Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 11:44:47 AM
Post by: Special T on May 01, 2012, 11:49:51 AM
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 11:51:28 AM
sorry i'm in seattle, should put that on the display
Post by: TWG2A on May 01, 2012, 11:52:03 AM
When you "get some rabbits", try this....
Tuscan Stlye Rabbit
1 lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds rabbit pieces
Grate the rind from the lemon. Place in a 9" x 13" baking dish with the juice from the lemon, oil, garlic, rosemary and pepper. Add the rabbit and turn the pieces to coat all sides. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
Turn the pieces occasionally. Bake the rabbit uncovered at 400 degrees for about 25 minutes. Turn the pieces frequently and baste with pan juices until the rabbit is tender and the juices run clear when you pierce the meat with a fork. If desired, broil the meat for a few minutes to achieve a light brown color.
Slurpity Slurp!
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 11:53:35 AM
Post by: Curly on May 01, 2012, 11:55:03 AM
so do you have to wait until blackberries are out for them?
sorry i'm in seattle, should put that on the display
Yeah, you have to wait until the blackberries are ripe............since you have to wait until Sept to hunt them (unless you don't mind poaching).
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 11:59:05 AM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on May 01, 2012, 12:00:59 PM
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 12:01:51 PM
Post by: Special T on May 01, 2012, 12:02:43 PM
Sept. 1, 2012 - Mar. 15, 2013 Possession limit: 15 straight or mixed bag
Forest Grouse 4/day, see notes Statewide:
Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 Possession limit: 12 straight or mixed bag
The best think to do is walk old logging roads right after a rain. with a 22lr you can hunt for rabbit or Grouse. the season run together and use a small game licence.. Another thing to look for is Salmon berries. grouse love them and they seem to grow in many areas near loggin roads... The best thing to do is do some MT biking or hiking and find some likely spots that have grass and berries. Generally go into the hills around the greater seattle area. :twocents:
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 12:06:08 PM
Post by: TWG2A on May 01, 2012, 12:08:59 PM
We had them ALL OVER the Microsoft campus. (We also had those "funny mushrooms" all over the campus grounds).
They're also thick over by the overlake area on 156th.
Don't hunt them there. That is against the law. :)
Post by: seth30 on May 01, 2012, 12:16:28 PM
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 12:19:04 PM
Post by: seth30 on May 01, 2012, 12:20:35 PM
Post by: TWG2A on May 01, 2012, 12:23:02 PM
LOL!
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 12:25:38 PM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on May 01, 2012, 12:38:26 PM
While I will NEVER encourage or condone poaching.....Do not tell me thats the problem :dunno: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: the mushrooms 8)
We had them ALL OVER the Microsoft campus. (We also had those "funny mushrooms" all over the campus grounds).
They're also thick over by the overlake area on 156th.
Don't hunt them there. That is against the law. :)
Post by: TWG2A on May 01, 2012, 12:39:55 PM
While I will NEVER encourage or condone poaching.....Do not tell me thats the problem :dunno: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: the mushrooms 8)
We had them ALL OVER the Microsoft campus. (We also had those "funny mushrooms" all over the campus grounds).
They're also thick over by the overlake area on 156th.
Don't hunt them there. That is against the law. :)
LOL!
what mushrooms?
Post by: JimmyHoffa on May 01, 2012, 12:49:50 PM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on May 01, 2012, 01:02:10 PM
the mushrooms on campus ? dah ! :hello:While I will NEVER encourage or condone poaching.....Do not tell me thats the problem :dunno: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: the mushrooms 8)
We had them ALL OVER the Microsoft campus. (We also had those "funny mushrooms" all over the campus grounds).
They're also thick over by the overlake area on 156th.
Don't hunt them there. That is against the law. :)
LOL!
what mushrooms?
Post by: Snapshot on May 01, 2012, 02:11:53 PM
oh ok i didn't know rabbits were fall only. so are pretty much all animals only huntable in the fall? If that's the case, I'll just focus on fishing for now and worry about it later
Eastern Gray Squirrels are an unregulated animal in this state and as such can be taken at any time of year. But because they live in mostly urban areas if you choose to hunt them you first need to learn the municipal and/or county regulations on shooting/hunting to be sure you are allowed to discharge a firearm whereever it is that you find a good population of Eastern Grays.
