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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #30 on: June 18, 2020, 10:38:54 PM »
I drew limited quota area bull elk and buck mule deer tags.

Luckiest drawing results I’ve ever had!!!!

awesome  8)

Rob

Re: Draw Results
« Reply #31 on: June 18, 2020, 10:46:28 PM »
I drew Area 16 (Shirley Mountains) for elk and Area 78 (French Creek) for deer.

Both are pretty good areas, but the Area 16 tag is the better one.
JK

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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #32 on: June 19, 2020, 07:24:38 AM »
I drew Area 16 (Shirley Mountains) for elk and Area 78 (French Creek) for deer.

Both are pretty good areas, but the Area 16 tag is the better one.

Good luck with your tags!
Have you hunted area 16 before?
Mike

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« Reply #33 on: June 19, 2020, 08:00:59 AM »
I have not hunted elk in the Shirley Mountains. One of my hunting party members has (took a 6- point bull last time) and we know some landowners in this area, so we should have a pretty good plan going in.

Additionally, several of my co-workers have hunted that area and I’m pretty sure they will divulge some information to me.

I live about 40 miles from both areas, so I’m in a pretty good position.
JK

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« Reply #34 on: June 19, 2020, 10:10:44 AM »
I have not hunted elk in the Shirley Mountains. One of my hunting party members has (took a 6- point bull last time) and we know some landowners in this area, so we should have a pretty good plan going in.

Additionally, several of my co-workers have hunted that area and I’m pretty sure they will divulge some information to me.

I live about 40 miles from both areas, so I’m in a pretty good position.

Sounds like you are well prepared.  Best of luck.

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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #35 on: June 19, 2020, 12:01:22 PM »
I drew Area 16 (Shirley Mountains) for elk and Area 78 (French Creek) for deer. Both are pretty good areas, but the Area 16 tag is the better one.

Which rifle and in what caliber do you plan to use on this elk hunt, and which will you take for deer?
DosEquisShooter

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« Reply #36 on: June 19, 2020, 03:24:30 PM »
Great question. I’m probably going to be a little lazy and just tune in one rifle for both (I know...boring).

I need to scout the elk area a bit to see how long my shot may be. I’m leaning towards my Browning X-Bolt Pro Long Range 28 Nosler. If it looks like the shot may be longer, I may go with my 6.5-300 Weatherby.

The 28 Nosler is lighter, but probably only good to about 500 yards. The 6.5-300 is heavier, but it is built to reach out further.

Personally, my goal is not to shoot over 200 yards, but I have heard the elk can get a little skittish up there.

Not sure yet...
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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #37 on: June 19, 2020, 05:11:27 PM »
What model is your 6.5-300?

I read the elk are doing good in that area. Problem with a lot of private land mixed in the public, which makes some access difficult. But it sounds like you have that covered
Mike

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« Reply #38 on: June 19, 2020, 08:05:40 PM »
My 6.5-300 is actually built on an older Remington 700 action. I purchased a used Remington 700 Classic in a 300 Weatherby Mag. I purchased an HS Precision sporter stock,a Krieger barrel, and a Leupold VX-6 HD scope.

I sent everything to Score-Hi gunsmithing and he accurized the action and put it all together. It is accurate, but not the lightest rifle.
JK

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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #39 on: June 19, 2020, 08:19:55 PM »
Great question. I’m probably going to be a little lazy and just tune in one rifle for both (I know...boring).I need to scout the elk area a bit to see how long my shot may be. I’m leaning towards my Browning X-Bolt Pro Long Range 28 Nosler. If it looks like the shot may be longer, I may go with my 6.5-300 Weatherby. The 28 Nosler is lighter, but probably only good to about 500 yards. The 6.5-300 is heavier, but it is built to reach out further.Personally, my goal is not to shoot over 200 yards, but I have heard the elk can get a little skittish up there.Not sure yet...

Didn't you have a Mark V Ultra lightweight in a large game rifle?
DosEquisShooter

Re: Draw Results
« Reply #40 on: June 19, 2020, 08:38:54 PM »
My 6.5-300 is actually built on an older Remington 700 action. I purchased a used Remington 700 Classic in a 300 Weatherby Mag. I purchased an HS Precision sporter stock,a Krieger barrel, and a Leupold VX-6 HD scope.

I sent everything to Score-Hi gunsmithing and he accurized the action and put it all together. It is accurate, but not the lightest rifle.
I live about two miles from Charlies shop.Charlie is a great guy.
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Good Hunting And Shooting To all
Derrill

Re: Draw Results
« Reply #41 on: June 20, 2020, 08:57:55 AM »
“Didn't you have a Mark V Ultra lightweight in a large game rifle?”

Yes...kind of. I purchased a Weatherby Backcountry in a .257 Weatherby Mag a month ago. I could conceivably use that rifle, but I might need to expedite getting a scope purchased and dialed in.

I would be ok using a .257 Weatherby on elk, but I probably have more appropriate caliber choices. I’m sure it would do the job, however.
JK

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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #42 on: June 20, 2020, 02:06:36 PM »
For of us drew Oregon High Desert late hunt. Did O.K. there last time. Hunts in November. Probably use my 7mm STW. Mark V. Have one in Remington 700 stainless also.

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Re: Draw Results
« Reply #43 on: June 20, 2020, 02:51:45 PM »
I drew 100% on 2 legged "dear" here, once again!  No "whales" permits! LOL!

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« Reply #44 on: June 20, 2020, 04:37:02 PM »
I drew 100% on 2 legged "dear" here, once again!  No "whales" permits! LOL!

 Watch  out for those out of season cougars. ;D
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