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Washington Moose Hunting
Bearpaw Outfitters
are the most experienced moose hunting guides
and outfitters in Washington. All of Washington's Shiras Moose hunting units are
located in
Northeast Washington, right where Bearpaw
Outfitters have conducted hunts
for over 30 years. Past hunters have taken some
very nice moose and success is almost always
100% because Bearpaw Outfitters not only know
the moose areas extremely well, they also pre-scout
before hunters arrive for their moose
hunt.
License Applications
Moose licenses are
issued through a lottery-draw. Purchase the moose application and
then apply for the specific units over the phone or
online. If you draw then you purchase the moose
permit and tag. Two moose
permits are also issued by raffle tickets on the Fish & Wildlife website
and one governor's permit is sold at auction to
the highest bidder. If interested in the governor's
tag Bearpaw can assist you with bidding.
Hunter Education is required in Washington if you were born
after Jan 1, 1972.
Hunting Areas
Apply
for Permits Apr 20 to May 20....Three
Forks,
Huckleberry, 49 Degrees, and Hangman are the
favored units, but Bearpaw Outfitters have
hunted all the other units with 100% success.
Online Hunt Applications:
https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/
Trophy Quality
Northeast Washington has produced
some record book heads and there are plenty of
big bulls to be found
so
there's no reason for anyone to shoot a small
bull.
Shiras Moose
in these areas average about a 40 inch spread.
Most Bulls taken with Bearpaw Outfitters have
had between 36" and 50" antlers.
There are a few big old bulls in the area that
will measure over 50".
Best Time
Season is open from October 1 to November 30.
Hunting is best the first week of October when
the moose are vocal while rutting or in late
November after the leaves fall off and snow makes
it easier to spot more moose.
Deer, Bear, Turkey, Coyote, Elk, or
Grouse can also be hunted during their
respective seasons.
Hunting Methods
Moose hunting is
best in logged areas with plenty of new young forage. Bearpaw
Outfitters know which areas consistently
hold the most moose and will hunt these areas so
you get the best moose possible. The
key to finding a good moose is to cover a
lot of ground in the right areas until you find
the right moose. You don't want to waste time
hunting areas with little or no moose.
Shot Opportunity
Shot opportunity
on the moose hunts is 100%
nearly every year. Bearpaw Outfitters know the moose areas well and scout
well in advance. Shot distances
have varied from 30 to 250 yards. Sight your rifle dead
on at 200 yards.
Hunt and Guide Options
Moose hunts are
guided with by 1 guide. An
extra guide may be used to help with spotting and
packing. Three days is usually enough time to
find a good bull, but hunters wanting the
biggest bull possible
may want to choose the 5 day or 7 day hunt. You can book the 3 day hunt and switch to a
longer hunt if needed, as long as
Bearpaw Outfitters schedule will allow the
extra time.
Guided Hunts: Several guide ratios and
pricing are offered that include your accommodations,
guiding, and game care.
Unguided Hunts:
These are unguided hunts that include your meals
and lodging,
hunting advice, and maps where to go.
Moose Info:
This is an Info Packet for hunters who want to hunt on their own and
provide their own accommodations. You are provided
with a marked map showing where to hunt and
details about how to hunt your permit area. You would waste hundreds
in fuel and time off work trying to find the right areas and then figuring out how to
hunt them. This info will save you much time & money.
Accommodations
(choice)
Lodge & Cabin: The facilities
are only minutes from most hunt areas and include meals in the dining room, pool table
in the den, indoor bathrooms, bunk beds in the cabins,
and a lighted game
cleaning area with water for cleanup.
Spike Camp: Stay close
to the hunting area in a spike camp. Camp
includes a small tent, cots, lantern,
and gas cook stove suitable for a couple persons. Meals
will be simple easy to prep foods. Bring
your own favorite daytime snacks and
drinks.
Motel “Town Hunts”:
Stay in town near restaurants. Bearpaw Outfitters will provide
a shared room and transportation to the hunt
area each day. Meals
are not included with the Motel “Town Hunt”, budget
an additional $30 per day for your meals.
Taxidermy and Meat
Processing
These
services are not included. You
can transport your moose home or use local
taxidermy and meat cutting services.
What’s Not Included
Taxidermy, meat processing, licenses,
gratuities, and any other items not listed as
being included. Bring your personal gear,
snacks, drinks, and a sleeping bag, and pad if
camping.
Booking a Hunt
After
you draw your tag call
or
Email to ask
questions or book a hunt.
If sending
your deposit by postal mail, use a
Hunt Application
to verify hunt details.
"Call us with
any questions you have, we
look forward to helping you organize your next
exciting hunting trip."
Thanks & Good Hunting,
Dale & Tara Denney
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When It Is Time To Apply For Various Permits
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