Post by: LookingOutside on April 25, 2020, 09:38:48 PM
I'm a 34 year old beginner, working through the hunting license course, reading as many articles and books as possible, looking for local experienced mentors and groups.
I moved to WA six years ago and did not grow up with family members that hunt. I have only fished in the past. Hunting is something I've spent a few years researching and I'd like to start going out into the woods.
Ideally it would be great to find people I can join during outings, to become familiar with walking through the woods beyond established trails, common hunting etiquette, safety suggestions, and guidance with animals. I am not afraid of long hikes, carrying gear, or helping in any way I can.
Post by: Hunter326 on April 27, 2020, 07:36:12 AM
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Post by: jennabug on April 29, 2020, 11:20:10 AM
HelloWelcome! I started recently as a beginner too. I echo the suggestion to join the women's board. I'm on the east side, but there are a number of ladies closer to you as well. Joining late can feel frustrating, but there are a lot of great people on the forum.
I'm a 34 year old beginner, working through the hunting license course, reading as many articles and books as possible, looking for local experienced mentors and groups.
I moved to WA six years ago and did not grow up with family members that hunt. I have only fished in the past. Hunting is something I've spent a few years researching and I'd like to start going out into the woods.
Ideally it would be great to find people I can join during outings, to become familiar with walking through the woods beyond established trails, common hunting etiquette, safety suggestions, and guidance with animals. I am not afraid of long hikes, carrying gear, or helping in any way I can.
Post by: Buckhunter24 on April 29, 2020, 11:26:46 AM
Lots of good info here and on other hunting sites.
Post by: ghosthunter on April 29, 2020, 11:33:48 AM
Post by: Jolten on April 29, 2020, 01:22:42 PM
Post by: LookingOutside on May 03, 2020, 08:07:13 PM
Thank you all for your responses and helpful advice.
My request to join the women's board was approved, originally I could not post on the women's board until my request to join was approved.
I will post on the women's board moving forward.
Post by: jennabug on May 03, 2020, 09:03:22 PM
Post by: Dan-o on May 03, 2020, 10:26:57 PM
You will find a lot of very helpful people here.
I hope you find some great mentors - possibly from the women's board.
Possibly some other well vetted folks.
Enjoy!
Post by: pianoman9701 on May 04, 2020, 03:00:57 PM
Post by: gaddy on May 06, 2020, 08:39:28 AM
Hopefully we didnt deter you from posting in the rest of the forum regularly. I think most of us are being protective about making sure you connect with other women in addition to the rest of the forum. :) and being cautious
Exactly, Welcome, looking forward to hearing your adventures :tup:
Post by: sagemd on May 12, 2020, 06:41:11 PM
Here is a link.
firsthuntfoundation.org
Good luck and welcome to the board.
Let me know if you need more help.
Post by: Axistails on June 29, 2020, 01:45:30 PM
Post by: LookingOutside on June 29, 2020, 08:39:17 PM
Thank you again everyone for all the helpful information.
The firsthuntfoundation.org looks like a great place to start too. I noticed the site provides access to local mentors.
Ideally I'd like to find other women to go with that live close to the Vancouver area. I've lived in the NW for six years now and would like to find local friends with similar interests.
I completed the hunter's safety course and purchased my tags/license, read a few more books, driven around to different places to go hunting in the future, began collecting equipment/clothing, and planned what I'm hoping to do this fall season.
I don't log on often but appreciate all the wonderful advice.
Post by: Parasite on June 29, 2020, 08:45:34 PM