked with a bio the other day, she says to buy bear spray! She told me last year an employee was attacked by a grizz and it had her by the head!! She was able to use her bear spray to get it off of her, she recommended spray before a pistol. Wow! I never heard about that in the news!!
Never heard a peep about a grizz attack. guess wdfw wanted to keep it quiet huh?
Post by: 92xj on July 13, 2019, 04:23:52 PM
Thats my thought, I was surprised she told me. Bought my bear spray today, loltalked with a bio the other day, she says to buy bear spray! She told me last year an employee was attacked by a grizz and it had her by the head!! She was able to use her bear spray to get it off of her, she recommended spray before a pistol. Wow! I never heard about that in the news!!
Never heard a peep about a grizz attack. guess wdfw wanted to keep it quiet huh?
You didn't hear about it because it didn't happen in washington
Id bet this was in reference to the western montana employee attack in the cabinets.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jun/22/montana-grizzly-bear-attack-cabinet-mountains
Post by: 180-GRAIN on July 15, 2019, 01:14:13 PM
Thats my thought, I was surprised she told me. Bought my bear spray today, loltalked with a bio the other day, she says to buy bear spray! She told me last year an employee was attacked by a grizz and it had her by the head!! She was able to use her bear spray to get it off of her, she recommended spray before a pistol. Wow! I never heard about that in the news!!
Never heard a peep about a grizz attack. guess wdfw wanted to keep it quiet huh?
You didn't hear about it because it didn't happen in washington
Id bet this was in reference to the western montana employee attack in the cabinets.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jun/22/montana-grizzly-bear-attack-cabinet-mountains
We hunted moose in the drainage she was attacked in last year. Pretty eerie feeling when you see the game department cameras and then start seeing fresh digs and poop all over. We ended up turning around and hunted a different drainage.
Post by: grundy53 on July 15, 2019, 01:29:54 PM
This is what I was thinkingThats my thought, I was surprised she told me. Bought my bear spray today, loltalked with a bio the other day, she says to buy bear spray! She told me last year an employee was attacked by a grizz and it had her by the head!! She was able to use her bear spray to get it off of her, she recommended spray before a pistol. Wow! I never heard about that in the news!!
Never heard a peep about a grizz attack. guess wdfw wanted to keep it quiet huh?
You didn't hear about it because it didn't happen in washington
Id bet this was in reference to the western montana employee attack in the cabinets.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jun/22/montana-grizzly-bear-attack-cabinet-mountains
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Post by: trophyhunt on July 21, 2019, 05:42:07 PM
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Post by: trophyhunt on August 06, 2019, 10:28:19 AM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 06, 2019, 10:30:10 AM
You could always look at electric fencing as well.
Post by: trophyhunt on August 06, 2019, 10:49:41 AM
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Post by: trophyhunt on August 06, 2019, 11:02:02 AM
What areas ya been looking at TH?hmm, are we competing for the same animal??
Post by: opdinkslayer on August 06, 2019, 11:04:59 AM
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Post by: sjhgraysage on August 07, 2019, 10:42:02 AM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 07, 2019, 10:43:14 AM
Game carts work great on gated roads! ;)@trophyhunt if you still live in BL, I may have a game cart you can borrow if you don't have one.
Post by: ELKBURGER on August 08, 2019, 06:24:16 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on August 08, 2019, 06:25:59 AM
I do, and thank you very much. Let me see what I come up with, appreciate it.Game carts work great on gated roads! ;)@trophyhunt if you still live in BL, I may have a game cart you can borrow if you don't have one.
Post by: trophyhunt on August 08, 2019, 06:30:11 AM
Tagging along! I just ran into a guy with the same tag this year. Good Luck to you!!!Thank you! I'm spending every other weekend over there and a long weekend in September, I'm trying to make the best of it being 7 hours away. I'm starting to feel pretty good about our chances, I think all the scouting is just getting to know the roads and what gated roads are worth walking. I know when the rut kicks in everything will change, but I also know that every time I think it's a slam dunk, you get kicked in the jimmy so I am prepared so go the long haul if needed. If the first two weeks don't work out, I'll be there every other weekend and the last two weeks. I can't wait!!!
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Post by: trophyhunt on September 16, 2019, 02:38:20 PM
Not that you can’t call a moose in any given day of the calendar year, you are a bit early to be getting too anxious. Sept rut dates are more for Montana and Wyoming or Alaska. The first week of October is when it starts getting interesting here. I just saw fresh pics of a big bull still in velvet just yesterday.wow, a local bull? Thanks for the input, gives me some more hope!
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Post by: grundy53 on September 16, 2019, 07:29:20 PM
Grundy, did they require a tooth from your bull last year? The letter in with my tag says I need to provide a tooth with the envelope included, my hunting partner and I never did get an envelope. I'll just use an old spring bear one.Yes they required a tooth. Mine came back as 9 years old. I was really surprised.
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Post by: fishngamereaper on September 17, 2019, 02:19:34 PM
Post by: WAcoueshunter on September 17, 2019, 03:43:08 PM
Patience trophy...it will be like a switch..one day nothing, the next day every place u call a moose will come running..
