Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 07:31:53 AM
Sorry for the tease, but I thought I'd at least give you an update.
sorry Jack....not 418.....451
Post by: RubblesPH on April 27, 2008, 08:03:07 AM
The guy who found them again seems to be a really nice guy and pretty humble. It was really interesting to listen to the degree of effort that goes into picking up those sheds!
Hope you get the pics up soon.
rubblesPH
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 08:24:44 AM
Post by: RubblesPH on April 27, 2008, 08:52:52 AM
Nothing against the auction hunter, but I personally hope that someone from WA gets to put their tag on him - incredible bull.
Post by: tmike on April 27, 2008, 09:04:17 AM
Post by: Ridgerunner on April 27, 2008, 09:09:30 AM
Post by: tmike on April 27, 2008, 09:14:12 AM
Maybe they're hanging on the Oregon side during the season. Hmmmmm.
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 09:21:44 AM
I would bet that he doesn't make it another year. Seems that he's getting pretty well patterned and the word is getting out.
Nothing against the auction hunter, but I personally hope that someone from WA gets to put their tag on him - incredible bull.
Well I don't think we'll have to worry about anyone from out of state getting their hands on him... Todd Riechert will buy the governor's tag almost garunteed as he has the past few years now!!
Post by: Bearhunter on April 27, 2008, 09:24:33 AM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 09:28:17 AM
Post by: Bearhunter on April 27, 2008, 09:33:55 AM
Post by: RubblesPH on April 27, 2008, 09:35:29 AM
What I meant was a draw tag holder from WA taking that big boy....sorry for the confusion - Again, nothing against Todd or any other Auction tag holder - I think it is a great source of funding for WA.....would just like to see an avid WA elk hunter/resident with max points put his tag around that horn......especially if I am that person :tung:
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 09:37:35 AM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 09:41:24 AM
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Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 09:41:51 AM
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Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 09:42:21 AM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 09:43:51 AM
The story I got was that Riechert offered him a mint to guide him to this bull and he wouldn't do it. He turned them down. No matter, its just a matter of time before he gets nailed. What an animal.
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 09:44:59 AM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 09:45:19 AM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 09:46:44 AM
No fences here as the Eastmans would say.
:chuckle:
Post by: Bearhunter on April 27, 2008, 10:02:58 AM
Post by: Jackjr on April 27, 2008, 10:06:10 AM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 10:24:18 AM
The really amazing thing is how many people including my self know the general area the bull lives and he still can't be pimped out when it counts especially with the kind of money being offered for his ass.
I wonder how many man hours were spent looking for him this year?
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 10:28:35 AM
Post by: M_ray on April 27, 2008, 10:32:07 AM
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would just like to see an avid WA elk hunter/resident with max points put his tag around that horn
The Raffle tag winner tried for him! is 29 days of hunting avid enough for ya? He was close, never got a good look at him but knew he was in the same area a few times cause he was close to Richert's & his posse he ended up with like a 356 pisscutter!
Post by: Wea300mag on April 27, 2008, 10:48:04 AM
Post by: RubblesPH on April 27, 2008, 10:56:17 AM
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[The Raffle tag winner tried for him! is 29 days of hunting avid enough for ya? /quote]
Absolutely......congrats to him on the 356 "pisscutter"
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 11:03:22 AM
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The Raffle tag winner tried for him! is 29 days of hunting avid enough for ya? He was close, never got a good look at him but knew he was in the same area a few times cause he was close to Richert's & his posse he ended up with like a 356 pisscutter!
How many days from September 1st -25th did the raffle winner hunt?
Post by: M_ray on April 27, 2008, 11:12:23 AM
Post by: Alchase on April 27, 2008, 11:14:59 AM
Pretty cool the guy with the sheds would not sell out......that would be tough with the amount of money being thrown around that bull.
Truly amazing bull.
Leads me to a question about really big bulls and commercialism, I will start a new thread so I wont jack this one.
Post by: Ridgerunner on April 27, 2008, 01:49:32 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on April 27, 2008, 03:12:11 PM
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Post by: popeshawnpaul on April 27, 2008, 03:24:00 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 04:26:20 PM
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Post by: rougheye on April 27, 2008, 05:13:46 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 05:41:59 PM
Quotewould just like to see an avid WA elk hunter/resident with max points put his tag around that horn
The Raffle tag winner tried for him! is 29 days of hunting avid enough for ya? He was close, never got a good look at him but knew he was in the same area a few times cause he was close to Richert's & his posse he ended up with like a 356 pisscutter!
