Oregon Statewide Elk Raffle Tag

[cjensen]

Hi Guys,

I am originally from Oregon, but moved to WA back in 2006.  I keep putting in for the draws to hunt with family and because I'm too stubborn to let my points go.  I lucked out last year and drew the goat raffle tag in Oregon with a 50 dollar investment.  I had a larger investment this year for elk but still didn't even have a 5% chance to draw.  I figure I'm living right or perhaps I am going to die early.  I'll run clean out of friends if my luck continues.

I'm embarrassed to say I have never hunted elk on the East side of Oregon.  I've only ever hunted elk around Crater lake during muzzleloader season and shot cows.  I've killed bulls, but never in Washington or Oregon. 

I don't have any experience in Weneha or Mt. Emily, or any other premium unit for that matter.  I try to help others on this site, and would very much appreciate any ideas folks have.  Even a place you might suggest I begin scouting.  Good access points, etc.  I have backpacking stuff and not afraid to hike.   Thanks guys and happy hunting this year! 

Chris

[Dan-o]

WOW!

Congratulations.

It should be epic.

[cem3434]

I don't have any advice for you, but congrats on drawing a primo permit. I'm sure someone on here will be able to help you out.

[Ridgerunner]

WOW!!!!  One heck of a draw.  Wish I had advice but I dont keep up on Oregon elk really.  With enough effort you should be able to kill a good bull. 

[HntnFsh]

Get on Ifish and post in the hunting section. There are some great guys with a ton of knowledge that wouldn't probably be willing to help!

[kselkhunter]

Get on Ifish and post in the hunting section. There are some great guys with a ton of knowledge that wouldn't probably be willing to help!

Yes.  Get on ifish and research posts from PNWSasquatch.  He has a group of 5 guys that built enough points for the "Big 3" elk units over decades and have been hunting it for one guy of the group every year.  He has tons of knowledge of those units, and has been very helpful.  If I'm not mistaken he has a series of videos he's made of the hunts over the years too.  EagleEye is also helpful as he had the Wenaha tag last year, and has a long story up on it over on ifish.  A bunch of helpful guys on there.  Since the Big 3 are almost OIL tags these days, folks are more open to help out. 

I live in Oregon, but have never been lucky enough to draw one of those desired units so can't be of much help.  Congratulations on getting the raffle tag, and good luck in your adventure. 

[wheels1]

Congrats

[millerwheeler]

CONGRATS !!!!

Please keep us updated very cool

[cjensen]

Thanks everybody for the advice and comments! 

[trophyhunt]

Congrats! Sure would be nice if our raffle tags were drawn this early! What a hunt you are gonna have! Wenaha would be my go to!

[Buckjunkie]

Sent you a PM

[cjensen]

Congrats! Sure would be nice if our raffle tags were drawn this early! What a hunt you are gonna have! Wenaha would be my go to!

Our state's total investment in the raffles is considerably lower than just about everywhere else.  I think the timing has something to do with that. 

[High Climber]

Yea I would definitely unfriend you if we were buddies   
Unreal run of luck you’re having, how did your goat tag turn out last year? Hope you have a great season 

[Boss .300 winmag]

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[Flaming Antler Outdoors]

Quit fishing..... quit acting stupid, get an outfitter with.....well you know as well as any one of us. Make it count and because you seem so (not in the know) LOL make it count unless you are rich and will help ruin our ..... the heritage of hunting and drawing tags.  To stubborn to let points go? LOL LMAO