What's the general timing of when that usually happens in NE WA? October 1? Earlier? Later? I'll be there before, during and after the 1st, just curious on past hunters' experience.
Post by: Mudman on September 17, 2019, 03:49:21 PM
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Post by: trophyhunt on September 17, 2019, 04:38:43 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on September 17, 2019, 04:41:21 PM
Ok, You guys are pumping me up, love to hear it!
Leave the electronic caller at home, get good with that bull magnet call and hold on.
Post by: trophyhunt on September 17, 2019, 04:45:10 PM
is the electric caller legal?Ok, You guys are pumping me up, love to hear it!
Leave the electronic caller at home, get good with that bull magnet call and hold on.
Post by: fishngamereaper on September 17, 2019, 04:48:43 PM
is the electric caller legal?Ok, You guys are pumping me up, love to hear it!
Leave the electronic caller at home, get good with that bull magnet call and hold on.
Honestly would have to look it up, never crossed my mind to use one... but that bull magnet is all you need.
Post by: trophyhunt on September 17, 2019, 05:51:20 PM
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Post by: Timberstalker on September 22, 2019, 12:17:46 PM
Best of luck.
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Post by: Roobugsdad on September 27, 2019, 08:44:33 AM
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on September 27, 2019, 10:35:10 AM
Post by: lamrith on September 27, 2019, 10:41:24 AM
I just want to remind you to not suck at moose killing jerry :chuckle:That's a tall order Karl.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on September 27, 2019, 10:48:59 AM
I know but I still felt I needed to pass along that hot tip to ensure a good moose hunt. Lot of folks overlook the these tried and true tactics :chuckle:I just want to remind you to not suck at moose killing jerry :chuckle:That's a tall order Karl.
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Post by: benhuntin on September 27, 2019, 06:01:59 PM
34 degrees and it just started snowing here! Still haven’t seen a moose in two days of scouting! I would put the Selkirk unit last on your list of moose units! LolNot what it once was but there are still a bunch of moose in there.
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Post by: sagerat on September 27, 2019, 08:32:30 PM
Talked to a couple from Idaho who had moose tags as well, for Idaho. They started sept 15th and haven’t seen anything!! He is about ready to shoot a spike moose. He was also saying the elk hunting for them has been pretty bad as well.
You’ve got plenty of time, don’t shoot something you’ll regret. It’s not like you get a do over next year... I’d rather go home empty handed than shoot a spike! I’m jealous, and wish you good luck!!
Post by: huntnphool on September 28, 2019, 05:17:10 PM
Talked to a couple from Idaho who had moose tags as well, for Idaho. They started sept 15th and haven’t seen anything!! He is about ready to shoot a spike moose. He was also saying the elk hunting for them has been pretty bad as well.
You’ve got plenty of time, don’t shoot something you’ll regret. It’s not like you get a do over next year... I’d rather go home empty handed than shoot a spike! I’m jealous, and wish you good luck!!
You could always eat your tag and start over accumulating points again next year. :chuckle:
Hang in there though, you will be fine.
Post by: steeleywhopper on September 28, 2019, 06:19:54 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on September 28, 2019, 06:36:50 PM
Don’t get discouraged yet. Things will start cranking up next week and those bulls will be on the move.
:yeah:
That one you have on cam is a good bull..and others you didn't even know existed will show up..
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Post by: trophyhunt on September 29, 2019, 05:27:00 AM
Something like a shovel I have needed before.thats the one thing we had!
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Post by: trophyhunt on September 29, 2019, 09:56:47 PM
Jerry, did you find any moose in the snow today?one! Only 1 bull moose today, we drove all over and didn’t even see any tracks other than the one small bull!! Crazy!!
Post by: highbuckklr on September 30, 2019, 08:05:37 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on September 30, 2019, 09:10:05 AM
Good Luck guys!!! You will eventually find tracks in that white stuff. KelloggThanks man, we are going to give it hell.
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on September 30, 2019, 05:07:59 PM
Dont get discouraged. It only gets better later on. Right now the moose just don’t have to move far for feed and water and cover. Sure the rut is starting but it will keep going through October and get better.Jerry, did you find any moose in the snow today?one! Only 1 bull moose today, we drove all over and didn’t even see any tracks other than the one small bull!! Crazy!!
If your not seeing much where your at now maybe it’s time to try some new areas
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on September 30, 2019, 06:43:55 PM
Post by: grundy53 on September 30, 2019, 06:46:52 PM
Go home Jerry. Save your vacation and come back when it gets good :twocents:Should be good right now. Both moose hunts I've been on they were rutting hard right now.
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on September 30, 2019, 06:49:34 PM
IMO hunting gets better later in oct.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on September 30, 2019, 06:55:57 PM
I know exactly zero about moose but guys like bullblaster, shane, and Jonathan_s, know their stuff and when all the hardcore moose guys say later is better and I have an oct 1-Nov 30 season, I'm going later......or whenever they tell me to :chuckle:Go home Jerry. Save your vacation and come back when it gets good :twocents:Should be good right now. Both moose hunts I've been on they were rutting hard right now.
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Mainly I just like to pitch Jerry *censored* :chuckle:
Post by: Jonathan_S on September 30, 2019, 07:33:29 PM
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Post by: bearpaw on October 01, 2019, 09:00:38 AM
I'll send you my number in a PM.