I think reicherts was 387 mark... no biggy though - I woulda passed on them both!!! :chuckle: And that thing is truley a monster!!
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 05:42:59 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 05:55:36 PM
Post by: tmike on April 27, 2008, 06:01:07 PM
Post by: PacificNWhunter on April 27, 2008, 06:39:34 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 07:24:59 PM
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 07:28:10 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 07:28:50 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 07:30:43 PM
That second bull sheds , those are older sheds arent they. I have seen pics of that bull when he was bigger than that.
I thought they were too - I thought reichert killed him this past year and it was 387 and that those sheds were from last year?? The picture I have of the one he killed this year looks very very similar to that set.... I dunno know though, there is more than just one elk out in the woods!?
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 07:34:38 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 07:36:24 PM
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 07:36:40 PM
Post by: jackelope on April 27, 2008, 07:48:49 PM
that thing is a pig. not sure what else to say.
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 07:50:16 PM
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 07:54:03 PM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 07:57:11 PM
Post by: jackelope on April 27, 2008, 07:59:04 PM
:)
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 08:01:07 PM
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 08:02:05 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 08:08:21 PM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 08:09:18 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 08:10:03 PM
500 inch :rolleyes:
Post by: bucklucky on April 27, 2008, 08:12:39 PM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 08:13:05 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 27, 2008, 08:13:44 PM
Post by: wastickslinger on April 27, 2008, 08:14:45 PM
Post by: jackelope on April 27, 2008, 08:15:36 PM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 27, 2008, 08:16:52 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 08:18:16 PM
All these 400" sets out there we sure seem to suck at killing big bulls around here whats up with that :dunno:
haha very well put!!! I guess we need to spend more time in the woods!! :chuckle:
Post by: archery288 on April 27, 2008, 08:22:29 PM
Post by: jackelope on April 27, 2008, 08:24:18 PM
Post by: wastickslinger on April 27, 2008, 08:25:58 PM
Post by: Jackjr on April 27, 2008, 09:22:43 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 27, 2008, 09:44:09 PM
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All these 400" sets out there we sure seem to suck at killing big bulls around here whats up with that
The problem is there arent that many tags given out down there to hunt for them!
Post by: funkster on April 28, 2008, 06:36:35 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 08:21:05 PM
I know I'm a :sas:
Post by: archery288 on April 28, 2008, 08:22:44 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 08:27:39 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 28, 2008, 08:28:42 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 08:29:27 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 28, 2008, 08:41:49 PM
I think Private land and no roads will keep the majority of the Yakima nation out, but I don't want to start anything, just a thought.
Post by: Jackjr on April 28, 2008, 08:44:36 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 28, 2008, 08:57:54 PM
Post by: rosscrazyelk on April 28, 2008, 08:59:39 PM
Post by: boneaddict on April 28, 2008, 09:14:16 PM
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Post by: boneaddict on April 28, 2008, 09:15:38 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 28, 2008, 09:20:04 PM
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Post by: wastickslinger on April 28, 2008, 09:46:12 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 09:48:31 PM
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Funny thing is... there probably is!!! And probably even a few more than we think!! Thats always the case!! I know up where we hunt, we shot a 344 bull 2 years ago archery hunting and thought it was the biggest one with the 12 or 13 cows it had, and as the bull was running off we heard another bull bugle turned around and a bigger bull looked identical came in and took the cows away. Went back in there a couple days later and seen two different bulls as big as the one we got and had no clue they were even around!
That's cause the big boy isn't allways tending the herd! ;)
Post by: archery288 on April 28, 2008, 09:55:42 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 09:56:27 PM
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By those last pictures I have a feeling I know Where.
I think that's his house not where he found them?
Post by: M_ray on April 28, 2008, 09:58:08 PM
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haha yeah yeah!!!
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Post by: boneaddict on April 28, 2008, 10:01:30 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 28, 2008, 10:09:10 PM
:chuckle: :chuckle: Thanks Mark, maybe you too someday will learn and grasp all this great knowledge!! :chuckle:Quotehaha yeah yeah!!!
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Post by: bankwalker on April 28, 2008, 10:23:49 PM
Post by: funkster on April 29, 2008, 08:36:17 AM
Basically, no offense Funkster, but ask a silly question and you'll get one of them answers. If you knew where he was, would you post it on the internet for the world to see.
I think Private land and no roads will keep the majority of the Yakima nation out, but I don't want to start anything, just a thought.