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 02:17:35 PM
on a side note, when it comes to hunting, do you all tan your own hides or have someone else do it? doesn't seem that hard and it would be cool to make rugs out of them
Post by: Snapshot on May 01, 2012, 02:34:11 PM
squirrels are everywhere. Would take quite a bit to feed me or clothe me.
on a side note, when it comes to hunting, do you all tan your own hides or have someone else do it? doesn't seem that hard and it would be cool to make rugs out of them
I've not tanned any but have a few in the freezer for "when I get the time." A number of my friends have tanned their own big game hides and made clothing, quivers, etc from them. A very good book on the subject is called something like "From Bucks to Buckskins." Squirrel rawhide is very tough, making reliable cordage.
If you do decide to try your hand at squirrels be positive they are Eastern Grays before you shoot. I think that all other species in Washington, being native, are protected by law.
Post by: mendozer on May 01, 2012, 02:38:25 PM
Post by: mr user on May 01, 2012, 08:59:39 PM
Post by: Kain on May 01, 2012, 09:45:25 PM
Post by: mendozer on May 02, 2012, 09:54:22 AM
Post by: Curly on May 02, 2012, 09:57:32 AM
I haven't heard about it being illegal; I don't think it is, but don't know for sure. I suggest you download the regs and read them. :twocents:
Post by: mendozer on May 02, 2012, 09:58:34 AM
Post by: TWG2A on May 02, 2012, 10:00:03 AM
Post by: mendozer on May 02, 2012, 10:05:04 AM
Post by: TWG2A on May 02, 2012, 10:09:49 AM
From what I understand, Bearpaw Outfitters is a pretty good outfit. That way, you can learn from the pro's and you'll have an experienced hunter to help you scout, equip yourself and shooting/bowhunting skills.
Bearpaw is here on HW..... Try sending him a message to see what he recommends.
And in the meantime....
Gwab one a doze wascly wabbits at the store and make some wabbit stew to make sure you like wabbit eating!
Post by: mendozer on May 02, 2012, 10:15:19 AM
Post by: AWS on May 02, 2012, 03:03:22 PM
When we moved to the country I snared alot of them(not legal in WA ?) in the fence rows around the house.
Nothing better than stewed rabbit with dumplings and sweet/sour red cabage.
Post by: TWG2A on May 02, 2012, 03:15:44 PM
Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare
5/day, see notes Statewide:
Sept. 1, 2012 - Mar. 15, 2013 Possession limit: 15 straight or mixed bag
Pygmy Rabbit, Jackrabbit Closed statewide, year-round
You can read more info at the WDFW site here:
http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/summary_hunting_dates.html#small_game (http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/summary_hunting_dates.html#small_game)
Post by: TWG2A on May 02, 2012, 03:21:02 PM
You'll have to wait until Sept. 1, 2012 for fresh wabbit stew
Post by: Kain on May 02, 2012, 10:56:04 PM
Yes, one may trap rabbits in Washington State during open season. One may NOT trap Jack Rabbits and Pygmy Rabbits.
Cottontail Rabbit and Snowshoe Hare
5/day, see notes Statewide:
Sept. 1, 2012 - Mar. 15, 2013 Possession limit: 15 straight or mixed bag
Pygmy Rabbit, Jackrabbit Closed statewide, year-round
You can read more info at the WDFW site here:
http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/summary_hunting_dates.html#small_game (http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/summary_hunting_dates.html#small_game)
I dont see where it says they can be trapped. What you posted are the hunting regulations. As far as I know the only way you can trap them legally is if they are on your property and causing damage. I would love it if you are right though.
Quote
Legal Status
Because legal status, trapping restrictions, and other information about rabbits change, contact your local wildlife office for updates.
The Nuttall's cottontail rabbit, Eastern cottontail rabbit, and snowshoe hare are classified as game animals. A hunting license and open season are required to hunt them.
A property owner or the owner's immediate family, employee, or tenant may kill or trap the above species on that property if they are damaging crops or domestic animals (RCW 77.36.030). In such cases, no permit is necessary for the use of live (cage) traps. However, a special trapping permit is required from the Department of Fish and Wildlife for the use of all other types of traps.