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 01, 2019, 09:02:16 AM
Keep hunting Jerry, one of my guides called two bulls in last week and he's closing in on one of them right now as I write this. Bulls are rutting good, keep after them! Snow is tough, but if you kill a moose in a really tough to get to location I'll have one of my guides bring a snowmobile and come help you. I've got an extra guide in camp for that purpose this week, I don't mind having him help you too. :tup:
I'll send you my number in a PM.
That is one heck of an offer Dale - you're an outstanding individual! :tup:
Post by: Rainier10 on October 01, 2019, 10:11:24 AM
:yeah: :yeah: :yeah: :yeah:Keep hunting Jerry, one of my guides called two bulls in last week and he's closing in on one of them right now as I write this. Bulls are rutting good, keep after them! Snow is tough, but if you kill a moose in a really tough to get to location I'll have one of my guides bring a snowmobile and come help you. I've got an extra guide in camp for that purpose this week, I don't mind having him help you too. :tup:
I'll send you my number in a PM.
That is one heck of an offer Dale - you're an outstanding individual! :tup:
Post by: trophyhunt on October 01, 2019, 07:34:45 PM
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Umm..... You're not following a moose.
Post by: trophyhunt on October 02, 2019, 08:47:15 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 02, 2019, 09:47:48 PM
Post by: BAR C3 on October 03, 2019, 05:17:21 PM
I drew a tag in 2016 and shot a 40 inch opening day. Only saw one bull bigger in all the scouting I did and I don’t regret my decision to this day.
If it makes you feel better, 40 inches is above average in Washington state.
Good luck on your hunt and look forward to photos!
Post by: LabChamp on October 03, 2019, 07:02:12 PM
Post by: lewy on October 03, 2019, 07:06:15 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on October 03, 2019, 07:11:45 PM
Post by: jackelope on October 03, 2019, 07:18:17 PM
Hmmm ...
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 03, 2019, 07:22:40 PM
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on October 03, 2019, 07:38:27 PM
You get one chance to hunt moose in WA and you have A TWO MONTH SEASON! DO NOT SETTLE!!!!!! Hunt your hunt Jerry and if 40 isn't the mark and a single brow isn't the mark then just keep looking. You can't shoot the bull of your dreams if you shoot a "better than average and good enough". :twocents::yeah:
Not to say you shouldn’t shoot any 40 incher. But wait for the one that makes you jump!
Might be 40 or might be 48.
Go get em Jerry!
Post by: benhuntin on October 03, 2019, 07:44:46 PM
I do love how everyone judges moose on there width. Saw a 39”er go 170’s.You get one chance to hunt moose in WA and you have A TWO MONTH SEASON! DO NOT SETTLE!!!!!! Hunt your hunt Jerry and if 40 isn't the mark and a single brow isn't the mark then just keep looking. You can't shoot the bull of your dreams if you shoot a "better than average and good enough". :twocents::yeah:
Not to say you shouldn’t shoot any 40 incher. But wait for the one that makes you jump!
Might be 40 or might be 48.
Go get em Jerry!
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on October 03, 2019, 07:50:03 PM
paddles and points will outrun width in a hurry.I do love how everyone judges moose on there width. Saw a 39”er go 170’s.You get one chance to hunt moose in WA and you have A TWO MONTH SEASON! DO NOT SETTLE!!!!!! Hunt your hunt Jerry and if 40 isn't the mark and a single brow isn't the mark then just keep looking. You can't shoot the bull of your dreams if you shoot a "better than average and good enough". :twocents::yeah:
Not to say you shouldn’t shoot any 40 incher. But wait for the one that makes you jump!
Might be 40 or might be 48.
Go get em Jerry!
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 03, 2019, 09:10:56 PM
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Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 03, 2019, 09:32:17 PM
Post by: Naches Sportsman on October 03, 2019, 09:32:22 PM
I'm tagging this thread as I think Jerry has moose fever now and is going to shoot a nice bull in the next few days.
Post by: trophyhunt on October 03, 2019, 09:36:57 PM
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Post by: huntnphool on October 03, 2019, 11:33:57 PM
You get one chance to hunt moose in WA and you have A TWO MONTH SEASON!
You only have one chance if you pull the trigger. ;)
Congrats on the first one down, go get another. :tup:
Post by: Skyvalhunter on October 04, 2019, 05:16:11 AM
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Post by: MADMAX on October 04, 2019, 07:00:28 AM
congrats
Post by: pianoman9701 on October 04, 2019, 07:48:34 AM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on October 04, 2019, 08:24:30 AM
Good work on the bull!
Don’t rush yourself. You have nothing but time. If it doesn’t happen this trip you can make another run later on!
That area you were in seems to have decent moose numbers and a giant could show there.
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Post by: 2MANY on October 04, 2019, 10:36:58 AM
Post by: KFhunter on October 04, 2019, 10:59:08 AM
Found your grizz tracks Ben, wow!
that's a nice black, just wait...you'll know when you see it
Post by: highbuckklr on October 04, 2019, 11:07:02 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 04, 2019, 11:09:14 AM
Tell Chris Congrats - Now go get yours - Good Luck!will do, this is Kenny right?