I wasn't to clear on that guys,sorry. What I meant was east or west side, I don't think posting that is gonna hurt this bulls chances do you? Why I asked was to gain info on where big bulls hang and the habit they live in. I have no interest hunting this bull from the sounds of it they have a small army after him and I try very hard to get away from the crowds. Anyways,it still is a awesome bull shed hope I didn't offend anyone by asking.
Post by: MuleySniper on April 29, 2008, 09:27:51 AM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 29, 2008, 09:44:06 AM
I don't think so :chuckle:
Post by: boneaddict on April 29, 2008, 09:57:25 AM
Post by: archery288 on April 29, 2008, 10:08:48 AM
Post by: MuleySniper on April 29, 2008, 12:19:29 PM
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Post by: WDFW-SUX on April 29, 2008, 12:21:49 PM
Post by: archery288 on April 29, 2008, 12:25:07 PM
Post by: M_ray on April 30, 2008, 09:12:33 PM
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hope I didn't offend anyone by asking.
funkster no offense taken I was just being a :sas: but in agreement with Bone these animals are not as easy to find as one might think and the locations once found are not given up easily, I know you were just curious but the way you put it the first time isn't going to get you any info! ;)
I hunted him with the raffle tag holder this past year and it was some of the nastiest $hit I'd ever been in, it's alot of hard work that I wouldn't be willing to just give it out to anyone! You'll have to get me drunk and try! :party1:
Post by: bucklucky on May 01, 2008, 07:35:17 AM
Post by: Coasthunterjay on May 01, 2008, 09:43:24 AM
unfotunatly im stuck with spikes untill i can draw a branched antler bull tag....
nice freaking horns!
Post by: muledude on May 01, 2008, 08:45:14 PM
Post by: jackelope on May 01, 2008, 08:46:58 PM
Post by: boneaddict on May 01, 2008, 08:49:26 PM
Post by: archery288 on May 01, 2008, 08:51:14 PM
Man thats a testament to the country....
no kidding!!
Post by: rosscrazyelk on May 02, 2008, 01:13:54 PM
Post by: boneaddict on May 02, 2008, 02:55:21 PM
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Post by: popeshawnpaul on May 02, 2008, 08:02:14 PM
Post by: boneaddict on May 03, 2008, 07:45:14 PM
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Post by: PolarBear on May 03, 2008, 11:15:31 PM
Post by: HarborHunter3 on May 04, 2008, 01:09:43 AM
So whats the deal this guy always buys the tag from whoever gets it?
Post by: archery288 on May 04, 2008, 06:45:20 AM
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So whats the deal this guy always buys the tag from whoever gets it?
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So whats the deal this guy always buys the tag from whoever gets it?
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The goveners tag is a tag put up for auction and people bid on it and the highest bidder can hunt whenever he or she wants for any elk pretty much within washington!
Post by: boneaddict on May 04, 2008, 07:17:12 AM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on May 04, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: Todd_ID on May 04, 2008, 09:21:11 AM
Post by: muledude on May 04, 2008, 03:20:48 PM
Post by: wastickslinger on May 07, 2008, 10:35:29 PM
Post by: New England Native on May 10, 2008, 11:26:32 PM
Post by: WAcoueshunter on May 12, 2008, 10:16:47 PM
Draw odds are crashing daily for our state. Cat is out of the bag, Utards on Monster Muleys found out about all of our 400 inch bulls running around. I was never going to draw it anyway :dunno:
I don't see it having any effect on our draw odds. Lots of things you can whine about in this state, but allowing non-resident access is not one of them. This is the most restrictive state around for NR's. The upfront, non-refundable NR license and tag fee and squaring of points will keep them away. That being said, I bet the Gov. tag starts going through the roof. But since I'm not bidding on it and the proceeds go to the state, I'm all for it!
Post by: nwhunter on May 12, 2008, 10:39:40 PM
Post by: shanevg on May 12, 2008, 11:33:57 PM
Draw odds are crashing daily for our state. Cat is out of the bag, Utards on Monster Muleys found out about all of our 400 inch bulls running around. I was never going to draw it anyway :dunno:
I don't see it having any effect on our draw odds. Lots of things you can whine about in this state, but allowing non-resident access is not one of them. This is the most restrictive state around for NR's. The upfront, non-refundable NR license and tag fee and squaring of points will keep them away. That being said, I bet the Gov. tag starts going through the roof. But since I'm not bidding on it and the proceeds go to the state, I'm all for it!
and
It may not affect the draw odds a bunch but I say why risk it and quit bickering with the boys from utah on MM and let that post go away. nwhunter
:yeah:
Post by: boneaddict on May 15, 2008, 09:16:04 AM
Post by: Wacenturion on May 19, 2008, 08:13:22 AM
I'm working on it. I've got 4 pics. Friendship is more important though, but I hope I get the OK as this bull is incredible. I saw him 3 years ago along withthe 7x7. They have been together since. Two 400 inch bulls standing side by side is something to behold, especially if its NOT high fenced.
