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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: Star882 on June 10, 2025, 02:55:19 PM

Title: Nooksack Muzzleloader Bull Tag
Post by: Star882 on June 10, 2025, 02:55:19 PM: I was excited to see if finally was able to draw a Washington tag after a ton of years putting in. I drew the Nooksack Muzzleloader Bull tag. I have hunted the unit alot for bear and deer. But never for elk. I have a few spots I have seen elk in the high country. I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share some info with me on the unit or the tag. I do not have any logging permits for access. I was planning on high country or try to gain access to farming land. Any information would be much appreciated. The tag is from Sept 23rd to Oct 14th.
Title: Re: Nooksack Muzzleloader Bull Tag
Post by: Bucks2Ducks on June 10, 2025, 03:16:01 PM: Cant beat those dates!! Good Luck
Title: Re: Nooksack Muzzleloader Bull Tag
Post by: Ridgerunner on June 10, 2025, 08:06:49 PM: Some studs still roam that unit and with those dates you should have a great hunt.

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Title: Re: Nooksack Muzzleloader Bull Tag
Post by: high_hunter on June 10, 2025, 10:42:24 PM: Should be good dates for some rut action early on. Sounds like you're familiar with and close by to do lots of pre-season of scouting in.

Herd has taken a bit of a hit in recent years IMO but there still are some good ones around. High hunting could be fun early, but I suspect you'll have the best chances of encounters and success down low near the river.

Go make friends with the farmers and locals starting now. There is a wide range of opinions about both elk and hunters, so don't be surprised if you get the door slammed or asked to pay a fee. Boat access options shouldn't be out of the question either; happy to put you in contact with some guys who run the river regularly.

Attached is a recent one from that unit. PM and we can talk more.