Post by: highbuckklr on October 04, 2019, 11:52:58 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 04, 2019, 12:49:51 PM
Yes sir. Cant wait to see yours. Me, Leroy, Steve setting up mule deer camp tomorrow for next week. Chris has hunted there back in the day with Leroy. I'll show them Moose pic tomorrow. Good Luck Buddy!thats awesome, Chris and I were talking about that spot w Leroy yesterday !! We were wondering if they still hunted there. Tell all them hello.
Post by: trophyhunt on October 04, 2019, 03:27:31 PM
Post by: benhuntin on October 04, 2019, 03:44:58 PM
Question for you moose experts, do moose move around all day during the rut or am I just burning diesel in the noon hours? Almost half a tank today alone.Not an expert but you should be able to find moose all day as long as it’s not warm. They were definitely out yesterday all day in the Selkirk.
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 04, 2019, 04:06:35 PM
did you see anything big? We were stuck processing my buddies bull all day. Sent you a pm.Question for you moose experts, do moose move around all day during the rut or am I just burning diesel in the noon hours? Almost half a tank today alone.Not an expert but you should be able to find moose all day as long as it’s not warm. They were definitely out yesterday all day in the Selkirk.
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Post by: fishngamereaper on October 04, 2019, 07:38:26 PM
Question for you moose experts, do moose move around all day during the rut or am I just burning diesel in the noon hours? Almost half a tank today alone.
Have had success calling them in all hours of the day...unless they find a cow..they may not leave her..
Post by: trophyhunt on October 04, 2019, 07:43:33 PM
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Post by: grundy53 on October 05, 2019, 09:35:41 PM
Burned up half a tank of diesel today, saw one cub bear. A guy killed a 50” bull on a road after we drove through it, all about luck there. Road hunting is brutal to me but I keep being told to cover ground, will do.That's how it goes. It'll be a grind then your luck will change in an instant.
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 05, 2019, 09:56:11 PM
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Post by: Timberstalker on October 06, 2019, 09:02:54 AM
Good luck!
Post by: boneaddict on October 06, 2019, 10:06:01 AM
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Post by: BAR C3 on October 07, 2019, 07:07:05 AM
Sounds like your talking to my hunting partner that you met up there. If that’s you, everything he tells you is as good as it gets!
Post by: trophyhunt on October 07, 2019, 08:34:11 PM
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Post by: Jpmiller on October 08, 2019, 06:57:43 AM
Post by: jmscon on October 08, 2019, 08:15:20 AM
Every day I read your update and wish I was moose hunting. Hope you're enjoying it, Its an experience I hope to have one day. Good luck on the rest of the season:yeah:
Post by: Whitpirate on October 08, 2019, 08:43:50 AM
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Post by: HillHound on October 08, 2019, 11:01:13 AM
Post by: 7mmfan on October 08, 2019, 11:07:14 AM
Thanks guys, appreciate the well wishing. Today was the slowest since the hunt started, had some stormy weather this morning, and now it’s beautiful. ZERO tracks in an area that usually has lots. Calling with no responses, hard at it but it is tough hunting right now.
Might be time for a big greasy cheese burger and a milk shake. Then back at the hills with a full tummy.
Post by: jackelope on October 08, 2019, 11:08:50 AM
Thanks guys, appreciate the well wishing. Today was the slowest since the hunt started, had some stormy weather this morning, and now it’s beautiful. ZERO tracks in an area that usually has lots. Calling with no responses, hard at it but it is tough hunting right now.
Might be time for a big greasy cheese burger and a milk shake. Then back at the hills with a full tummy.
Ummm. Is there a special day for those?
Post by: Rainier10 on October 08, 2019, 11:17:13 AM
Hang in there man, it is slow right up until it is not.
Stay in the game, enjoy the rollercoaster ride, when it is done you will remember the highs.
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 08, 2019, 11:24:14 AM
Thanks guys, appreciate the well wishing. Today was the slowest since the hunt started, had some stormy weather this morning, and now it’s beautiful. ZERO tracks in an area that usually has lots. Calling with no responses, hard at it but it is tough hunting right now.
It seems like all of my hunts are slow until they aren't. Keep up the faith - you got this :tup:
Post by: Yelper Guy on October 08, 2019, 11:24:32 AM
Post by: KFhunter on October 08, 2019, 11:25:24 AM
On days like that I kinda like that gas station in Ione, those burgers out of the hot case arent bad! (Get the bacon ones, like 2 or 3 of them) lolThanks guys, appreciate the well wishing. Today was the slowest since the hunt started, had some stormy weather this morning, and now it’s beautiful. ZERO tracks in an area that usually has lots. Calling with no responses, hard at it but it is tough hunting right now.
Might be time for a big greasy cheese burger and a milk shake. Then back at the hills with a full tummy.
Ummm. Is there a special day for those?
Thats if on on the north end of 113, otherwise some good eats in Usk
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Post by: 7mmfan on October 08, 2019, 11:51:39 AM
Thanks guys, appreciate the well wishing. Today was the slowest since the hunt started, had some stormy weather this morning, and now it’s beautiful. ZERO tracks in an area that usually has lots. Calling with no responses, hard at it but it is tough hunting right now.