The domestic rabbit is unclassified and may be trapped or killed year-round and no permit is necessary; however, the above restrictions on trapping devices still apply (RCW 77.15.192).
Post by: bucksandbulls on May 03, 2012, 08:17:56 AM
Post by: TWG2A on May 03, 2012, 09:03:01 AM
Just type "trapping" in the search box.
Post by: lokidog on May 03, 2012, 09:06:53 AM
I suggest you download the regs and read them. :twocents:
:yeah:
My thoughts exactly.
As far as learning to hunt as a newbie, if you can find and sneak up on a rabbit, you can probably sneak up on a deer. It is good practice for your woodsmanship skills.
Question. Can you trap rabbits in this state? Growing up in WI my dad would have a string of box traps set all over rural Milwaukee country in the winter and we ate A LOT of rabbit.
When we moved to the country I snared alot of them(not legal in WA ?) in the fence rows around the house.
Nothing better than stewed rabbit with dumplings and sweet/sour red cabage.
We trapped a lot back in WI as well, sometimes we'd even give them a chance to get away and release them instead of bonking them... we missed a few when they would zig instead of zag. :chuckle:
Mendozer, if you like rabbit, try porcupine, open year-round, I think. Just a little harder to skin. :yike:
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on May 03, 2012, 09:30:59 AM
Post by: lokidog on May 03, 2012, 09:35:59 AM
I've never hunted wabbits with a dog, we just took turns being the dog - woof.
Post by: AWS on May 03, 2012, 10:56:34 AM
Post by: Kain on May 03, 2012, 11:20:28 AM
One can learn more about trapping at the WDFW site.
Just type "trapping" in the search box.
Yep and I still have never seen where is say trapping rabbits is legal. Can you post your source please.
Post by: lokidog on May 03, 2012, 11:44:14 AM
One can learn more about trapping at the WDFW site.
Just type "trapping" in the search box.
Yep and I still have never seen where is say trapping rabbits is legal. Can you post your source please.
Does it say it is not legal?
They have this on the web site -
TRAPPING SEASONS & RULES
Bobcat, Raccoon, Coyote, Fox, Cotton Tail & Snowshoe Hare
But then there is no mention of CT's or SH's in it. :dunno: I'm guessing you would need to take the trapping test and have a trapping license though.
Post by: Kain on May 03, 2012, 12:29:15 PM
One can learn more about trapping at the WDFW site.
Just type "trapping" in the search box.
Yep and I still have never seen where is say trapping rabbits is legal. Can you post your source please.
Does it say it is not legal?
They have this on the web site -
TRAPPING SEASONS & RULES
Bobcat, Raccoon, Coyote, Fox, Cotton Tail & Snowshoe Hare
But then there is no mention of CT's or SH's in it. :dunno: I'm guessing you would need to take the trapping test and have a trapping license though.
There is no mention of CT or SH in the fur bearing regs but there is also the application for problem animals under that same section. Rabbits are game animals not fur bearing animals. Again I would be very happy if I am wrong. Thats why I want to figure this out. Maybe that is something we can do as a group is add rabbits to the trapping season (if it turns out that it is not already).
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on May 03, 2012, 01:43:06 PM
Bow45, did you just post your phone number? Prank call time... woohoo!No ....it has been changed 8)
I've never hunted wabbits with a dog, we just took turns being the dog - woof.
Post by: lokidog on May 03, 2012, 09:53:41 PM
Changed to protect the innocent?? :chuckle:Bow45, did you just post your phone number? Prank call time... woohoo!No ....it has been changed 8)
I've never hunted wabbits with a dog, we just took turns being the dog - woof.
Kain, it does seem to be some kind of oversight to mention bunnies in the header of the trapping section and then say nothing about them in the body of the regs.
Does anyone know about San Juan islands rabbits? They are non-native domestic stock, are there any regs on them?
Post by: bobcat on May 04, 2012, 12:16:51 AM
Post by: lokidog on May 04, 2012, 07:38:35 AM
Post by: Special T on May 05, 2012, 06:30:58 AM
Post by: lokidog on May 05, 2012, 09:05:04 AM
Post by: Special T on May 07, 2012, 09:33:50 AM