Interesting thread....Boneaddict...your last sentence sums it up. My son and I have drawn several late whitetail buck permits in the Blues over the past years, and on one of those trips, I believe the late 90's we had the opportunity to watch two absolutely incredible bulls together for over an hour. Snow on the ground, cold and sun out. One was an 8X8 with a 7X7 keeping him company. I've seen big bulls before, but how these guys packed that much head gear and what those antlers must have weighed, was mind simply blowing.
Right at the top of my hunting experiences over the years.....unfortunately did not have the camera with me that morning.....but the images are permanently inscribed on my brain. These bulls were very similar in size to the photos of the 451 sheds....and except for the difference in points....both bulls were nearly identical.
As you said.....something to behold!
Post by: TheKid#10 on May 19, 2008, 01:46:57 PM
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Post by: HntnFsh on May 23, 2008, 10:47:29 AM
I know that if todd can spend that kind of money on a tag, he can definantlly pay me more for my cedar logs. he owns richert shake and shingle in toledo.
You ever walked in his office at the mill?
Pretty impressive!
Also saw a picthere seems to be quite a few Todd pics around) of his New Mexico bull from last year.Another amazing animal.
I'm sooooo jealous.
Post by: MuleySniper on August 26, 2008, 05:16:19 PM
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Post by: nwhunter on August 27, 2008, 10:11:50 PM
Post by: SuperDave on August 28, 2008, 09:09:41 PM
Everyone knows about this bull by now, he is even famous on MM site. THat is why the gov. tag went for $65,000 this year I am sure. Wherever he is at will be a zoo I am sure this weekend as the gov tag gets the green light on sept 1st. . I would love to see a regular joe washington bowhunter get him if anyone does. nwhunterX2 !
Post by: Caseyd on August 29, 2008, 03:39:43 PM
Everyone knows about this bull by now, he is even famous on MM site. THat is why the gov. tag went for $65,000 this year I am sure. Wherever he is at will be a zoo I am sure this weekend as the gov tag gets the green light on sept 1st. . I would love to see a regular joe washington bowhunter get him if anyone does. nwhunterX2 !
X3
I think i have a general idea where they are...
Post by: wastickslinger on August 29, 2008, 03:53:29 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on August 29, 2008, 05:21:38 PM
He probably regressed to like 440 this year and isnt even worth watching any more. That is why there are no photos. 440 bulls are a dime a dozen. :chuckle:
X2 :chuckle: :chuckle: ;)
MS
Post by: boneaddict on August 29, 2008, 06:24:18 PM
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Post by: WALLEYERICK on September 02, 2008, 05:05:53 PM
I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO DRAW A RIFLE TAG FOR THE WENAHA EAST UNIT. STARTS OCT
20TH. NEVER BEEN INTO THE WENAHA BUT I LOOKED AT IT LAST SUNDAY FROM THE OREGON BUTTES PEAK. THIS IS NOT THE WAY I WANT TO ACCESS THIS AREA, SO NEXT WEEKEND I AM GOING IN FROM THE TROY AREA TO SCOUT. ANY INFO WOULD BE HELPFUL.
I FOUND OUT THE HARD WAY THAT THE SKYLINE RD ENDS AT TEEPEE, WHICH IS MY WESTERN BORDER OF MY UNIT. AT THIS POINT I THINK I NEED TO HIRE A PACKER. IF ANYONE HAS ANY HELPFUL INFORMATION, IT WOULD BE MUCH APPRECIATED. I WOULD EVEN TAKE A 351. MY PERSONAL BEST IS A RAG HORN 5X5 OUT OF MONTANA, AND A SPIKE LAST YEAR FROM THE SULLIVAN LAKE AREA IN NORTH EAST WASH. AND OH YES, I AM FROM SPOKANE AND HAVE BEEN A WASHINGTON RESIDENT ALL MY LIFE.....42 YEARS.
Post by: yelp on September 02, 2008, 07:43:04 PM
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Post by: BrushChimp on September 03, 2008, 08:39:15 AM
Post by: Bean Counter on September 03, 2008, 09:07:02 AM
You could try these guys. Disclaimer: I have no idea if they're a quality outfitter or not--just passing on something I stumbled across while surfing. Best luck.
Post by: fishing is for fools on September 11, 2008, 05:56:07 PM