Might be time for a big greasy cheese burger and a milk shake. Then back at the hills with a full tummy.
Ummm. Is there a special day for those?
No special day other than the day you want one. I know what hunts like that are like. When you've been covering ground and not seeing anything, your eyes and mind begin to play tricks on you. Sometimes you just need a change of scenery and some grease. Has worked for me in the past. It usually works by forcing me to come to a screeching halt somewhere and bail into the woods with a roll of TP. Always bring your rifle, you never know what you might stumble onto...
Post by: RockChuck on October 08, 2019, 12:54:20 PM
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Post by: coachcw on October 08, 2019, 01:37:18 PM
Post by: 10thmountainarcher on October 08, 2019, 01:45:59 PM
Came back to camp and had ham, bacon, sausage, eggs and fried potatoes! That ought to get things turned around! Lol. Those bacon burgers in Ione are pretty darn good, we’ve been there a couple times. Heading back up to try some afternoon calling.
The Block?? Service can be sloowwww but good food for sure!
Post by: Roobugsdad on October 08, 2019, 04:54:55 PM
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Post by: blindluck on October 09, 2019, 08:45:35 AM
Saw the biggest track this evening I’ve ever seen, exactly in the area where a logger told me he saw the biggest bull of his life back in August. This bull has got me fired up, I will sit in that area all day tomorrow.Love the sound of this, fingers crossed for you
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Post by: vandeman17 on October 09, 2019, 03:33:31 PM
That's good advice. Also, why not just try tracking them? You have fantastic tracking conditions right now. If you are on tracks that you know are fresh, track those baby's down. This is coming from a guy sitting in a 70 degree office, eating a bagel.
From what I experienced last week on a moose hunt in the same unit, most areas I wouldn't want to try and track a moose. It is steep and thick! :yike:
Post by: 2MANY on October 09, 2019, 03:35:54 PM
The cows will come a running.
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 09, 2019, 05:32:13 PM
I heard a full day without huntwa could help. I dare you.i need to keep these guys updated, some know where I live!!
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Post by: boneaddict on October 10, 2019, 10:29:05 AM
Of course the last time I did it, it was in about 5 feet of snow, so I might be jaded a little
Post by: 7mmfan on October 10, 2019, 10:53:57 AM
I’m 6 5 and get around in the woods fairly well, and “tracking a moose”. That’s rich. 😆
Of course the last time I did it, it was in about 5 feet of snow, so I might be jaded a little
Like I said, that comment was coming from a guy that's never seen a moose, or hunted them, and was making that comment from my cozy office full of snacks. Is it just the terrain they live in with thick brush and trees that makes it so difficult? Doesn't seem the act of tracking them wouldn't be all that difficult? I'm just ignorant of it all I guess.
Post by: huntnphool on October 10, 2019, 10:56:24 AM
I’m 6 5 and get around in the woods fairly well, and “tracking a moose”. That’s rich. 😆
Of course the last time I did it, it was in about 5 feet of snow, so I might be jaded a little
Like I said, that comment was coming from a guy that's never seen a moose, or hunted them, and was making that comment from my cozy office full of snacks. Is it just the terrain they live in with thick brush and trees that makes it so difficult? Doesn't seem the act of tracking them would be all that difficult? I'm just ignorant of it all I guess.
They are actually very lazy and prefer roads.
Post by: benhuntin on October 10, 2019, 11:01:30 AM
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Post by: huntnphool on October 10, 2019, 11:02:50 AM
Anyone think he’ll make it 24 hrs?? I’m taking bets.
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Post by: boneaddict on October 10, 2019, 11:16:51 AM
I’m 6 5 and get around in the woods fairly well, and “tracking a moose”. That’s rich. 😆
Of course the last time I did it, it was in about 5 feet of snow, so I might be jaded a little
Like I said, that comment was coming from a guy that's never seen a moose, or hunted them, and was making that comment from my cozy office full of snacks. Is it just the terrain they live in with thick brush and trees that makes it so difficult? Doesn't seem the act of tracking them would be all that difficult? I'm just ignorant of it all I guess.
They are long legged beasts and can cover a lot of territory, no matter what stands in their way. As Rob stated, they like to travel on roads. One of the reasons road hunting is a viable option to hunt or look for them.....but they can cover a lot of country when it strikes them. Where tracking can be utilized is find their fresh tracks across or down a road, then go from there utilizing other methods, especially this time of year.
Post by: vandeman17 on October 10, 2019, 11:18:58 AM
I’m 6 5 and get around in the woods fairly well, and “tracking a moose”. That’s rich. 😆
Of course the last time I did it, it was in about 5 feet of snow, so I might be jaded a little
Like I said, that comment was coming from a guy that's never seen a moose, or hunted them, and was making that comment from my cozy office full of snacks. Is it just the terrain they live in with thick brush and trees that makes it so difficult? Doesn't seem the act of tracking them would be all that difficult? I'm just ignorant of it all I guess.
After tagging along on a hunt for 6 days and seeing lots of tracks, it was crazy how few we saw from the road given then miles we drove. Lots of the tracks would come up or down out of stuff that didn't look like a fawn would fit through and then walk the road for a while. Only thing that fresh tracks did for us was get us to call in more locations and closer together
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 01:12:42 PM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 10, 2019, 01:13:25 PM
Congrats!!!
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Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:14:07 PM
That looks like a booner hoof! I'm guessing 49" moose :yike:
GRATS!!
Post by: boneaddict on October 10, 2019, 01:16:18 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 10, 2019, 01:17:10 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 01:18:01 PM
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:18:46 PM
Those are some super clean cuts on those notches... impressive.. :tup:
havalon, I carry one just for notching tags on hooves, they're the best!
Post by: HillHound on October 10, 2019, 01:19:02 PM
...Awesome. Congratulations. Let see some pics
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 10, 2019, 01:19:29 PM
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Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:20:17 PM
I see a road...even better
good eyes, nice easy pack out :tup:
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:20:51 PM
Someone ban this guy if he doesn't start posting full body pics! We've been strung along for weeks now!
:yeah:
locking this thread now, it's no longer useful
Post by: Jpmiller on October 10, 2019, 01:21:04 PM
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:22:38 PM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 10, 2019, 01:23:26 PM
These moose threads are killin me! I wanna draw!! :'(
KF, you're my first call if I get drawn for moose next year.
Never hurts to get in with the mods! :tup:
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 10, 2019, 01:28:02 PM
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:29:58 PM
These moose threads are killin me! I wanna draw!! :'(
KF, you're my first call if I get drawn for moose next year.
Never hurts to get in with the mods! :tup:
Hello ya! :chuckle:
Post by: RoostrCogburn on October 10, 2019, 01:41:51 PM
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 01:42:35 PM
Congrats..... Looks.. like.... a.. good one
:yeah:
hella lot better than the moose I don't got in my freezer!
Post by: Machias on October 10, 2019, 01:49:47 PM
Post by: jackelope on October 10, 2019, 01:50:45 PM
Now quit being a tease so I don't have to initiate an executive order on you.
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Post by: duckmen1 on October 10, 2019, 02:16:54 PM
Someone ban this guy if he doesn't start posting full body pics! We've been strung along for weeks now!
Be careful what you ask for. :chuckle:
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Post by: RaffleMule on October 10, 2019, 03:43:26 PM
Didn’t make it 24 hrs.
Make it 24 hours from what? Calling you and getting a bull down? I'm surprised it took that long unless you're including loading it in the truck and hanging somewhere.
Congrats on the Bull!
Post by: gaddy on October 10, 2019, 03:43:45 PM
Post by: Timberstalker on October 10, 2019, 03:48:26 PM
Nice work.
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 10, 2019, 04:00:41 PM
Think I would of passed though..I mean it's only day 6 or 7 ??
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Post by: benhuntin on October 10, 2019, 05:41:26 PM
Right on Jerry ! great bull . I knew Ben would get involved :tup:I was really just there to take pictures of the crew. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191011/78f08174d7c1c320f2ee2e18bc0d8da6.jpg)
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Post by: fishngamereaper on October 10, 2019, 06:16:34 PM
Well done sir..
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 07:16:48 PM
Man I can’t stop coming back and looking at these pictures. I’m heading back over there next week. Fingers crossedafter a couple days give me a pm.
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Post by: 3nails on October 10, 2019, 07:26:16 PM
Man I can’t stop coming back and looking at these pictures. I’m heading back over there next week. Fingers crossedI sure hope you can get into one as well!
Post by: NOCK NOCK on October 10, 2019, 07:27:09 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 10, 2019, 07:33:57 PM
Post by: Hoythunter on October 10, 2019, 07:34:34 PM
Post by: Jpmiller on October 10, 2019, 07:48:51 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 07:58:19 PM
Post by: L8NITE on October 10, 2019, 08:08:33 PM
Post by: SWHUNTER on October 10, 2019, 08:24:32 PM
Post by: blindluck on October 10, 2019, 08:26:59 PM
Post by: benhuntin on October 10, 2019, 08:27:52 PM
Alright, now the obvious question. how wide is he or did I miss something?What’s the guess?
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Post by: Mfowl on October 10, 2019, 08:32:45 PM
Alright, now the obvious question. how wide is he or did I miss something?What’s the guess?
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53 1/2 "?
Post by: ganghis on October 10, 2019, 08:33:44 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 10, 2019, 08:38:54 PM
Post by: SuperDave on October 10, 2019, 08:39:21 PM
Post by: Wanttohuntmore on October 10, 2019, 08:47:26 PM
Post by: wapitislayer on October 10, 2019, 08:57:08 PM
Post by: elkrack on October 10, 2019, 09:01:26 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 09:06:09 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 09:10:20 PM
Everything happens for a reason.. your patience and will where tested and you persevered and kicked butt.:tup: thank you
Well done sir..
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 09:21:04 PM
Post by: Machias on October 10, 2019, 09:26:12 PM
Post by: jackelope on October 10, 2019, 09:32:10 PM
I guessed earlier today 46-48”. He’s a stud. Happy for you.
Post by: trophyhunt on October 10, 2019, 09:39:28 PM
Post by: KFhunter on October 10, 2019, 09:50:08 PM
DOH!!
That looks like a booner hoof! I'm guessing 49" moose :yike:
GRATS!!
I was close, and all I had at the time was a pic of a hoof to go off of :chuckle:
Post by: 10mmg on October 10, 2019, 10:21:40 PM
Post by: shootem on October 10, 2019, 10:48:04 PM
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Post by: WAcoueshunter on October 11, 2019, 09:01:58 AM
Post by: Ironhead on October 11, 2019, 09:11:50 AM
Post by: 2MANY on October 11, 2019, 09:27:48 AM
Moose dead.
New friends born.
Congrats.
Post by: blindluck on October 11, 2019, 09:30:03 AM
Alright, now the obvious question. how wide is he or did I miss something?What’s the guess?
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I’d say 47-48
Post by: cavemann on October 11, 2019, 09:51:45 AM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on October 11, 2019, 10:20:09 AM
Post by: mdbuck5x5 on October 11, 2019, 11:16:24 AM
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 11, 2019, 12:03:59 PM
Post by: gutsnthegrass on October 11, 2019, 12:55:02 PM
Post by: lamrith on October 11, 2019, 01:33:32 PM
Glad you took my advice Jerry and didnt suck at moose killing :chuckle:Who knew!?!? He actually figured out that a gun needed bullets to shoot. Seems an old stubborn dog can learn at least one trick.
Congrats Jerry!! I know how excited you were for this hunt and how much effort you put into it. Glad it paid off!
Any bets on if the wife lets him in the house for a shower, or if she loops a hose over a tree limb before she lets him in the house?
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 11, 2019, 02:52:23 PM
Post by: rosscrazyelk on October 11, 2019, 03:27:48 PM
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 11, 2019, 07:38:34 PM
Post by: rosscrazyelk on October 11, 2019, 07:41:12 PM
Good to see you guys, wish I had half the energy your girls have.They could power a city if you bottled it up..lol
Post by: huntnphool on October 11, 2019, 08:38:51 PM
Post by: BAR C3 on October 12, 2019, 08:42:43 AM
Post by: TriggerMike on October 12, 2019, 09:53:59 AM
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Congrats!
Post by: trophyhunt on October 12, 2019, 03:36:32 PM
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Post by: elkrack on October 12, 2019, 03:47:26 PM
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Post by: greenhead_killer on October 12, 2019, 03:56:29 PM
Post by: lewy on October 12, 2019, 06:17:27 PM
Post by: fishngamereaper on October 12, 2019, 07:32:50 PM
pretty dang symmetrical! nice work! still cant believe you cut the cape off.
I can..if you've ever killed or had to pack a moose.. :chuckle:
Post by: trophyhunt on October 12, 2019, 07:59:38 PM
:yeah: pretty over whelming at the time.pretty dang symmetrical! nice work! still cant believe you cut the cape off.
I can..if you've ever killed or had to pack a moose.. :chuckle:
Post by: greenhead_killer on October 12, 2019, 08:36:17 PM
I have. I don’t blame him, just crazy to me though lolpretty dang symmetrical! nice work! still cant believe you cut the cape off.
I can..if you've ever killed or had to pack a moose.. :chuckle:
Post by: Kuper on October 13, 2019, 08:54:16 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on October 13, 2019, 09:30:26 AM
I have. I don’t blame him, just crazy to me though lolpretty dang symmetrical! nice work! still cant believe you cut the cape off.
I can..if you've ever killed or had to pack a moose.. :chuckle:
I was there to witness. Dang impressive.
Post by: trophyhunt on October 13, 2019, 09:40:52 AM
That day since I started hunting was the first time we saw a moose while driving, we surprised a cow coming around the corner, good start to the day!! We did see 2 cows in a reprod cut but no response or sight from any bulls. We jump back in the truck with Ben driving and me riding shotgun. The roads up there are not truck paint friendly, I’m scared to wash the mud off to see all the scratches, but every scratch was worth it! After driving down a road I had previously turned around on because of the brush, I told the guys that I just didn’t think I was going to kill a bull on this trip. Then seconds later we turn a corner and Ben days, big bull, shoot that ...Sucker. I hear my buddy sitting behind him say, Holy ...Crap! I can see the bull but some of the antlers are blocked from my view, the bull is standing just off the road. I know by bens reaction that I need to shoot this bull with no question, so I get out of the truck, load my .300 win mag ( expecting at any moment the bull would run off) and put my crosshairs on his shoulder! The whole shooting in the hump shot went out the window, instinct kicked in to shoot it in the oxygen factory. The bull humped up and walked down the road, I ran up to where he was standing and he had gone 20 yards down the road to just off the road on the other side. I put two more shots in him before he finally went down! I didn’t realize just how big he was until I walked up to him, no shrinkage, just amazement.
I was speechless, all the hard work, scouting, miles, money in the tank, reading tons of texts and messages to offer help, it was all over in a few seconds. My once in a lifetime moose hunt was over, and I couldn’t have asked for a better bull. We hugged, high fives all around, and took pics. We tried to load it whole but that wasn’t happening, maybe if we had another Ben size guy!! So I gutted it and we cut it in half, still a chore to load. After skinning and getting it into the meat locker, celebration time with coors and crown royal!!! Too many people to thank on this hunt, the people on and off this site are just great! Ben was the key to my success, I did put all I could into this hunt and feel great about my efforts, but having someone with his knowledge was priceless. Can’t thank Ben enough, or my buddies who stuck around burning vacation time to be with me during my treck. Steve and Chris are life long buddies I’ve known since elementary school, now it’s steves turn to draw a moose tag! Thanks again for everyone’s kind words, the support and thanks for every tip and private message.
Post by: benhuntin on October 13, 2019, 02:36:56 PM
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 13, 2019, 03:38:53 PM
At least part of that is a lie.:chuckle:
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Post by: grundy53 on October 13, 2019, 05:06:46 PM
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Post by: Yakirack on October 14, 2019, 08:21:58 AM
Congratulations! Great bull!
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:yeah: Congrats!
Post by: Rob on October 14, 2019, 08:33:36 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 14, 2019, 09:17:05 AM
you need to update your ()!lol, I tried!! It won’t let me, Jackalope is working on it.
Post by: Rob on October 14, 2019, 09:40:26 AM
Post by: jackelope on October 17, 2019, 11:25:44 AM
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Post by: jackelope on October 17, 2019, 11:36:00 AM
Hope to fill the space with “success” in the future! Still in disbelief that my buddy and I drew a OIL bull moose tag for the Selkirk unit. 21 years of applying, it was our 2nd choice, of course kettle falls was our 1st due to the world record being killed there last season! Chris and I have been great friends since jr high school, maybe elementary. We have both hunted moose together once before, back in 2001 in Canada. We had a tough hunt, dealing with the terrorist attacks and the lack of promised moose. I ended up killing a 2.5 year old bull and he got a huge cow. The hunt was bitter sweet, now, we are at it again. This has been a very tough year for both of us, I lost my uncle and we both lost our father in law ( we are married to sisters). Today, Chris learned his grandma won’t make it through the night, the same day his daughter graduated and the same day he found out he drew for a once in a lifetime moose tag. Wow. I have so many questions about this hunt but will start with just one, what should our expectations be as far as numbers of bulls, and size? Sorry for the long intro, the whiskey is finally taking hold! Better go for now, thanks for all the congrats, support and the great info that has already come my way!
Updated!!
Post by: Pete112288 on October 17, 2019, 11:38:21 AM
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Post by: boneaddict on October 17, 2019, 12:04:47 PM
Post by: lamrith on October 17, 2019, 12:07:25 PM
Your moose looks better with every pic.....not you, you are still ugly, but your moose is pretty. :)Some things you just can't fix, even with photoshop.
Post by: NOCK NOCK on October 17, 2019, 12:36:07 PM
Your moose looks better with every pic.....not you, you are still ugly, but your moose is pretty. :)
That right there is dang funny, and why this site is such a great site, The jesting in good fun is awesome.
Post by: X-Force on October 17, 2019, 12:37:24 PM
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 17, 2019, 04:24:16 PM
Post by: huntnnw on October 18, 2019, 06:08:37 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 18, 2019, 06:12:49 AM
Congrats on a great bull!! :tup:Thank you!
Post by: benhuntin on October 18, 2019, 08:08:49 AM
Couple more pics from JerryWhy is the left edge of this bumper cut off in the picture??
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Post by: trophyhunt on October 18, 2019, 08:34:41 AM
Post by: elkrack on October 18, 2019, 11:33:23 AM
Post by: benhuntin on October 18, 2019, 12:22:34 PM
Does Jerry need some back up assistance at his old age :chuckle:You tell me. He drove 2000 miles in the Selkirk and never saw a moose on the road. Maybe assistance driving all together.
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Post by: elkrack on October 18, 2019, 12:26:04 PM
Does Jerry need some back up assistance at his old age :chuckle:You tell me. He drove 2000 miles in the Selkirk and never saw a moose on the road. Maybe assistance driving all together.
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:o
That’s a low blow😂
Post by: lamrith on October 18, 2019, 01:14:31 PM
(https://media.tenor.com/images/1c8dc785c09d174f0f7e2c0c4bab3347/tenor.gif)Does Jerry need some back up assistance at his old age :chuckle:You tell me. He drove 2000 miles in the Selkirk and never saw a moose on the road. Maybe assistance driving all together.
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Post by: trophyhunt on December 30, 2019, 06:42:22 PM
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Post by: fishngamereaper on December 30, 2019, 06:44:56 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on December 30, 2019, 06:52:08 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on December 30, 2019, 06:54:15 PM
:tup: looks good... probably still surreal to look at.yes, hard to believe it’s mine.
Post by: NOCK NOCK on December 30, 2019, 07:51:08 PM
Post by: Jpmiller on December 30, 2019, 08:35:47 PM
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Post by: Blsum on December 30, 2019, 09:50:23 PM
Post by: boneaddict on December 31, 2019, 08:05:58 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on December 31, 2019, 08:39:11 AM
Did you mention whose beetles cleaned him upI didn’t, he doesn’t want me to advertise, he’s too busy as it is. I’m just thankful he’s a buddy.
Post by: boneaddict on December 31, 2019, 08:40:26 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on December 31, 2019, 09:03:48 AM
8) Tell him he did nice work :tup:you bet, thanks!